Best Slate Studios Podcasts (2021)

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The Press Box

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Katie Couric and the Cult of Sports Longform 40:40

31m ago40:40

40:40

Bryan and David talk through details of Katie Couric’s memoir such as how she withheld insensitive comments from an interview with Ruth Bader Ginsburg and how the media pitted Couric against other women in the industry (4:35). Then, they dissect Lindsey Adler’s tweet that addresses the repercussions of highlighting longform journalism and discuss h…

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The Press Box

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Media Movies: ‘The French Dispatch’ With Sean Fennessey 52:12

8m ago52:12

52:12

In preparation for the new Wes Anderson film, Bryan is joined by Sean Fennessey to break down the ‘The French Dispatch.’ They discuss all three features portrayed in the film and touch on how it stacks up among journalism movies. Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Sean Fennessey Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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INDIE FOCUS with the Mary D. Fisher Theatre's Patrick Schweiss, Presented by Spotlight Cinema Networks 45:09

3h ago45:09

45:09

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss Halloween Kills box office numbers, the disappointing receipts of The Last Duel, the performance of the international market, Disney’s latest round of release date changes, and the forecast of several of this weekend’s new …

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The Press Box

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Twenty Years of ‘PTI’ and Nick Kristof Is Running for Governor? 56:58

1d ago56:58

56:58

Bryan and David discuss the 20-year anniversary of 'Pardon the Interruption' and highlight the layout of the show, the chemistry between Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser, and touch on how the show has changed the sports talk landscape (7:05). Later, they break down Nick Kristof’s decision to leave his job at The New York Times to run for governor…

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The Press Box

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How to be a Music Critic With The New Yorker’s Kelefa Sanneh 1:25:09

5d ago1:25:09

1:25:09

Bryan and David break down the recent NFL/NBA Insider controversy and touch on recent news involving Adam Schefter sharing an unpublished story with a source (0:40). Later, Bryan is joined by music critic Kelefa Sanneh to discuss how he got his start, what it’s like discovering and writing music criticism for a new genre, and what we can learn from…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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Bond is Back with No Time to Die and Interview with Everyman's Serena Gill 32:06

12d ago32:06

32:06

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the global performance of Venom: Let There Be Carnage and No Time To Die, and their box office predictions for this week—with several new titles set to hit the big screen. And in line with new film releases, the team goes o…

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The Press Box

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The Bad Art Friend and Covering Urban Meyer 1:01:10

9d ago1:01:10

1:01:10

Bryan and David break down Robert Kolker's story "Who Is the Bad Art Friend?" and weigh in on the moral arguments posed by the story (6:48). Later, they discuss how the media covered the Urban Meyer video (38:55) and answer more Listener Mail. Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline. Hosts…

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The Press Box

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How to Be a Sports Radio Host With Ryen Russillo 1:09:38

12d ago1:09:38

1:09:38

Bryan is joined by The Ringer’s Ryen Russillo to discuss his career as a sports radio host dating back to his time at 1510 The Zone in Boston (1:53), his transition from local to national radio (42:54), and the differences between hosting a radio show and hosting a podcast (52:06). Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Ryen Russillo Associate Producer: Erika C…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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Venom and Bond Break Pandemic Records and CineEurope Recap, Presented by Cinionic 50:59

19d ago50:59

50:59

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the weekend’s box office with Venom: Let There Be Carnage opening at $90M domestically and now the top grossing film in the pandemic, The Addams Family 2 coming in second, and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings leaving the top spo…

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The Press Box

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The Fall of Ozy and the Return of Jon Stewart 1:06:27

15d ago1:06:27

1:06:27

Bryan and David talk through the timeline of Ozy Media and touch on what led to its collapse (5:25) before discussing how the return of Jon Stewart and his new Apple TV+ show could be received in the modern media landscape (29:02). Plus: "Only in Journalism" Words, Overworked Twitter Jokes of the Week, and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun H…

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The Press Box

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Eric Schlosser on the 20th Anniversary of 'Fast Food Nation' 1:11:53

19d ago1:11:53

1:11:53

Bryan is joined by journalist and author Eric Schlosser to discuss the 20th anniversary of his book ‘Fast Food Nation.’ They talk through the process of turning his magazine story into a book (2:49), discuss what it was like reporting on the fast food industry from talking to the founder of Carl's Jr. to going undercover at a slaughterhouse (30:20)…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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CineEurope 2021 Preview with UNIC's Laura Houlgatte-Abbott and Phil Clapp, Presented by Cinionic 34:55

26d ago34:55

34:55

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the weekend box office numbers, as Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings surpasses Black Widow as the highest-grossing movie of the pandemic era while Dear Evan Hansen disappoints in its debut. Shawn Robbins shares his latest box off…

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The Press Box

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The Cult of Jen Psaki and the Era of Mass Fame 47:51

23d ago47:51

47:51

Bryan and David dissect Chris Hayes’s piece in The New Yorker, "On the Internet, We’re Always Famous." They discuss how the internet has changed our social life and talk through how it's brought us to an “era of mass fame” (0:31). Then, they talk about the cult of Jen Psaki and her role as both White House press secretary and social media sensation…

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The Press Box

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Gabby Petito Coverage, ESPN and Gambling, and a Terrible Emmys Question 42:02

26d ago42:02

42:02

Bryan and David open up the mailbag and answer your Listener Mail. They talk through the Gabby Petito coverage (5:15), weigh in on ESPN’s high-profile employees investing in gambling (14:00), discuss how members of the media consume content (30:35), and much more! Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Straine…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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INDIE FOCUS with Flix Brewhouse's Matthew Baizer, Presented by Spotlight Cinema Networks 42:31

1M ago42:31

42:31

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle discuss the weekend box office numbers, with Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings soon to pass Black Widow as the highest-grossing movie of the pandemic. In this month’s Indie Focus interview, Daniel and Rebecca talk to Matthew Baizer of Fli…

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The Press Box

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How Does Bob Woodward Do It? Plus: Politico and “Off the Record.” 53:52

1M ago53:52

53:52

David Shoemaker is a married man! After discussing the nuptials, Bryan and David touch on ‘Peril,’ the latest Bob Woodward book, co-authored by Robert Costa (6:00). Then they dive into Politico’s "OFF THE RECORD" debacle (25:30) and charging a fee to be on podcasts (34:22). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses t…

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The Press Box

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Listener Mail on the Rules of Journalism, Elizabeth Holmes’s Trial, and an In-Season ‘Hard Knocks’ 47:12

1M ago47:12

47:12

Bryan and David answer your Listener Mail and discuss how the rules of journalism are approached (0:36), react to the reporting about the “concerned citizen” at Elizabeth Holmes’s trial (21:42), touch on what an in-season version of 'Hard Knocks' could look like (29:21), and much more! Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemak…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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Disney Commits Remaining 2021 Slate to Theatrical 27:09

1M ago27:09

27:09

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle discuss the weekend box office numbers with Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings still holding the number one spot with $35.8 million earnings on its second week. They also talk about Disney’s announcement on the theatrical exclusivity of th…

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The Press Box

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Peyton and Eli Manning Do 'Monday Night Football' 43:07

1M ago43:07

43:07

Bryan is joined by The Ringer's Kevin Clark to break down Peyton and Eli Manning's 'Monday Night Football' broadcast. They discuss the chemistry between the brothers, talk through which elements were a hit or miss, and predict how this type of broadcast could impact broadcast television moving forward. Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Kevin Clark Associat…

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The Press Box

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NFL Media Overreactions? Plus, Listener Mail on Newscaster Pronunciations and Overused Headlines. 43:39

1M ago43:39

43:39

Bryan and David recap Week 1 NFL media reactions and address the self-aware overreactions (5:23). Then they answer more Listener Mail and discuss newscaster pronunciations (22:10), overused headlines (25:06), and the transition to digital edition covers in journalism (33:21). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses…

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The Press Box

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Listener Mail on Hatchet Jobs, Trump’s Sports Commentary, and the NFL Network Adding Rachel Bonnetta and Gambling 59:10

1M ago59:10

59:10

Bryan and David answer your Listener Mail and talk through the piece “The Dying Art of the Hatchet Job” (0:35), touch on former president Trump providing an alternate audio feed for the Holyfield-Belfort fight (40:12), and discuss the news that Rachel Bonnetta will join the NFL Network and focus on legalized sports betting content (43:29). Plus, th…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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Shang-Chi Breaks Labor Day Record; Interview with the Directors of STXfilms' Queenpins 37:19

2M ago37:19

37:19

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the $75.5M box office gross for Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, a record for Labor Day weekend and the third-highest September release ever. In the feature segment, Daniel talks to Aron Gaudet and Gita Pullapilly…

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The Press Box

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James B. Stewart and Tom Junod on Writing About 9/11 1:12:42

2M ago1:12:42

1:12:42

Twenty years have passed since 9/11. Writers Tom Junod and James B. Stewart stop by to remember and reflect on the events of that day. Bryan talks with Stewart to discuss his 2002 New Yorker piece, "The Real Heroes Are Dead," which follows Rick Rescorla—former soldier, officer, security specialist, and hero who helped save thousands of lives on 9/1…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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Peterborough Community Theatre Introduces Vax-Only Screenings with “Safer Sundays” 32:36

2M ago32:36

32:36

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle discuss the box office performance of Candyman and predictions for Labor Day weekend release Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’, the first MCU film to debut exclusively in theaters since the start of the pandemic. In the feature segment, Daniel and Rebe…

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The Press Box

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Covering Hurricane Ida 34:55

2M ago34:55

34:55

Bryan and David break down the ongoing coverage of Hurricane Ida as they discuss how social media and new technology are being used to relay footage and enhance reporting. Then, they weigh in on how these clips and updates are circulating throughout the news. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more abo…

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The Press Box

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Listener Mail on Rachel Nichols, Stephen A. Smith, and the Future of Sports Coverage 57:05

2M ago57:05

57:05

Bryan and David open up the mailbag and answer your Listener Mail. They discuss the removal of Rachel Nichols from NBA programming (0:38), talk through Stephen A. Smith’s vision for ESPN (8:55), weigh in on 'Monday Night Football' coverage for the upcoming season (22:20), and more! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Associate Producer: Erika C…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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CinemaCon: ICA's Rich Daughtridge and UDITOA's John Vincent on Independent Cinemas' Fight for Survival 1:02:33

2M ago1:02:33

1:02:33

A recap of a busy final day at CinemaCon 2021, which included studio presentations from Lionsgate and Paramount, Tom Cruise riding a motorcycle off a cliff, and a major filmmaker slamming day-and-date releases. The episode concludes with a pair of interviews with independent exhibitors: Rich Daughtridge, president of the Independent Cinema Alliance…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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CinemaCon: Global Executive Roundtable with Cinépolis, Cineworld, Paramount, and Universal 1:27:33

2M ago1:27:33

1:27:33

Full insights and analysis from Universal, Neon, Focus Features, and Disney’s studio presentations at CinemaCon. Followed by an interview with Dolby’s Jed Harmsen and exclusive audio of CinemaCon’s Executive Roundtable Panel, “Globally Speaking: A Look at the International Market,” featuring Mooky Greidinger (CEO, Cineworld & Regal), Alejandro Rami…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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CinemaCon: Cinépolis COO Miguel Mier on the Challenges Facing the Latin American Cinema Industry 48:32

2M ago48:32

48:32

Full insights and analysis from Tuesday’s State of the Industry speech and studio presentations from Warner Bros. and MGM/UA Presentation Recaps. Interview with Miguel Mier (COO, Cinepolis).By Boxoffice Pro

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The Press Box

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When Will Sports TV Start Sounding More Like a Podcast? 49:21

2M ago49:21

49:21

Bryan and David discuss the question: When will sports TV start to sound more like a podcast? They weigh in on the difference between the television and podcast art forms and the difference between the spheres of fame on both platforms. Then they talk through the evolution of television. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Associate Producer: E…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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CinemaCon: Marcus Theatres CEO and NATO Chairman Rolando Rodriguez on Connecting with Audiences and Embracing Inclusivity 55:19

2M ago55:19

55:19

Opening day recap: global executive roundtable and Sony’s CinemaCon presentation. An interview with Rolando Rodriguez (Chairman, NATO & CEO, Marcus Theatres).By Boxoffice Pro

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Boxoffice Podcast

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CinemaCon: MPA's Charlie Rivkin and NATO’s John Fithian on the Cinema Recovery Effort 44:18

2M ago44:18

44:18

CinemaCon Preview and Interview with John Fithian (President & CEO, NATO) and Charles Rivkin (Chairman & CEO, Motion Picture Association).By Boxoffice Pro

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The Press Box

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Claire McNear on Her ‘Jeopardy!’ Reporting. Plus, Listener Mail. 41:47

2M ago41:47

41:47

Bryan and David are joined by Ringer writer Claire McNear to unpack her story about recently chosen and now-ex ‘Jeopardy!’ host Mike Richards (0:30). They break down Claire’s reporting, discuss the response she received to the piece, and touch on what will come next in the ongoing saga that is the search for the next ‘Jeopardy!’ host. Later, Listen…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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Kinema Brings a Social Cinema Focus to the World of Exhibition 36:49

2M ago36:49

36:49

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins discuss the opening weekend of Free Guy, next week’s upcoming events–both film releases and CinemaCon—and Disney’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings sticking to a 45-day theatrical exclusivity window. In the interview segment, Rebecca ta…

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The Press Box

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The Fall of Afghanistan With ‘Reign of Terror’ Author Spencer Ackerman 39:26

2M ago39:26

39:26

Bryan Curtis is joined by author and journalist Spencer Ackerman to break down his new book ‘Reign of Terror’ and to discuss recent news and events involving the United States leaving Afghanistan. They cover the 20-year “War on Terror,” weigh in on the decision Biden and his administration made to pull out of Afghanistan, and talk through the Unite…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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INDIE FOCUS with Look Dine-In Cinemas' Brian Schultz, Presented by Spotlight Cinema Networks 33:38

2M ago33:38

33:38

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle discuss the opening weekend of The Suicide Squad along with other top films in the box office. Brain Schultz of Look Dine-In Cinemas joins the team to talk about his new dine-in theater initiative, the changes the exhibition industry will deal with post-COVID, …

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The Press Box

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Andrew Cuomo Resigns With New York Mag Contributor David Freedlander 29:35

2M ago29:35

29:35

Bryan Curtis is joined by New York Magazine contributor David Freedlander to discuss the news that New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has resigned. They break down the events that led up to his resignation, the way in which Cuomo’s team decided to handle the news, and how this affects New York’s political climate. Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: David Freedl…

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The Press Box

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Unpacking the Cuomo Scandal 35:17

3M ago35:17

35:17

Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker dive deeper into the ongoing saga involving brothers Andrew and Chris Cuomo. They discuss Governor Andrew Cuomo’s stance on resigning as inquiries into accounts of sexual harassment continue (6:25). Then, they weigh in on Chris Cuomo’s decision to take a “previously scheduled vacation” during this time, as well as C…

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The Press Box

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Chris Cuomo, Reinventing the NBA Draft, and the Olympics Viewing Nightmare 47:48

3M ago47:48

47:48

Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker answer your Listener Mail! They unpack Chris Cuomo’s role at CNN as the inquiries into accounts of sexual harassment by his brother, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, continue (6:15), talk through the reinvention of the NBA draft (15:02), and discuss how to watch the Olympics (27:42). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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Vaccine Passports at the Movies 26:21

3M ago26:21

26:21

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle discuss Scarlett Johansson’s against Disney over the day-and-date release of Black Widow. Rebecca also recaps the latest edition of the WIE webinar series with insights from future leaders of exhibition. In the feature segment, Daniel and Rebecca discuss the ne…

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The Press Box

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The New Gawker and Leon Neyfakh on the 'Fiasco' Podcast 46:35

3M ago46:35

46:35

Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker break down Gawker 2.0 and discuss how it compares to the older site (0:35). Then, host of the 'Fiasco' podcast, Leon Neyfakh, joins to talk about the new season that dives deeper into Benghazi (6:22). Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Guest: Leon Neyfakh Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about you…

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The Press Box

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Simone Biles, NFL Training Camps, and Bob Costas on His New HBO Show 1:13:35

3M ago1:13:35

1:13:35

Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker answer some listener questions about the media's reaction to Simone Biles, the new dateline approach for NFL beat reporters, and a lot more (4:05). Then Bryan is joined by Bob Costas to discuss his new HBO Show 'Back on the Record,' his famous interviews with Vince McMahon, and his favorite parts of hosting the Olym…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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Jungle Cruise Producers on the Hybrid Release Model; Giants of Premium Format Panel Reca 33:36

3M ago33:36

33:36

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle recap the most recent box office numbers and news from Disney before shifting to an interview with Jungle Cruise producers John Davis and John Fox, who discuss the film’s hybrid release model and the presence—or lack thereof—of concrete numbers by which to meas…

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The Press Box

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Watching the Olympics and Slate’s Josh Levin 52:24

3M ago52:24

52:24

Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker start by going through all their media notes about the Olympics (4:48). Then Slate's Josh Levin joins to talk about his new podcast, 'One Year,' (20:04) and Levin helps David guess this week's Strained-Pun Headline (45:10). Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Guest: Josh Levin Production Assistant: Isaiah Blakel…

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The Press Box

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'Monday Night Football,' Peyton Manning, Space Porn, and Brian Raftery on 'Siskel & Ebert' 1:14:17

3M ago1:14:17

1:14:17

Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker open up the mailbag and answer your listener mail. They touch on the ESPN announcement that the Manning brothers will cohost a 'Monday Night Football' telecast (5:40), discuss Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson heading to space (15:52), and weigh in on Addison Rae’s short-lived UFC journalism career (20:56). Later, Bria…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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INDIE FOCUS with Cinema Lab's Brandon Jones, Presented by Spotlight Cinema Networks 40:50

3M ago40:50

40:50

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about Black Widow’s second box office weekend and NATO’s statement on Disney’s hybrid release strategy. In the main segment, Daniel and Rebecca sit down with Brandon Jones to discuss Cinema Lab’s continuous effort to revitalize moviegoing i…

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The Press Box

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Mirin Fader on 'Giannis: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP' 33:19

3M ago33:19

33:19

David Shoemaker is joined by Ringer writer Mirin Fader to discuss her new book, 'Giannis: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP.' They talk about the process of converting her original feature story into a book, how Giannis’s free agency affected the timeline, and what it's like publishing a book in real time as Giannis is currently in the NBA Finals. …

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The Press Box

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Bill Walton on David Halberstam’s “The Breaks of the Game” 1:09:48

3M ago1:09:48

1:09:48

Bryan Curtis is joined by NBA Hall of Famer Bill Walton to discuss David Halberstam’s book “The Breaks of the Game,” about the 1979-1980 Portland Trail Blazers. They discuss Walton’s relationship with Halberstam, his experience playing with the Trail Blazers, and why Walton has not yet read the book. Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Bill Walton Associate …

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The Press Box

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Listener Mail on ESPN, the White House Press Corps, and Watching the Olympics 57:46

3M ago57:46

57:46

Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker are answering your listener mail about the ongoing saga inside ESPN (7:35), the lack of information coming from the White House press corps (15:48), their Olympics viewing plans (32:50), and whether or not David calls Bryan “babe” (47:02). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the…

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Boxoffice Podcast

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Black Widow’s Theatrical Release Breaks Pandemic Record at $80.3M 23:05

3M ago23:05

23:05

In this week’s episode of The Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Shawn Robbins talk about Black Widow’s opening weekend and assess how its hybrid model may have affected its box office as well as the potential of the future of the MCU. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://for…

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