Hello, media consumers! Bryan grabs his coffee and fires up the mic with Benjy Sarlin so they can provide you with the morning-after immediate reactions to the Kamala Harris–Donald Trump debate. They discuss the following: The biggest things everyone learned from the debate (1:10) How close did we get to seeing Kamala Harris the prosecutor (8:51) How Kamala Harris was prepared for the debate (12:24) Things that connected with undecided voters (16:00) Words that will be remembered out of this debate (22:58) Their thoughts on the moderators (25:25) Reactions to Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Harris (30:56) Benjy shares insight from the spin room in Philadelphia (33:18) Plus David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline. Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Benjy Sarlin Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David kick off the show by previewing this Tuesday’s long-awaited debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump (00:36). Then they discuss Tom Brady’s first day on his new job (17:35). Later, in the notebook, they react to the following: Tenet Media got covert funding from Russian state media employees (35:33), Joe Tessitore debuted on 'Raw' (38:54), and Shannon Sharpe called out his producers (49:47) Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David kick off the show by discussing the New York Times story, “Inside the Worst Three Weeks of Donald Trump’s 2024 Campaign (0:43).” Then they discuss the following: Three reasons Tim Walz was selected as Kamala Harris’s running mate (09:00). The Harris-Trump debate is set (20:23) Tim Walz’s couch jokes (23:40) Then in the notebook they discuss the following: Noah Eagle’s impressive performance in the men’s and women’s basketball gold medal games (37:34) Another Charles Barkley update (39:24) A discussion about aggregators (43:50) And then in “Only in Journalism” they discuss Deion Sanders’s reaction to an only-in-journalism word (0:00) Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bryan is back with Weekend Headlines to review a misquote from Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, then discuss sports docs' equivalence to memoir and Tucker Carlson’s biography (0:48). Later, Bryan is joined by Semafor's Washington bureau chief, Benjy Sarlin, to react to the first GOP debate. They discuss candidates’ approach to Ron DeSantis, talk through Nikki Haley’s and Mike Pence’s campaigns, touch on a Trump-less debate, and then predict who may win Iowa and who may drop out before then (7:10). Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Benjy Sarlin Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Ryan O'Hanlon discuss 20 looming questions heading into the Premier League season, including Pep Guardiola’s and Jose Mourinho's arrivals in Manchester, whether Leicester City can repeat, and Paul Pogba's potential to be the best player in the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet Litman is joined by 'AGW' producers Emily Collette and Sam Usher to discuss JoJo's final choice of Bachelor and to offer their differing opinions on Jordan. Then they reflect on how JoJo may be the Thon Maker of ‘The Bachelorette,’ Robby's socks and teeth, and why the contestants' families should be involved in the rose ceremonies. Finally, they talk about what's next for 'Bachelor in Paradise.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ringer editor-at-large Bryan Curtis brings on the former top editor at Sports Illustrated, Us Weekly, Rolling Stone, and Esquire to discuss the appeal of a magazine (5:00), Rick Reilly's SI career and departure (12:00), handling the SI Swimsuit Issue debate (21:00), and his new book, 'The Accidental Life: An Editor's Notes on Writing and Writers' (30:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s David Shoemaker is joined by 'AGW' writer Joel Solomon to discuss Rhyno’s recent GOP victory (5:00) and Shoemaker’s trip to the PGW (14:00). Then they run through the ‘Cruiserweight Classics,’ (15:00) some of the rising NXT stars of ‘Raw’ (19:00), and highlights from last week’s matches (21:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the inaugural 'Writers' Room,' a rotating cast of 'Any Given Wednesday' writers chime in with their thoughts on pop culture, sports, and the power of the internet deep dive. First, writers Travon Free and Cathy Lew discuss the anticipation for Frank Ocean's new album and if the world can handle a Kanye-Drake collaboration. Then, Pat Barker and Joel Solomon join to break down what's grinding their gears in the sporting world. Finally, Brendan Lynch and Cathy Lew wrap it up with Brendan's most recent internet deep dives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins give their thoughts on the 'Gilmore Girls' reboot trailer, Lindsay Lohan's social media activity (17:00), and Wendi Murdoch's Rolodex reveal in 'Vogue' (25:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's David Shoemaker and comedian Dan St. Germain discuss the new era of WWE: a solid 'Battleground,' a shocking 'Raw,' and a new-look 'Smackdown.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Juliet Litman and Mallory Rubin discuss Aaron Rodgers's long-awaited response, bid farewell to Luke and break down the fantasy suite dates for Jordan, Robby, and Chase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Ben Lindbergh and Michael Baumann bring on Pittsburgh Tribune-Review writer Travis Sawchik to discuss all of the ways the Pittsburgh Pirates are embracing sports science. Then Ben and Michael discuss whether baseball movies are having a moment by breaking down the 2016 lineup of 'Everybody Wants Some!!,' 'The Phenom,' and 'Undrafted.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Chris Ryan and Ryan O’Hanlon talk about England’s manager search (2:30), Paul Pogba’s rumored move to Manchester United (10:00), the role of agents in transfers (11:00), and how Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool have gone about team building (25:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bryan and David begin the week by reviewing the new cast of 'Monday Night Countdown' (0:43) before discussing what to expect from the first GOP debate airing on Wednesday night without former president Donald Trump (8:22). Later, they talk through the ongoing situation between former NFL player Michael Oher and the Tuohys (28:30) and then touch on NFL aggregators and more! Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Juliet Litman dives deep into the 'Bachelorette' hometown dates. Ringer editor Molly McHugh makes a guest appearance to discuss the sibling rivalry between the Rodgers brothers. Later, Ringer staff writer Allison P. Davis joins to give her top picks for the show's most eligible bachelors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this emergency special of 'Jam Session,' Amanda Dobbins and Juliet Litman talk exclusively about Kimye v. Tay, also known as the Snapchat tapes (4:00). Plus a bonus interview with 'GQ' writer Caity Weaver for an insider look at the "Famous" feud (18:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Geoff Shackelford and Joe House break down Henrik Stenson's win over Phil Mickelson at “The Open,” Billy Horschel’s backward cap, and Trump phoning Shackelford directly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's David Shoemaker is joined by 'AGW' writer Joel Solomon and The A.V. Club's Latoya Ferguson to discuss the PED allegations against Brock Lesnar (6:00), the impending brand split (20:00), their top-10 draft lists (40:00), and the most valuable wrestlers in the new-look leagues. Then, the Miz joins to discuss the importance of the draft (1:16:00) and what it's like to be a Cleveland sports fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss Jonathan Safran Foer's email correspondence with Natalie Portman in ’T Magazine,' Jennifer Aniston's new foray into blogging, and Ciara and Russell Wilson's nuptials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a special edition of 'The Ringer Tech Pod,’ Molly McHugh and staff writers Alyssa Bereznak, Kate Knibbs, and Victor Luckerson discuss the use of Facebook Live to stream the tragic events in Minnesota, Louisiana, and Texas last week, and the implications that real-time violence has for the future of the platform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's David Shoemaker and comedian Dan St. Germain discuss Brock Lesnar's UFC 200 upset (8:00), Dean Ambrose's draft stock (22:00), Shane McMahon's 'SmackDown' (42:00), the impending ‘Raw’ vs. ‘SmackDown’ brand split (52:00), and ‘Final Deletion’ and the Wyatts–New Day fight (58:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Juliet Litman and Bryan Curtis discuss the rift between the Rodgers brothers (8:00), how Aaron Rodgers has "chosen to do life" (14:00), the strange Kama Sutra horse date (20:20), and the bond between Texans on the show (26:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Ryan O'Hanlon give their big-picture review of Euro 2016. Then, Donnie Kwak joins to discuss the France-Arsenal alignment and designate the final four "most deserving" teams of the tournament. Finally, Kevin Clark chimes in with Euro final predictions and discusses Ronaldo's chance to add to his ever-growing star. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Molly McHugh discusses some of the challenges of the digital music space with the founders of now-defunct services Turntable.fm (04:30) and Vivogig (13:30), and chats with tech reporter Victor Luckerson. Later, she brings on Scott Pinkmountain (22:00), a music analyst at Pandora, to share his thoughts on the industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bryan and David hit on the newly announced NBA ‘Countdown’ lineup and discuss its new potential format, before author James Andrew Miller joins the show to unpack the state of ESPN and how things could unfold after the Penn Entertainment deal (9:45). Later, they discuss the Hollywood Reporter’s recent incident involving an awards pundit asking for special privileges (27:07), then touch on a Kansas newsroom being raided by the police (35:27). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Guest: James Andrew Miller Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Steve Kazee on Kevin Durant's wrestling-worthy responses, Brock Lesnar's UFC 200 ripple effect (8:00), the holiday letdown of 'Raw' (27:00), the WWE pay-per-view expansion (36:00), the impending draft (47:00), and the current iteration of the New Day (54:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bryan Curtis examines what makes Dodgers play-by-play announcer Vin Scully undeniably the greatest sports broadcaster of all time. MLB Audio of Vin Scully is used with permission of MLB Advanced Media, L.P. All Rights Reserved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Ringer's Juliet Litman and Mallory Rubin discuss Chase and Derek's two-on-one date with JoJo. Then, they talk about the scene featuring a live singer's melodramatic rendition of "Don't Cry for Me Argentina" after Derek's dismissal. Later, they debate the merits of being serenaded by a piano player versus a guitar player and talk about why more NFL families should be on reality TV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's David Shoemaker brings on 'Any Given Wednesday' writer Joel Solomon to discuss Roman Reigns's next move, AJ Styles's heel turn (20:00), the biggest slide in the upcoming draft (32:00), WWE's dating carousel (42:00), and 'Monday Night Raw': The Man vs. The Guy vs. The Dude (53:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In honor of the 20th anniversary of Jay Z's debut album, "Reasonable Doubt," The Ringer's Jay Z aficionados reflect on Hov's impact on the modern-day rap mogul and discuss what the next step is in his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Ryan, Ryan O’Hanlon, Micah Peters, and Kevin Clark reflect on the group stage’s most compelling performances and discuss what will be a completely different tournament going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Description: The Ringer's Juliet Litman and Bryan Curtis discuss cliff-diving dates in Uruguay, Vinny the barber, and why America isn't making a big deal about Jordan Rodgers. Then Reality Steve joins to talk about an unprecedented moment in ‘Bachelorette’ history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's David Shoemaker is joined by actor Steve Kazee and television writer Angelina Burnett to discuss the Roman Reigns solution (10:00), 'Money in the Bank' winners and losers (19:00), John Cena's supremacy (40:00), the upcoming 'SummerSlam' (52:00), and Sasha Banks's rising star (57:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bryan Curtis talks to TV showrunner Damon Lindelof, HitFix's Alan Sepinwall, Slate's Willa Paskin, The New York Times' A.O. Scott, and more about the rise of the television critic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bryan hits on headlines from the week from ESPN’s new billion-dollar deal with Penn Entertainment to the Orioles’ miscalculation with announcer Kevin Brown. Then, The New York Post’s Mike Vaccaro joins to discuss his career as a sports columnist for 20+ years. He talks about the power of a sports columnist, writing about sports in New York, and his relationship with Adrian Wojnarowski and experiencing his first Woj Bomb. Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Mike Vaccaro Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Ryan, Ryan O'Hanlon, and Micah Peters take the temperature on Euro 2016, looking at the best players, most disappointing teams, and biggest story lines after the first week of the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins on Leonardo DiCaprio's rumored sexual tics, Queen Elizabeth and the coverage of the British royal family (11:00), James Corden's showmanship (21:00), and the latest trends in celebrity real estate (27:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Juliet Litman and 'Any Given Wednesday' writer Brendan Lynch discuss conspiracy theories about last week's episode, why Under Armour should make merchandise for 'The Challenge,' and their predictions on who will win this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's David Shoemaker and comedian Dan St. Germain on 'WWE SmackDown' vs. 'Raw' (15:00), 'NXT TakeOver: The End' (32:00), the upcoming 'Money in the Bank' 2016 (47:00), and Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins (1:04:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Molly McHugh talks to former Taxi Magic founder George Arison about making one of the first ride-hailing apps (5:00), Harry Campbell, 'The Rideshare Guy,' about the culture and business behind Lyft and Uber (17:00), Victor Luckerson about self-driving cars (32:00), and transportation advocate Sunday Parker about her optimism for autonomous cars (42:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bryan Curtis is joined by legendary Sports Illustrated writer Frank Deford to discuss the current sports scene, the coverage of Muhammad Ali's death, and his renowned NPR commentaries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Chris Ryan, Ryan O'Hanlon, and Kevin Clark name their select a starting 11 dream team for Euro 2016, discuss the names to watch throughout the month-long journey, and pick their favorite to win it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Juliet Litman and Allison P. Davis on the four-hour 'Bachelorette' binge, Chad's exit, and Ben Roethlisberger's odd cameo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Mallory Rubin and acclaimed baseball writer Rany Jazayerli on the Chicago Cubs’ historic season and their chase to emerge as the best team in MLB history. Remember to subscribe to the 'Ringer MLB Show' feed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Shoemaker, David’s buddy Blake, and Guardian writer Dave Schilling talk about Brock Lesnar's UFC announcement, Lesner's career, and how his MMA return may affect his legacy (4:00). Then they discuss a very goofy episode of ‘Raw’ (26:00) and hold a ‘Raw’ vs. ‘SmackDown’ mock draft (36:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bryan and David begin this week by discussing the U.S. women’s national team’s loss to Sweden this weekend and how both current and former players responded to their elimination (0:41). Then, they weigh Fox News’ approach at encouraging Donald Trump to take the stage for GOP debates (12:00). Later, they state their case in defense of former NBA Finals team announcer Mark Jackson (30:00). Plus, another Not About Media segment, where they talk conference realignment. And, of course, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins on Taylor Swift's relationship status, Emilia Clarke's role in 'Me Before You' (17:00), Jesse Plemons and Kirsten Dunst's rumored romance (24:00), and potential options for a female lead in the Bond franchise (30:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Molly McHugh and Kate Knibbs dedicate a full podcast to emoji with help from Fred Benenson, who translated 'Moby Dick' in its entirety into emoji, and internet linguist Gretchen McCulloch, who explains why the icons have become such an important part of conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices