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- Today1h 42m
The Democrats Win in a Texas-Sized Blowout
Bryan Curtis, Joel Anderson, and David Shoemaker break down the stunning 2026 midterm election, in which Democrats swept Texas’s statewide offices and scored major Senate victories in Kansas, South Carolina, North Carolina, Michigan, Ohio, and Maine. They examine the reporting and candidate failures that helped produce the wave, visit the “Fox News Funeral Parlor” to assess conservative media’s response, and check in on the still-unresolved contests in Mississippi and Alaska before trading election-night television takes. And don't forget to subscribe to Bryan's newsletter here! Hosts: Bryan Curtis, David Shoemaker, and Joel Anderson Producers: Jon Jones, Steve Ahlman, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 days ago1h 2m
Haley Stevens Turns Heel in Michigan. Plus, Our Midterms Picks!
Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker preview Election Day by unpacking a final wave of Democratic-friendly Senate polling and the bizarre fallout in Michigan after Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers, then struggled to explain her reversal to Anderson Cooper . Bryan and David rank the 10 races they’ll be watching most closely—from Michigan and Texas to Kansas, Iowa, and potential surprise states . Then Bryan offers his final predictions for control of the House and Senate before they discuss an update on Michael Wilbon’s health . And don't forget to subscribe to Bryan's newsletter [here] Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Producers: Jon Jones, Steve Ahlman, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 6 days ago55 min
Why We’ll Miss Ernie Johnson. Plus, What's Pat McAfee Upset About Now?
Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker celebrate Halloween by dressing as Joe Buck and Troy Aikman before reflecting on Ernie Johnson’s 37-year run as host of 'Inside the NBA,' the understated instincts that made him a uniquely beloved broadcaster, and what the show might become without him. They also dissect Pat McAfee’s escalating response to a harmless Utah student video and how his outsize presence has changed 'College GameDay' before surveying a batch of startling midterm polls in South Carolina, Kansas, Texas, Maine, and Michigan. And don't forget to subscribe to Bryan's newsletter here! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Producers: Jon Jones, Steve Ahlman, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago1h 17m
How To Write A Detective Novel with Michael Connelly and Chris Ryan
Welcome to the October Issue of the Press Box. First, author Michael Connelly joins the show to talk about his years as an LA crime reporter, his Harry Bosch novels, why Bosch lives in the hills above LA, and much more. He also weighed in on the Bosch Amazon series and the current state of his old paper, the LA Times. Then, Chris Ryan and Bryan list their all-time favorite detective novels. Host: Bryan Curtis Guests: Michael Connelly and Chris Ryan Producers: Jon Jones and Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago55 min
Joel’s Official Election Predictions. Plus: Farewell, to an NFL TV Glue Guy
Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson make their final predictions ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, debating whether James Talarico can break Texas Democrats’ statewide drought, whether Susan Collins can survive once again in Maine, and whether Democrats will take control of the Senate . They also examine the consequences of weakened voting protections, the possibility of challenges to election results and why celebrities and athletes who align themselves with Donald Trump may face lasting backlash . Bryan also bids farewell to an unsung broadcast hero . And don't forget to subscribe to Bryan's newsletter here! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson Producers: Jon Jones, Steve Ahlman, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago52 min
Will Troy Aikman Have a TV Job Next Year? Plus, Election Madness in Ohio.
Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker break down CBS’s decision to elevate J.J. Watt to its top NFL broadcast team alongside Jim Nantz, assess Watt’s development as an analyst, and consider what the network shuffle could mean for Troy Aikman’s future in the booth. They also examine an increasingly ugly Ohio governor’s race, the wider midterm media narrative , and Blake Griffin’s new media-criticism show, 'The Step Back,' including whether its John Oliver-inspired format makes the best use of Griffin’s perspective as a former player . And don't forget to subscribe to Bryan's newsletter here! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Producers: Jon Jones, Steve Ahlman, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago58 min
The Times Reopens the O.J. Simpson Case. Plus, the Horror of a 24-Team College Football Playoff.
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and Joel kick things off by talking through more of the Joe Buck-Troy Aikman drama at ESPN . They then get into the incredible O.J. Simpson story that the New York Times dropped over the weekend and Katie Zacharia’s five-day tenure as White House press secretary , before closing out with thoughts on the potential 24-team college football playoff . Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson Producers: Jon Jones and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 39m
Is the Troy Aikman Era Over at ESPN? Plus: Peter King on 40 Years on the NFL Beat.
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David discuss all the reports around the tension between Joe Buck and Troy Aikman in the 'Monday Night Football' booth. They talk about how we got here and what could be next for Troy and ESPN . Then they talk about the new White House press secretary, Katie Zacharia . After that, Bryan is joined by Peter King to talk about his long career covering the NFL and his new book, 'The Game' . Subscribe to Bryan's newsletter here! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Guest: Peter King Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Jon Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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