Hang Up and Listen
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Jul 8, 2014 • 46min
HUAL World Cup Extra: The Dutch, Masters of Gamesmanship Edition
On today’s episode of Howler Magazine's Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi discuss Dutch diving, conflicts faced by African teams, whether crowds are representative of Brazil's typical soccer-watching demographics, and more.Show notes at www.slate.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 7, 2014 • 1h 12min
Hang Up and Listen: The Going Mouth to Mouth Edition
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Neymar, Messi, penalties, and other World Cup matters. The New York Times’ Ben Rothenberg also joins to talk Wimbledon, and Major League Eating CEO George Shea chews over the state of competitive eating.Show notes at www.slate.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 2, 2014 • 34min
HUAL World Cup Extra: The Tim Howard Is Everywhere Edition
In today’s episode of Howler Magazine’s Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi talk about the U.S. loss to Belgium. They’re also joined by Dr. Emilio Bruna to discuss the Brazilian government’s failed environmental promises. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 30, 2014 • 1h 5min
Hang Up and Listen: The Soft Rock and Salary Caps Edition
Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca discuss the end of the group stage and the beginning of the knockout round at the World Cup. They also talk about team-building in the NBA and MLB and debate the strategies of the 76ers, Astros, and A’s.Show notes at www.slate.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 27, 2014 • 36min
HUAL World Cup Extra: The Undead in the Group of Death Edition
In today’s episode of Howler Magazine’s Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi talk about the USA advancing in the World Cup, the Luis Suarez incident, the best and worst of the group stage, and what’s ahead in the tournament. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 24, 2014 • 37min
HUAL World Cup Extra: The Miguel Herrera is Pleasingly Rectangular Edition
Hang Up and Listen presents Howler’s World Cup podcast DUMMY. Today, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi break down the USA-Portugal draw and the scenarios for the U.S. to advance. Plus, NBA MVP and soccer fan Steve Nash. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 23, 2014 • 52min
Hang Up and Listen: The White Elephant in Manaus Edition
Stefan Fatsis, Mike Pesca, and Grantland’s Bryan Curtis discuss American soccer’s emotional rollercoaster in Brazil and talk to Slate contributor Luke O’Brien about the scene at the U.S.-Portugal game. Finally, they ponder the legacy of Tony Gwynn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 17, 2014 • 42min
World Cup Dummy: The Now We Believe! Edition
Hang Up and Listen presents a special World Cup extra from our friends at Howler Magazine. Topics discussed in this episode of Dummy include the U.S. victory over Ghana, Costa Rican wunderkind Joel Campbell, and the health of Luis Suarez.Show notes at www.slate.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 16, 2014 • 60min
Hang Up and Listen: The San Antonio is Beautiful Edition
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Spurs’ beautiful domination of the Heat in the NBA Finals. They also look back at a goal-filled first weekend of the World Cup and talk with USA Today’s Steve Berkowitz about O’Bannon v. NCAA.Show notes at www.slate.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 13, 2014 • 33min
World Cup DUMMY: No Doves Were Killed in the Making of This Podcast
Hang Up and Listen presents a special World Cup extra from our friends at Howler Magazine. Topics discussed in this episode of DUMMY include the Brazil-Croatia opener, the FIFA Congress, and what it’s like to get tear-gassed at a protest.Show notes at www.slate.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
