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- 4 days ago1h 41m
ESPN’s Game 4 Flop, Trump’s Epstein Strategy, and Everyone’s Favorite World Cup Fan. Plus: Semafor’s Dave Weigel!
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David start with their thoughts on the Knicks' historic comeback over the Spurs to take a 3-1 lead, and Bryan gives his notes on ESPN’s coverage of the game down the stretch. Then they talk about the New York Times excerpt from Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan's upcoming book about how the White House has been handling the Epstein files . They also talk about Twitter’s favorite World Cup fan and a new addition to the Best Used Bookstores in the World list . Finally, Semafor’s Dave Weigel joins to talk about the Senate race in Texas, the change in campaign reporting, and much more . Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week, and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David ShoemakerGuest: Dave WeigelProducer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 6 days ago1h 37m
A Trumpy NBA Finals, Pat McAfee’s New Deal, and Scott Pelley’s Interview. Plus: MS NOW’s Michael Steele
Today on The Press Box, Joel takes over the Tuesday slot. Bryan and Joel start the show by discussing Pat McAfee’s reported extension with ESPN before talking about Trump’s attendance at Game 3 of the NBA Finals . After that, the guys dive into the Scott Pelley–'60 Minutes' situation, including Pelley’s interview with The New York Times and what Bryan would have asked Scott if he had interviewed him . The show ends with an interview with MS NOW’s Michael Steele , where he and the guys talk about the 2024 DNC autopsy , why he hasn't become a Democrat, why he almost became a priest , and so much more. Michael Steele is the coanchor of 'The Weeknight,' airing weekdays at 7 p.m. ET on MS NOW. Beginning Monday, June 15, Steele and his coanchor Symone Sanders Townsend will welcome Luke Russert as the newest coanchor at the roundtable. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson Guest: Michael Steele Producer: Bruce Baldwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago1h 18m
'60 Minutes,' the NBA Finals, and the California Primaries
Today on The Press Box: '60 Minutes,' the NBA Finals, and the California primaries. Joel and Bryan react to the latest news regarding '60 Minutes,' including the hiring of Nick Bilton, Scott Pelley's departure, and more . Then, ESPN's Vince Goodwill joins from San Antonio, sharing his observations from Game 1 of the NBA Finals . Plus, Gustavo Arellano breaks down the California primaries . Host: Joel Anderson Guests: Bryan Curtis, Vince Goodwill, and Gustavo Arellano Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Isaiah Blakely, Conor Nevins and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 33m
The May Issue: The Unknockables 2026
Today on The Press Box, it's the May Issue! Bryan and David create the 2026 version of an Esquire magazine feature from 60 years ago, called "The Unknockables." They talk through a bunch of categories and nominees across society and culture, and they pick people in 2026 who are unknockable. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David ShoemakerProducers: Ben Cruz, Isaiah Blakely, Jon Roemer, and Oscar De La Luz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 22m
Another CBS Earthquake and the Texas Senate Showdown. Plus, Tales from the Knicks Locker Room With Frank Isola.
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and Joel talk about Ken Paxton winning the Republican Senate nominee runoff in Texas, setting up a showdown with Democratic nominee James Talarico. They also talk about Jill Biden’s interview on CBS, another Bari Weiss story, and a sports Emmys snub. Then, they are joined by ESPN and Sirius XM’s Frank Isola to discuss his tales of covering the New York Knicks for 22 years. Intro Texas Senate race Jill Biden's interview More changes at CBS Sports Emmys Tales from the Knicks locker room Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Joel AndersonGuest: Frank IsolaProducers: Isaiah Blakely and Jamie Yukich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 8m
ESPN vs. NBC on the NBA, Trump’s Health, and the Splendid ‘Star Wars’ Discourse. Plus, a New Feature With Jason Concepcion.
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David kick things off by discussing Bryan's Memorial Day trip to the movie theater and why the ‘Star Wars’ discourse has become more interesting than the movies themselves. Then they offer a side-by-side comparison of the NBA playoff coverage on ESPN versus NBC and analyze the recent reporting surrounding Donald Trump's health . Then they debut a brand-new segment, the Obligatory List, with some help from Jason Concepcion . Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week, and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Guest: Jason Concepcion Producer: Jon Roemer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago56 min
The Bulwark’s Sarah Longwell on Early 2028 Vibes, a Post-Trump GOP, and Building a Personality-Driven Media Company
On today’s bonus episode of The Press Box, Bryan sits down with the Bulwark’s Sarah Longwell to discuss her early thoughts on the 2028 political landscape, starting the Bulwark , and much more. Host: Bryan CurtisGuest: Sarah LongwellProducers: Isaiah Blakely and Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 22m
Is Sports Journalism Dead? Plus: Google’s Killing Search and Fear and Loathing on the Wemby Beat.
Today on The Press Box, Joel is back, and he’s here with Bryan to talk first about the sale of New York magazine. Then they talk about the changes coming to the Google search bar , whether sports journalism is dead like Dan Le Batard said , and more. Then they are joined by San Antonio Express-News sports columnist Mike Finger to discuss what it’s like covering Victor Wembanyama . Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Joel AndersonGuest: Mike FingerProducers: Isaiah Blakey, Jon Roemer, Oscar De La Luz, and Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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