Prove It On The Field
The HTD crew discusses the latest developments in the NBA playoffs, whether Derek Jeter is over or underrated, and the potential advantages of games at home in the playoffs.
May 16, 2017•49 min
Hot Takedown
Hot Takedown is the weekly sports podcast from FiveThirtyEight. On it, the crew uses numbers to dissect the week in sports, taking down some silly hot takes in the process.
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Episodes
Skeptically Impressed
The HTD crew discusses Isaiah Thomas vs. John Wall, the Mets' most recent struggles, and Nike's Breaking2 endeavor.
May 09, 2017•45 min
Kate Fagan's new podcast: "Free Cookies"
Kate has a new podcast! Take a listen to the first episode and subscribe in your favorite podcasting app.
May 04, 2017•32 min
Positions, Playoffs, and Paul Pierce
The HTD crew discusses the racial lines drawn around football positions, the NHL playoffs, and the retirement of Paul Pierce.
May 02, 2017•45 min
Rolling The Dice
The HTD crew previews the NFL draft, recaps the first round of the NBA playoffs, and checks in on the Champions League.
Apr 25, 2017•49 min
Take That For Data
The HTD crew talks with Nate Silver about why the save ruined relief pitching and investigates the sub-two hour marathon.
Apr 18, 2017•42 min
Hot Takedown's NBA MVP Smackdown
The HTD crew discusses five candidates (Curry, Leonard, James, Harden, and Westbrook) for MVP of the NBA this year and crowns our champ.
Apr 11, 2017•50 min
The Year of the Carolinas
The HTD crew discusses the men's and women's NCAA championships and the controversy around resting players in the NBA.
Apr 04, 2017•53 min
In Pursuit of Rings
The HTD crew breaks down the first two rounds of March Madness, examines the potential strike brewing in U.S. women's hockey, and previews the MLB's National League.
Mar 21, 2017•48 min
It's A Glitch!
The HTD crew dives into March Madness, chatting the men's and women's brackets and offering advice for making your picks. We also break down the NFL's latest free agency news.
Mar 14, 2017•54 min
Hot Takedown: Live from MIT Sloan
Our second live show! We chat with Ravens center John Urschel about math and football, debate what Kevin Durantâs injury might mean for the Warriors, and talk NHL trades.
Mar 07, 2017•58 min
In A World Without Stats
The HTD crew talks about the intersection of athletics and politics, discusses Claudio Ranieri's firing from Leicester City, and imagines baseball without statistics.
Feb 28, 2017•54 min
An All-Basketball Bonanza
The HTD crew discusses DeMarcus Cousins' move to New Orleans, checks in on men's college basketball and ponders if James Harden is as much of an MVP as he thinks he is.
Feb 21, 2017•55 min
Deadlines, Dynasties, and Data
The HTD crew breaks down the NBA trade deadline, reviews the collapse of the Red Wings' dynastic glory, and chats home runs in the MLB.
Feb 14, 2017•54 min
Hall of Famers
The HTD crew breaks down the record shattering Superbowl LI and investigates whether Terrell Owens deserves to be in the Hall of Fame. Plus, a significant digit on the WNBA.
Feb 07, 2017•53 min
Superbowlie: Hot Takedown's Super Bowl Special
The HTD crew discusses the Super Bowl. Plus: the Australian Open, Charles Barkley vs. LeBron James, and more.
Jan 31, 2017•55 min
The Best Part About A Streak
The HTD crew discusses the AFC and NFC championship games, chats with Duke's Lexie Brown on women's basketball, and takes a look at the Sixers' surprising hot streak.
Jan 24, 2017•54 min
The Pressure Factor
The HTD crew breaks down the Packers' 34-13 victory over the Cowboys, the current state of the English Premier League, and whether Carmelo Anthony should leave the Knicks.
Jan 17, 2017•48 min
Come On, Man
The HTD crew discusses Clemson's stunning fourth quarter defeat of the Crimson Tide, the possibility that a yacht made Odell Beckham Jr. play poorly, and streaks in the NHL.
Jan 10, 2017•50 min
The Other Side of the Coin
The HTD crew previews Alabama vs. Clemson, chats on the quarterback injuries impacting the NFL playoff field, and investigates the Rockets' hot streak.
Jan 03, 2017•54 min
Bowls, Brock, and Bells That Go Jingle
The HTD crew discusses college football and whether we've hit peak bowl numbers, Brock Osweiler's troubles in Texas, and if the Elo system can be applied to Christmas movies.
Dec 20, 2016•50 min
Who's Your Rat King?
The HTD crew surveys the NFL playoff landscape, takes a deeper look at Andrew Wiggins' stats, and talks ties in Major League Soccer.
Dec 13, 2016•52 min
More Rising to Be Risen
The HTD crew chats about college football playoff picks, the seemingly unstoppable Russell Westbrook, and what the new collective bargaining agreement means for the MLB.
Dec 06, 2016•52 min
We Need a New Eye Test
The HTD crew discusses basketball, taking a look at men's and women's college teams as their seasons get underway. Plus, a return to the deadlocked World Chess Championship.
Nov 29, 2016•54 min
If It Ain't Broke, Don't Optimize It
The HTD crew discusses the Packers' ongoing struggles, Thanksgiving football, and the firing of Jurgen Klinsmann as U.S. soccer coach.
Nov 22, 2016•46 min
Ahead Of Their Time - Randall Cunningham
Our series concludes with the "ultimate weapon," Randall Cunningham of the Philadelphia Eagles, who could do it all before anyone knew what to do with someone like him.
Nov 17, 2016•31 min
A Downhill Slide For Humans
The HTD crew discusses the Steelers' insistence on going for two points, college football upsets and chats to Oliver Roeder about the World Chess Championship.
Nov 15, 2016•42 min
This Podcast Is Not About The Election
The crew discusses the choice between Dak Prescott and Tony Romo, 538's College Football forecast and chats to new 538 writer Chris Herring about bad teams in the NBA.
Nov 08, 2016•48 min
Ahead Of Their Time - The Two-Handed Backhand
The story of Peaches Bartkowicz, Chris Evert, and the rise of a new way to hit the tennis ball. Reported by Emma Morgenstern.
Nov 03, 2016•24 min
Emergency Pod: Cubs Win After 108 Years
Chad and Neil get together to break down the numbers behind the Cubs' historic victory. They also chat to Ollie Roeder about how that final out felt for a Cubs fan.
Nov 03, 2016•21 min
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