Best Sox Machine Podcasts (2026)

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2026 FanGraphs Top Chicago White Sox Prospects 50:40

29m ago50:40

50:40

This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Guest: Eric Longenhagen, FanGraphs Rundown [Intro] We are back for our 13th season podcasting the Chicago White Sox. Catching up on news from the holidays, including Jared Kelenic signing a minor league contract, Danny Mendick is now a manager, SoxFest Live update, and Jason Benetti…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout The 1919 Black Sox Scandal - Baseball’s Greatest Betrayal 1:12:26

10h ago1:12:26

1:12:26

The 1919 Black Sox scandal remains one of the most infamous moments in sports history, when members of the Chicago White Sox conspired to fix the World Series and permanently altered Major League Baseball. In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley revisits the scandal that shattered public trust in America’s pastime and changed professiona…

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NBA Power Rankings and “Do You Believe?” With Kirk Goldsberry, Plus an Eagles/Steelers Fan Base Report With Chris Ryan and Craig Horlbeck 2:34:43

1d ago2:34:43

2:34:43

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to discuss all the NBA teams through updated power rankings (3:16). Then, Chris Ryan and Craig Horlbeck join to talk about their favorite NFL teams and the playoff picture (01:38:38). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Kirk Goldsberry, Chris Ryan, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo …

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout The Station Nightclub Fire - Inside One of America’s Deadliest Concert Disasters 1:17:13

15h ago1:17:13

1:17:13

The Station Nightclub fire stands as one of the deadliest nightclub fires in American history, claiming 100 lives and injuring hundreds more in just minutes. In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley examines how a routine concert in West Warwick, Rhode Island, turned into a catastrophic disaster—and why its lessons still matter today. Tom…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout The Polygraph Test - Can a Machine Really Detect Lies? 1:11:15

14h ago1:11:15

1:11:15

The polygraph test has been called a lie detector, a psychological tool, and junk science—sometimes all at once. In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley takes a deep, clear-eyed look at the history, science, and controversy surrounding the polygraph test, from its early use in criminal investigations to its ongoing role in law enforcemen…

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The Voodoo Steelers, NFC South Comedy, an Eagles Theory, Guess the Lines Round 1, and Jaylen’s Crazy Year With Cousin Sal 1:53:29

3d ago1:53:29

1:53:29

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the Ravens miss the game-winning field goal against the Steelers to recap Week 18 (2:26). Then, they guess the lines for Round 1 before ending with Parent Corner (01:02:42). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is brought to you by …

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout Soap - The Sitcom That Changed Television Forever 1:03:55

1d ago1:03:55

1:03:55

In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom dives into the wildly influential, boundary-pushing sitcom Soap — the 1977 ABC comedy that redefined what network television could say, show, and satirize. Created by Susan Harris, Soap shattered sitcom conventions with serialized storytelling, sharp political satire, and fearless social commentary that t…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout The Disappearance of Susan Walsh: A Mystery That Still Haunts New Jersey 39:30

4d ago39:30

39:30

In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley examines the mysterious disappearance of Susan Walsh, a New Jersey journalist, single mother, and exotic dancer who vanished in 1996 under circumstances that remain deeply troubling and unresolved. Despite an extensive search and years of investigation, Susan Walsh was never found, and her case con…

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Maye Vs. Stafford, Week 18 Picks & the 21 Best 21st Century Sports Movies With Peter Schrager, Joe House, and Sean Fennessey 2:30:45

6d ago2:30:45

2:30:45

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Peter Schrager and Joe House to talk about the NFL MVP race before making their Ringer 107 picks (3:06). Then, Sean Fennessey joins the pod to discuss Bill’s 21 best sports movies of the 21st century (01:22:47). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Peter Schrager, Joe House, and Sean Fennessey Producers: Chia Hao Tat an…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout The Tenerife Air Disaster - The Deadliest Aviation Accident in History 1:09:15

5d ago1:09:15

1:09:15

In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley examines the Tenerife air disaster — the deadliest aviation accident in history — and the extraordinary chain of events that led to the tragic collision of two Boeing 747s on March 27, 1977. With 583 lives lost, the Tenerife disaster permanently changed aviation safety, cockpit communication, and a…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout Tom-A-Palooza - Another New Year’s Eve Marathon 6:08:57

6d ago6:08:57

6:08:57

Ring in the New Year with Tom-A-Palooza, a special four-hour New Year’s Eve edition of The Tom Gulley Show, as Tom Gulley takes you all the way to midnight with stories, conversation, pop culture, history, and spontaneous moments you can only get live. This extended broadcast is designed as a come-and-go experience, with a link available so viewers…

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An NBA Holiday Mailbag and the Jokic Scare With Rob Mahoney 1:28:49

6d ago1:28:49

1:28:49

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss Jokic’s injury, the Clippers’ resurgence, and more before jumping into an NBA mailbag to answer some questions (3:15). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Rob Mahoney Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Isaiah Blakely, and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Don’t settle for just any ins…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout Peter Lorre - From M to Hollywood Icon 56:55

7d ago56:55

56:55

In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley explores the extraordinary life and career of Peter Lorre — one of the most distinctive and influential actors in classic Hollywood history. From his chilling breakthrough performance in Fritz Lang’s M to his unforgettable roles in Casablanca, The Maltese Falcon, and a long run of genre-defining fi…

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White Sox Top 10 2025 Moments 1:09:02

8d ago1:09:02

1:09:02

This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Rundown [Intro] With the holidays wrapping up, the Sox Machine crew share what they got for Christmas. [8:50] Addressing the Yoan Moncada rumors, and how much help the White Sox need in the outfield. [17:44] Our personal favorite 2025 moments [26:15] Using page views, social media e…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout Leon Kennedy - And The Mysteries Of AI 1:49:13

7d ago1:49:13

1:49:13

On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley sits down with the show’s musical director, Leon Kennedy, for a thoughtful and timely conversation about artificial intelligence and its growing influence on music, creativity, and artistic identity. As AI-generated music, songwriting tools, and algorithm-driven creativity become more common, Leon …

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A Crazy 49ers Win, Baltimore’s Alive, Week 18 Stakes, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal 1:51:59

9d ago1:51:59

1:51:59

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the 49ers take down the Bears on Sunday night to recap Week 17 of the NFL season (2:35). Then, they guess the lines for Week 18 before ending with Parent Corner (01:03:09). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Learn more at https://linkedin.com/…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout Barney Miller - Why The NYPD Sitcom Still Matters 1:11:35

9d ago1:11:35

1:11:35

In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley takes a thoughtful, entertaining look at Barney Miller, the groundbreaking television sitcom that redefined the workplace comedy and quietly became one of the smartest shows in TV history. Set inside a New York City police precinct, Barney Miller used humor, character-driven storytelling, and sharp…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout David Glenn Lewis - A Mystery That Still Defies Explanation 1:10:35

12d ago1:10:35

1:10:35

In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley examines the strange and unsettling case of David Glenn Lewis, a mystery that has baffled investigators, journalists, and true crime researchers for decades. In 1993, Lewis vanished from his home in Amarillo, Texas under unexplained circumstances—only to be discovered days later thousands of miles …

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout The NORAD Santa Tracker - The Cold War Origin Of A Christmas Tradition 1:01:20

11d ago1:01:20

1:01:20

Every Christmas Eve, millions of families around the world track Santa Claus in real time thanks to the NORAD Santa Tracker — but few people know how this beloved holiday tradition actually began. In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom dives into the surprising Cold War origins of the NORAD Santa Tracker, the accidental phone call that started…

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White Sox staying busy through the Christmas season 29:03

12d ago29:03

29:03

This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Rundown [Intro] Highlights from Munetaka Murakami's introduction press conference. Why Chris Getz feels this signing continues the momentum his ballclub has been building since the second half. [10:16] Hello, Sean Newcomb. The White Sox signed the veteran left-handed pitcher open to…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout Generation Jones - The Overlooked Generation Between Boomers and Gen X 1:00:30

13d ago1:00:30

1:00:30

In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley takes a deep dive into Generation Jones, the often-overlooked microgeneration born between the Baby Boomers and Generation X. Too young to fully experience the postwar boom and too old to be true Gen X, Generation Jones occupies a unique cultural space shaped by shifting economics, changing social …

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Most Surprising NBA Player Leaps With Tim Legler, Plus NFL Holiday Picks With Joe House 2:13:33

15d ago2:13:33

2:13:33

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Tim Legler to check in on teams around the NBA before discussing the players that are better than you think, how the Celtics are similar to last season's Pacers, and more (3:17). Then, Joe House joins to make their Ringer 107 picks for the week (01:37:03). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Tim Legler and Joe House Pr…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout The Duesenberg - America’s Most Luxurious Car 1:13:30

14d ago1:13:30

1:13:30

In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley explores the legendary Duesenberg car company, the American automaker that redefined luxury, power, and prestige in the early 20th century. From the groundbreaking engineering of the Duesenberg brothers to the jaw-dropping elegance of the Model J, this episode examines how Duesenberg became the ult…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout It’s A Wonderful Levy - An Extra Special Holiday Special 1:41:53

15d ago1:41:53

1:41:53

In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley is joined by special guest The Reverend Bob Levy for a lively, opinionated deep dive into one of the most beloved films in cinema history: It’s a Wonderful Life. Together, they rate and rank the characters from Frank Capra’s 1946 holiday classic, examining heroes, villains, and everyone in between—…

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The Pats Grow Up, Nobody Believes in the Jags, the Bears are a Sports Movie, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal 1:43:17

17d ago1:43:17

1:43:17

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after Drake Maye and the Patriots take down the Ravens to recap Week 16 of the NFL season (2:15). Then, they Guess the Lines for Week 17 and react to the Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul fight before ending with Parent Corner (58:31). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat an…

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Hello, Munetaka Murakami 54:49

15d ago54:49

54:49

This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Rundown [Intro] Our initial reaction to the Chicago White Sox signing Munetaka Murakami [16:24] What Murakami is bringing to the White Sox: big power and a healthy walk rate [20:16] What are Murakami's red flags? Contact rate is eye-opening that drives a high strikeout rate. Is it p…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout All in the Family - The Sitcom That Changed Television Forever 1:48:45

15d ago1:48:45

1:48:45

Few television shows reshaped American culture the way All in the Family did. Debuting in 1971, the groundbreaking sitcom didn’t just entertain — it challenged audiences to confront politics, race, class, gender, and generational divides head-on, all from a modest Queens living room. In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom revisits the cultural…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout Joe Ely - Texas Outlaw Poet, Punk Collaborator, American Original 49:45

16d ago49:45

49:45

Joe Ely is one of the most respected — and quietly influential — figures in American music. From the heart of Texas to international stages, Ely has built a career that bridges outlaw country, folk storytelling, roots rock, and even punk rebellion. In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom explores Joe Ely’s remarkable journey: his deep West Texa…

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A Seahawks-Rams WTF Classic, an NBA Six-Pack, and Week 16 NFL Picks With Peter Schrager 1:23:58

20d ago1:23:58

1:23:58

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Peter Schrager to react to the wild 'TNF' game between the Seahawks and Rams that went to OT before making their Ringer 107 picks for the week (2:00). Then, Bill cracks open a six-pack of buzz-worthy NBA topics including the Clippers, the Christmas matchups, and more! (58:14) Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Peter Sc…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout The Jimmy Hoffa Disappearance - America’s Greatest Mystery 1:09:05

20d ago1:09:05

1:09:05

On July 30, 1975, Jimmy Hoffa vanished from a Detroit suburb — and with him went one of the most enduring mysteries in modern American history. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley examines the facts, theories, and unanswered questions surrounding the disappearance of the powerful Teamsters leader whose influence reached from union ha…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout Star Trek Continues - Finishing The Five Year Mission 1:09:35

19d ago1:09:35

1:09:35

What happens when fans don’t just celebrate a classic series — they complete it? On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley explores Star Trek Continues, the acclaimed fan-produced series that set out to finish the original Star Trek five-year mission with remarkable attention to detail, tone, and storytelling. Created by lifelong Star Trek…

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A Knicks Title, "Whaddya Do?" NBA Teams, the QB Pyramid, and a CFB Playoff Primer With Zach Lowe and Todd McShay 1:51:59

22d ago1:51:59

1:51:59

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe to react to the Knicks winning the NBA Cup against the Spurs (3:02). Then, they discuss the "Whaddya do?" NBA teams around the league (27:27). Finally, Todd McShay joins to break down Bill’s NFL QB pyramid before discussing the teams that need a QB in the draft and much more (01:04:54). Host: Bill Si…

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99 Days Until 2026 Opening Day 50:01

21d ago50:01

50:01

This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Rundown [Intro] A behind the scenes retelling of what it was like being at the MLB Draft Lottery and speaking with White Sox personal afterwards. [10:38] A week after the Winter Meetings, and not much has changed for the White Sox. [14:06] A deep dive into the White Sox new Rule 5 d…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout Tom Waits - The Voice, The Myths & The Music 1:52:30

20d ago1:52:30

1:52:30

Gravel-voiced, genre-defying, and impossible to imitate, Tom Waits stands as one of the most singular artists in American music. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley explores the life, career, and enduring mystique of a performer who turned beat poetry, jazz, blues, vaudeville, and experimental sound into something entirely his own. F…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout Rob Reiner - A Director Who Spanned Genres & Generations 1:07:39

21d ago1:07:39

1:07:39

From sitcom superstardom to one of the most influential directors in Hollywood history, Rob Reiner’s career is a masterclass in creative reinvention. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom explores how Reiner went from playing “Meathead” on All in the Family to directing some of the most beloved films ever made. Reiner’s work spans genres, gen…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout Movie Ratings - Rated, Restricted, and Rewritten 1:53:15

23d ago1:53:15

1:53:15

Why is one film rated PG-13 while another earns an R — and who decides? On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom Gulley dives into the often-misunderstood world of movie ratings, exploring how a system meant to inform parents ended up shaping filmmaking, marketing, and pop culture itself. From the strict moral code of early Hollywood to the crea…

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Oh No Mahomes, Burrow’s Funk, Old Man Rivers, Denver’s Hot Streak, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal 1:45:31

24d ago1:45:31

1:45:31

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the Vikings take down the Cowboys to recap an eventful Week 15 (6:40). Then, they guess the lines for Week 16 before ending with Parent Corner (01:07:56). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Jessie Lopez Michelob ULTRA Courtside could get you closer to the ga…

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Lemme Tell Ya ’Bout The Etch A Sketch - The Toy That Drew A Generation 1:30:55

23d ago1:30:55

1:30:55

Before tablets, before touchscreens, and long before “undo” buttons, there was the Etch A Sketch — a deceptively simple toy that became a cultural icon. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, we explore the surprising history, design brilliance, and lasting legacy of one of the most beloved toys of the 20th century. Invented by French electrician …

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The Fall of the Chiefs (Maybe), SGA Superstar Tips, the Wildes-Greeny Feud, and Week 15 Picks 2:05:43

27d ago2:05:43

2:05:43

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Nick Wright to discuss SGA’s greatness and whether anybody can stop OKC this season (2:56). Then, they talk about the struggling Chiefs, Lamar Jackson, and more! (37:39). Finally, Joe House joins to make their Ringer 107 picks for the week (01:20:22). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Nick Wright and Joe House Produc…

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