The Press Box

The Press Box

The Ringer

English Sports Explicit
Episodes 1,281
Avg. Duration 51m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.4 (3,119)
Since Apr 2016
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis, David Shoemaker and Joel Anderson catch you up on the biggest media stories, from sports to politics and everything in between.

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Recent Episodes

ESPN’s Game 4 Flop, Trump’s Epstein Strategy, and Everyone’s Favorite World Cup Fan. Plus: Semafor’s Dave Weigel!

Jun 12, 2026 1h 41m

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…

A Trumpy NBA Finals, Pat McAfee’s New Deal, and Scott Pelley’s Interview. Plus: MS NOW’s Michael Steele

Jun 10, 2026 1h 37m

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 (01:11) before talking about Trump’s attendance at Game…

'60 Minutes,' the NBA Finals, and the California Primaries

Jun 04, 2026 1h 18m

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…

The May Issue: The Unknockables 2026

May 31, 2026 1h 33m

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…

Another CBS Earthquake and the Texas Senate Showdown. Plus, Tales from the Knicks Locker Room With Frank Isola.

May 29, 2026 1h 22m

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…

ESPN vs. NBC on the NBA, Trump’s Health, and the Splendid ‘Star Wars’ Discourse. Plus, a New Feature With Jason Concepcion.

May 26, 2026 1h 8m

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…

The Bulwark’s Sarah Longwell on Early 2028 Vibes, a Post-Trump GOP, and Building a Personality-Driven Media Company

May 25, 2026 56m

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 (29:09), and much…

Is Sports Journalism Dead? Plus: Google’s Killing Search and Fear and Loathing on the Wemby Beat.

May 22, 2026 1h 22m

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 (9:13), whether…

Jon Krakauer on Climbing Mt. Everest, Writing Non-Fiction, and 30 Years of ‘Into Thin Air’

May 21, 2026 44m

On today’s bonus episode of The Press Box, Bryan is joined by bestselling author Jon Krakauer. It’s the 30th anniversary of his book ‘Into Thin Air,’ so they talk about climbing Mount Everest, the…

How to Interview Wemby and the Clipping Nightmare. Plus: Stephen Colbert’s Last Stand, With Jason Zinoman.

May 20, 2026 1h 23m

Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David react to a wild Game 1 of the Western Conference finals between the Spurs and Thunder, and they talk about how to revamp postgame interviews. Then they talk…

A Fresh CBS Controversy, and Nick Kristof’s Column. Plus: A Midterms Check-in with Vox’s Benjy Sarlin

May 15, 2026 1h 4m

Today on The Press Box, Joel is out, so Bryan is back with David and they start by discussing another Bari Weiss and CBS story. Then, they move to the discourse around Nick Kristof’s recent column…

Rupert Murdoch vs. the NFL, The Daily Wire’s Fade, and Spencer Pratt for L.A. Mayor

May 13, 2026 1h 6m

Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David start by talking stand-up comedy, specifically Bryan’s time at the Netflix Is a Joke Festival. Then they talk about what’s going on with the NFL TV rights…

The GOP Depth Chart With Van Lathan

May 08, 2026 1h 18m

Today on The Press Box, Joel is in L.A. with Bryan, and they are joined by Van Lathan Jr. He’s back this time to run through his GOP nominee depth chart. They discuss all types of potential…

Remembering Ted Turner, the Man Who Owned the Media, With Jason Gay

May 06, 2026 40m

Today on The Press Box, Bryan is joined by The Wall Street Journal’s Jason Gay to discuss Ted Turner's legacy following his death at the age of 87. They talk about the creation of CNN (8:40), what he…

A Murdoch Eyes ‘New York,’ and the ‘Times’ Lawsuit. Plus: Bill Carter on Colbert, Kimmel, and the Last Chapter of Late Night.

May 06, 2026 1h 28m

Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David talk about oxpeckers in the media. They talk about the news of James Murdoch being in talks to buy parts of Vox Media and New York Magazine (11:03). Then, they…

Reporters Vs. Influencers at the Correspondents’ Dinner, a Senate Candidate’s Old Tweets, and Katie Baker from the Musk-Altman Trial

May 01, 2026 1h 23m

Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David start with some follow-up stories on the Russini-Vrabel situation before talking more about the White House Correspondents' Dinner and the work reporters and…

Anna Wintour, the Age of Magazines, and ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ with Amanda Dobbins

Apr 29, 2026 49m

On today’s bonus episode of The Press Box, Bryan is joined by Amanda Dobbins to discuss Anna Wintour and the upcoming movie 'The Devil Wears Prada 2.' Amanda provides a spoiler-free review of the…

What Happened at the Correspondents’ Dinner, the 'New York Times’ Is Doing Ringer Podcasts, and the Worst Reviews of ‘Michael’

Apr 28, 2026 1h 28m

Today on The Press Box, Bryan and Joel discuss their thoughts about the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Then, they are joined by Washington Post reporter Kara Voght who was at the…

More on Vrabel and Russini, the FBI Investigates a Reporter, and Buying Your Way Into the Broadcast Booth

Apr 24, 2026 1h

Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David are back, and they start with some newsworthy items from David's time at WrestleMania. Then they react to more photos of Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel (8:16).…

Kash Patel vs. The Atlantic, Mike Vrabel Speaks, and Why NBC Wants Mike Tomlin. Plus, Jordan Ritter Conn on 'American Men.'

Apr 22, 2026 1h 15m

Today on The Press Box, Bryan and Joel start with Kash Patel’s lawsuit against The Atlantic. Then they react to New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel speaking to the media for the first time…

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