Hang Up and Listen
Episodes
The Whore No More Edition
10 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk to Whore of Akron author Scott Raab about LeBron James’s return to Ohio. They also examine the NFL’...
The SEC Ganks Noobs Edition
03 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin ask Paul Finebaum about ESPN’s alleged pro-SEC bias. They also talk to Amanda Hess about Lauren Hill and inspirational ...
The Greatest Bull in History Edition
27 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Madison Bumgarner’s World Series dominance and the latest claim that baseball is dying. They also ...
The Whimsy Watch Edition
20 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk to Grantland’s Jonah Keri about the Royals-Giants World Series. They also discuss the ethics of NBA t...
The Flaccid Hagiographic Concatenation Edition
13 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Fox Sports 1’s sabermetric-friendly NLCS broadcast and debate Georgia football player Todd Gurley’...
The Live at Galapagos Edition
09 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In a special live show in Brooklyn, Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the baseball playoffs and the NBA’s TV deal. Roy Blount Jr. jo...
The These Are My Bosses Edition
29 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss ESPN’s decision to suspend Bill Simmons, talk about the Kansas City Royals with Grantland’s Rany...
The What Are We Going to Do With These People? Edition
22 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk to ESPN’s Jane McManus about the NFL and domestic violence. They also discuss Jameis Winston, Hope So...
The Will Goodell Go? Edition
15 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the NFL’s continued failures and whether Roger Goodell will go. They also examine the U.S. team’...
The Ravens Cut Rice Edition
08 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Ravens’ decision to cut Ray Rice. Slate’s Jamelle Bouie also joins to discuss the Atlanta Ha...
The Jerry Loves Johnny Edition
02 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss college football’s opening weekend bonanza of games at NFL stadiums. They also interview ESPN’s ...
The All’s Fair in Love and WAR Edition
25 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the pros and cons of NFL preseason. They also talk about MVP candidate Alex Gordon and baseball’s ...
The "Are the Kids Alright?" Edition
18 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca discuss the election of Rob Manfred as the new MLB head. They also speak with author Mark Hyman about Little League baseb...
Hang Up and Listen: The Tragedy at Canandaigua Edition
11 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Levin and Mike Pesca interview Motorsport.com’s Steven Cole Smith about the death of Kevin Ward Jr.; talk to Grantland’s Shane Ryan about Ror...
Hang Up and Listen: The Breaking News Edition
04 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Paul George’s leg injury and its implications. They also talk with Slate’s Emily Bazelon about c...
Hang Up and Listen: The Suspension and Disbelief Edition
28 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and special guest Jason Gay discuss the NFL’s suspension of Ray Rice. They also break down the Astros’ failure to sign top...
Hang Up and Listen: The Losingest Winner Edition
21 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Mike Trout’s fame or lack thereof, interview the Iroquois Nationals’ Ansley Jemison about the Wo...
Hang Up and Listen: The Ohio Player Edition
14 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Germany’s World Cup win, Lionel Messi’s loss, and what the heck happened to Brazil. They also ta...
HUAL World Cup Extra: The Myth of Jogo Bonito Edition
11 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi sift through the aftermath of the semifinals. They also talk with r...
HUAL World Cup Extra: The Dutch, Masters of Gamesmanship Edition
08 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode of Howler Magazine's Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi discuss Dutch diving, conflicts faced by Afr...
Hang Up and Listen: The Going Mouth to Mouth Edition
07 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Neymar, Messi, penalties, and other World Cup matters. The New York Times’ Ben Rothenberg also joi...
HUAL World Cup Extra: The Tim Howard Is Everywhere Edition
02 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode of Howler Magazine’s Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi talk about the U.S. loss to Belgium. They’...
Hang Up and Listen: The Soft Rock and Salary Caps Edition
30 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca discuss the end of the group stage and the beginning of the knockout round at the World Cup. They also talk ...
HUAL World Cup Extra: The Undead in the Group of Death Edition
27 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode of Howler Magazine’s Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi talk about the USA advancing in the World ...
HUAL World Cup Extra: The Miguel Herrera is Pleasingly Rectangular Edition
24 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Hang Up and Listen presents Howler’s World Cup podcast DUMMY. Today, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi break down the USA-Por...
Hang Up and Listen: The White Elephant in Manaus Edition
23 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Mike Pesca, and Grantland’s Bryan Curtis discuss American soccer’s emotional rollercoaster in Brazil and talk to Slate contributor ...
World Cup Dummy: The Now We Believe! Edition
17 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Hang Up and Listen presents a special World Cup extra from our friends at Howler Magazine. Topics discussed in this episode of Dummy include the U.S. ...
Hang Up and Listen: The San Antonio is Beautiful Edition
16 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Spurs’ beautiful domination of the Heat in the NBA Finals. They also look back at a goal-fille...
World Cup DUMMY: No Doves Were Killed in the Making of This Podcast
13 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Hang Up and Listen presents a special World Cup extra from our friends at Howler Magazine. Topics discussed in this episode of DUMMY include the Brazi...
Hang Up and Listen: The Boring Plus Time Equals Consistency Edition
09 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss LeBron James’ cramps and other NBA Finals matters. They also look at California Chrome’s failed ...
Hang Up and Listen: The Elephants in the Garden Edition
02 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Heat-Spurs NBA Finals rematch. They also interview hockey historian Stan Fischler and talk to fo...
Hang Up and Listen: The Ninety Percent of the Game Is Half Mental Edition
27 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the latest NBA playoffs news. They also talk to Jonathan Hock about his ESPN series on the U.S. Worl...
Hang Up and Listen: The Way Too Many Animals Edition
19 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca interview ESPN’s Jeremy Schaap about the horror show in Qatar in advance of the 2022 World Cup. Puck Daddy...
Hang Up and Listen: The Baring Your Sole Edition
12 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about Michael Sam and the NFL draft. They also talk about NBA comebacks, the Thunder’s coaching, and ...
Hang Up and Listen: The Red Flags with Character Issues Edition
05 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the thrilling first round of the NBA playoffs. They also talk about the NFL draft and how teams asse...
Hang Up and Listen: The Sterling's Reputation Edition
28 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca explore what the NBA should do about Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling. They also talk about baseba...
Hang Up and Listen: The Remember the 96 Edition
21 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the home-court negating first weekend of the NBA playoffs. They’re also joined by Puck Daddy’s G...
Hang Up and Listen: The Farewell to Throwing Arms Edition
14 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and special guest Johnette Howard discuss Bubba Watson’s Masters win. They also talk about baseball’s alarming rate of Tom...
Hang Up and Listen: The Mr. Monopoly Was a Hipster Edition
07 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Mike Pesca, and Mary Pilon preview the NCAA basketball finals and discuss with Andy Glockner what it's like to root for a Premier Leagu...
Hang Up and Listen: The Kain Mutiny Edition
31 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the NCAA tournament’s surprising Final Four. They also talk about Northwestern football players ge...