The Press Box

Hello, media consumers! Bryan kicks off the show with a preview of his latest piece on the ringer dot com, How Fox Threw Tom Brady a Hail Mary and Won (0:45). Then he welcomes Pablo Torre and they discuss the following: How the media talks football these days (7:05) Tom Brady being recast as an announcer (18:13) The democratic rollout of Tim Walz (31:29) Pablo’s podcast, ‘Pablo Finds Out’ (43:43) Plus David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline.Host: Bryan CurtisGuest: Pablo TorreProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David kick off the show by recapping Kamala Harris and Tim Walz’s interview with Dana Bash (0:32). Then, as they get ready for the return of football, they get into the following: Football season starts with Tom Brady in a different seat (13:34) Legendary head coaches Nick Saban and Bill Belichick make their television debuts (19:23) ESPN takes over the SEC (24:16) Deion Sanders vs. Denver Post columnist Sean Keeler (30:17) Then, in the notebook, they discuss the following: Having status by knowing a journalist on a first-name basis (36:58) Things you call a story (38:25) Journalists' overuse of the phrase “existential crisis” (41:00) Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline.Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David ShoemakerProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello, media consumers! On the Final Edition of 'The Press Box,' Bryan welcomes Oliver Darcy to the pod. They discuss the following: The rules of the upcoming Harris-Trump debate (1:49) Kamala Harris’s upcoming interview and what to expect (10:42) Sarah Palin’s new trial against The New York Times (15:49) Mark Zuckerberg’s letter to the House Judiciary Committee (17:33) Then Oliver discusses why he left CNN to build his own platform, ‘Status’ (21:32).Plus, David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline.Host: Bryan CurtisGuest: Oliver DarcyProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David kick off the show by discussing the state of sports color commentary and whether or not analysts should be ex-players (0:30). Then Bryan recaps his four nights at the upper deck of the United Center in Chicago (10:30). They also discuss the following from the Democratic National Convention: Their favorite moments that stuck out (19:26) Some media grumbling (30:17) The branded media place to hang out (36:00) Then, in the notebook, they discuss the following: Rece Davis introduces college football (42:17) ESPN brings back 'The Sports Reporters' (44:41) And then, in Only in Journalism, they discuss Deion Sanders’s reaction to an only-in-journalism word (0:00)Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline.Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David ShoemakerProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello, media consumers! Bryan is live out of the United Center in Chicago along with Semafor’s Benjy Sarlin, and they recap the Democratic Convention. They assess Kamala Harris’s speech and then hit on 10 topics: Defining Kamala Harris (8:08) How the Democrats talk about Donald Trump (10:47) The Democrats’ embrace of celebrity (15:34) Thoughts on the rollout of Tim Walz as Kamala Harris’s running mate (17:55) The return of the Obamas and Obama-isms to the Democratic Party (21:27) The Democrats claim patriotism as their own with the USA chants (25:57) Their favorite speeches (28:30) Speeches that whiffed (32:11) The vibes in the convention (35:25) What they are looking for after this convention (37:31) Plus, David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline.Host: Bryan CurtisGuest: Benjy SarlinProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello media consumers! Bryan has a bonus mid-week episode with two special guests from CBS News. First he speaks with White House correspondent Ed O’Keefe, who discusses working the floors of the convention, staking out Joe Biden during his final days in the White House, and the early returns on Kamala Harris and Tim Walz (1:21)Then he talks with the chief election and campaign correspondent, Robert Costa, to discuss his conversations with Donald Trump and Joe Biden, his thoughts on the convention so far, and leaving the theater after Biden announced that he is stepping down. (25:45)Host: Bryan CurtisGuest: Ed O’Keefe and Robert CostaProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David kick off the show with a fun spoiler from the Democratic National Convention (0:30). Bryan is in Chicago right now and he has a few notes, including on the DNC version of radio row (8:00). Then they discuss the following: The return of The Onion (14:28) Press Box party at the DNC recap (15:44) Remembering Phil Donahue (23:18) ESPN makes a couple of cuts (31:01) Nicolas Cage to play John Madden in a biopic (36:00) Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline.Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David ShoemakerProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello, media consumers! Bryan welcomes The Ringer’s own Hollywood bureau chief, Alan Siegel. They both share some of their lukewarm takes on the media and the following subjects: Donald Trump’s love affair with Hannibal Lecter (01:31). The Donald Trump hack: documents sent to Politico emails (8:42) A sports documentary check-in on 'Hard Knocks' and 'Receiver' (18:15) The essence of cable news (28:01) Australian B-girl Raygun breaks her silence (37:26) Alan closes out with a few of his “only journalism words" (43:22) Plus, David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline.Host: Bryan CurtisGuest: Alan SiegelProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Walz, a political figure potentially vying for a VP role, dives into the intricacies of his candidacy amid Kamala Harris's rise and the shifting dynamics of the 2024 race. Donald Trump’s campaign strategies are scrutinized, highlighting his quirky comments and adapting media tactics. The comedy of political jabs is explored, alongside notable performances in Olympic basketball. Plus, Charles Barkley shares insights on his return to broadcasting, reflecting on his influence in the sports media landscape.

Tim Walz, recently chosen as Kamala Harris's running mate, discusses his unique approach to connecting with voters in a changing political landscape. Evan Gershkovich shares insights following his dramatic release from a Russian prison, highlighting the gravity of journalistic ethics. The podcast also dives into a bizarre bear cub incident that sparks laughter and controversy. With wit and depth, the hosts explore the nuances of media narratives and the evolving expectations of political discourse, making for a lively and informative conversation.