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The Ringer-Verse is your go-to nexus podcast feed for all things nerd culture and fandom, featuring: 'The Midnight Boys': Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman react to the latest in fandom and share their instant reactions to the newest nerd culture releases, all while bringing the banter every week. 'Mint Edition': Steve, Jomi, and Jessica Clemons gather every other week to share their unique takes on the movies and shows that are animating the fandom. 'Button Mash': ...
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Every week, The Ringer's Ben Lindbergh and Jason Concepcion delve into the virtual world, discussing the latest video game releases and trends, interviewing industry experts, and exploring fascinating subcultures.
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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about a new contender for the highest bat flip, meet major leaguers (14:28) Ryan Johnson and Alan Roden, and (48:35) answer listener emails about how different baseball would be if losses were free for fans and wins cost extra, whether the Rockies will finish in first before the Dodgers finish in last, whether um…
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The Switch 2, ‘Until Dawn’, and The Video Game Mid-off | Mint Edition
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In this Mint Edition and Button Mash crossover, the guys talk all things Nintendo Switch 2! Later, the guys get into the latest video game to movie adaptation, 'Until Dawn' and more (31:00). Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman Guest: Ben Lindbergh Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad ch…
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Effectively Wild Episode 2313: Great Sports Content
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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about old-pitcher comebacks (or dropoffs), James Wood’s inefficient excellence, Aaron Judge’s potentially unparalleled peak, whether pitching to contact pays, a possible Paul Skenes change, a base-stealing update, private equity’s MLB plans, and Rob Manfred’s feelings on fandom. Audio intro: Tom Rhoads, “Effectiv…
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'The Last of Us' Season 2, Episode 2: The Gamer Guide | Button Mash
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How did Sunday's major moment compare to the video game version? Did [redacted] hit as hard the second time around? And what might some significant changes from ‘The Last of Us Part II’ portend for the rest of the season? Ben and Daniel break down the big twist and the consequential second episode’s other developments from a ‘TLOU’ player’s perspec…
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'Andor' Season 2, Episodes 1-3 Reactions | The Midnight Boys
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The Boys are back and they’re diving into 'Andor' Season 2 head first! Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Effectively Wild Episode 2312: A Return to Current Events
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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about EW’s Ella Black series and catch up on topics they missed during the week away from regular episodes, including: some struggling teams (including the Orioles and Braves), Cal Raleigh’s (and David Rubenstein’s) bobbleheads, an Atlanta kerfuffle involving Brian Snitker, Ronald Acuña Jr., and Jarred Kelenic, r…
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The Big Moment Reactions: The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 2 | The Midnight Boys
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The Boys are here to talk about Season 2, Episode 2 of ‘The Last of Us.’ The episode is one of the most shocking episodes of television we’ve seen in a while! Intro (0:00) Spoilers ahead (3:43) Initial reactions (5:07) The big moment (10:46) The aftermath (37:29) Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Ze…
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Reactions to Sinners | The Midnight Boys
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The Boys are back to give you all of their thoughts on Ryan Coogler’s latest film, ‘Sinners.’ Intro (0:00) Spoilers Ahead (2:08) Initial Reactions (5:40) Character Analysis (13:23) Nitpicks (45:47) Midnight Meter (58:58) Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, Jon Jones, and Ste…
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Effectively Wild Episode 2311: Only a Woman: Ella Black, Lost and Found (Part 3–Ella’s Legacy)
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Ella Black was the first woman to write about baseball for a national publication—if her name was Ella Black, and if she was a woman. On Ella Black: Lost and Found, a three-part scripted series from Effectively Wild, Ben Lindbergh explores what we know about the enigmatic trailblazer and tries to solve some of the mysteries that have surrounded her…
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'The Last of Us' Season 2 Premiere: The Gamer Guide | Button Mash
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Ben and Daniel Chin begin their weekly Button Mash breakdowns of 'The Last of Us' Season 2 from the perspective of longtime 'The Last of Us' players. First, they describe their experiences with the games, recap the biggest changes Season 1 made to the original 'The Last of Us,' and discuss why 'The Last of Us Part II' poses a greater adaptation cha…
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Daredevil: Born Again Season Finale | The Midnight Boys
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The Boys are back to give you all of their thoughts on the finale of 'Daredevil: Born Again' and to discuss whether Disney+ landed the plane. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices.…
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Effectively Wild Episode 2310: Only a Woman: Ella Black, Lost and Found (Part 2–Ella’s Season)
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Ella Black was the first woman to write about baseball for a national publication—if her name was Ella Black, and if she was a woman. On Ella Black: Lost and Found, a three-part scripted series from Effectively Wild, Ben Lindbergh explores what we know about the enigmatic trailblazer and tries to solve some of the mysteries that have surrounded her…
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Effectively Wild Episode 2309: Only a Woman: Ella Black, Lost and Found (Part 1–Ella’s Legend)
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Ella Black was the first woman to write about baseball for a national publication—if her name was Ella Black, and if she was a woman. On Ella Black: Lost and Found, a three-part scripted series from Effectively Wild, Ben Lindbergh explores what we know about the enigmatic trailblazer and tries to solve some of the mysteries that have surrounded her…
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Reactions to The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 1 | The Midnight Boys
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The Boys are back to discuss one of the most anticipated shows of the year: ‘The Last of Us.’ They dive into the Season 2 premiere and examine character relationships and Joel’s role as a father figure. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Producti…
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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the acceptable circumstances (if any) for a bobblehead of a team owner, the Grand Junction Jackalopes belatedly embracing their destiny as the “Chubs,” and more, then (29:35) review and discuss the Netflix documentary The Clubhouse: A Year with the Red Sox, followed by a tease for an upcoming Effectively Wi…
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Effectively Wild Episode 2307: The Best Worst Game
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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s big bonus, Edmundo Sosa’s beginner’s home run robbery, how much of a difference depth makes, and the relative levels of alarm about the shoulder injuries of Reynaldo López, Victor Robles, and Blake Snell. Then (49:14) they talk to MLB.com’s Michael Clair about what it was like to att…
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Is the Old Daredevil Back? Daredevil: Born Again Episode 8 Reactions | The Midnight Boys
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The Boys are back to discuss the newest episode of ‘Daredevil: Born Again,’ which might be the best episode to date! They examine what’s going on in Matt’s head and how the reintroduction of Bullseye might be the shot in the arm that the show needed. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonat…
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'A Minecraft Movie' and 'South of Midnight' Reactions | Button Mash
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Ben brings on Steve Ahlman and Jomi Adeniran to break down the box office phenomenon that is 'A Minecraft Movie': the memes, the theatrical experience, and, yes, the movie itself. Then, after Ben and Jomi rant about being betrayed by the Season 4 finale of 'Mythic Quest' (36:57), Van Lathan and Jessica Clemons come on to discuss the new Deep South–…
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Effectively Wild Episode 2306: Extension Tension
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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about umpires’ surprising preference for full ABS, Rob Manfred’s take on torpedo bats, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s $500 million extension, players’ frugal behaviors, precedents for Dennis Santana’s short pants, the Giants’ new City Connect jerseys, and (1:14:31) the Dodgers’ White House trip. Audio intro: Benny and a…
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Minecraft, ‘The Last of Us’ and The Game Adaptations We Want | Mint Edition
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Jomi and Steve are joined by Jessica Clemons for another addition of here comes the pitch! In celebration of 'The Last of Us' season 2 and 'A Minecraft Movie,' the squad is pitching their best video game adaptations. Host: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman Guest: Jessica Clemons Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal …
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Effectively Wild Episode 2305: How Low Can it Go?
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In a grab-bag episode, Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the low league BABIP early in the season, the most interesting standings developments so far (with emphases on the Dodgers, Padres, Braves, and AL Central), Atlanta re-re-re-re-re-re-re-re-acquiring Jesse Chavez, early attendance issues for the A’s, (team-friendly?) extensions for Jac…
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Nintendo Direct and Switch 2 Hands-On Reactions | Button Mash
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Ben and Matt James dissect all the news from Nintendo’s long-awaited full unveiling of the Switch 2, from the announcements on the Nintendo Direct livestream to the in-person, hands-on event that Ben attended. First, they give their verdicts on whether the much-hyped Nintendo Direct fulfilled expectations. Then, they list their likes and dislikes f…
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Spiderman 4 Nerd News and Daredevil: Born Again Episode 7 Reactions | The Midnight Boys
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The Boys are back to discuss the newest episode of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ (9:15), as well as give you their reactions to the latest news in the nerd-verse including the ‘Spiderman 4’ title release (54:41). Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Prod…
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Effectively Wild Episode 2304: You Say Suspension, I Say Extension
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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about several oddities of the early season, including pitcher Ryne Nelson’s single and a drone encounter with an A’s bat boy, then discuss Jurickson Profar’s PED suspension, Garrett Crochet’s extension, and Jonathan Lucroy‘s reaction to Roki Sasaki’s apparent post-start tears, before bantering about whether full …
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Effectively Wild Episode 2303: Bat After This
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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley have an in-depth discussion on all aspects of the sport’s topic du jour: torpedo/bowling-pin/juggling-pin(?) bats. They also banter (59:58) about the abysmal beginning of Rafael Devers’s season, Aaron Judge’s interviews, MLB’s attempt to make up for its MLB.TV outage, the vibes at Blue Jays games, Willson Contreras eati…
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Forward March! Join your favorite Ringer-Verse and House of R hosts and friends as they gush about geek content in the latest installment of their monthly mini-pod about fandom favorites from TV, anime, movies, video games, books, comics, and beyond that were (mostly) released recently but not yet covered in-depth on a full-length episode. This tim…
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