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Jul 16, 2014 • 28min
Dan Savage Says Cheating Happens. And That's OK.
Infidelity has kept Savage's marriage exciting and fun, and he's not afraid to talk about it. But there are things even the bluntest sex columnist feels uncomfortable discussing.Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 14, 2014 • 1h 2min
Hang Up and Listen: The Ohio Player Edition
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Germany’s World Cup win, Lionel Messi’s loss, and what the heck happened to Brazil. They also talk about LeBron James’s return to Cleveland, and his decision to make the announcement in Sports Illustrated.Show notes at www.slate.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 11, 2014 • 40min
HUAL World Cup Extra: The Myth of Jogo Bonito Edition
In this episode of Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi sift through the aftermath of the semifinals. They also talk with reporter Matt Negrin about his experience covering the only indigenous professional team in Brazil.Show notes at www.slate.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 9, 2014 • 48min
The Culture Gabfest: Babbling Brooks Edition
Slate critics Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens, and guest June Thomas discuss the action blockbuster and political allegory film Snowpiercer, the campy and catty British TV import Vicious, and David Brooks tells us that we should all strive to be deep. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 8, 2014 • 46min
HUAL World Cup Extra: The Dutch, Masters of Gamesmanship Edition
On today’s episode of Howler Magazine's Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi discuss Dutch diving, conflicts faced by African teams, whether crowds are representative of Brazil's typical soccer-watching demographics, and more.Show notes at www.slate.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 7, 2014 • 1h 12min
Hang Up and Listen: The Going Mouth to Mouth Edition
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Neymar, Messi, penalties, and other World Cup matters. The New York Times’ Ben Rothenberg also joins to talk Wimbledon, and Major League Eating CEO George Shea chews over the state of competitive eating.Show notes at www.slate.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 2, 2014 • 34min
HUAL World Cup Extra: The Tim Howard Is Everywhere Edition
In today’s episode of Howler Magazine’s Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi talk about the U.S. loss to Belgium. They’re also joined by Dr. Emilio Bruna to discuss the Brazilian government’s failed environmental promises. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 2, 2014 • 47min
The Culture Gabfest: Grief Sandwich Edition
Slate critics Stephen Metcalf, Julia Turner, and guest John Swansburg discuss the rom com spoof They Came Together, the rapturously dark HBO show "The Leftovers," and The Onion's new clickbait parody website Clickhole. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 2, 2014 • 19min
Alpha Dad Gets Snipped
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Jun 30, 2014 • 1h 5min
Hang Up and Listen: The Soft Rock and Salary Caps Edition
Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca discuss the end of the group stage and the beginning of the knockout round at the World Cup. They also talk about team-building in the NBA and MLB and debate the strategies of the 76ers, Astros, and A’s.Show notes at www.slate.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
