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Thru the Ringer

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Thru The Ringer with Tate Frazier presents conversations with The Ringer’s deep bench of experts to discuss the top sports stories of the day. Wise Wednesdays hosted by John Jastremski brings you all of the odds, angles, opinions, analysis, and picks throughout the sports world with betting experts from the Ringer and beyond.
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Episodes

Is This the Start of a Thunder Dynasty? Plus, the Biggest What-if In NBA Finals History, and the 2025 NBA Draft | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to talk about the Thunder winning the NBA Finals and whether this will be the start of a dynasty. Next, they cover topics around the sports world, including the NBA draft, and the biggest "what-if" in NBA Finals history. Finally, Tyler Parker joins to discuss the Thunder's Finals run and their historic season. Hosts: Tate FrazierGuest: Cousin Sal and Tyler ParkerProducers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Cameron Dinwiddie, Michael Szokoli, and Chris Wohlers The Ri...

Jun 25, 202553 min

Pacers-Thunder Game 3, Panthers-Oilers Game 4, and the NBA's Biggest Screw-Up | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to talk about Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final, and discuss what was the NBA's biggest screw-up this year. Following this, Bryan Curtis joins to give his thoughts on the media feud between Pablo Torre and Bill Simmons, the NBA Finals, and Aaron Rodgers signing with the Steelers. Host: Tate FrazierGuests: Cousin Sal and Bryan CurtisProducers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Cameron Dinwiddie, Michael Szokoli, and Jonathan Frias The Ringer i...

Jun 11, 202553 min

Can the Pacers Beat the Thunder, Line Look Aheads, and a Stanley Cup Rematch | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to talk about the Pacers possibly upsetting the Thunder, discuss the Stanley Cup rematch, and look at the lines for Wednesday's games. Next, Tyler Parker joins to discuss the NBA Finals and the Thunder's new Big Three. Host: Tate FrazierGuests: Cousin Sal and Tyler ParkerProducers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Cameron Dinwiddie, Michael Szokoli, and Jonathan Frias The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit theringer.com/RG to learn more about t...

Jun 04, 202553 min

Thunder Dominate Game 4, Line Look-Aheads, and the Future of Philly Sports | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to react to the most recent news around the sports world and look at the lines for Wednesday's games. Next, Chris Ryan joins to discuss the Thunder dominating Game 4 of the WCF, previewing Game 5, and what the future looks like for Philly sports. Host: Tate FrazierGuests: Cousin Sal and Chris RyanProducers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Cameron Dinwiddie, Michael Szokoli, and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit theringer.com...

May 28, 202553 min

NBA and NHL Conference Finals, Is Brock Purdy the Most Overpaid QB, and the NBA Draft | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the NBA and NHL conference finals and whether Brock Purdy is now the most overpaid quarterback. Next, J. Kyle Mann joins to discuss the upcoming NBA draft and what the top three picks will look like. Host: Tate FrazierGuests: Cousin Sal and J. Kyle MannProducers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Cameron Dinwiddie, Michael Szokoli, and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit theringer.com/RG to learn more about the resour...

May 21, 202553 min

Over/Under Reactions: Is the NBA Draft Rigged? And What's Up With Bill Belichick? | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to dive into some Over/Under Reactions concerning questions such as "Is the NBA draft rigged?" and "Is Michael Jordan going to 'NBA on NBC' better than 'Roundball Rock' being brought back?" Next, they look ahead to Wednesday's NBA lines before Bryan Curtis joins to discuss what's going on with Bill Belichick and his "must-watch" nominees. Host: Tate FrazierGuests: Cousin Sal and Bryan CurtisProducers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Cameron Dinwiddie, Michael Szok...

May 14, 202553 min

Over/Under Reactions, Line Look-Aheads, and Champions League Semifinals | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to determine what's an over or under reaction to questions such as: "Will LeBron win another title?" and "Was losing Jalen Brunson worse than losing Luka Doncic for the Mavericks?" Next, they look at the lines for Wednesday's NBA games. Finally, Anthony Dabbundo joins to recap the Champions League semifinals. Host: Tate FrazierGuests: Cousin Sal and Anthony DabbundoProducers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Cameron Dinwiddie, Michael Szokoli, Jonathan Frias, and O...

May 07, 202553 min

NFL Draft Reactions and an NBA Playoff Update | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to recap the NFL draft, answer the riverboat question of what the worst call of 2025 has been, and look ahead at some future lines in the NBA, NFL, MLB, and NHL. Then, Logan Murdock joins to talk about the NBA playoffs, including which 1-seed has the best chance to win the title and the end of the Heat culture. Host: Tate FrazierGuests: Cousin Sal and Logan MurdockProducers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Cameron Dinwiddie, Michael Szokoli, Jonathan Frias, and Os...

Apr 30, 202553 min

NBA Playoff Update and the Latest NFL Draft News | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss Kawhi Leonard's playoff performance, the NCAA transfer portal, and the lines for Wednesday's NBA action. Next, JJ joins the show to recap the latest results in the NBA playoffs, discuss who the Giants and Jets will be taking in the NFL draft, and Juan Soto's slow start with the Mets. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal and John Jastremski Producers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Cameron Dinwiddie, Michael Szokoli, Jonathan Frias, and Oscar De La Luz...

Apr 23, 202553 min

Rory Wins The Masters, NBA Play-In Games, and NFL Draft Narratives | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss Rory winning the Masters, Nico Iamaleava leaving Tennessee, Aaron Rodgers linked to the Saints, and the NBA play-in games, before Bryan Curtis joins to talk the Masters broadcast, NBA playoff narratives, and NFL draft narratives. Hosts: Tate Frazier Guest: Cousin Sal, Bryan Curtis Producers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew Van Steenbergen, Michael Szokoli, Jack Wilson, Jonathan Frias The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit theri...

Apr 16, 202553 min

NBA Awards, the NFL Draft, and NBA Best Bets | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Wosny Lambre to give out his NBA awards for the season, before Danny Heifetz joins to talk about the NFL draft, and Raheem Palmer gives out his NBA best bets. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Danny Heifetz, Raheem Palmer, and Wosny Lambre Producers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew Van Steenbergen, Michael Szokoli, Oscar De La Luz, Jack Wilson, and Ronak Nair The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit theringer.com/RG to learn more about the resources and help...

Apr 11, 202553 min

Masters Week and "One Shining Moment" | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to recap the weekend in sports, including the torpedo bat, the Final Four, and Ovechkin breaking Gretzky's record. They then answer the riverboat question of whom they'd most like to see sing "One Shining Moment" before they preview the Masters. Host: Tate Frazier Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew Van Steenbergen, Michael Szokoli, Oscar De La Luz, Jack Wilson, and Ronak Nair The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visi...

Apr 09, 202553 min

Final Four Props, and NFL Draft Preview With Todd McShay | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to react to the most recent sports stories of the weekend, like the Yankees' torpedo bats and the elimination of chain gangs in the NFL, before moving on to their best bets for the Final Four. Then, Todd McShay joins for an NFL draft preview. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal and Todd McShay Producers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew Van Steenbergen, Michael Szokoli, Oscar De La Luz, Jack Wilson, and Ronak Nair The Ringer is committed to responsible gamin...

Apr 02, 202553 min

On to the Sweet 16, and Danny Kelly's Draft Board | Thru the Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the opening rounds of the NCAA tourney and the best Sweet 16 bets before Danny Kelly joins to go over his NFL draft board. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal and Danny Kelly Producers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew Van Steenbergen, Michael Szokoli, Oscar De La Luz, and Jack Wilson The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit theringer.com/RG to learn more about the resources and helplines available, and listen to the end of the ...

Mar 26, 202553 min

Tourney Talk and the Best Sports-Related Theme Song | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss UNC getting into the tourney, the Bill Belichick photo, the best sports-related theme song, and the lines going into the NCAA tournament. Then, Steven Ruiz joins to discuss the different regions of the bracket, what the Round 1 upset will be, and which team can make a Cinderella run. Host: Tate Frazier Guest: Cousin Sal and Steven Ruiz Producers: Sirushi Witte, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew Van Steenbergen, Michael Szokoli, and Oscar de la Luz The Ringer is com...

Mar 19, 202553 min

The Worst Part of the Sports Calendar, Track to the Future, and Champions League Winner

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the worst part of the sports calendar, who should replace Jimmy Johnson on Fox, and which team deserves a nine-part documentary next, before Anthony Dabbundo joins to talk Champions League and USMNT players to watch for the 2026 World Cup. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal and Anthony Dabbundo Producers: Jack Wilson, Travis Lafaille, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew Van Steenbergen, Michael Szokoli, and Oscar De La Luz The Ringer is committed to responsible ga...

Mar 05, 202553 min

Knicks Woes, Best Sports Movie Performance, and Banning the Tush Push

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss Rodgers's future, the Cowboys trading Micah Parsons, whether the NFL should ban the tush push, and the best sports movie performance of all time. Next, JJ joins to discuss the Knicks’ woes against top teams, the Yankees' resigning Aaron Boone, and St. John's success. Hosts: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal and John Jastremski Producers: Jack Wilson, Sirushi Witte, Chris Wohlers, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew Van Steenbergen, Michael Szokoli, Oscar De La Luz The ...

Feb 26, 202553 min

The All-Star Game Problem and NFL Offseason Drama

Tate Frazier is joined by Bryan Curtis and Howard Beck to discuss NBA All-Star Weekend, the future of pro sports All-Star events, and the latest NFL offseason drama. Hosts: Tate Frazier Guest: Cousin Sal, Bryan Curtis, Howard Beck Producers: Jack Wilson, Travis Lafaille, Chris Wohlers, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew Van Steenbergen, Michael Szokoli The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit theringer.com/RG to learn more about the resources and helplines available, and listen to the e...

Feb 19, 202553 min

Super Bowl Recap, Way-Too-Early Predictions, and an Early Look at the NFL Draft | Thru The Ringer

Tate is joined by Sal and Danny Heifetz to recap the Super Bowl, discuss who the biggest loser of Super Bowl LIX was, and give out way-too-early predictions for next year before Danny Kelly joins the show to take an early look at the 2025 NFL draft. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal, Danny Kelly, and Danny Heifetz Producers: Jack Wilson, Travis Lafaille, Chris Wohlers, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew Van Steenbergen, and Michael Szokoli The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit th...

Feb 12, 202553 min

Super Bowl Bets, Luka to LA, and NBA Trade Frenzy | Thru The Ringer

Tate and Sal dive into Super Bowl prop bets, discuss NBA trades including Luka Dončić’s surprising move to the Lakers, and break down the Spurs’ and Kings' recent moves before Wosny Lambre joins to analyze the trades and the NBA’s mid-season standings. Hosts: Tate Frazier Guest: Cousin Sal, Wos Lambre Producers: Jack Wilson, Travis Lafaille, Chris Wohlers, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew Van Steenbergen, Michael Szokoli The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit theringer.com/RG to lea...

Feb 05, 202553 min

Will the Chiefs Three-Peat, Brady Calling the Super Bowl, and the Era of Arch | Thru The Ringer

Tate and Cousin Sal break down the conference championships, from Mahomes's dominance to questionable calls in the Bills' loss. They dive into Over/Under Reactions, including Saquon Barkley’s historic season and Andy Reid’s coaching legacy. Then, Bryan Curtis joins to discuss Tom Brady’s Super Bowl future, the Chiefs’ quest for a three-peat, and the era of Arch. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal and Bryan Curtis Producers: Jack Wilson, Travis Lafaille, Chris Wohlers, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew...

Jan 29, 202553 min

Divisional-Round Reactions, Line Look Aheads, and a Gift for Tate | Thru The Ringer

On this episode, Tate Frazier and Cousin Sal recap everything from the divisional round in the NFL to the CFP championship, and then Tate finally gets his Christmas gift from Sal. They also tackle a series of Over/Under Reactions and look ahead to the conference championship lines. Then, Nora Princiotti joins to discuss the AFC and NFC playoff pictures, the Chiefs' title chances, and what it will take for Lamar Jackson to win a Super Bowl. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal and Nora Princiott...

Jan 22, 202553 min

Wild-Card Chaos, Coaching Shake-Ups, and Playoff Predictions | Thru The Ringer

In this episode, Tate Frazier and Cousin Sal recap the story lines from the NFL, including the Cowboys' next head coach and Carson Beck's next contract. Next, they look ahead at the lines for the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. Finally, Diante Lee joins to preview the upcoming playoff matchups, including Lamar Jackson vs. Josh Allen and the Rams' road to Philly. Plus, they discuss the College Football Playoff expansion, Arch Manning at Texas, and top draft prospects. Host: Tate Frazier Gue...

Jan 15, 202553 min

Worst Day in Patriots History, 2025's Most Absurd Sports Predictions, and an AFC/NFC Playoff Preview | Thru The Ringer

In this episode, Tate Frazier and Cousin Sal recap the recent story lines from the sports world, including topics like Jimmy Butler's trade request, Ja'Marr Chase's triple crown, and Bill Simmons's declaration that New England's Week 18 win was one of the worst days in Patriots history. Next, they give their most absurd sports predictions for 2025 and look ahead at the lines for wild-card weekend. Then, Nora Princiotti joins to discuss the recent coach firings, which quarterback will break throu...

Jan 08, 202553 min

Brock Purdy's Next Contract, the College Football Playoffs, and the NFL on Netflix | Thru The Ringer

In this episode, Tate Frazier and Cousin Sal recap NFL Week 15, discuss Mike Evans eventually being in the Hall of Fame, Brock Purdy's next contract, and Jonathan Taylor's fantasy mishap. They also track to the future, previewing both the ‘TNF’ game and the CFP. Then, Bryan Curtis joins to discuss Bill Belichick going to UNC, Netflix streaming an NFL game on Christmas Day, and a Tom Brady progress report. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal and Bryan Curtis Producers: Jack Wilson, Sirushi Witt...

Dec 18, 202453 min

Belichick to UNC, Josh Allen for MVP, and the Wild NFC West | Thru The Ringer

In this episode, Tate Frazier and Cousin Sal recap NFL Week 14, cover Bill Belichick’s potential move to North Carolina, and go over the thrilling Bills vs. Rams game. They also tackle Over/Under Reactions on Josh Allen’s MVP chances and the Steelers’ AFC dominance. Then, Nora Princiotti joins to discuss the AFC playoff race, the Jets' struggles, the Wild NFC West, and other NFC story lines like the Eagles’ narrow win and the NFC South race. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal and Nora Princio...

Dec 11, 202453 min

Planting the Flag, Saquon's Record Pursuit, and Which College Team Has the Most to Lose | Thru The Ringer

n this episode, Tate Frazier and Cousin Sal break down NFL Week 13, covering everything from snow games to Jameis Winston’s gunslinging to UNC’s potential coaching hire. They dive into Over/Under Reactions on topics like Aaron Rodgers' podcast, the Bengals' wasted talent, and LeBron’s aging career. Then, Diante Lee joins to discuss whether the Bills are the AFC’s most complete team, Justin Tucker’s struggles with the Ravens, and Saquon's pursuit of the rushing record. They also touch on college ...

Dec 04, 202453 min

Saquon for MVP, NFL Playoff Push, and Rodgers’s Next Destination | Thru The Ringer

Cousin Sal joins Tate Frazier to break down the latest NFL action from Week 12. They discuss Jim Harbaugh’s tough loss on ‘Monday Night Football,’ Bryce Young’s breakthrough performance, and why Saquon Barkley is a legitimate MVP candidate. The duo also dives into a series of Over/Under Reactions, covering everything from the Commanders’ kicking woes to the SEC’s chances in the College Football Playoff. Later, Tate is joined by Nora Princiotti to talk about the Patriots' coaching situation, the ...

Nov 27, 202453 min

NFL Chaos, Track to the Future, and the NBA So Far | Thru the Ringer

Tate Frazier and Cousin Sal recap NFL Week 11, discussing the Chiefs' loss to the Bills, Aaron Rodgers potentially joining the Vikings, and the Lions' playoff hopes. They also dive into their Over/Under Reactions segment, covering everything from Chris Boswell's kicking performance to NFL coaching changes. Next, they preview Steelers vs. Browns on ‘TNF,’ share college football upset picks, and discuss Tennessee's playoff chances. Then, NBA expert Wosny Lambre joins to break down the Knicks' hot ...

Nov 20, 202453 min

Mahomes's Dominance, Rough Week for Florida, and the Tate Debate | Thru The Ringer

Tate Frazier and Cousin Sal break down NFL Week 10, discussing Bryce Young, Dak Prescott's luck, and the Bears’ quarterback dilemma. They dive into Over/Under Reactions, covering Mahomes’s dominance, the Dolphins' weekend rescue, and the NFC's top contenders. Tate and Sal also give their College Football Playoff upset specials. Next, Nora Princiotti joins to analyze AFC storylines, from the Patriots' QB future to the Chiefs' championship chances, before moving to the NFC teams, including the Cow...

Nov 13, 202453 min
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