Hang Up and Listen
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Aug 15, 2016 • 1h 14min
The Believably Unbelievable Edition
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by ProPublica’s David Epstein to discuss Usain Bolt, U.S. swimming, and the limits of human performance. Slate’s Jessica Winter also joins to discuss allegations of abuse against the Karolyis.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: hangup@slate.comShow notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 12, 2016 • 26min
Olympics Extra: The Field Hockey Heroes Edition
Josh Levin interviews 2016 U.S. Olympic field hockey star Michelle Vittese and 1984 U.S. field hockey Olympian Karen Shelton. Also, David Epstein of ProPublica assesses the greatness of British rowers Helen Glover and Heather Stanning.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: hangup@slate.comShow notes at http://slate.com/hangupEnding music by mtbrd http://mtbrd.bandcamp.com/ & Flamingosis https://flamingosis1.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 11, 2016 • 25min
Olympics Extra: The Don’t Swim Like a Terrestrial Mammal Edition
Josh Levin speaks with swim coach Terry Laughlin about what makes Katie Ledecky so fast in the water. Plus, David Epstein of ProPublica talks about how 43-year-old gold-medal-winning cyclist Kristin Armstrong defies the sports age curve.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: hangup@slate.comShow notes at http://slate.com/hangupEnding music by mtbrd http://mtbrd.bandcamp.com/ & Flamingosis https://flamingosis1.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 10, 2016 • 24min
Olympics Extra: The Final Five Edition
Josh Levin talks with writer Dvora Meyers about the U.S. women’s gymnastics team’s dominant win in the team all-around. Plus, David Epstein of ProPublica explains why elite female gymnasts are shrinking.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: hangup@slate.comShow notes at http://slate.com/hangupEnding music by mtbrd http://mtbrd.bandcamp.com/ & Flamingosis https://flamingosis1.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 9, 2016 • 21min
Olympics Extra: The Brazil After the Games Edition
Slate’s sports podcast talks to Franklin Foer about what will happen in Rio when the Olympics are gone, and David Epstein about the USA vs. Russia breaststroke dramatics.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: hangup@slate.comShow notes at http://slate.com/hangupEnding music by mtbrd http://mtbrd.bandcamp.com/ & Flamingosis https://flamingosis1.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 8, 2016 • 1h 3min
The Kids Don’t Tip Edition
Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and Justin Peters talk about NBC’s Olympics coverage, American jingoism, shooting sports, and gymnastics injuries. Then, Justin discusses his part-time job as a beer vendor at Wrigley Field.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: hangup@slate.comShow notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 1, 2016 • 1h 9min
The Semenya Dilemma Edition
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by ProPublica’s David Epstein to discuss Caster Semenya. Eugene Monroe also joins to talk about his retirement from the NFL and medical marijuana advocacy. Finally, they assess Ichiro Suzuki.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: hangup@slate.comShow notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 26, 2016 • 1h 10min
The Granny Shot Edition
Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the IOC’s decision not to make a decision about Russian Olympians; interview Tanisha Wright of the New York Liberty about WNBA players’ support of Black Lives Matter; and examine free throw psychology.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: hangup@slate.comShow notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 18, 2016 • 1h 8min
The Boiling Point Edition
Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca are joined by the Cleveland Browns’ Andrew Hawkins to discuss athlete activism. Jason Gay also joins to assess the Tour de France, and they discuss the paltry pay for minor league baseball players.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: hangup@slate.comShow notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 11, 2016 • 1h 4min
The Fleek Five Edition
Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and June Thomas discuss Serena Williams’ Wimbledon win. They’re also joined by the Irish Times’ Ken Early to talk about Portugal’s Euro 2016 victory, and Meghan O’Rourke joins for a conversation about the evolution of gymnastics.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: hangup@slate.comShow notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
