For The Win: Recent Episodes
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We run down which sports teams owners are letting their teams down right now and which ones are stepping up in a big way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tom Brady is no longer a New England Patriot. Steven Ruiz walks us through the big NFL news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's been an unprecedented 24 hours in sports, with almost all major sports leagues postponing games due to coronavirus concerns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The NFL playoffs could look a lot different next January and that's not really a good thing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Astros issue probably the worst round of apologies ever, plus, they should have their titles stripped. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Listen to a teaser trailer for For The Win's compelling serial about a bank heist gone wrong. Season one is about the story of an armored car robbery which took place in a suburb of Seattle in 2008, the once great athlete who committed that crime, and how the crime forever changed the small town where it occurred. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It probably won't happen, but Steven Ruiz makes a good case for why it should. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lets get into some fun Super Bowl 54 prop bets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NBA writers Mark Medina and Alex Kennedy join the For The Win podcast for a special look at Kobe Bryant's legacy and the impact his passing has on the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bringing you some hot Eli takes, plus Gritty the mascot is in some hot water. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A discussion about the Rooney Rule, the lack of black NFL head coaches plus our beef of the week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Patriots play in an NFL wild card game for the first time in YEARS, plus Dancia and Aaron bought a house and our worst fan of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Patriots are involved in another videotape scandal. Plus, we got a Beef of the Week and some Baby Yoda squealing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is Tom Brady washed? Plus, LeBron James gets a little too celebratory on the sidelines and that awful Peloton ad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We talk about Lamar Jackson and the weird bit of revisionist history happening in sports at the moment, plus breakdown the controversy over Calgary Flames coach Bill Peters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We break down the James Wiseman suspension and discuss Tua's injury. Plus, we got a Beef of the Week and hand out the Worst Fan of the Week award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We break down why Colin Kaepernick's NFL workout isn't what it seems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The NBA season is barely underway and we're already talking about NBA load management. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A look at the Houston Astros disaster of a week, Tom Brady's Netflix cameo and why is everyone hating on Marvel movies? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We get into LeBron's China comments, which he's been widely criticized over, plus pick our worst fan of the week and share some thoughts on the new Batman movie casting news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The ongoing problem of the NBA in China, plus Baker Mayfield appears in our Beef of the Week and Evan gives us his thoughts on The Joker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We can not stress how little thought we put into these NHL predictions. Plus, Dame and Shaq face off in our beef of the week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why does hockey media seem to be missing the point with the charges against Auston Matthews? Plus, we name the fan of the week and talk a little Dale Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A rash of NFL injuries are sweeping the league. Is it ever OK to cheer when a player goes down? Plus, a lot of famous people, including the Avengers cast are in a fantasy football league. We grade their top picks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Don't try to draw a line between what Antonio Brown did on the field and the allegations of sexual assault and rape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ezekiel Elliott’s historic deal plus we make our picks for the most and least woke NFL teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We've got a few thoughts on Andrew Luck's retirement, plus we go over the beef that wasn't between Shaq and Kobe and thoughts on The Joker trailer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
There's no way we don't hit what's going on with Spider-Man and Sony/Marvel. But first, let's see just how annoying Baker Mayfield is going to get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We take a look at the NFL and Roc Nation partnership and what that means for activism and Colin Kaepernick. Plus, Antonio Brown and his helmet drama. In our final segment, we offer instant reactions to the new Little Women trailer, so skip that part if period dramas aren't your bag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our podcast is of the unequivocal opinion that SoulCycle sucks and you should boycott it no matter who the financier is donating money towards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We get into the return of Nathan Peterman, LeBron James' enthusiasm about fatherhood and tacos and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We talk about Dan Le Batard's comments and whether sticking to sports is even possible. Plus, the worst fan of the week and some scorching hot Lion King takes. Be prepared! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is it LeBron? Kawhi? Plus, we really dig into all the hate Ayesha Curry seems to get and talk about the new Spider-Man movie that is not so new anymore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Let's talk about the swagger of the USWNT, plus Serena and Wimbledon and why you don't need to body shame Zion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why the new NCAA rule changes are bad, plus Megan Rapinoe vs Trump in our Beef of the Week segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A closer look at Kevin Durant's injury Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we talked about some of our choices for Worst Fan in the World. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Head NFL writer Steven Ruiz gives his thoughts on the Richie Incognito signing, plus we make NBA Finals predictions. And there's a very special Beef of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chris Long admits to regular marijuana use during NFL career, plus do you know how much a gallon of milk costs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NHL referring in the playoffs has been inconsistent at best, but botched and missed calls are just a part of being a sports fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We get into the impact of KD's injury, plus the controversy around the Red Sox visiting the White House and close out with some thoughts on Ayesha Curry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Who won the NFL Draft? Plus, we breakdown Avengers: Endgame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Steven Ruiz talkes about what he hates about the NFL Draft, plus we go bonkers over Dame Lillard's crazy night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Are bat flips OK in baseball? Plus, we break down the weirdness of Russell Wilson's social media video and do some fun Avengers prop bets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We hit up Magic Johnson leaving the Lakers, Kyle Korver's Players' Tribune piece plus Stanley Cup Playoff predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We look at Bryce Harper's return to DC, why a women's amateur tournament at Augusta is too little, too late and we pick The Worst Fan in the World. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hemal, Evan and Steven talk about all the Bryce Harper hate from Nats fans, plus some more Tom Izzo thoughts and we check in our March Madness brackets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We get into the OBJ trade to the Browns, plus talk about the college admissions scandal and give our thoughts on the new Captain Marvel film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this week’s episode, we discuss the biggest winner and loser of the NFL Scouting Combine and what’s going on with Antonio Brown (pre-Bills trade report). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bryce Harper will join the Phillies on a record-breaking, 13-year, $330-million contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After giving everyone a scare and suffering a knee sprain on Wednesday night, should Zion sit out the rest of the year so he can be healthy for the NBA Draft? Plus, Evan has personal beef of the week with high-end fashion houses. And of course, its' not podcast if we don't hit on Kaepernick at least once. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We break down the dysfunction of the Pelicans and Anthony Davis plus some thoughts on Kareem Hunt, the Jets coaches and belated Valentine picks. Oh, and some ill disguised schadenfreude over that dude who had to shut down his sports store over Kaepernick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We talked to actress Taraji P. Henson and director Adam Shankman about their new film What Men Want and got some inside scoop on what it was like sharing a movie set with some NBA greats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's almost Super Bowl Sunday, but we need to process the Knicks trading Porzingis to Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We talk about how Saints fans need to calm down, the best Super Bowl prop bets, plus whether or not Black Panther deserves to be nominated for an Oscar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The fact that Clemson got served fast food at the White House is not a problem. It's that they got served bad, room temperature fast food. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kliff Kingsbury clearly is ready for the NFL. But is it ready for him? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Steelers are a mess. Antonio Brown, the team’s best player, wants out. Plus, if anyone can call himself the GOAT it's LeBron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We pick the best sports beef of 2018, best couple, which team or athlete had the worst year, plus hand out the crown for most woke athlete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Plus, how to get out of the cycle of Christmas gift giving and our best sports moments of 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Did Steph troll NASA? How dangerous is it really to think the moon landing is fake? Plus some thoughts on the new Avengers trailer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Join us as we talk about the Redskins, Kaepernick, and more NFL drama. Plus, a fond farewell to one of the best, Chris Chase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Redskins have failed miserably in how they've handled signing Reuben Foster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In a special post holiday episode, we talk about the Rodgers family drama, share some of our own, plus what to do with leftovers. Bonus question: What is more satisfying: a home run or a three pointer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Michelle Martinelli joins us to look back on the NASCAR season: What Joey Logano's championship means and what could save the sport moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kevin Love joins us for a in depth talk about mental health advocacy, toxic masculinity and his struggle with anxiety and depression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Will Bryce Harper stay with the Nationals or sign elsewhere? Should he take a three-year deal? And is the approach teams will take with him prove there's competitive balance in baseball? FTW's Ted Berg has answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Plus, Beef of the Week and some thoughts on the the Carson Wentz and Mike Trout hunting trip of a lifetime. Also, raise your hand if you know what Kangaroo Care is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Nick Schwartz drops by to do a little NBA buy/sell: Is LeBron James an MVP candidate? Will the Rockets keep being mediocre? Should teams really trade for Jimmy Butler? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We cover the Browns, have some thoughts on DJ Durkin Maryland's toxic football culture, plus Hemal tries to get Steve and Evan to watch A Star Is Born. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Ted Berg stops by to look back at the Red Sox winning another title, to defend Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and break down Manny Machado and Bryce Harper ahead of free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Big week for sports drama. We talk about Curt Schilling and the Red Sox, Rajon Rondo and CP3, plus Malcom Jenkins calling out Blake Bortles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chef and Food Network star Bobby Flay stops by to talk about the Facebook Watch horse-racing series he's producing, if his competition shows are sports and whether fans should feel bad for suffering New York sports die-hards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What are the expectations for LeBron in LA? We talk about the best basketball player in the world and the worst NFL player in the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Michelle Martinelli stops by to talk about Alabama's dominance, who could beat the Crimson Tide and if sports dynasties are a bad thing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We break down Jimmy Butler's drama with the Timberwolves, plus some more thoughts on the Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov dust up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Evan Thorpe stops by to preview the 2018-19 NBA season, from LeBron James's Lakers to how the Celtics will fare in the East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The NHL season is only a few days old and the Capitals will be without Tom Wilson for 20 games. Was that the right call? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's NFL writer Steven Ruiz stops by to buy and sell on trends: Will Patrick Mahomes keep this up? Are the Patriots mediocre? And more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Nick Schwartz stops by to preview the 2018 Ryder Cup: Will Team USA prevail with a star-studded squad? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chris Korman joins host Ted Berg to discuss the various measures the NFL has taken to mitigate its concussion epidemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Nina Mandell stops by to talk about her feature on ESPN's Stephen A. Smith and what makes the "First Take" personality tick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After missing more than two full years rehabbing a back condition, Mets third baseman David Wright announced the end of his playing career on Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Michelle Martinelli stops by to talk about the reaction to Serena Williams' US Open argument with a chair umpire Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A deeper look into Nike's new Colin Kaepernick ad and what it means for the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's football writer Steven Ruiz stops by to preview the 2018 season with divisional picks, Super Bowl predictions and teams who will surprise or disappoint Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
According to our head NFL writer Steven Ruiz, yes. Stay for the analysis of the Odell Beckham Jr. deal as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW managing editor Nina Mandell stops by to talk all things Serena Williams as the U.S. Open begins: Reactions to her catsuit being banned, how she's handled being a working mom and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg talks about the best nicknames in baseball, TV shows that should never get the reboot treatment, plus our idea for a new podcast that's just about The Wire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW editor Chris Korman joins us to break down how the new tackling rules and the national anthem protests will affect the 2018 NFL season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Surfer Mick Fanning has something of a dream life. Well known for fighting off a great white shark, Fanning talked to us about leaving competitive surfing and how to get a zen like level of happiness in life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Ted Berg stops by to break down the MLB playoff races, how lame it is the Blue Jays haven't called up Vlad Guerrero Jr. and why Weird Al Yankovic is a legend. (Editor's note: he is not) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Arizona Cardinals are challenging fans to eat a ridiculous 7-pound burger for $75. We talked about this monstrosity of a food item and the trend of crazy food at stadiums. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW'S Steven Ruiz stops by to sum up The Bachelorette finale and breaks down a crazy season of MTV's "The Challenge." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Managing editor Nina Mandell wonders how much progress we've really made in how we talk about domestic violence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's resident "Bachelorette" experts Nick Schwartz and Steven Ruiz break down the competitors this season and make their pick for who will win Becca's heart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A closer look at Josh Hader's standing ovation and what to watch during a pretty slow sports week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Nick Schwartz stops by to discuss whether we can officially say Tiger Woods is back, plus Kevin Love's extension and what Kawhi Leonard's future is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In 2003, Bethany Hamilton survived a shark attack but didn't let losing an arm derail her surfing career. Hamilton has earned a wild card spot and will compete with the world's best surfers at the Surf Ranch Pro from September 6-9. She joins us to talk about her return to competition as well the challenges of being a working mom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Michelle Martinelli stops by to talk Bryce Harper's Home Run Derby, why NASCAR has been boring this year and Serena Williams' Wimbledon run Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kylian Mbappe has dazzled for France at this World Cup and could be a difference maker in the Final against Croatia. Plus, Croatia becomes the smallest country ever to make a Final, surprising everyone. Andrew Joseph breaks down Sunday's big game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's NFL expert Steven Ruiz stops by to break down some early fantasy football takes -- sleepers, busts and more -- before NFL training camps begin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Ted Berg stops by to break down baseball at the All-Star Break, how weird the playoff races in the American League are, and the names we'll be watching at the trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Golden State Warriors guard Quinn Cook shares what it was really like after the Warriors won the championship, and talks about his journey to the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
At the 2Hype house, YouTubing is a lucrative full-time job. Alysha Tsuji takes you inside the stories of the guys behind the the 2Hype House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Evan Thorpe stops by to break down LeBron James' free agent options and talks about other big-name NBA free agents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
To celebrate the 2018 World Cup, For The Win’s Ted Berg is sampling various World Cup countries’ cuisines in the New York City area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Andrew Joseph stops by to preview the 2018 NBA draft and talk about the opening days of the 2018 World Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Steven Ruiz takes a break from the NFL to talk about this season of the Bachelorette. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Nick Schwartz drops by to preview the 2018 U.S. Open, the World Cup and LeBron James's upcoming free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode of Inside the Stanley Cup Final we’ll talk to the D.C. faithful and take a closer look at what the Capitals first championship in franchise history means to the city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Capitals cliched their first Stanley Cup in franchise history last night. We break down the playoffs and their historic victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Golden Knights and Capitals have played about 100 games of hockey this season, and they have the bumps, bruises and stitches to show for it. In this episode, we examine the physical toll a long playoff run takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Evan Thorpe drops by to break down the NBA Finals, what changes he'd make to the Cavaliers' lineup, the J.R. Smith gaffe and the Bryan Colangelo Twitter controversy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In our new, three-part audio series, For The Win takes you inside the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Washington Capitals
In part one, we pull back the curtain on how a Stanley Cup Final comes together from three different perspectives. We’ll take a peek behind the curtain of how the NHL Network gets game ready, how NBC Sports manages a game and the unique challenges team athletic trainers face. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Steven Ruiz drops by to talk about covering ex-NFL players on "The Bachelorette," what ex-Patriots are saying about playing under Bill Belichick and the new NFL national anthem policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We ask what happened to the Rockets last night, who was a standout for the Warriors and why you should embrace Cavs-Warriors one more time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's a sneaky big weekend in sports. Nick Schwartz breaks down what to watch and gives some non-spoilery thoughts on the new Solo movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We talk Capitals, Vegas Golden Knights and take a brief detour into Saved by the Bell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nina Mandell joins us to talk about the NBA playoffs and whether LeBron is carrying too much weight, plus we check in on the Washington Capitals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Chris Korman stops by to talk about what it means to bettors, leagues, states and others now that sports gambling will be legal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We tried to talk about hockey but Ted Berg only wanted to talk trash about D.C. sports fans and Infinity War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Evan Thorpe drops by to talk about just how amazing LeBron James is this postseason, who will win the NBA's Western Conference and which coach will be an X-factor in the rest of the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's baseball expert Ted Berg stops by to talk about Ichiro moving on to a Mariners front office job, plus buying or selling on some MLB trends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Steven Ruiz returns to recap the 2018 NFL Draft, including his take on the Browns' picks and the best and worst hauls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wade Davis is a former NFL player, writer, public speaker, and educator who speaks on gender, race, and orientation equality in sports. He's also the NFL’s first LGBT inclusion consultant and spoke to us about how locker rooms are dealing with issues of sexism, racism and homophobia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Steven Ruiz drops by to preview the 2018 NFL Draft, including his quarterback rankings, if the Giants should take Saquon Barkley and who the biggest sleeper is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Who's got the edge on this season of Dancing with the Stars? We break down the all-athlete cast and talk Tonya Harding's continuing redemption tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charles Curtis and Hemal Jhaveri take a look at the NHL playoffs and breakdown the Capitals disappointing postseason start, as well as why everyone should be rooting for the Golden Knights. Plus, we get into that viral video of the little girl who desperately wanted a puck at a hockey game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 2018 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs are here! Mary Clarke from The Athletic joins to go over Vegas' incredible run, what matchups she's most looking forward to and Nazem Kadri's dangerous hit against Boston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For The Win's baseball writer Ted Berg stops by to break down Shohei Ohtani's amazing start at the plate and on the mound, plus early-season takes on Giancarlo Stanton and Bryce Harper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Warriors' Quinn Cook joins us to talk about his road to the NBA, his good friend Kevin Durant and what the Warriors locker room is really like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry stops by to talk about his injury rehab, his best dad joke, NBA MVP talk and his efforts with Brita to combat water contamination in schools Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg talks about the biggest storylines of the season and which teams you should watch going into the 2018 MLB season. Plus, there's a spirited debate about John Goodman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
USA Today Sports' Maggie Hendricks stops by to talk about covering Loyola-Chicago going to the Final Four, Sister Jean and what it means to have the Ramblers get this far in the 2018 NCAA Tournament Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's been a crazy March Madness tournament. Michelle Martinelli joins Hemal Jhaveri to break down some of our favorite story lines, like Sister Jean, and is a patient listener as we discuss the results of the latest Marvel bracket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For The Win's Andrew Joseph stops by to break down the first weekend of the 2018 NCAA Tournament, why Loyola's Sister Jean is the best and how No. 16 UMBC beat No. 1 Virginia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In 2015, Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson made the first free ascent of The Dawn Wall on Yosemite's El Capitan. A new documentary chronicles their efforts and Caldwell takes us inside the 19 days they spent on the wall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For The Win managing editor Nina Mandell stops by to talk about the upcoming NCAA Tournament, including who to watch, how to build the best bracket and whether the FBI investigation will put a damper on March Madness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tiger Woods is in position to win his first tournament since 2013. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Steven Ruiz joins us to break down the 2018 NFL combine, including the performances of Saquon Barkley and Josh Allen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ronda Rousey started her WWE career by putting her boss through a table, but fans love stuff like that. Nick Schwartz joins us to talk Rousey's debut plus all things WWE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ahead of the Oscars we talk about the reaction to "I, Tonya" and how Tonya Harding has been portrayed since it premiered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri discuss some of the funnier sports stories of the week, plus freak out over Black Panther. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's NASCAR writer Michelle Martinelli joins us to wrap up the 2018 Daytona 500, with discussions about Danica Patrick, Bubba Wallace and the young drivers ready to take over Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why does everyone keep trying jumps that they can't land in figure skating? And why did Adam Rippon score so low when he didn't fall? We break it down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For The Win's Ted Berg joins us to break down why so many big-name Major League free agents are still unsigned and what it means for baseball in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Maggie Hendricks joins the podcast for an overview on the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics and breaks down the must watch events, as well as some of the early controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For The Win's Steven Ruiz joins us to break down the Eagles' Super Bowl win, the Patriots' decision to bench Malcolm Butler and what's next for Nick Foles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Every year, the hype surrounding the Super Bowl gets crazier and crazier. Nina Mandell joins us to break down the saddest, funniest and downright dumbest stories from this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For The Win's NFL expert Steven Ruiz joins us to break down the Patriots-Eagles Super Bowl matchup and makes some prop bet predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For The Win's features editor Chris Korman -- a lifelong Eagles fan -- breaks down what the team means to die-hards as they prepare for the Super Bowl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For The Win's NFL expert Steven Ruiz joins the podcast to discuss the AFC and NFC Championship games and breaks down coaching hires around the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Michelle Martinelli is an alum of Michigan State who covered the gymnastics team while she was there. She talks about the courageous women who spoke out against Nassar and the response from USA Gymnastics and Michigan State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW NFL writer Steven Ruiz breaks down the NFC and AFC championship games after a wild weekend of playoff action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's been an up and down week, so we took a break to talk about some of the sports stories that made us feed good. And one that just made us angry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For The Win's Michelle Martinelli joins the podcast to discuss Alabama's incredible national championship victory and if Nick Saban winning again is good or bad for college football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our NFL experts preview the NFL Divisional playoff round and discuss the ESPN report about the Patriots' internal turmoil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
If getting in shape is part of your new goals for the year, Ted Berg has some advice. He's here to talk about what he learned getting in better shape (and losing 27 pounds) with NYC's best discount trainers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL playoffs are just around the corner. Plus, expert tips to help you win your fantasy football playoffs league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charles Curtis worked out like Tom Brady at the TB12 Center and walked away with some impressive insights. He shares his important takeaways, like learning to use your glutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our NFL experts break down who's making the playoffs next week, which coaches are on the hot seat and the fantasy football MVPs and busts of 2017 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NHL Network hosts Jamie Hersch and Jackie Redmond join us to talk about the NHL season and discuss the biggest surprises, best players and who they are eyeing for the post-season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our NFL experts break down whether the Steelers can beat the Patriots again in the playoffs and debate the league's rule about what constitutes a catch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We break down what the year in sports will be remembered for and well, it's not really sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our NFL experts break down the Carson Wentz injury fallout, predict where big-name QBs are going next season and if the 49ers have found their quarterback of the future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We take a look at Shohei Ohtani's decision to sign with the Angels and reaction from the baseball world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Golf Digest Senior Writer Alex Myers breaks down Tiger Woods' latest comeback, its impact on the sport, and what to expect in 2018 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our NFL experts break down what went down with Ben McAdoo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Steven Ruiz and lifelong Giants fan Charles Curtis break down the decision to bench Eli Manning and what it means for the franchise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg gives us his excruciatingly well-informed take on fast-food chains and ranks all 59 that he can remember eating at. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our NFL experts break down what's wrong with the Chiefs, what to expect from Josh Gordon and have heated arguments over who belongs in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Olympian Tori Bowie chats about her return to the long jump and some pre-Thanksgiving advice for running a perfect Turkey Trot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our NFL experts talk about what's wrong with Dak Prescott, the AFC playoff picture and the only teams who have an actual shot at winning the Super Bowl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We may never be able to fully gauge or even comprehend the totality of Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s influence on NASCAR as a driver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
USSF Presidential candidate Kyle Martino on leaving his dream job, equal pay for equal play, and how to fix U.S. soccer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our NFL experts break down the Vikings' QB situation, how the Giants should rebuild and more from Week 10 in the NFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We talk about what kind of impact vegan/vegetarian diets have had on athletes like Jermaine Defoe and Lewis Hamilton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's Charles Curtis talks about his new children's book series, high school peer pressure, and the ethics of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our NFL experts break down the MVP race at midseason, if the Saints are Super Bowl contenders, and why the Jaguars could be legit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nicholle Anderson, the wife of Ottawa Senators goalie Craig Anderson, talks to us about her cancer journey and the NHL's Hockey Fights Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A founding father of Major League Soccer, a former President of D.C. United and now CEO of US Club Soccer, Kevin Payne defends the "pay-to-play" model of youth development, the crisis around the lack of good coaches, what the U.S. can learn from Iceland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Summary: Our NFL experts break down Deshaun Watson, Jameis Winston's struggles and if the NFL should keep holding games in London Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
That's not a thing you should ever say. Managing Editor Nina Mandell joins the podcast to talk about fall out and the NFL's 'stick to sports' stance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Matt Prior, creative director of FIFA 18, on how the new narrative game mode mirrors the harsh reality of world soccer, and what fans can expect next for Alex Hunter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our NFL experts discuss what's wrong with the Falcons offense, the wide open AFC Wild Card race and where the Cardinals go after Cason Palmer's injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our resident NYC experts Luke Kerr-Dineen and Charles Curtis take a look at NYC sports culture and ask are the Yankees the heart and soul of New York sports? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Plus, we delve into Sam Ponder vs Barstool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our NFL experts discuss what how the Packers will adjust without Aaron Rodgers, what to make of the Chiefs, and what fantasy owners should do about Martavis Bryant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's not a great day if you're a Nationals fan, but it's a good time to be a Cubs fan. Hemal Jhaveri and Michelle Martinelli talk about the D.C. sports curse and if the Nationals are victims of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jemele Hill , Colin Kaepernick and the myth of 'sticking to sports' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our NFL experts discuss Big Ben's struggles, why Alex Smith may not be the MVP, and why fantasy owners should trade Leonard Fournette. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Cam Newton belittled a female reporter earlier this week, but what matters now is his apology. Hemal Jhaveri and Michelle R. Martinelli talk Cam Newton's apology, if they have a rooting interest in the MLB playoffs and the start of the NHL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's been a terrible, stressful week so take a break from everything as we discuss the lighter side of sports--like our favorite NBA bromances, Michael Beasley, Auston Matthews and why we love fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Steven Ruiz and Charles Curtis break down Deshaun Watson's breakout, Cam Newton's comeback and why trading Andrew Luck isn't that crazy of an idea Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After a tumultuous week of protests in the NFL, where does the league go from here? The conversation has moved away from what Colin Kaepernick originally intended but will keep players protesting? And will it hurt the league in any way? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sports writer Erik Malinowski gives us an inside look in the Golden State Warriors with key details from his new book, Betaball: How Silicon Valley and Science Built One of the Greatest Basketball Teams in History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fantasy meets reality in this all-encompassing look around the NFL. Steven Ruiz and Charles Curtis debate whether the Steelers are contenders, if Kareem Hunt is the real deal, and what to make of the Patriots defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
There's one person in the world the TB12 Method works for, and that's Tom Brady. Charles Curtis and Hemal Jhaveri walk through some of the more intense claims Brady makes in his new book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is the NFL's move to Los Angeles already backfiring among fans? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Northwestern University's Director of Sports Journalism J.A. Adande shares his insights into the controversy over Jemele Hill's tweets, the White House response and the fine line sports journalists have to walk on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 242: Colin Kaepernick and week 1 in the NFL by USA TODAY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nina Mandell joins Hemal Jhaveri to talk about Michael Bennett and the start of the NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charles Curtis joins host Ted Berg to make pre-season Super Bowl predictions and forecast the wild MLB postseason picture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Going to a baseball game is fun, but could it be more fun? Yes. Ted Berg has a lot (seriously, a lot) of ways ball parks can mix it up to make games more fun for fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Was the Mayweather-McGregor fight worth it? Luke Kerr-Dineen breaks it down with Ted Berg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Chicago Cubs Anthony Rizzo joins Ted Berg, plus we give our thoughts on the new Taylor Swift album, and, as always, answer a Taco Bell related question that really goes off the rails. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Seth DeValve joined his Cleveland Browns teammates in kneeling during the national anthem, becoming the first white NFL player to do so. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charles Curtis joins host Ted Berg to take questions from listeners on baseball, fried food, and reading. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Luke Kerr-Dineen joins host Ted Berg to discuss some late MLB trade talk, the best cities for major sporting events, and regional barbecue styles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We delve into some sports hypotheticals this week, and discuss athletes we have an irrational love for (Mike Trout, Colin Kaepernick) as well as teach you how to prep for the potential nuclear apocalyp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We debate who has the greater legacy? Tom Brady or Derek Jeter? Plus answer reader questions about our favorite sports memories and the best bad movie we can't help but love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Screenwriter Oren Uziel joins host Ted Berg to discuss his new movie, 'Shimmer Lake,' and abandoning the Yankees to root for the Dodgers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We were asked to pick the most underrated athletes in sports, and Ted Berg tried pick Ken Jennings. Plus, an entire 10 minutes on the most captivating books we've read recently, which devolves into a discussion about how most books are too long. As always, there's Taco Bell talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Luke Kerr-Dineen joins Ted Berg to discuss what they'd do with the British Open trophy, pervasive NBA and MLB trade rumors, Florida's monkey problem, and the greatest villains in TV and movie history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Michael Phelps will race a shark for Shark Week which is either a really great idea, or something that could get him really hurt, depending on your point of view. Plus, Ted Berg enthusiastically answers listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri cover the week in sports plus thoughts on Las Vegas and Al Pacino as Joe Paterno. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW's resident Michigan native Michelle Martinelli joins host Ted Berg to discuss Detroit-style pizza, auto racing, and the rise of the self-driving car. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg does a loose preview of the MLB All-Star Game, we talk about why so many players are pulling out of Wimbledon matches and discuss the circumstances in which it is OK to get a participation trophy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Host Ted Berg takes Luke Kerr-Dineen to task for his recent putdown of corn-on-the-cob. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri answer listener questions about the new Jay-Z album, Bartolo Colon and the All-Star Game. They also go pretty deep on their favorite fourth of July memories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Host Ted Berg and Charles Curtis discuss Tim Tebow's promotion with the Mets to Class-A St. Lucie, have some hot takes on wedding food, and classic sports video games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri talk NHL Expansion Draft plus weigh in on some pertinent Harry Potter questions. Join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mets writer Matt Cerrone discusses what should be on a baseball fan's bucket list and whether the team should sell off veteran players at the trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Host Ted Berg and regular Friday afternoon guest Hemal Jhaveri discuss if the new Wonder Woman movie was "too woke", weigh in on how expensive Whole Foods is, and talk about Matt Harvey and what is the worst sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Luke Kerr-Dineen joins host Ted Berg to discuss Kevin Durant's choice to join the Golden State Warriors and win his first championship ring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri discuss Sidney Crosby's antics in Game 5, take on the topic of millennial entitlement and get super deep into why driverless cars are a bad idea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charles Curtis joins host Ted Berg to tackle the week's 5 big questions, including whether the dominant Warriors are bad for basketball and which Beatles song is best. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For a golfer who was once on top of the world, Tiger's arrest last week is a jarring contrast to where he once was. Host Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri talk about Tiger needs empathy not jokes right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is it boring that the same two teams are playing in the NBA Finals for the third year in a row? Not in the least. Plus, Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri discuss the Stanley Cup Final, and LeBron's thoughtful response to racism in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Luke Kerr-Dineen joins host Ted Berg to take 5 Big Questions from listeners, including debates on the Unicorn Frappuccino vs. the KFC Double Down and a rundown of some of the worst sports bets they've ever made. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
C. Trent Rosecrans of the Cincinnati Enquirer joins Ted Berg to discuss his new podcast, called the Great American Dream, focused on the peculiarities and difficulties of life in baseball's minor leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri tackle the 5 big questions of the week, including Mike Trout’s greatness, the passing of Chris Cornell and a really long tangent about why Master of None is better than reading. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg talks to former New York Knicks star about his new role coaching in the Big 3 as well as the charges he still faces from an ugly incident at Madison Square Garden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Washington Capitals once again failed to advance past the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, leading everyone to ask, is it time to trade their captain? Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri weigh in on the debate, plus take reader questions and talk about the DH hitter rule in baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NBA editor Adi Joseph joins host Ted Berg to talk about the Yankees' power surge and the Celtics' bright future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg talks with Olympic runner and track star Alexi Pappas who stars in the new movie Tracktown, a film she co-directed, wrote and stars in. Ted also chats with Luke Kerr-Dineen about the week in sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri weigh in on the reports of three big shoe companies aren't interested in signing deals with Lonzo Ball at least in part because of his father, Lavar.
Plus, we pick the best nicknames in sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charles Curtis and Ted Berg take on Russell Westbrook's epic press conference argument, the pitch at Manny Machado's head and shark punching. Seriously, the best way to apparently fend off a shark is by punching it in the nose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW writer Michelle Martinelli joins Ted Berg to talk NHL OTs, The Last Jedi and alligators on the porch. YIKES. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NHL legend Martin Brodeur joins the For The Win podcast this week to gives this thoughts on the Stanley Cup Playoff contenders and how the St. Louis Blues keep their athletes in playoff mode. Plus, Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri answer reader questions, mostly about playoff beards and candy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Luke Kerr-Dineen joins Ted Berg to recap the Masters and discuss Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s plea for better wi-fi at sporting events. Also, there's a lot of talk about Ethiopian food. Join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New York Mets pitching ace Noah Syndergaard talks blisters, Bartolo and bat-flips with host Ted Berg. Later in the podcast, we take reader questions, debate if the Mets can win a World Series before another world war breaks out and reach a solid compromise on why hockey fights are OK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Luke Kerr-Dineen joins Ted Berg this week to take a fascinating deep dive into the Masters tournament and explains why Augusta National Golf Club voluntarily leaves hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue on the table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oakland A's reliever Sean Doolittle talks to host Ted Berg about what really happens in the bullpen, bat-flips and his on going work helping refugees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charles Curtis joined Ted Berg to talk about whether President Trump should throw out the first pitch on opening day, the Final Four, Matt Foley, why the Raiders move to Las Vegas is going to be so awkward, and all the young talent in baseball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apinists Adrian Ballinger and Cory Richards are attempting to climb Everest this season and will Snapchat the entire experience. They talked to us about the massive amounts of prep work you need to do, what people eat on Everest and, most importantly, why the mountain that takes so many lives a year still needs to be climbed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Matt Paré is in his third season as a catcher with the San Francisco Giants organization. He talks to Ted Berg about life in the minor leagues when you're making less than minimum wage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's hard to contain our excitement over this one. Ted Berg chatted with ex-MTV news personality Tabitha Soren on her career change, her love of sports and her stunning new book of baseball photography. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Steph Curry joins the For The Win podcast to talk about his brother's success, why he tries to keep the kids off of social media and the NBA MVP race. Plus, Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri talk about the Oakland As and Sidney Crosby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg weighs in on the World Baseball Classic and says that it's kinda dumb, but also vastly underrated. Plus, producer Hemal Jhaveri joins to talk about the genius of Notorious B.I.G. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg talks the fastest 40 times, Seth Curry, and the World Baseball Classic with For the Win NBA editor Adi Joseph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We all love Daryl Dixon, but what skills would you need to make it as far as he has in The Walking Dead? Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri discuss that and other listener questions, like the Spacex plan to send people to the moon (28:17), the top-three athletes to road trip with (50:04), and how you know it's time to fire a head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
You Can Play Executive Director Wade Davis joins Hemal Jhaveri (taking over hosting duties for Ted Berg) to talk about the NHL's Hockey is for Everyone month. In this free flowing discussion, Davis discuses the importance of diversity and inclusion in hockey and pro sports. Davis also explains why he thinks an NHL locker room is ready to accept male, gay player, but it's the rest of the world we have to worry about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri discuss The Walking Dead and whether it's a show still worth watching after all of these years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg is joined by Alysha Tsuji as they discuss Kyrie Irving thinking the world is flat, A-Rod retiring and Alex Trebek being dope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg is joined by co-host Hemal Jhaveri who is back from vacation to talk about spring training, Indian food and answer listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg talks with Luke Kerr-Dineen about the potential Mayweather-McGregor fight, sportsmanship, and the start of spring training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg talks with Luke Kerr-Dineen about how hard it is to be a Knicks fan, baseball's pace of play rules, and the worst sandwiches they've ever eaten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg talks with FTW's newest addition Adi Joseph about whether LeBron James is the greatest of all-time, Lady Gaga's drone display at the Super Bowl and the upcoming baseball season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg talks to Charles Curtis about the best food to eat while you're watching the Super Bowl on Sunday, sports movies, and Noah Syndergaard's hair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg is joined by For The Win editor Nina Mandell as they discuss the ongoing feud between LeBron James and Charles Barkley as well as all of the other big sports stories of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg speaks with FTW's Luke Kerr-Dineen about branded uniforms coming to the NBA, when to fire a coach or manager, and whether pancakes are overrated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg speaks with newly elected Hall of Famer Tim Raines. For The Win's Maggie Hendricks joins Ted later to talk about woke NBA coaches, bowling, butterscotch pudding and figure skating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
World famous chef Mario Batali joins Ted Berg to discuss the best football foods for tailgating (2:13)and shares his recipe for big game wings. Plus, Ted and producer Hemal Jhaveri answer reader questions about yoga (21:32), the Nationals new spring training complex (36:17)and what exceptional sports skills they wish they had (45:56). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ice Cube wasn’t done watching Kobe Bryant play basketball, so he created a new professional league where guys like Kobe Bryant can play basketball and he tells Ted Berg all about it. Plus, Hemal Jhaveri talks Ovechkin and Crosby (24:43 and we answer your food questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3-time MLB World Series champion San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey joins Ted Berg on behalf of New Era to talk about how he spends his off-season and the challenges coming for the next season, Later on, FTW writer Andrew Joseph joins Ted to talk King Cakes and college basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The New England Patriots are undeniably great at football, but that doesn't make them likable. Ted Berg and Hemal Jhaveri talk about the Patriots likability factor and take reader questions about baseball Hall of Fame voting, hockey movies and why brunch is bad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg and Charles Curtis talk about the New York Giants partying with Justin Bieber in Miami and how it will affect their playoff hopes, sports teams possibly going to Las Vegas and why 2017 won't suck in the sports world among other big stories of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the last podcast of 2016, host Ted Berg and FTW producer Hemal Jhaveri discuss Ronda Rousey's media blackout before UFC 207 and what it means. They also take reader questions about (surprise!) food, including how hard it is to be a vegetarian (28:12), taco cleanses (43:22) and, as we wrap up a brutal 2016, why everything is awful, always. It gets weird at the end, but don't worry, we laugh our way through it. Happy New Year, guys! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Luke Kerr-Dineen joins host Ted Berg to go over what was a sneaky good week in sports. Plus, they chat about Tiger Woods and his epic Santa beard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg and Jonah Keri of CBS Sports and Sports Illustrated break down baseball Hall of Fame voting. Plus Ted and producer Hemal Jhaveri answer reader Q&As, mostly about food and holiday traditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Host Ted Berg gets in a heated debate with FTW writer and producer Hemal Jhaveri about the appropriate attire to wear on long flights, as well as the big moments from the past week in sports, including the passing of Craig Sager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For his time as host of the FTW Podcast, Ted Berg talks to the band Goodnight, Texas about all things sports and has them do a killer version of the Scott Stapp Marlins anthem, which is so, so good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nate Scott is back one last time with Luke Kerr-Dineen to talk to author Sam Weinman, about his latest non-fiction book, WIN AT LOSING: How Our Biggest Setbacks Can Lead To Our Greatest Gains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In a bittersweet edition of the pod, Luke Kerr-Dineen comes by to talk about soccer, golf, Tiger Woods, Chelsea, Man United, MLS Cup Final, and Nate says goodbye as host. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In a bittersweet edition of the podcast, Nate Scott hands over hosting duties to Ted Berg. The guys talk about Ted's plans for the future of the show (5:40), the Yankees retiring too many numbers (16:15), Bryce Harper and Mike Trout (29:30), and Nate's pick for albums of the year (39:58). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Inside the Pylon writer and NFL kicking expert Chuck Zodda joins the podcast to talk about the rash of missed extra points in the NFL. Is there something big going on? Is this an anomaly? Or is this what was to be expected after they moved the XP back? Also: Are kickers the worst coached athletes in pro sports? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SB Nation Soccer editor Kevin McCauley joins the podcast to talk about the end of Jurgen Klinsmann's tenure as USMNT manager and the team's new coach, Bruce Arena, who is re-taking the job after a 10-year absence. What undid Klinsmann? And is Arena the right man for the job right now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charles Curtis joins the podcast to talk about the state of the New York Knicks, what, exactly, Phil Jackson thinks he's doing with this team and his war of words with LeBron, and questions if the Dwight Howard honeymoon can last in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg joins the podcast to talk about the World Series, the great way the Cubs were constructed, how they move forward, getting to know Alex Rodriguez, voting, the election, ribs, and why Mike Trout on the Cubs would be so incredibly fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Luke Kerr-Dineen and Nate Scott first call Ted Berg, who is in line to vote, for his thoughts on NYC baked goods and this year's World Series. Then the guys talk about Chelsea, the Premier League, the weird NFL year, and who the second-best team in the league is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW features editor Chris Korman joins and flips the script, as he interviews Nate about a recent story on League of Legends and the future of eSports. The guys talk about the rapid expansion of the game and if/how it will ever cross over into the mainstream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ted Berg joins the podcast to preview the World Series between the Cubs and the Indians. The guys talk about the excellent managing we've seen this postseason, Francisco Lindor and Javier Baez, the perils of time zones and the Yellowstone Super Volcano. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In a special edition of the podcast, Nate's mom joins to make her weekly NFL picks. She also espouses on the virtues of JV sports, offers up some book recommendations, and talks about why she believes the Patriots could beat a team of interplanetary monsters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
USMNT all-time caps leader Cobi Jones joins the FTW Podcast to talk about the upcoming MLS playoffs, youth development, the relationship between Jurgen Klinsmann and MLS players, Landon Donovan's fitness, and Abby Wambach's dual-national comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
All Things Go founder and lifelong DC sports fan Zack Friendly joins the podcast to talk about another heartbreaking DC sports loss, and how he's slowly getting accustomed to the pain after the Nationals once again failed to pull through in a do-or-die home playoff game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
David Tanklefsky (Vice Sports, WBUR) joins the podcast to talk about the legacy of David Ortiz. Was his ending the right one? Why was he such a success in Boston? And how does he compare with the greatest Red Sox players of all time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charlotte Wilder (and new producer Jessie Karangu) join the podcast to talk about The Julian Edelman Football 101 Women's Clinic, which sounds terrible, but it isn't that simple. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW writer Luke Kerr-Dineen joins the podcast to talk about the conclusion to this weekend's Ryder Cup, what America learned about pairing the right personalities, the superhuman efforts of Rory McIlroy and Patrick Reed, the showdown between Lefty and Sergio, and why Brandt Snedeker was the unsung hero of the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The bad boys of golf journalism, Shane Ryan and Luke Kerr-Dineen, hop on the podcast to break down everything with the Ryder Cup. The guys evaluate the trash talk of Danny Willet's brother, the likely pairings, how Patrick Reed should paint whiskers on his face, and why the USA needs to win ... now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Snowboarding legend Travis Rice joins the FTW Podcast to talk about his new film, THE FOURTH PHASE, which is out October 3rd via Red Bull Media. The guys meet up at the High Line Hotel in NYC to talk about the future of snowboarding, the style vs. substance debate, the return to event-based filmmaking, and how Rice and friends' arrest in Russia helped change a community there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW writer and Boston native Charlotte Wilder joins the podcast to talk about the Patriots' stunning start, their big win over the Texans, and what they're going to do now with injuries to both backup quarterbacks Jimmy Garoppolo and Jacoby Brissett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hemal Jhaveri joins the podcast to talk about the World Cup of Hockey, Team Canada's dominance, the silly way the tournament was organized, and why Team USA has been such an utter disappointment. Plus Nate shills for Cory Schneider to be the goalie for Team USA ahead of their Tuesday night showdown with Team Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
All Things Go co-founder Zack Friendly joins the podcast to make NFL Week 2 picks, talk about the made-up but fun World Cup of Hockey, and preview the All Things Go Fall Classic, a music festival coming up in October to Washington, D.C. (http://atgfc2016.eventbrite.com/?aff=ftw) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former Jaguars front office member and Fanquest co-founder Daniel Adler joins the podcast to discuss NFL Week 1. The guys bounce around the league, talk about how hard it is to take into account time management for a head coach, what's going on with Jared Goff and the Rams, and how Colin Kaepernick wasn't that big of a distraction after all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Inside the Pylon senior writer Mark Schofield joins the podcast to talk all kinds of football. The guys debate the LSU quarterback situation, the Texas A&M defense, and Georgia's run game, then pivot to the NFL, where they discuss the bizarre Jared Goff situation in Los Angeles, and which aging WRs are still hugely valuable to their team. Plus, Pats predictions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chris Korman joins the podcast to discuss Penn State's continued insistence on honoring Joe Paterno, and what it says about the Penn State community and what Joe Pa meant to the school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charles Curtis joins the podcast to predict every division winner for the NFL this year. The guys have some they have no idea about (NFC East, AFC South) and some they very much do (AFC East, NFC South). Plus they talk about the frisky Jaguars and Raiders, who will come out of the loaded NFC West, and make super early Super Bowl predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Luke Kerr-Dineen joins the podcast to talk about the European Ryder Cup captain's picks, what the Americans should do, and after the break the guys give an update on the Premier League, plus geek out about the greatness of N'Golo Kante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Micah Peters of The Ringer joins the podcast to talk about his appearance on American Ninja Warrior, Manchester United's new look under Jose Mourinho (4:00), and Frank Ocean's breathtaking and difficult new album, Blonde (17:28). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTW features editor Chris Korman joins the podcast to discuss how the media handled the Ryan Lochte saga. Nate and Chris discuss how the coverage varied by location, how different it was on the ground in Brazil, how media doesn't need an agreed upon narrative any longer to provide rampant opinion, and what echo chambers mean for the future of sports coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices