Will Leitch
Founder of Deadspin, New York magazine columnist, and author of several books. Known for his insightful commentary on sports and culture.
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May 30, 2025 • 24min
Movies in 2025: reduce, reuse, recycle
Will Leitch, a contributing columnist known for his insights on movies and cultural trends, joins the conversation to dissect Hollywood's relentless embrace of remakes. The discussion reveals the challenges of originality amid a sea of nostalgia, spotlighting successes like the live-action 'Lilo & Stitch' versus flops such as 'Snow White.' Leitch emphasizes the importance of communal movie experiences and critiques the industry's shift toward profit-driven storytelling, raising questions about the future of creativity in film.
Dec 30, 2024 • 1h 25min
Will Leitch & Pablo Torre: The Year In Sports (Shut Up & Dribble? Sure!)
Will Leitch, founder of Deadspin, and Pablo Torre, former ESPN writer, dive into the year's sports highlights with sharp insights. They discuss the remarkable rise of Caitlin Clark and the WNBA, and how sports provided solace during political tensions. The duo highlights the anticipation for the Paris Olympics and riffs on the evolving nature of sports media. They also tackle the complex role of athletes in activism and can’t resist taking jabs at Aaron Rodgers, blending humor with cultural commentary.
