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The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis, David Shoemaker and Joel Anderson catch you up on the biggest media stories, from sports to politics and everything in between.

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Apr 29, 2016 · 1 hr
Ep. 101: NFL Draft Recap Special With Robert Mays, Kevin Clark, and Joey Bosa
On the inaugural ‘Ringer NFL Show,’ Robert Mays and Kevin Clark report live from the draft in Chicago to break down the first-round highlights, lowlights, and biggest moves from day one. Then, third overall pick Joey Bosa joins (28:50) to discuss pre-draft prep and what he's looking forward to in his first year in the league.
Apr 28, 2016 · 49 min
Ep. 100: 'Keepin' It 1600' With Jon Lovett
Jon and Dan are joined by Jon Lovett, a former speechwriter for President Obama, to discuss Trump’s triumph in the Northeast (6:00), the Cruz-Kasich alliance (8:00), the beginning of the "veepstakes" (16:00), Clinton's potential progressive VP options (22:00), the science of writing comedic speeches (28:00), and the best moments from Obama's White House Correspondents’ Dinner appearances (33:00).
Apr 27, 2016 · 40 min
Ep. 99: 'Jam Session' With Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins
Juliet and Amanda defend Kelly Ripa's belief in "respect in the workplace," try to make sense of Melania Trump's GQ profile (20:00), and break down Beyoncé's 'Lemonade' love triangles (28:00).
Apr 27, 2016 · 1 hr 4 min
Ep. 98: NFL Draft Podcast With Mallory Rubin, Lance Zierlein, Todd Gurley, and Daniel Jeremiah
Mays and Mallory team up for the final time to boldly cap their pre-draft journey, discuss the biggest moves still on the table, and bid their farewells. Then, Mays is joined by Lance Zierlien (18:20) to recap his top prospects to look out for on Thursday night. Los Angeles Rams star running back Todd Gurley (35:15) reflects on his rookie season and how he has rapidly adapted to the Los Angeles lifestyle. Finally, NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah (45:05) wraps it up with his thoughts on Goff vs. We
Apr 25, 2016 · 48 min
Ep. 97: 'The Watch' With Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Chris and Andy recap a busy weekend in culture by breaking down the 'Game of Thrones' season premiere, Beyoncé's 'Lemonade' (8:00), Prince's passing and everlasting impact (18:00), and the return of 'Jason Bourne' (32:00).
Apr 22, 2016 · 1 hr 9 min
Ep. 96: 'NFL Draft Podcast' With Chris Ryan and Matt Borcas
Mays and Mallory break down the big Eagles-Browns trade with resident Eagles fan Chris Ryan and resident Browns apologist Matt Borcas (22:00). Then they discuss the "draftnik nonsense" of "red flags" (39:00) and the "bluechip battle of the week" (47:00) featuring Reggie Ragland and Darron Lee, and wrap it up with a mailbag to examine Josh Norman's next move.
Apr 21, 2016 · 51 min
Ep. 95: 'Keepin' It 1600' With Savannah Guthrie
Jon and Dan break down New York’s big winners, Trump's "reset button" (3:00), Bernie's bleak outlook (12:00), Hillary's hopes for Sanders support (18:00), and new ways to recruit millennial voters (25:00). Then, ‘Today’ co-anchor Savannah Guthrie joins (28:00) to discuss covering the White House beat and the transition into mainstream television.
Apr 20, 2016 · 42 min
Ep. 94: 'Jam Session' With Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins
Juliet and Amanda advocate for Australian biosecurity by breaking down Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's apology video. Then, they tackle the greatest moments in celebrity apology with Ariana Grande (16:00), Kristen Stewart (25:00), Kanye West (32:00), and Jeremy Piven (36:00).
Apr 20, 2016 · 37 min
Ep. 93: McGregor Retirement With Ariel Helwani
The Ringer's David Shoemaker talks to six-time MMA Journalist of the Year Ariel Helwani about Conor McGregor's retirement announcement, Jon Jones vs. Ovince Saint Preux, and more.
Apr 19, 2016 · 1 hr
Ep. 92: 'The Watch' With Richard Linklater and 'GoT' Preview
Andy and Chris prepare for the 'Game of Thrones' premiere with help from Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion (16:30). Then, Oscar-winning director Richard Linklater joins (42:00) to discuss his new film, 'Everybody Wants Some!!'
Apr 15, 2016 · 51 min
Ep. 91: 'NFL Draft Podcast' With Robert Mays and Mallory Rubin
Mays and Mallory make sense of the Rams-Titans trade involving the no. 1 pick, discuss prospect of the week Emmanuel Ogbah, break down the top DB's, make their case for Mackensie Alexander, and wrap it up with a mailbag.
Apr 15, 2016 · 48 min
Ep. 90: 'Keepin' It 1600' With Kal Penn
Jon and Dan recap the major story lines of the week: Bill Clinton's finger-wagging, De Blasio's botched bit with Hillary, President Obama's 'GoT' viewership, Trump's new hires, and Cruz's craziness. Then, former White House adviser and actor Kal Penn hops on the line to break down Bernie's hopes for the nomination, pushing grassroots political action, and Obama's legacy.
Apr 13, 2016 · 53 min
Ep. 89: 'Jam Session' With Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins
After Juliet and Amanda divulge their affinity for British leading men, they examine the objects of their affections by identifying the senior class, the actors in their prime, and the up-and-comers.
Apr 12, 2016 · 44 min
Ep. 88: 'The Watch' With Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Chris and Andy prepare for the 'Game of Thrones' premiere, get hype over the 'Rogue One' trailer (10:00), wrap up 'The People v. O.J. Simpson' (21:00) and shine some light on 'Catastrophe' (29:00) and 'The Last Panthers' (37:00).
Apr 11, 2016 · 48 min
Ep. 87 'The Andy Greenwald Podcast' With Sam Rockwell
Actor Sam Rockwell, star of the new film 'Mr. Right,' joins Andy Greenwald to discuss acting, creativity, and the persuasiveness of Brad Pitt.
Apr 8, 2016 · 1 hr 12 min
Ep. 86: 'NFL Draft Podcast' With Robert Mays and Mallory Rubin
Mays and Mallory return to discuss all things NFL draft, including the Broncos’ QB situation, Ezekiel Elliott's top-five-pick potential (12:00), the argument against drafting running backs early (17:00), Keith Marshall vs. Todd Gurley, the Baltimore Ravens’ draft options (28:00), DeForest Buckner vs. Joey Bosa (37:50), and Prospect of the Week: Ronnie Stanley (47:00)! They wrap it all up with a mailbag.
Apr 8, 2016 · 51 min
Ep. 85: 'Keepin' It 1600' With Tom Perez
Jon Favreau and Dan Pfeiffer recap the week in politics, react to the Republican race in Wisconsin, discuss Trump vs. Cruz, debate Bernie's long-shot odds, and examine Bernie Sanders’s new aggressive tone. Then, Thomas Perez joins to offer his insights into the 2016 election, his path to becoming secretary of labor, and his top White House perks.
Apr 6, 2016 · 46 min
Ep. 84: 'Jam Session' With Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins
Juliet and Amanda go through the archives of celebrity dating triumphs and tribulations to select the best relationship runs. Then, they play Two Truths and a Lie to see how well they know celebrity dating history.