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The Press BoxL.A. Protests and the NBA’s Storytelling Problem. Plus: Logan Murdock on Gen Z Hoopers.Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel tackle some leftover 'The Simpsons' vs. 'The Cosby Show' thoughts in today's J-School (0:47), before they are joined by Logan Murdock to discuss The Athletic's anonymous players survey, why the NBA keeps finding itself in the crosshairs of criticism, and ESPN's biggest mistake while broadcasting the Finals. Then they talk about Logan's new article for The Ringer, "How the Gen Z Takeover Is Changing the NBA" (10:18). Finally, Bryan and Joel discuss the Los Angeles protests, some big-picture questions, the ambiguous relationship between the press and law enforcement, and more (55:56).
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WackemandPackemEpisode 92 with Average Joe & Dave MurdockWas able to get the boys from Average Joe Hunting Podcast @average_joes_hunting_podcast as they drop their 53rd episode and how it was casting their first season. Also, had my great pal, Dave Murdock @dave_murdock on as we talked about our last turkey outing, camping, and enjoying laughs with Roger Brewer @rogerbbad which turned out to be a damn good time. Go over and check out Vortex Broadheads @vortexbroadheads they're the original expanding broadheads proven and trusted since 1988 with harvesting thousands of animals. Also, take a look at @moultrieproducts and check out their trail cameras and...2025-05-131h 31
Personal LandscapesKyle Chayka on how the internet flattened cultureDigital platforms promised us personalization but their algorithms homogenized culture to a bland lowest common denominator instead.They don’t just influence what we consume, they also determine what is produced as artists shape their output to fit what gets seen and what gets shared.My guest today traced this creeping, machine-guided curation as it infiltrated the furthest reaches of our digital, physical, and psychological spaces. And he has a few ideas for escaping it that might surprise you.Kyle Chayka joined me to talk about how digital algorithms work, why they flatten cul...2025-05-1353 min
The Bill Simmons PodcastThe A’s Leave Oakland, ESPN’s Latest Shocker, and Million-Dollar Picks With Logan Murdock, Bryan Curtis, and Joe HouseThe Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Logan Murdock to discuss the Oakland Athletics' final home game at the Oakland Coliseum, the gradual loss of Oakland's major sports teams, the concept of "sports extortion," and more (2:36). Then Bill talks with Bryan Curtis about ESPN letting go of senior NBA writer Zach Lowe, as well as what this and similar layoffs signal about the direction the company is trying to head (29:54). Finally, Bill and Joe House run through the week's slate of NFL games before making their Million-Dollar Picks for NFL Week 4 (1:01:31)Host: Bill Simmons2024-09-271h 59
Happy Horror TimeEp 220: Stranger Danger“Strange Darling” is a cat-and-mouse thriller, told in 6 non-consecutive chapters, that stars Willa Fitzgerald from the “Scream” TV series and Kyle Gallner from more horror films than we can list here. Tune in to hear us break down every chapter — from the twists we didn't see coming, to the performance that deserves a ton of recognition, and the Q&A we watched after the film that was… odd.2024-09-091h 04
Comics Over TimeMurdock and Marvel: 1980Episode 18 - Murdock and Marvel: 1980
It’s a rough time for America and for comics in general, but big things are happening at Marvel this year, and it’s a great time to be a Daredevil fan. Let’s talk a bit about the start of a new decade, and a new era for this podcast’s featured hero – welcome to 1980!
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Duane screwed up... That's why the podcast was late last week. Sorry.
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Cycle Jerks PodcastEP 151 Unbound XL with Vince MurdockProfessional MMA Fighter Vince Murdock makes a return appearance “fresh” off his Unbound Gravel XL adventure. He shares his deeply personal and touching motivation for taking it on, as well as what it took to physically and mentally to push on and finish. In case you are wondering, it was 353 self-supported miles over 28hrs with 19,000ft climbed and 18,000 calories burned.Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showThanks for l...2024-06-131h 23