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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

Patriots Fall to 0-2, NY Football Is All Tied Up, Bears Fall Again, and Is It Time to Start Worrying About Jalen Hurts? | The Local Angle

Brian Barrett reacts to the Patriots' loss to the Dolphins on 'SNF' and their fall to 0-2. John Jastremski breaks down the state of NY football, as both the Giants and Jets are now tied at 1-1 on the season. Then, Jason Goff talks about the biggest issues for the Bears and rounds up Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak to preview Week 3 for the Eagles. Hosts: Brian Barrett, John Jastremski, Jason Goff, Sheil Kapadia, and Ben Solak Producers: Stefan Anderson, Steve Ceruti, Cliff Augustin, Chris Sutton, Ja...

Sep 18, 202353 min

Week 2 NFL Power Rankings, Prop Culture: Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift DEBUNKED, and TKO Group Explained | Thru The Ringer

Tate Frazier is joined by Nora Princiotti to preview Week 2 of the NFL season, power rank the top five teams right now, discuss who the Jets need as a replacement for Aaron Rodgers, and get into the latest segment of Prop Culture debunking the Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift rumors. Plus, David Shoemaker joins Tate to break down the WWE-UFC merger, and the creation of TKO Group and what it could mean for the sports world. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Nora Princiotti and David Shoemaker Producers: Tucker...

Sep 15, 202353 min

Jets MNF Win, Aaron Rodgers Injury Reaction, Track to the Future, and Previewing NFL Week 2 Lines With Cousin Sal and John Jastremski | Thru the Ringer

Tate Frazier and Cousin Sal react to the Jets’ comeback win on ‘Monday Night Football,’ Aaron Rodgers’s injury, and preview the Week 2 NFL lines. Tate and Sal introduce Track to the Future, wherein each week they will discuss futures bets and how MNF's game affected the odds. Plus, John Jastremski joins the guys in recapping Week 1 of the 2023 NFL season and much more! Hosts: Tate Frazier and Cousin Sal Guest: John Jastremski Producers: Jack Wilson, Danny Corrales, Jonathan Frias, and Tucker Tas...

Sep 12, 202352 min

Giants Embarrassed by Cowboys, Eagles Sneak by Patriots, and Bears Lose to Packers | The Local Angle

John Jastremski reacts to the Giants' massive loss in prime time to the Cowboys, Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak discuss takeaways from the Eagles' slim win over the Patriots, and Brian Barrett talks about how impressive the Patriots defense performed. Plus, Jason Goff's observations on Justin Fields in the Bears' loss to the Packers. Hosts: John Jastremski, Sheil Kapadia, Ben Solak, Brian Barrett, and Jason Goff Producers: Stefan Anderson, Steve Ceruti, Cliff Augustin, Chris Sutton, Jamie McClellan...

Sep 11, 202353 min

NFL Kickoff, Best Bets for the Weekend, and Billy Walters Joins | Cousin Sal's Winning Weekend

In the premiere episode, Cousin Sal recaps the opening game of the NFL season before being joined by a member of the Degenerate Trifecta, Harry Gagnon, to give out their best bets for the weekend. They are then joined by gambling legend Billy Walters, who talks about his gambling history, his strategy, and what it takes to be a successful gambler. Host: Cousin Sal Guests: Harry Gagnon and Billy Walters Producers: Michael Szokoli, Joel Solomon, Jack Wilson, and Tucker Tashjian Learn more about yo...

Sep 08, 202354 min

Missing Mookie, and Is Robert Saleh on the Hot Seat?

Brian Barrett recaps an eventful weekend for former Red Sox MVP Mookie Betts against his former team (:20) before Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak discuss how the Eagles trimmed the roster to 53 (12:93). Then Jason Goff reacts to the moves by White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf (24:38), and John Jastremski talks Yankees and whether Jets head coach Robert Saleh is on the hot seat (36:10). Hosts: Brian Barrett, Sheil Kapadia, Ben Solak, Jason Goff, and John Jastremski Producers: Stefan Anderson, Jamie McCl...

Aug 31, 202352 min

College Football Is Back, US Open Tennis Preview, and ‘Undisputed’ 2.0 | Thru The Ringer

Tate Frazier hosts Bryan Curtis to discuss the return of college football. Could Caleb Williams repeat as Heisman Trophy winner, and will Arch Manning play this season? Plus, Tate and Bryan break down ‘Undisputed’ 2.0 with Keyshawn Johnson, Michael Irvin, and Richard Sherman joining Skip Bayless, while Shannon Sharpe joins Stephen A. Smith on the new ‘First Take.’ Then, Katie Baker joins Tate to talk the US Open tennis tournament, favorites to win this year, pressure on American players, which c...

Aug 29, 202353 min

Mac Jones Primed for a Great Year? Plus, the Biggest Concern for the Eagles

Brian Barrett kicks off the show with a breakdown of Mac Jones’s solid training camp performance for the Patriots (:22) before Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak discuss the biggest concern of the Eagles offense (12:04). Plus, Jason Goff reacts to the White Sox firings (23:45). Then, John Jastremski talks about the Yankees' all-time low, in addition to the Jets and Giants as they head into their last preseason games (35:52). Hosts: Brian Barrett, Sheil Kapadia, Ben Solak, Jason Goff, and John Jastremsk...

Aug 24, 202352 min

NFL Preseason Impressions and Gauging the Lions, Steelers, and Jets Hype | Thru The Ringer

Tate Frazier hosts Ben Solak to discuss the latest from NFL preseason, what teams have made the biggest impressions, and which players have stood out the most. Plus, Ben reveals why he's buying the Lions hype and what has made Ben Johnson, their offensive coordinator, so successful in rebuilding Jared Goff around his offense. Then, Tate and Ben discuss their expectations for Aaron Rodgers's debut on the Jets, the Kenny Pickett–George Pickens connection, and their way-too-soon Super Bowl predicti...

Aug 22, 202353 min

Patriots Sign Ezekiel Elliott, Jalen Hurts Training Camp Reactions, Jets Sign Dalvin Cook, and Luis Robert Jr.'s Success | The Local Angle

Brian Barrett and Danny Kelly break down the Patriots' signing of Ezekiel Elliott and what to expect from Mac Jones this season. Then, Sheil Kapadia is joined by EJ Smith to share their biggest takeaways from Eagles training camp. Plus, Jason Goff on why Luis Robert Jr. has been so successful this season and how the White Sox lack leadership. And John Jastremski reacts to the Jets' signing of Dalvin Cook and explains how their running back room will adjust. Hosts: Brian Barrett, Sheil Kapadia, J...

Aug 17, 202353 min

Cowboys, Patriots, and Rams Training Camp Observations and Unwritten Rules for Fantasy Football | Thru The Ringer

Tate Frazier hosts Nora Princiotti to discuss her observations from being at the Cowboys, Patriots, and Rams training camps, including how the Cowboys are taking extreme measures to help Dak Prescott avoid throwing interceptions and how Malik Cunningham may be the Patriots' secret weapon. Plus, Danny Heifetz on the unwritten rules of fantasy football and some of his top picks for the players you need to draft this season. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Nora Princiotti and Danny Heifetz Producers: Da...

Aug 15, 202357 min

A Look at the AFC East, Eagles Camp, and the White Sox Ship is Sinking

Brian Barrett and John Jastremski take a look at all things AFC East as preseason games begin (1:10) before Jason Goff discusses his decision to jump off the White Sox ship before it sinks (24:22). Then Sheil Kapadia’s joined by Zach Berman to react to some of the Eagles moves in training camp (36:40) Hosts: Brian Barrett, John Jastremski, Jason Goff and Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producers: Stefan Anderson, Donnie Beacham Jr., Jamie McClellan, Chris Sutton, Tony Gill, Clifford Augustin, a...

Aug 10, 202352 min

NFL Preseason Story Lines and Predictions, Plus the Future of the Running Back Position | Thru The Ringer

Tate Frazier hosts Nora Princiotti to break down the biggest story lines of the NFL heading into the first week of the preseason. They discuss bold predictions for the regular season, the latest on Josh Jacobs's holdout, Jonathan Taylor vs. the Colts, favorite training camp beefs, and what the future of the running back position in the NFL is. Host: Tate Frazier Guest: Nora Princiotti Producers: Conor Nevins and Tucker Tashjian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 07, 20231 hr 1 min

Recapping the MLB Trade Deadline, and Talkin’ Training Camp

Brian Barrett takes a look at what the Red Sox did and didn’t do prior to the trade deadline (:11), before Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak dig into the Eagles training camp thus far (12:10). Plus, Jason Goff, Tony Gill, and Chris Sutton take a look at the the Cubs and White Sox coming out of the trade deadline (23:20) and John Jastremski recaps the moves of the Yankees and Mets (35:23). Hosts: Brian Barrett, Sheil Kapadia, Ben Solak, Jason Goff, Tony Gill, Chris Sutton, and John Jastremski Producers...

Aug 03, 202351 min

Fantasy Football Preview, MLB Best Bets, and the Rodgers-Jets Honeymoon

Tate Frazier kicks the show off talking Fantasy Football with Danny Kelly (:58), before digging into the MLB with John Jastremski (21:00), and discussing how long the Aaron Rodgers honeymoon with the Jets will last (42:57). Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Danny Kelly and John Jastremski Producers: Danny Corrales, Donnie Beacham, Kyle Crichton, and Mark Panik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 01, 202356 min

Jaylen Brown Gets Paid, and Dalvin Cook to the Jets?

Brian Barrett kicks off the show with a reaction to Jaylen Brown’s historic supermax contract extension (:10), before Sheil Kapadia and EJ Smith talk Eagles training camp (12:11). Then Jason Goff discusses the crosstown classic between the Cubs and White Sox (23:50) and JJ discusses the possibility of Dalvin Cook joining the Jets (39:24). Hosts: Brian Barrett, Sheil Kapadia, Jason Goff, and John Jastremski Guest: EJ Smith Producers: Stefan Anderson, Donnie Beacham Jr., Jamie McClellan, Chris Sut...

Jul 28, 202352 min

Herbert’s Historic Contract and Bronny James Hospitalized

Tate Frazier is joined by Ringer staff writer Nora Princiotti to discuss the Justin Herbert and Saquon Barkley contract extensions (1:27), the Future vs. Russell Wilson beef (12:30), and Travis Kelce shooting his shot (17:29). Then, Jovan Buha, staff writer at The Athletic, joins to react to Bronny James’s hospitalization (25:17), the Lakers' offseason plans (34:10), and Jaylen Brown’s supermax deal (42:49). Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Nora Princiotti and Jovan Buha Producers: Danny Corrales, Don...

Jul 27, 202353 min

Trading Joel Embiid, and the Saquon Standoff

Brian Barrett kicks things off with a preview of the Patriots offense (:40), before Raheem Palmer, Chris Ryan, and Cliff Augustin discuss Joel Embiid’s future with the Sixers (12:09). Plus, Jason Goff addresses the Northwestern University hazing scandal (23:17), and JJ talks the state of running back contracts in the NFL (35:45). Hosts: Brian Barrett, Raheem Palmer, Chris Ryan, Cliff Augustin, Jason Goff, and John Jastremski Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr., Jamie McClellan, Chris Sutton, Tony Gill...

Jul 21, 202352 min

Summer League Championship Reaction, Rockets, Thunder, and Warriors Previews, and the 2024 Draft Class | Beyond The Arc

Kevin O'Connor hosts J. Kyle Mann reacting to the NBA summer league championship, analyzing Emoni Bates and Cam Whitmore's impressive performances and previewing the Rockets' potential next season. Then, Tyler Parker joins KOC to discuss the in-season tournament, how the Thunder have the best young core in the league, and their potential to make a playoff run next season. Plus, Logan Murdock and KOC talk about the Warriors' offseason and expectations for Chris Paul's addition to the team. Host: ...

Jul 20, 202354 min

NBA Summer League Takeaways, Futures, and Shoutouts With Clippers Rookie Kobe Brown | Thru The Ringer

Tate Frazier hosts Clippers rookie Kobe Brown from the NBA summer league in Las Vegas to discuss his path to the NBA, playing at Mizzou, how he was named after Kobe Bryant and more. Logan Murdock and Tyler Parker join to break down 2024 NBA futures, including rookie of the year and Finals champion. Plus, J. Kyle Mann breaks down Scoot Henderson's summer league performance and his prospects for his rookie season with the Trail Blazers. Then, Tate and Kyle Crichton give their summer league shoutou...

Jul 18, 202354 min

A Landing Spot for Hopkins, and the Dame Lillard Trade Machine

Brian Barrett makes his case for DeAndre Hopkins to join his New England Patriots (:17) before Raheem Palmer and Cliff Augustin give a midseason review of the Phillies (12:13). Plus, Jason Goff and Chris Sutton discuss how the looming Damian Lillard trade could affect the Bulls (28:42), and JJ wraps it up with Yankees and Jets talk (42:02). Hosts: Brian Barrett, Raheem Palmer, Cliff Augustin, Jason Goff, Chris Sutton and John Jastremski Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr., Jamie McClellan, Chris Sutto...

Jul 14, 202358 min

Scoot Henderson Playbook, Teams Ready to Make the Leap, and Summer League Impressions | Beyond The Arc

Kevin O'Connor talks with Scoot Henderson at NBA Summer League to discuss his debut with the Portland Trail Blazers, break down some of his film from the game. and talk about the chemistry he's developing with Shaedon Sharpe. Then, KOC and J. Kyle Mann discuss their first impressions of the top draft picks from their summer league performances. Plus, KOC and Wosny discuss the Heat's "WEAK" offer for Dame and which teams are primed to make a big leap next season. Host: Kevin O'Connor Guests: Scoo...

Jul 13, 202352 min

Zach Collins on Playing With Wemby and Dame, Wemby's Summer League Debut, Free Agency Winners and Losers | Thru The Ringer

Tate Frazier is joined by Spurs C/PF Zach Collins to discuss playing with his new frontcourt partner Victor Wembanyama, his time playing with Damian Lillard in Portland, how NBA Summer League has adapted to his hometown of Las Vegas, and Zach's time at Gonzaga. Plus, Wosny Lambre talks about Wemby's summer league debut and beef with Britney Spears. Then, Kevin O'Connor and Tate talk about the biggest winners and losers of NBA free agency. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Zach Collins, Wosny Lambre, an...

Jul 11, 202351 min

Dame and Harden Stay Put (For Now), Plus NASCAR in Chicago

Brian Barrett leads off with the possibility of Damian Lillard joining the Boston Celtics (:13), while Raheem Palmer and Chris Ryan react to the Philadelphia 76ers' offseason thus far (12:05). Then, Jason Goff discusses NASCAR in Chicago (23:57), and JJ talks about the New York Yankees' chances of making a run (36:12). Hosts: Brian Barrett, Raheem Palmer, Jason Goff, and John Jastremski Guest: Chris Ryan Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr., Jamie McClellan, Chris Sutton, Tony Gill, Clifford Augustin, ...

Jul 07, 202351 min

Still Free Agents, Dame's Loyalty, and Summer League First Impressions With Seerat Sohi

Kevin O'Connor is joined by Seerat Sohi to discuss the most interesting NBA free agents still available, and the Mavericks' roster upgrades. Then, Seerat breaks down how Damian Lillard's loyalty to Portland will be tested by where the Trail Blazers ultimately trade him. Plus, KOC and Seerat give their summer league first impressions of Brandon Miller, Jaime Jacquez Jr., Chet Holmgren, and expectations for Wemby's summer debut. Host: Kevin O'Connor Guest: Seerat Sohi Producers: Danny Corrales, Tu...

Jul 06, 202356 min

MLB Futures, the Yankees' and Mets' Disappointing Seasons, and the Knicks Embrace Jalen Brunson

Tate Frazier hosts John Jastremski to discuss the latest in the world of New York sport, including the disappointing seasons for the Yankees and the Mets, if Aaron Boone and Buck Showalter are on the hot seat, and whether or not either team can still win their divisions. Then, Tate and JJ preview the MLB futures market for the World Series, MVP, Cy Young, and Rookie of the Year awards. Plus, the guys discuss how Jalen Brunson has been embraced as the star of the Knicks and what's next for the Ne...

Jul 04, 202356 min

Dame's Demand, Lakers and Suns Load Up, International Free Agent Signings, and Expectations for the Pacers

Kevin O'Connor is joined by Jovan Buha to discuss Damian Lillard's trade request and why Miami may not be the best fit for Dame. Plus, reactions to the Lakers and Suns' roster moves to compete with the champs in Denver. Then, KOC is joined by Donatas Urbonas to learn about the NBA's international free agent deals, including Vasilije Micic, Sasha Vezenkov and Dante Exum. Plus, Matt Dollinger joins the show to gauge expectations for the Pacers next season after their free agency moves. Host: Kevin...

Jul 03, 20231 hr 11 min

Harden Wants Out, Chicago’s Bad Air, and the Perfect Game

Brian Barrett kicks off the show with a question: can Jayson Tatum carry the Celtics to a title (0:12)? Then Raheem Palmer and Chris Ryan discuss James Harden’s trade request (12:10), before Jason Goff dishes on all-things Chicago (24:36) and John Jastremski reacts to Domingo Germán’s perfect (37:00). Hosts: Brian Barrett, Raheem Palmer, Jason Goff and John Jastremski Guest: Chris Ryan Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr., Jamie McClellan, Chris Sutton, Tony Gill, Clifford Augustin, Stefan Anderson, an...

Jun 30, 202353 min

NBA Free Agent Matchmaker, Pivotal Teams, and the Latest Rumors

Kevin O'Connor is joined by Michael Pina to discuss potential free agent destinations, trades, and previewing the NBA offseason. KOC reveals his favorite under-the-radar free agents, some fake trades for Karl-Anthony Towns, Q&A with the audience, and more. Host: Kevin O'Connor Guest: Michael Pina Producers: Danny Corrales, Tucker Tashjian, Aleya Zenieris, and Chia Hao Tat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 29, 202356 min

NFL Preview and Futures With Ben Solak, Bachelor Universe, and SCANDOVAL With Juliet Litman

Tate Frazier is joined by Ben Solak to discuss potential landing spots for Dalvin Cook and DeAndre Hopkins, who's winning the QB battles in Tampa Bay and San Francisco, and expectations for Jordan Love and Russell Wilson next season. Plus, Juliet Litman and Tate talk about the state of the Bachelor Universe with Season 20 of 'The Bachelorette' and 'Bachelor in Paradise.' Then, they break down all things Vanderpump and Scandoval's place amongst reality TV's all-time scandals. Host: Tate Frazier G...

Jun 27, 202356 min
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