Best Sox Machine Podcasts (2025)

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2025 Winter Meetings Day 2: Chris Getz sticking with the process 1:02:12

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This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Guest: Mike Ferrin, MLB Network Radio Rundown [Intro] Audio from Chris Getz who holds court in Monday's Winter Meetings. He talks about maintaining the current course, if he believes there's a contending core being built with players currently in hand, and what the White Sox have ac…

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The Chiefs Are Done, Pittsburgh Hates Us, Lamar Is Missing, Guess the Lines, and Some NBA Stuff With Cousin Sal 1:48:47

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the Texans take down the Chiefs to discuss the Chiefs’ slim playoff chances, and to recap Week 14 of the NFL season (3:34). Then, they guess the lines for Week 15 before ending with Parent Corner (57:36). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Mic…

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2025 Winter Meetings Day 1: What we hope to learn from Chris Getz and Will Venable 30:06

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This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Rundown [Intro] The Sox Machine House in Orlando is setup and ready to cover the Winter Meetings. Sharing what we are hoping to learn from Chris Getz and Will Venable in their media scrums. [9:27] Jeff Kent is going to the Hall of Fame, but with Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens missing…

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2025 Winter Meetings Preview 54:05

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This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Rundown [Intro] Hello, Anthony Kay. The Chicago White Sox add to their starting rotation by signing Kay to a two year, $12 million contract ($5 million in 2026, $5 million in 2027, $2 million buyout or $10 million mutual option in 2028). What should White Sox fans expect from Kay, a…

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An NBA Six-Pack, Netflix’s WBD Pursuit, NFL Picks, and John Cena Finally Stops By, With Joe House and Matt Belloni 3:27:58

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to crack open a six-pack of NBA opinions before making their Ringer 107 picks (5:01). Then, Matt Belloni joins to talk about the impending Warner Bros. Discovery sale (01:08:26). Finally, John Cena joins the show to discuss his decision to walk away from WWE, getting his first drink with The Undertak…

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Giannis Trade Advice, Duncan Vs. Kobe, Ohtani Vs. the Babe, the Frugal-ish Yankees, and Life After ‘First Take’ With Max Kellerman 2:36:36

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Max Kellerman to talk about the struggling Clippers and Anthony Davis (3:20). Then, they give Giannis trade advice before discussing the topics Max just missed talking about (40:33). Finally, they talk about life after ‘First Take’, boxing, and much more! (01:51:13). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Max Kellerman Pro…

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The Rejuvenated Cowboys, Most Desperate NFL Teams, Lane Kiffin’s LSU Move, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal, Todd McShay, and Van Lathan 2:05:01

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the Broncos’ OT win against the Commanders to recap Week 13 of the NFL season (2:45). Then, they discuss the teams with the most depressed fan bases before guessing the lines and Parent Corner (25:14). Finally, Todd McShay and Van Lathan joins the pod to react to Lane Kiffin leaving Ole …

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White Sox Old Friends Finding New Homes 48:08

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This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Rundown [Intro] Dylan Cease signs with the Toronto Blue Jays for a seven year, $210 million contract. Our thoughts about the new deal for an old friend of the White Sox, and a look at how well ex-Aces for the franchise have fared after being traded. [19:18] Ethan Katz is joining the…

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Sox Machine on the Radio: James Fegan with Inside The Clubhouse and White Sox Weekly 29:07

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Date: 11/29/2025 Sox Machine's James Fegan joins Inside The Clubhouse on 670 AM the Score, and then White Sox Weekly on ESPN 1000 AM. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Sox Machine

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Murder or Necessity? The Harrowing Tale of the Mignonette 36:48

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The narrative unfolds with the harrowing tale of the Mignonette, a vessel lost at sea in July 1884, where survival instincts collide with moral imperatives. Aboard this ill-fated yacht, a mere four men are left to confront an unspeakable dilemma: if survival necessitates the death of one among them, does that act constitute murder? This episode del…

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Chicago White Sox 2026 ZiPS Projections with Dan Szymborski 1:04:25

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This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Guest: Dan Szymborski, FanGraphs Rundown [Intro] Dan Szymborski of FanGraphs.com joins the podcast to review the 2026 ZiPS projections. Where does ZiPS seeing the most improvement for the White Sox? What metric will be key for Colson Montgomery to make another leap forward in his de…

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An NBA Scoring Boom, NFL Holiday Picks, 'Landman' Is on Fire, the Return of 'Stranger Things,' and the Future of TV With Kirk Goldsberry, Joe House, Chris Ryan, and Zoe Simmons 3:14:11

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is first joined by Kirk Goldsberry to discuss trends around the NBA, top 10 point guards, and lots more! (2:05). Then, Joe House joins to make their Ringer 107 picks for the week before talking about their top three Thanksgiving dishes (01:18:09). After that, Chris Ryan hops on to talk Philadelphia sports and ‘Landman’ (01…

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The Frisky Cowboys, the Next Stafford, KC’s Houdini Act, an NFL Thanks Session, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal 1:39:52

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to recap Week 12 before giving thanks for various things around the NFL (2:15). Then, they guess the lines for Week 13 before ending with Parent Corner (01:09:10). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Michelob ULTRA Courtside could get you closer to the gam…

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Recapping 2025 Arizona Fall League with Jim Callis 1:02:18

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:":This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Guest: Jim Callis, MLB.com Rundown [Intro] Recap of recent MLB transactions as the White Sox re-sign Derek Hill, but let Mike Tauchman, Tim Elko, and Cam Booser go. [3:42] One of the best friends of the show, Jim Callis of MLB.com joins to recap the Arizona Fall League. [6:53] Ho…

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Hell's Half Acre: The Sinister Secrets of the Benders 37:23

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The narrative centers on the Bender family, a seemingly ordinary group who operated a roadside inn in Labet County, Kansas, during the tumultuous period of the early 1870s. While the Benders presented themselves as a welcoming establishment for weary travelers, they concealed a heinous reality: they were, in fact, predators who exploited the lawles…

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White Sox turn in busy week after 40-man deadline 1:01:54

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This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Rundown [Intro] The Chicago White Sox added Tanner McDougal and Duncan Davitt to their 40-man roster this week, and then made two additional trades. Audio from White Sox GM Chris Getz explaining the rationale of his decision-making, and Tanner McDougal expressing his excitement in b…

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The Rockets' Rise and NBA League Pass Rankings With Zach Lowe, Plus Week 12 NFL Picks With Joe House 2:38:13

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe to have an NBA League Pass draft of the most fun teams to watch (2:19). Then, Joe House joins the pod to make their Ringer 107 picks for the week (02:01:30). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Zach Lowe and Joe House Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is brought to you by Apple Watch. Fi…

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The Mailbag Makes a Dramatic Return 1:29:19

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons opens up the mailbag to answer various questions from the listeners (2:14). Host: Bill Simmons Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Get Gameday Deals all season long only on Uber Eats. Order Now. This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Don’t settle for just any insurance when there’s State Farm. The Ringer is commi…

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Catching Up From 2025 GM Meetings 1:00:42

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This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Sox Machine is also helping with the South Side Food Drive to raise donations for the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Every $1 donated is worth three meals. You can join the virtual food drive by donating at this link: https://myfooddrives.org/team/782427 Rundown [Intro] Tuesday, N…

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Philly’s Dominant D, Shaky Mahomes, Shakier Darnold, Shakiest Goff, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal 1:29:56

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the Eagles take down the Lions to recap Week 11 of the NFL season (1:53). Then, they guess the lines for Week 12 before ending with a special Parent Corner remembering Cleto Escobedo III (01:01:44). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Michelob …

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The Assassination of Franz Ferdinand 42:55

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The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914, serves as the pivotal event that ignited World War I, an inferno that resulted in the deaths of an estimated 20 million people. This episode meticulously unravels the circumstances leading to that fateful day, marked by a confluence of nationalistic fervor and imperial tens…

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OKC’s Better, Jokic Isn’t Real, a Clippers Swoon, and Detroit’s Rise With Tim Legler, Plus Week 11 Picks With Joe House and Billy Gil 2:22:58

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Tim Legler to react to SGA and the OKC Thunder dismantling the Lakers (2:18). Then, they talk about Nikola Jokic’s resurgence, the struggling Clippers, and the most surprising teams this NBA season (32:42). Finally, Joe House and Billy Gil join to discuss NFL trends before making their Ringer 107 picks (01:22:…

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Reporting from the 2025 MLB GM Meetings 1:01:00

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This episode is presented by Ankin Law and South Side Food Drive. Need personal injury law help? Visit ankinlaw.com. The South Side Food Drive has now raised more than $20,000. To join, visit https://myfooddrives.org/team/782427 Rundown [Intro] The Chicago White Sox introduce Derek Shomon as their new hitting coach. Audio from Chris Getz and Will V…

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Nico’s Gone, Iconic Bad Trades, Baseball’s Comeback, Lane Kiffin, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and the Power of Boredom With Chuck Klosterman 2:08:50

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chuck Klosterman to react to the Mavericks firing Nico Harrison months after trading Luka Doncic (3:04). Then, they take a look at a possible Anthony Davis trade before discussing parity in MLB, coaching in college sports, and much more (40:47)! Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Chuck Klosterman Producers: Chia Hao Ta…

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Did the Pats Become the Bills? Is Stafford the MVP? Do the Jags Hate Their Fans? Plus, Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal. 1:42:04

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the Sunday night matchup between the Chargers and Steelers to recap Week 10 of the NFL season (1:41). Then, they guess the lines for Week 11 before ending with Parent Corner (01:06:07). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo #ULTRACourtside could …

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Five NBA Trade Ideas, a Sleeper NFL Playoff Team, Eagles-Packers, and Week 10 Picks With Joe House 1:34:25

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss five of his favorite NBA trade ideas right now (1:58). Then, they talk about the NFL playoff picture before making their Ringer 107 picks for the week (41:44). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Joe House Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Where football fantasy gets real. Shakey’s, the Peo…

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White Sox Hire New Pitching Coach in Zach Bove 54:57

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This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Sox Machine is also helping with the South Side Food Drive to raise donations for the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Every $1 donated is worth three meals. You can join the virtual food drive by donating at this link: https://myfooddrives.org/team/782427 Rundown [Intro] Chicago Wh…

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Crazy NFL Trade Deadline Swings and the Future of Filmmaking With Sheil Kapadia, Sean Fennessey, and Van Lathan 2:03:41

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Sheil Kapadia to react to the NFL trade deadline moves (2:54). Then, Sean Fennessey and Van Lathan join to discuss the movie industry, young filmmakers, and much more (50:58)! Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Sheil Kapadia, Sean Fennessey, and Van Lathan Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Get Gameday Deals a…

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Game 7 Baseball Magic, Josh Beats Pat, Seattle’s Rise, Cincy’s Fall, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal 1:51:27

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to react to Week 9 of the NFL season. But first, they recap an all-time Game 7 as the Dodgers defeat the Blue Jays to win back-to-back World Series (05:04). Then, they discuss their Week 9 takeaways, including the Bills' win against the Chiefs (28:34). After, they get into Guess the Lines for Week 1…

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2025/26 Offseason Plan Project Kickoff 1:23:45

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This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Rundown [Intro] Sox Machine is also helping with the South Side Food Drive to raise donations for the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Every $1 donated is worth three meals. You can join the virtual food drive by donating at this link: https://myfooddrives.org/team/782427 [3:20] The…

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A Quick NBA Power Poll, Minny’s QB Mess, Josh vs. Pat, and Week 9 Picks With Joe House and Peter Schrager 1:52:54

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Joe House talk about their “uh-oh” teams before doing a power poll 10 days into the NBA season (4:01). Then, Peter Schrager joins the pod to help Bill and House make their Ringer 107 picks (41:04). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Joe House and Peter Schrager Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo 15% off $15+ on NFL Gam…

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The Shohei Live Experience, Plus the Maxey-V.J. Show, Surprise NBA Contenders, and Early Trends With Tim Legler 1:55:24

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons talks about his experience attending the epic, 18-inning Game 3 of the World Series between the Dodgers and the Blue Jays (2:12). Then, Tim Legler joins to discuss the talent around the NBA, Wemby and the Spurs, the Philly situation, and much more (25:52)! Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Tim Legler Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Ed…

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Green Bay’s Statement, Drake’s Hot Streak, NFL Blowout Day, Flash Sales, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal 1:48:46

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the Sunday-night matchup between the Packers and the Steelers to recap Week 8 of the NFL season (2:29). Then, they guess the lines for Week 9 before reacting to the NBA gambling scandal and ending with Parent Corner (58:52). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat an…