The December Issue: Can The New Yorker Survive Another Century?
1 December 2025 - 1 hour 52 minsHello, media consumers! Welcome to the first in a monthly series of special episodes in which we take an in-depth look at a single subject and then interview a guest to help us understand that subject. This month’s subject is The New Yorker magazine and our guest is its editor, David Remnick.
This month’s issue kicks off with a discussion between Bryan and David about Netflix’s new documentary on The New Yorker, ‘The New Yorker at 100,’ including what they both liked (02:54) and disliked about it (11:43). Next, they recall their first interactions with The New Yorker (16:08) and then dive into the history of the magazine (22:31). Bryan and David then contemplate some questions about the mag...
Series Episodes
Will Troy Aikman Have a TV Job Next Year? Plus, Election Madness in Ohio.
Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker break down CBS’s decision to elevate J.J. Watt to its top NFL broadcast team alongside Jim Nantz, assess Watt’s development as an analyst, and consider what the network shuffle could mean for Troy Aikman’s future in the booth. They also examine an increasingly ugly Ohio governor’s race, the wider midterm media narrative (16:31), and Blake Griffin’s new media-criticism show, 'The Step Back,' including whether its John Oliver-inspired format makes the best use of Griffin’s perspective as a former player (37:58). And don't forget to subscribe to Bryan's newsletter here! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Producers: Jon Jones, Steve Ahlman, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
52 mins
22 October Finished
The Times Reopens the O.J. Simpson Case. Plus, the Horror of a 24-Team College Football Playoff.
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and Joel kick things off by talking through more of the Joe Buck-Troy Aikman drama at ESPN (6:20). They then get into the incredible O.J. Simpson story that the New York Times dropped over the weekend (24:47) and Katie Zacharia’s five-day tenure as White House press secretary (34:13), before closing out with thoughts on the potential 24-team college football playoff (40:17). And don't forget to subscribe to Bryan's newsletter here! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson Producers: Jon Jones and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
58 mins
19 October Finished
Is the Troy Aikman Era Over at ESPN? Plus: Peter King on 40 Years on the NFL Beat.
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David discuss all the reports around the tension between Joe Buck and Troy Aikman in the 'Monday Night Football' booth. They talk about how we got here and what could be next for Troy and ESPN (13:16). Then they talk about the new White House press secretary, Katie Zacharia (33:57). After that, Bryan is joined by Peter King to talk about his long career covering the NFL and his new book, 'The Game' (47:05). Subscribe to Bryan's newsletter here! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Guest: Peter King Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Jon Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour 39 mins
16 October Finished
The Democratic Senate Race Confidence Rankings. Plus, ESPN’s Nick Saban Doc!
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and Joel take a look at nine interesting Senate races and tier them in order of Democrats' confidence that they'll win (9:39). They end with talking about ESPN's new 'Saban' documentary (47:22). Subscribe to Bryan's newsletter here! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Jon Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour 1 min
13 October Finished
Can CNN Survive the Paramount Merger? Plus: The Next Host of ‘Inside the NBA.’
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David discuss potential retirements on 'Inside the NBA,' the Paramount–Warner Bros. deal finally going through (9:09), and potential Halloween costumes for the pod (21:34). Then Bryan is joined by Lachlan Cartwright from Breaker to talk about James and Lachlan Murdoch (27:15). Plus, David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline! Subscribe to Bryan's newsletter here! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Guest: Lachlan Cartwright Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Jon Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49 mins
7 October Finished
A Weekend of Wild Senate Polls and Nearly Dropped Children. Plus, Gina Hinojosa on How Democrats Can Win Texas.
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and Joel discuss the latest polling information that provides an optimistic view for Democrats. Then they are joined by Gina Hinojosa, Democratic nominee for governor in Texas. They talk about why she joined the race, ICE, data centers, and much more (25:59). They wrap up with a Joel Anderson lightning round (55:11). Subscribe to Bryan's newsletter here! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson Guest: Gina Hinojosa Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Jon Jones, and Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour 3 mins
6 October Finished
