Best Ringside Reporter Podcasts (2025)

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Gal Yafai Upset! Canelo - Crawford Press Tour Begins 1:02:57

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On this edition of Ringside Reporter we talk about Gal Yafai being upset by Francisco Rodriguez. Was the former Olympic medalist looking past Rodriguez? We’ll let you know. We also talk about the Canelo - Crawford press tour that kicked off this week. All this and the latest news and rumors on this edition of Ringside Reporter.…

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Trump’s Iran Rollout, Game 7’s Injury TV, and Andrew Schulz vs. The New York Times 1:18:25

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Hello, media consumers! Joel (in for David) and Bryan put a wrap on ESPN's presentation of the NBA Finals (0:41), before discussing the Trump administration's press tour after carrying out air strikes on Iranian nuclear sites (18:00), some puzzling New York City mayoral primary coverage, Andrew Schulz's thought-provoking conversation with the NYT a…

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ICE vs. We the People. Jack Herrera on CHNV Parole Rollback, ICE Overreach, & the Human Cost to Trump's Deportation Obsession 46:21

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Catch up on Jack Herrera's recent articles on ICE deportations: Could You Prove You’re a Citizen? For Americans wrongfully detained by ICE, it can be nearly impossible to escape. (https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/trump-ice-detained-citizenship-proof.html) Trump’s De-legalization Campaign (https://www.newyorker.com/news/the-lede/trumps-de-leg…

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Tucker Carlson Vs. Ted Cruz, the Finals Goes 7, and the Media A-Team 1:28:55

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Hello, media consumers! On this Friday edition of the show, Bryan helps Joel wrestle with a question: "Should I subscribe to The Washington Post if it is my local paper?" (1:41). They then tackle some headlines, including the ambiguity of the USA's involvement with the Israel–Iran War and Tucker Carlson's instantly viral interview with Ted Cruz (17…

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Solidarity With Stephen A., The Washington Post’s Latest Reboot, and Gustavo Arellano on Covering the L.A. Protests 57:38

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David discuss another Washington Post "reboot," this time for its opinion section (0:41). They go on to offer some low-hanging fruit for ESPN's lackluster NBA Finals coverage and discuss Stephen A. Smith, who was seen playing solitaire during Game 4; a noticeable shift in the norms of Washington, D.C., reporting; a…

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Canelo vs. Crawford on Netflix!! Hitchins Dominates Kambosos 1:01:09

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On this edition of Ringside Reporter we talk about the big Canelo vs. Crawford fight that will take place on Netflix!! That's right, no PPV!! We also talk about Richard Hitchins dominate performance over George Kambosos. All this and the latest boxing news on this edition of Ringside Reporter.By Ringside Reporter

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Cruelty Is the Point: How Playing into Trump’s Chaos Helps Him—and Hurts Us 46:52

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As tanks roll into D.C. and protesters flood the streets of LA, Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid break down the chaos—and the calculated cruelty driving it. Together, they dissect the fear gripping immigrant communities, the optics of waving Mexican flags vs. American ones, and how left-wing agitators are playing right into Trump’s hands. With brutal ho…

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L.A. Protests and the NBA’s Storytelling Problem. Plus: Logan Murdock on Gen Z Hoopers. 1:17:34

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel tackle some leftover 'The Simpsons' vs. 'The Cosby Show' thoughts in today's J-School (0:47), before they are joined by Logan Murdock to discuss The Athletic's anonymous players survey, why the NBA keeps finding itself in the crosshairs of criticism, and ESPN's biggest mistake while broadcasting the Finals. Th…

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Trump-Musk Fallout and ESPN's Finals Coverage. Plus: Alan Siegel on 'The Simpsons.' 1:08:23

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David parse through the very public Donald Trump–Elon Musk breakup (0:41) before sharing some notes on Games 1 and 2 of the NBA Finals; Warner Bros. Discovery, which is splitting into two companies; ABC's Terry Moran's suspension; and a hefty edition of "sliding doors" metaphors (15:28). Finally, The Ringer's Alan …

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Ohio Saves Boxing Again!! Keyshawn Davis misses weight in an embarrassing spectacle 1:03:03

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On this edition of Ringside Reporter, we’ll tell you why Ohio is known as Title Town. That’s right, Abdullah Mason stepped up and saved the main event on ESPN. We have come to an end of an era as Lomachenko has retired. All this and the latest news and rumors on this edition of Ringside Reporter.By Ringside Reporter

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It's not Turnout, It's Policy. What Democrats should be doing differently 44:58

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In this episode of the Latino Vote Podcast, Mike Madrid is back and is here to tackle the hard truth: the Latino voter shift isn’t about turnout—it’s about policy. While Democrats scramble to reconnect with a base that’s drifting right, Chuck and Mike break down the real reasons why working-class Latino voters are leaving the party. Spoiler: it’s n…

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25 for 25: Noah Eagle. Plus, NBA Finals Notes, and WaPo Becomes HuffPo. 1:34:18

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel discuss some NBA Finals thoughts, Oklahoma City as a host city, reports of Doris Burke's uncertain future in ESPN's broadcast booth, Cam'ron the journalist, and more (2:47). Then they discuss The Washington Post's puzzling new strategy and Pablo Torre's Bill Belichick–Jordon Hudson investigation (30:05). Then …

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Farewell to the NBA On TNT. Plus: Mark Kriegel on Mike Tyson and the Future of Sports Biographies. 1:51:20

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Hello media consumers! This week, Bryan and David discuss a bevy of “now they tell us” stories, some from the NBA and some from Washington (1:00), before coining a new segment called the “Pulled Punch Effect” (26:00). Then, they share a few more listener-submitted “sliding doors” metaphors (30:00), before Bryan is joined by Mark Kriegel to discuss …

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Caleb Plant Upset; Charlo Shines in Comeback Fight 1:15:30

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On this edition of Ringside Reporter we talk about the big upset this weekend. Caleb Plant got caught looking past Resendiz and paid the price. Jermall Charlo looked like he was in championship form last night. Did I mention, TitleTown now has a Boxing Hall of Fame!! All this and the latest news and rumors on this edition of Ringside Reporter.…

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The Latino Vote by the Numbers: Unpacking the Catalist Report 1:01:54

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Download the Catalist 'What Happened in 2024' Report: https://catalist.us/whathappened2024/ - Chuck Rocha is joined by guest co-host Maria Cardona and Catalist CEO Michael Frias to unpack the hard truths and hidden opportunities in the Democratic Party’s relationship with Latino voters. With Mike Madrid off for the week, Chuck, Maria, and Michael d…

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The Democrats Are (Still) Looking for the Left’s Joe Rogan. Plus: Texas Barbecue Rankings! 1:01:47

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel return on this Thursday edition of the podcast to discuss the Democrats’ deliberate investment in building a liberal infrastructure of influencers, podcasters, and new media (23:00). Then, they discuss the state of podcast interviews and whether or not listeners are making distinctions between the kinds of sho…

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The Reign of the Three-Man Booth, Why ‘Mission: Impossible’ Is Getting a Pass, and More Sliding Doors Metaphors 53:50

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David come to you on this Press Box Monday (Tuesday) edition with some thoughts on the NBA’s gradual acceptance of the three-man announcer booth (1:30), Elon Musk’s media blitz (13:00), the coverage and criticism of the latest installment in the ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise (24:00), more sliding doors metaphors …

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All of the Weekend Action; Ohio Boxing HOF 1:10:43

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On this edition of Ringside Reporter we talk about the action this weekend, including the Josh Taylor comeback fight. We also talk about the new Ohio Boxing Hall of Fame! All this and the latest news and rumors on this edition of Ringside Reporter.By Ringside Reporter

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Tyrese Haliburton Goes Full Reggie Miller. Plus: A Final Farewell to ‘Around the Horn.’ 58:31

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel are back on this Press Box Thursday Edition to discuss peak sports media beef (2:00), Reggie Miller’s unique perspective on the Eastern Conference finals and Tyrese Haliburton’s choke sign (17:00), and Draymond Green being added to ‘Inside the NBA’ for the ECF (23:00). Then, they discuss another wave of pieces…

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How Sports Ate TV. Plus: Journalism’s Triumphant Return! 53:30

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Hello, media consumers! On this Press Box Monday edition, Bryan and David discuss Journalism, the official horse of The Press Box, winning the Preakness (1:00) before discussing the end of TNT’s era of broadcasting the NBA and what they’ll miss most about it (6:00). Then, they discuss the career of legendary WWE announcer Jim Ross after learning ab…

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Canelo vs. Crawford Has Become a Complete Mess 59:16

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On this edition of Ringside Reporter we talk about the Canelo Alvarez - Terence Crawford situation. This fight has turned into an absolute mess. From venue changes to date changes. Our very own Joe Habeeb speculating that the fight will not come off. We also review this weekends action. All this and the latest news and rumors on this edition of Rin…

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Jim Acosta UNFILTERED: A Call for Fearless Journalism in the Face of Tyranny 58:29

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If you haven't yet, check out The Jim Acosta Show on Substack: https://jimacosta.substack.com/ - "You have to be fearless, if you want to go into covering politics. This is not a line of work where you're going to get liked." Renown Journalist, Jim Acosta, joins The Latino Vote Podcast for a raw, unfiltered conversation with Chuck Rocha and Mike Ma…

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The Tell-All Book Haunting Washington. Plus: Can Podcasts Become the New Magazines? 1:18:23

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Hello, media consumers! This week, Bryan and Joel go to J-School to discuss the reactions to and coverage of the Jayson Tatum injury (1:00). Then, they digest the various news ripples that have come from excerpts of ‘Original Sin,’ Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson’s book about Joe Biden’s decision to run for reelection (10:00). Next, they react to a r…

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First American Pope Elected! What It Means for Latino Voters & U.S. Politics 47:38

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"Habemus Papam. We have a new pope!" Chuck Rocha and resident Catholic expert Mike Madrid unpack the whirlwind election of our first American Pope—Pope Leo XIV—and explore what his ascendancy means for Latino culture, faith, and politics. From the storied rituals of white and black smoke in the Sistine Chapel to the surprising influence of betting …

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An American Pope Media Frenzy, Jayson Tatum Take-a-Palooza, and the Reemergence of Joe Biden 1:01:41

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David are back on this Monday edition to talk about the election of a new Pope and the media frenzy it spawned (1:00), the week of Jayson Tatum takes (8:00), NBC’s plans for the future of its basketball coverage, including Michael Jordan (17:00), and new media ventures being unable to come up with compelling names …

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Naoya Inoue Has Been Exposed; Pacquiao Returns with a Title Shot 1:04:35

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On this edition of Ringside Reporter we talk about this weekends action. Who came out on top? We’ll let you know. Manny Pacquiao is back and making headlines by getting a title shot at 46 years old. Does he deserve it? Will he win? We’ll let you know. All this and the latest news and rumors on this edition of Ringside Reporter.…

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25 for 25: Brian Windhorst on the Future of NBA Reporting 1:20:54

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Hello media consumers! This week, please enjoy a little J-School (1:00) before Bryan and Joel are joined by ESPN basketball reporter Brian Windhorst to talk about his path to ESPN and whether it’s replicable, the place good reporting has in our modern media ecosystem, the dreaded aggregators, Gregg Popovich stories, and what direction he sees the f…

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Sports Media’s Familial Obsession, a Fascinating John Fetterman Profile, and Cold-Calling the President 1:28:24

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David are here this Monday to discuss sports media’s evolving coverage of athletes’ families and significant others after recent stories about Bill Belichick, Jax Ulbrich, and John Haliburton (1:00). Then, they run through a handful of bite-size topics, including a new entry in the running for worst question ever a…

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Crawford vs. Canelo set for September! 1:05:45

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On this edition of Ringside Reporter we’ll talk about the biggest fight of the year is now set. Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford will take place in September. Let’s hope Canelo looks a lot better than he did last night. A crazy weekend of action and we’ll tell you all about it. All that and the latest news on this edition of Ringside Reporter.…

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Latino Voters Dissatisfied after 100 days with Trump, Honoring Latino Journalists, & Baby Billy with CBS’s Fin Gómez 43:17

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Chuck Rocha welcomes CBS News' political journalist Fin Gómez to unpack latest polls revealing Latinos dissatisfaction with Donald Trump's policies after 100-days in office. They break down the fear, anger, and disappointment felt by many due to rising inflation and unkept promises. Chuck and Fin also celebrate Latino excellence in journalism, refl…

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The Bill Belichick Interview Heard Round the World, Plus: Mike Tirico on a Horse Named "Journalism" 1:22:14

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Hello media consumers! On this Press Box Thursday edition, Bryan and Joel dig deeper into the strange Bill Belichick CBS news interview that recently went viral after Jordon Hudson, his girlfriend, interrupted the interview multiple times (1:00). Then, they discuss the fallout and media fervor from the Jax Ulbrich–Shedeur Sanders NFL draft prank ca…

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A Deluge of Shedeur Sanders NFL Draft Takes. Plus: Kara Voght on the Embattled White House Correspondents' Dinner. 1:08:17

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Hello media consumers! Bryan and David are back to opine on the overwhelming amount of content that has come from Shedeur Sanders sliding in the NFL draft (1:00), including a bizarre story line about the son of the Atlanta Falcons’ defensive coordinator prank-calling Sanders (22:00). Then, they run through a handful of smaller stories from the week…

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Bayley Pulled from WM41; WWE Exit Rumors Swirl, Joe Hendry Quickly Defeated by Randy Orton 31:08

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WrestleMania 41 brought major surprises! In this episode, we cover Bayley’s sudden removal from WrestleMania 41 and the growing rumors about her possibly leaving WWE. What caused Bayley to be pulled from the event, and is her time in WWE coming to an end? We also discuss TNA World Champion Joe Hendry’s quick loss to Randy Orton at WrestleMania, and…

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Benn and Eubank Put on the Fight of the Year 1:01:51

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On this edition of Ringside Reporter we talk about Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr.'s big fight this weekend. These two put on a great performance and a fight worthy of fight of the year. We also preview the triple header in NYC next week. All this and the latest boxing news on this edition of Ringside Reporter.…

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Latino Campaign 102: How Rep. Gabe Vasquez succeeded in one of America's largest districts. 43:49

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Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid welcome Congressman Gabe Vasquez (D-New Mexico CD02) for a wide-ranging conversation about family, fishing, and forging political wins in a red-leaning, majority-Latino district. From adobe bricks to capitol halls, Rep. Vasquez shares the unlikely story of his rise from a Mexican-American farm family and part-time vacuum…

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How the Shannon Sharpe Lawsuit Is Being Covered. Plus, the NFL Draft Media Economy. 1:06:24

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Hello, media consumers! On this Press Box Thursday, Bryan and Joel discuss the Shannon Sharpe lawsuit, Stephen A. Smith’s role in negotiating ESPN’s public response to it, and how the rest of the media world has reacted to this news (10:00). Then, they assess new entries in the “worst question asked at the White House” genre (32:00) and talk about …

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25 for 25: Chris Ryan on the Birth, Death, and Rebirth of Blogging 52:51

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Hello, media consumers! In our latest 25 for 25 installment, Bryan is joined by Ringer superstar Chris Ryan to discuss his come up in the mid-2000s blog world, how it set up the rest of his career and changed media forever, where the energy of blogging was dispersed, and whether there will be a revival of blogging. Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Chris R…

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WWE Fumbles Night 1: Triple Threat Saves the Show + AAA Takeover? 38:02

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WrestleMania 41 Night 1 is in the books, and… yeah, it was a mixed bag. Questionable title changes, rivalries with no real heat, and some flat storytelling left fans scratching their heads. But just when the night seemed lost, the main event delivered big time. Rollins, Reigns, and CM Punk tore the house down in a must-see Triple Threat that may ha…

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Eubank vs. Benn Preview Show 1:02:42

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On this edition of Ringside Reporter we talk about Eubank vs. Benn. Will this fight live up to the hype? We'll talk about it. Beeb is going to go over the odds and much more. All this and the latest news and rumors on this edition of Ringside Reporter.By Ringside Reporter

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Public Sentiment Shifts at the Reality of Trump's Unhinged Deportations 48:16

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This week, Chuck Rocha joins Mike Madrid from sunny Palm Springs to tackle the biggest stories shaking American politics—and the Latino community—in real time. From the recent visit of El Salvador's president to the White House and the implications of unhinged deportations to the Trump administration’s move to label international gangs as terrorist…

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Lee Corso’s Legendary 'College GameDay' Run. Plus: The White House's Attack on the Associated Press. 1:01:00

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Hello, media consumers! This Press Box Thursday edition includes a J-School on bylines, steak sauce, and nonprofit media (1:00). Then, Bryan and Joel dig into Lee Corso’s retirement from 'College GameDay' (20:00), Trump’s attempt to prevent the AP from covering the White House (33:00), and Nico Harrison’s bizarre closed-door press conference (40:00…

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Rory McIlroy’s Long-Awaited Masters Win, the Barstool Apology Tour, and the Nico Iamaleava Saga 56:49

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Hello, media consumers! This week, Bryan and David discuss the intense back and forth of Rory McIlroy’s first win at Augusta National (1:00), before running through a number of short items, including: The faux reluctant update about Stephen A. Smith’s presidential campaign (17:50) The bevy of Barstool personalities releasing apologies for their dis…

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Boots Ennis Makes Stanionis Quit! 1:03:03

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On this edition of Ringside Reporter we talk about the new unified welterweight champion Boots Ennis. He had an impressive win against Stanionis and now we will talk about what's next for him. All this and the latest boxing news on this edition of Ringside Reporter.By Ringside Reporter

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REAL-LIFE HEAT: Stratton Says Flair Sabotaged Her! NJPW Stuck in the Past After Finlay Loss? 22:53

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Reports are swirling that Stratton believes Charlotte deliberately sabotaged their storyline, leading to real backstage tension. Flair has allegedly been reprimanded by WWE management… is this a major shift for both women in the division?Meanwhile in NJPW, David Finlay falls short in his IWGP World Title challenge against Hirooki Goto at Sakura Gen…

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Running an Authentic Latino Campaign 101: How Senator Ruben Gallego Flipped the Script 46:14

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Chuck Rocha is back from his hiatus, and oh boy - did he bring someone special for this episode of the Latino Vote Podcast! Senator Ruben Gallego joins Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid to break down what it really takes to win hearts and minds in a competitive political landscape. Gallego offers a candid, hilarious, and deeply insightful conversation ab…

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25 for 25: The New York Times’ Jamelle Bouie on the Future of the Opinion Columnist 1:27:20

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Hello, media consumers! This week, Bryan and Joel are joined by Jamelle Bouie, opinion columnist at the New York Times, to discuss a number of timely media topics before backtracking and talking through Bouie’s career, writing an opinion column in this era of the internet, the relationship between his TikTok and his journalistic work, and more. Hos…

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Booker T & Top Dolla CLAP BACK at Swerve Strickland Over Controversial Vlad TV Interview! 22:51

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Swerve Strickland’s recent interview with Vlad TV has stirred up major controversy in the wrestling world! Booker T wasn’t happy about the move, recalling how he turned down Vlad TV in the past to avoid being exploited and used to put Black wrestlers down. But Booker T wasn’t the only one who had something to say—Top Dolla also fired back at Swerve…

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Catching up on the Atlantic Mega-Scoop and Stephen A. vs. LeBron. Plus: Bryan’s Southwest Travelogue. 1:06:45

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David discuss the highlights, lowlights, and books bought during Bryan’s family vacation across the American Southwest (1:30). Then, they dig deep into three stories that Bryan missed while he was out: Jeffrey Goldberg’s Signal scoop of the Trump administration’s war plans (15:00) The latest chapter of the LeBron v…

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Tsyzu is Back! Ennis vs. Stanionis Preview 1:06:19

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On this edition of Ringside Reporter we talk about Tim Tsyzu's comeback last night and he was perfect. So, now what's next for Tsyzu? We'll let you know. We will also preview the upcoming Stanionis - Ennis fight. All this and the latest news and rumors on this edition of Ringside Reporter.By Ringside Reporter

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What Democrats need to do to fix their problems, scandal on the LA City Council and what comes next for Kevin de León 42:22

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In Part 2 of our discussion with former President of the California State Senate Kevin de León, we take a hard look at what’s ailing national Democrats and why the party must reconnect with its working-class roots. Furthermore, Kevin breaks his silence on the infamous Nury Martinez recording that shook Los Angeles politics and reflects on the lesso…