Best Nik Hawks Podcasts (2025)

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White Sox SHOCK MLB, sign Japanese star Munetaka Murakami | Episode 99 46:51

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🚨EMERGENCY PODCAST 🚨 The White Sox stunned the baseball world on Sunday, signing Japanese superstar Munetaka Murakami to a two-year, $34M deal. In this episode, Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Brett Haffner react to the shocking Murakami signing, explain how the White Sox pulled it off, and discuss what it means for the rebuild, the lineup, and the …

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White Sox WIN 2026 MLB Draft Lottery! Winter Meetings Reactions & Free Agent Rumors | Episode 98 47:30

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The White Sox just landed the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft — and our crew is here to break down everything it means for the future of the franchise. In this episode, Duke, Jordan, Nik, and Michael react to the White Sox winning the 2026 MLB Draft lottery, discuss why Roch Cholowsky is viewed as a true “slam-dunk” top pick, and compare h…

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'I'd Be a Bum if I Said No'. Dave Gibson on how Hawke's Brewing went from a crazy idea to Australia's nature-helping beer. 42:18

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What if you could help your home planet 🌳 by simply sitting on your bum, enjoying a beer🍺? That's the good idea behind Hawke's Brewing. Started as a crazy conversation between two mates asking each other who they'd most like to enjoy a beer with, Hawke's Brewing is not just a great beer, it's a great way to fund nature too - and one that came from …

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'If You Can Ski It, You Can Be It'. Maria Baker on how Nobody's Princess gives females of every shape and size confidence to hit the slopes. 1:06:06

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Here's a sad stat: according to Suncorp 2019 Australian Youth Confidence Report around half of teenage girls stop playing sports by age 15 and confidence is one of the main reasons why. It's not just teens either. New mums often find sports clothes don't fit like they used to, and even twenty somethings who don't fit the 'model' body simply come to…

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'Here Comes the Sun.' Bill McKibben on 350.org, Third Act and how the global shift to renewables is changing the climate conversation faster than anyone imagined. 49:23

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You may have read the news stories: in 2025 renewables ⚡️🌞 overtook coal as the world's #1 energy source, for the first time ever. This is clearly good news, but how good? 🤨 And why is it happening and what does it mean for the future of climate and life on our home planet? 🌏 If anyone knows, it's probably Bill McKibben. As co-founder of 350.org, f…

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'Untrash the Planet'. Joss, Nik and the incredible story of Good Citizens Eyewear. 1:16:30

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What would you do if the kids came home and accused you, well all adults, of trashing our home planet? Nik took it as a call to arms, putting together a pitch to wife Joss and, in doing so, started the ball rolling one what has to be one of the most impressive family business stories ever. From a globally coveted display in the window of Selfridges…

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'What if Everything you Bought, Bought a Better World?'. How Maddi and Glenn's GreenPay turns your clicks, taps and transfers into money for nature. 50:26

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Payment gateways might not sound sexy, but when you consider that we Australians make 23 million financial transactions everyday, that's a crazy big opportunity to find a way to help our home planet in a huge way. 💰👉🌏 Maddi and Glenn have a good idea. By building a system that's as good as or better than the one businesses use today, then giving 50…

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White Sox hire their next hitting and pitching coaches | Episode 97 35:50

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Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back to discuss some big news for the White Sox: the team has hired Zach Bove and Derek Shomon as their next pitching coach and hitting coach, respectively. The crew reacts to the hirings by discussing their credentials and what these hirings say about the authority that Ryan Fuller and Brian Bannist…

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'I Don’t Make Mistakes, I Make Compost'. Paul West & Darryl Nichols on why growing food is awesome and how to get more people doing it. 1:06:30

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Growing your own food is awesome 🥦🍓🫑. It's good for you, good for community and good for the planet 🌏. So why isn't everyone doing it? Turns out many of us think don't have the space, don't know how, or don't want that awful feeling of 'I tried, it died'. Paul West, Darryl Nichols and Andrew Valder have a good idea. They make it easy to begin by se…

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'How are You? Out of 10?' Talk Club's Ben Akers on how two simple questions can help stop men's suicide. 56:43

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If you're a male under 50, the thing most likely to kill you is you. It's a sobering statistic, and one that has a lot to do with feeling trapped, alone and like there’s no-one to talk to. When Ben Akers lost his closest childhood friend, Steve, to suicide it started a journey that co-created Talk Club, a simple idea to get men talking more - and h…

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Recapping the 2025 White Sox season | Episode 96 51:30

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Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Brett Haffner are wrapping up the 2025 White Sox season in the midst of far more fun postseason play. The crew reviews their preseason predictions for the White Sox while finding one word to describe the year, whether the number of losses truly matters, and confidence in Will Venable as the team's manager moving forwa…

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'Wake Up and Smell the Coffee Cups'. Saxon Wright on how Borrow by Huskee is keeping your coffee cup out of landfill. 44:05

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What if we could eliminate the 1.8 billion disposable coffee cups Australians send to landfill every year? That's exactly what Saxon Wright is working towards with Borrow by Huskee, a revolutionary reusable cup system that's making sustainability not just possible, but convenient. The journey begins with Wright's origins as founder of Pablo & Rusty…

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Will Venable shakes up his coaching staff | Episode 95 33:10

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Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Michael Suareo are your crew for Episode 95, covering the breaking news of the White Sox' decision to part ways with pitching coach Ethan Katz, hitting coach Marcus Thames, catching coach Drew Butera, and first base coach Jason Bourgeois while re-assigning Grady Sizemore. The crew gives their thoughts on the decisions…

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Live at Rate Field with Connor McKnight, John Schriffen, and Brooks Boyer | Episode 94 1:09:25

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As part of Fan Appreciation Day 2025, the White Sox invited Sox On 35th down to Rate Field for some live interviews! Hear from Connor McKnight, John Schriffen, and Brooks Boyer about a variety topics about themselves, the White Sox, and the future on the South Side. Also head over to our YouTube page to see the video version of each of the intervie…

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'Fashion Made of Food'. How Alt.Leather's Tina Funder is turning waste into the world's first fully functional plant-based leather. 44:15

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Chances are you’ve owned a pair of leather shoes, but have you ever stopped to consider their—excuse the pun—footprint? As we all know, leather comes from cows and cows contribute to climate change through their burps and farts and the deforestation that often occurs to give them land to live on. If that’s not enough, the tanning process causes dam…

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Winning in the AL Central, Teel/Montgomery, and Hawk-isms | Episode 93 49:15

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Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are keeping you up to date with all things White Sox as this season quickly comes to a close! The White Sox are fresh off winning 6 of 7 from two of their division rivals. Is this a sign of things to come for the future? How does the White Sox' future stack up against the Twins? And if you had to choose,…

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'Community is the Antidote to Consumerism'. Andrew, Babs & Barry Du Bois on how community & connection make Garage Sale Trail Australia's #1 day of reuse. 1:09:17

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How much stuff have you got in your life? Go on, count it in your mind… Every book, pot and pan, every sock and pair of jeans. The couch, the stuff behind the couch. And so much more. According to the LA Times, the average US home contains around 300,000 items. Most of us don’t need most of it, but we still buy more, using up our home planet’s reso…

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September callups, Montgomery's breakout, and Retire 79? | Episode 92 55:35

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Duke Coughlin and Jordan Lazowski are joined by Sox On 35th Senior Contributor Tim Moran as the calendar flips to September and the White Sox win their 50th game! With September call ups seemingly underwhelming, the crew talks about the overall philosophy of the roster at current. How can the Sox best ensure they use September to get valuable reps …

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Top 30 Prospect Updates, Player Development, 2026 Roster Talk | Episode 91 52:00

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Jordan Lazowski and Nik Gaur are joined by Michael Suareo with the MiLB season nearing its completion. Michael talks about his updates to his Top 30 White Sox Prospects list (coming soon!) and some of the key risers and fallers within the system. With all the positives throughout the system, the crew discusses whether they trust the White Sox' hitt…

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'The Art of Making the Environment Fun'. Natalie Kyriacou on changing systems and inspiring hearts and minds to open up to the wonders of our home planet. 57:01

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It has been said that all change starts with mindset. And that to solve the environmental challenges of this world, we first need to people to believe that the environment does matter, a better world is possible, and all those excuses for why renewable energy or protection of our wild places can't happen are just that excuses. Natalie Kyriacou is m…

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'Ocean Plastics into Ocean Toys'. How Rikki Gilbey and Lucy Jackson built a successful brand by pioneering a new way of turning plastics into products. 59:48

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Plastic is a global problem. Since 1950 it’s estimated that together we humans have produced over 9 billion tonnes of the stuff - and half of that in the last 13 years alone. Every piece ever made still exists and much of it makes its way into our oceans, breaking down into microplastics that end up in our food chain and, eventually, us. Lucy Jacks…

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Trade Deadline Reactions and Post-Break Surge | Episode 90 52:50

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The Trade Deadline has come and gone, and Luis Robert Jr. still remains a member of the White Sox. Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur break down this decision and the two trades made by Chris Getz. Were you surprised more guys didn't move? Are you satisfied with the returns for each player? And what's the likelihood Curtis Mead can actual…

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2025 Trade Deadline Preview: Taylor, Robert, and More | Episode 89 56:00

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It's the week of the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline, and Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are previewing the action that might be coming this week on the South Side. They first discuss the improved play on the South Side recently and how the team might sustain it moving forward. What are you going to be looking for from this team once the Trad…

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White Sox 2025 Draft Recap with Tyler Jennings of Just Baseball | Episode 88 36:00

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Vibes are high after a sweep of the Pirates in Pittsburgh and the news that the White Sox will reportedly sign all 20 of their picks from the 2025 MLB Draft! To close out this year's draft, Jordan Lazowski is joined by Tyler Jennings (@TylerJennings24) of Just Baseball (@JustBB_Media) to dive deep into the White Sox' 2025 draft strategy, exploring …

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One Half Down, One to Go in 2025 | Episode 87 41:10

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In this episode, Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur dive into the highs and lows of the Chicago White Sox's season so far. From veteran surprises to young prospects making their mark, we cover it all: First Half Vibes Biggest Positive/Negative Surprises What to Watch For in the Second Half Tune in for an in-depth analysis and some fun abo…

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White Sox 2025 Draft Preview, Paying Respects to Bobby Jenks | Episode 86 43:50

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The 2025 MLB Draft is just a few days away, and to get you ready, Jordan Lazowski and Nik Gaur are joined by Sox On 35th's MiLB Managing Editor Michael Suareo. Michael gives you some names to know for the White Sox' pick at #10, as well as discusses what he has heard about what the team's draft strategy might be. Who would be best case scenario? Wh…

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MLB Draft Preview, Colson Montgomery Promoted | Pipeline to 35th 19:38

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In the latest episode of Pipeline to 35th, Michael Suareo is joined by Sox on 35th's newest Minor League contributor, Brendan Gallian, to recap some of the biggest news of the last month. Michael also reacts to Colson Montgomery's promotion to the majors and previews what the White Sox could do in the upcoming MLB Draft. To read our full 2025 White…

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Half-Season Surprises, Fan Behavior, Getz's Spending Habits | Episode 85 42:10

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With the halfway point of the season officially here, Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur bring you more analysis following a weird week of White Sox baseball - on and off the field. They start with the fan incident that occurred during the latest Diamondbacks series. Nik actually sat near the fan who started it all, so he gave us some ins…

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Breaking down promotions in the White Sox farm system | Pipeline to 35th 28:30

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Sox On 35th's Managing Editor of Minor League Content Michael Suareo is back to recap the past month in the White Sox farm system. There's been no shortage of promotions and notable performances from players like Kyle Teel, Noah Schultz, Braden Montgomery and others. Michael breaks down all the latest developments and previews the Dominican Summer …

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Vaughn Trade, Southpaw Tailgate Recap, "Frisky and Fun" Baseball | Episode 84 51:36

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Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back to talk about your "Frisky and Fun" (according to Duke) White Sox. They start by bringing in Brett Haffner to recap the Chicago Sports Bums/Sox On 35th Southpaw's 21st Birthday Tailgate and discuss all the fun activities for anyone who might've missed. Later, the crew discusses the Andrew Vaughn…

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Goodtrepreneur is the podcast about good people with good ideas for a better world. Trailer. 1:52

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A two minute introduction that introduces you to the idea of a Goodtrepreneur and what to expect from this podcast. Goodtrepreneur is the podcast about good people with good ideas for a better world. Please 👀 follow, 👂listen, 🌟 rate and share 📢 to help spread the word and deliver on our mission to inspire and enable more people to create more world…

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CHSN's Brooke Fletcher talks career, White Sox family ties, and more | Episode 83 44:15

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Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are joined this week by CHSN on-field reporter Brooke Fletcher! Brooke talks about how she got into broadcasting and eventually found a home in Chicago, and how her familial ties with the White Sox through her father gave her a unique connection to the South Side. She also talks about what it's like work…

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Talking Tailgating with the Chicago Sports Bums | Episode 82 58:20

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Jordan Lazowski and Brett Haffner are joined by HBIC and South Side Bum of the Chicago Sports Bums Podcast! They start by discussing the summer event you won't want to miss: our joint Sox On 35th/Chicago Sports Bums tailgate that's being thrown June 8th for Southpaw's 21st Birthday! Listen for the latest details about how it all came together and w…

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Tim Elko has Risen from Charlotte and Catholic Mass Bangers Draft | Episode 81 40:50

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Duke Coughlin, Joe Binder, Jordan Lazowski, and Tim Moran conclude "Pope Week" on the South Side with a episode full of fun! Duke, Jordan, and Tim first talk about Tim Elko's promotion and their expectations for what he can bring throughout the year. Are fans' expectations aligned with the reality of his skills? Plus, a roster crunch is coming - co…

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Meet the White Sox fan who sat next to Pope Leo XIV at the World Series | Episode 80 15:15

8M ago15:15

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Jordan Lazowski and Joe Binder return for a special papal edition of the Sox On 35th podcast. The duo welcomes on Eddie Schmit, a White Sox fan whose family's connection led to him sitting next to Pope Leo XIV at Game 1 of the 2005 World Series. Hear from Schmit about his relationship with the pontiff, memories from the game, his reaction to the pa…

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Talking 2025 White Sox with Sean Anderson of CHGO | Episode 79 49:45

8M ago49:45

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Sean Anderson of CHGO White Sox joins the show with Jordan Lazowski and Nik Gaur to talk about the first month of baseball on the South Side in 2025. Sean talks about the latest happenings over at CHGO before getting into the play on the field. He discusses the progress made from rookies Chase Meidroth and Edgar Quero, his mixed feelings on the Cit…

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Recapping the first month of the 2025 MiLB season | Pipeline to 35th 34:22

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In the first Pipeline to 35th episode of 2025, Michael Suareo returns to dive into the top storylines from each White Sox minor league affiliate. He also discusses the recent promotions over the first month of the season and what to expect throughout the season.By Sox On 35th

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Drafting the Best of the 2025 White Sox | Episode 78 58:00

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Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back to talk about another week of White Sox baseball. Are you concerned at all about the starting pitching staff? Is there any hope for a turnaround for Luis Robert Jr? And what are your early impressions of Edgar Quero and Chase Meidroth? The crew answers this and much more. Finally, they have some…

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Early Season Takeaways and MiLB Check In | Episode 77 53:35

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Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are joined this week by Michael Suareo, who helps give an update on the minor league side of things as the major league team struggles. Who are some of the early-season standouts? Who can fans expect to see in Chicago this year? And are there any concerns over Colson Montgomery's slow start? The crew als…

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Same Old Sox? | Episode 76 1:02:40

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Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur begin their weekly breakdown of the 2025 White Sox with today's episode! The team is 2-7, and in many ways, feels like the same team we were watching in 2025. What are the early positive and negative trends they're seeing in the lineup, rotation, and bullpen? How long is the leash for Andrew Vaughn? And …

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Opening Day 2025 is here! | Episode 75 48:55

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It's Opening Day for the White Sox, and Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Tim Moran are here to make their season predictions! They first start by talking about some of the team's initial 26-man roster decisions. Were there any surprises about who they took from camp? And what do you make of all the Tommy John surgeries the White Sox have had early in…

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Ishbia Rumors and Early Spring Takeaways | Episode 74 53:20

10M ago53:20

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Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back with Spring Training games fully underway for the White Sox. Who's impressed, who hasn't, and who will you be watching closely as more games take place in the coming weeks? The crew is definitely pretty impressed by some pitchers... Plus, the crew discusses the latest rumors surrounding the Ishb…

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White Sox Spring Training Preview and 2025 Giveaways Draft | Episode 73 57:45

11M ago57:45

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Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Brett Haffner are getting you ready for the start of the 2025 season this week as Pitchers and Catchers report for the White Sox! Who are some of the names to watch in Spring Training, and what positional battles are most interesting? Finally, what should Will Venable and Chris Getz consider a "successful" Spring Trai…

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Garrett Crochet is shipping up to Boston | Episode 72 55:43

1y ago55:43

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Duke Coughlin, Nik Gaur, and prospect guru Michael Suareo react to the Garrett Crochet trade that brought back four prospects. Hear the crew give their reactions and explain what this means for the White Sox's future outlook. For more info on the trade, check out this article: https://www.soxon35th.com/white-sox-trade-pitcher-garrett-crochet-to-the…

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We're thankful to not be watching White Sox baseball | Episode 71 47:15

1y ago47:15

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Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back to discuss the latest news in White Sox baseball. They start by discussing the hiring of Ryan Fuller as Director of Hitting and what that means for the organization's philosophical approach to hitting moving forward. Later, they discuss the "new and improved" SoxFest and what would attract them …

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Reacting to the White Sox hiring Will Venable | Episode 70 31:40

1y ago31:40

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Duke Coughlin, Nik Gaur, and Jordan Lazowski react to Will Venable's hiring as the franchise's 44th manager. How do you feel about the hire? What does this mean for the organization as a whole? Does this inspire any new faith in Chris Getz? The crew discusses this and more! Editor's Note: This episode is a replay of a live recording of the show on …

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Ep 77: Dave Schipper, Outdoor Gear & Clothing Designer 57:01

1y ago57:01

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"For as long as I can remember, I've made things." Dave Schipper joins us to re-start the pod after I've taken a 5 year hiatus. Dave is a generally rad dude hailing from Moab, Utah, and if you've ever done anything even half-way hardcore in the great outdoors it's reasonably likely you've used a piece of gear he designed. We talk about the paraglid…

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Episode 77: Dave Schipper, Outdoor Gear & Clothing Designer 57:01

1y ago57:01

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"For as long as I can remember, I've made things." Dave Schipper joins us to re-start the pod after I've taken a 5 year hiatus. Dave is a generally rad dude hailing from Moab, Utah, and if you've ever done anything even half-way hardcore in the great outdoors it's reasonably likely you've used a piece of gear he designed. We talk about the paraglid…

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Making fun of our season predictions with Section 108's Beefloaf | Episode 69 1:23:10

1y ago1:23:10

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Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur welcome Beefloaf (@MrDelicious13) of Section 108 (@fromthe108) back on the show as the wrap up the White Sox 2024 season. As a season ticket holder, they first ask Beefloaf about his experience at the ballpark this season, the overall vibe compared to previous seasons, and how he still found joy among al…

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We're All "Sox'd" Out | Episode 68 1:00:45

1y ago1:00:45

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On the evening of the team's record-breaking 121st loss of the season - cementing them as objectively the worst team in modern baseball history - Jordan Lazowski, Brett Haffner, and Tim Moran discuss the feelings this history elicit. Does this loss feel any different to each fan than any of the others? Should it feel different for the players? And …