Synopsis
The Ringers Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker catch you up on the biggest media stories, from sports to politics and everything in between.
Episodes
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Ep. 211: 'Dishonored 2,' 'Watch Dogs 2,' and How Not to Screw Up Stealth
22/11/2016 Duration: 51minThe Ringer’s Ben Lindbergh and Jason Concepcion share their thoughts on stealth games and discuss their impressions of recent high-profile releases ‘Dishonored 2’ (3:25) and ‘Watch Dogs 2’ (16:40). Then, they bring on ‘Firewatch’ and ‘Mark of the Ninja’ designer Nels Anderson to explain ‘Dishonored’ from a developer’s perspective and reveal how his games avoid the potential pitfalls of stealth and narrative exploration games (21:33). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 210: ‘The Masked Man Show’ Live 'Survivor Series' Special
21/11/2016 Duration: 34min‘The Masked Man Show’ went live for the WWE ‘Survivor Series’! David Shoemaker welcomed Steve Kazee, Dan St. Germain, and Dave Schilling to discuss the big matches and what the results mean going forward in a post-show wrap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 209: Explaining the Strike and a Facelift for E-sports
18/11/2016 Duration: 48minThe Ringer's Ben Lindbergh and Jason Concepcion talk to prolific video game voice actress Jennifer Hale about the ongoing voice actors strike (2:24), the unique challenges of voicing video games (8:07), and infiltrating a formerly male-oriented field (21:54). Then, they bring on Nate Nanzer, Blizzard Entertainment's global director of Overwatch e-sports, to discuss how the company is trying to fuse its popular e-sport with the infrastructure of traditional sports in the forthcoming Overwatch League (25:45). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 208: 'Jam Session' With Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins
16/11/2016 Duration: 43minThe Ringer's Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss Prince Harry's new flame, Meghan Markle (6:00), Bruno Mars's new record (16:00), and Mandy Moore's recent run of success (24:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 207: 'The Masked Man Show' With Kevin Owens
16/11/2016 Duration: 51minThe Ringer's David Shoemaker is joined by WWE Universal Champion Kevin Owens to discuss how his life has changed since winning the title (2:45), traveling the indie circuit (7:48), connecting with the fans (22:45), his dream 'WrestleMania' opponents (39:30), and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 206: 'Overwatch,' E-sports, and the NES Classic
12/11/2016 Duration: 54minThe Ringer's Ben Lindbergh and Jason Concepcion talk to former pro gamer and coach and current 'Call of Duty' and 'Overwatch' caster Matt "Mr X" Morello about the appeal and future of 'Overwatch' and E-sports (1:31). Then, they bring on Kotaku news editor Jason Schreier to discuss Nintendo's NES Classic, the risks of going retro, and gaming nostalgia (32:12). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 205: 'The Masked Man Show' With Dave Schilling
09/11/2016 Duration: 01h02minThe Ringer's David Shoemaker and The Guardian's Dave Schilling discuss another inconsequential episode of 'Raw' (2:44), the future of the Cruiserweight division (7:35) and the upcoming 'Survivor Series' card (26:16), and then give their commentary on the Goldberg-Lesnar match from 'WrestleMania 20' (35:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 204: New-Console Anxiety and Mark Ingram on 'Call of Duty' and Clowns
04/11/2016 Duration: 45minThe Ringer's Ben Lindbergh and Jason Concepcion talk to their colleague Victor Luckerson about mid-generation console updates and the PS4 Pro, Nintendo Switch optimism, and Nintendo's mobile strategy. Then they bring on New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram to discuss his 'Call of Duty' love affair, gaming culture in the NFL, and his thoughts on creepy clowns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 203: 'Jam Session' With Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins
02/11/2016 Duration: 35minThe Ringer's Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss Prince Harry's new boo (5:00), Meghan Markle's star status (8:00), Drake–Taylor Swift dating rumors (16:00), Lindsay Lohan's accent (24:00), and nostalgia for mid-2000s reality TV stars (27:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 202: 'The Masked Man Show' With Steve Kazee
02/11/2016 Duration: 48minDavid Shoemaker and Steve Kazee discuss 'Hell in a Cell' (5:02), Sasha and Charlotte's performance (16:44), and the NXT house show experience (23:30), then preview the 'Survivor Series' (36:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 201: 'Battlefield 1,' 'Titanfall 2,' and the FPS Evolution
28/10/2016 Duration: 45minThe Ringer's Ben Lindbergh and Jason Concepcion introduce Channel 33's new gaming podcast and discuss their impressions of newly released big-budget shooters ‘Battlefield 1’ and ‘Titanfall 2.’ Then they bring on Vince Zampella, the creator of ‘Call of Duty’ and CEO of ‘Titanfall’ developer Respawn Entertainment, to discuss his design choices and the past, present, and future of first-person shooters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 200: Seven Burning Premier League Questions
27/10/2016 Duration: 31minThe Ringer's Chris Ryan and Ryan O'Hanlon discuss José Mourinho's Manchester hotel, the extinction of the striker, and the continued dominance of Chelsea's N'Golo Kanté. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 199: ‘The Masked Man Show’ With LaToya Ferguson
26/10/2016 Duration: 58minDavid Shoemaker and LaToya Ferguson discuss the new WWE Performance Center recruits (9:31), story lines involving cars (21:30), superstar James Ellsworth (24:17), and the 'Hell in a Cell' main events (35:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 198: 'Atlanta' Talk With Brian Tyree Henry and Micah Peters
26/10/2016 Duration: 33minThe Ringer's Micah Peters is joined by 'Atlanta' star Brian Tyree Henry to discuss his roots in Broadway, working with 'South Park' creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker, Donald Glover's genius, the familial vibe on the set of 'Atlanta,' and why he refers to his character as “Alfred” and not “Paper Boi.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 197: 'Search Party' With Cathy Lew and Brendan Lynch
21/10/2016 Duration: 31min'Any Given Wednesday' writers Cathy Lew and Brendan Lynch break down the latest in internet culture. They discuss Instagram accounts 8Booth and Bread Face, the evil clown movement, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 196: 'Jam Session' With Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins
19/10/2016 Duration: 37minThe Ringer's Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins discuss Emma Stone's Vogue cover story and '73 Questions' video (9:00), Emily Blunt's range and move to Brooklyn (20:00), Tobey Maguire and the return of the “Pussy Posse” (29:00), and Obama's farewell tour and Michelle Obama's overall elegance (32:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 195: 'The Masked Man Show' With Dave Schilling
19/10/2016 Duration: 48minThe Ringer's David Shoemaker and The Guardian's Dave Schilling discuss Paige's proposal to Alberto Del Rio (2:33), the Undertaker's crutches (6:25), and the surprisingly entertaining return of Goldberg on 'Raw' (7:29). Then, the announcement for the main event for 'Hell in a Cell' is analyzed (27:18) as is the impressive championship match on 'Smackdown' (36:41). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 194: 'Bachelor Party' With Ben Higgins and Lauren Bushnell
18/10/2016 Duration: 35minThe Ringer's Juliet Litman is joined by Ben Higgins and Lauren Bushnell to discuss their new reality on reality TV (8:00), "cray" vs. "crazy" (13:00), Ben's political aspirations (19:00), the Pacers date (24:00), and the most awkward moments on the show (27:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 193: 'The Masked Man Show' With Steve Kazee
12/10/2016 Duration: 57minDavid Shoemaker and Steve Kazee discuss the return of Goldberg, a crazy Paige rumor (10:40), and the upcoming 'Survivor Series' matchups (14:25). Then, they consider possible high spots for 'Hell in a Cell' (18:30) and review 'No Mercy' (34:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ep. 192: Jam Session With Bill Simmons
06/10/2016 Duration: 37minThe Ringer's Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins are joined by Bill Simmons to discuss Kim Kardashian's heist (5:00), Mila Kunis's universal likability (12:00), and pop star Shawn Mendes's upside (17:00). Then, Juliet and Amanda break down Brangelina's split (27:00) and the return of 'Gilmore Girls' (36:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices