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Host Francesca Amiker sits down with directors Joe and Anthony Russo, producer Angela Russo-Otstot, stars Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, and more to uncover how family was the key to building the emotional core of The Electric State . From the Russos’ own experiences growing up in a large Italian family to the film’s central relationship between Michelle and her robot brother Kid Cosmo, family relationships both on and off of the set were the key to bringing The Electric State to life. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts . State Secrets: Inside the Making of The Electric State is produced by Netflix and Treefort Media.…

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Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voice mails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info.

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Luxury Ice Fishing Apparatus with Bob Mould 54:31

6 days ago54:31

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Musician Bob Mould joins Drew and Roth to talk about his newest album, Here We Go Crazy, as well as life in general! They discuss how his recent marriage has changed his songwriting, what sort of magic goes into that whole arcane process, and what keeps bringing a world-touring musician back to America, even in 2025. Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Sponsors - Raycon , where you can get up to 20% off their best-selling Everyday Earbuds at https://buyraycon.com/distraction Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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The 2025 Idiot’s Guide to March Madness with Ken Pomeroy 59:31

13 days ago59:31

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College basketball metrics analyst Ken Pomeroy joins Drew and Roth for his annual preview of this year’s March Madness tournament! They answer your burning college basketball questions: How does Ken feel about being quoted by the governor of West Virginia? Does the fact that some players are wandering ronin affect the quality of play? What’s going on with Gonzaga’s high KenPom ranking and low NCAA seed? Is High Point University a real school? And the eternal question, WHO YA GOT? And as always, they dive into the Funbag, answering real questions from real listeners. Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Stuff We Talked About The KenPom rankings West Virginia governor lashes out after NCAA tournament snub Tubby Smith steps down as High Point Panthers men's basketball coach, son G.G. Smith takes over Has Kevin Willard changed his scheduling strategy? "Sometimes," he says, "KenPom is full of sh*t." Sponsors - Raycon , where you can get up to 20% off their best-selling Everyday Earbuds at https://buyraycon.com/distraction - Factor , where code FACTORPODCAST will get you 50% off your first box plus free shipping at factormeals.com/FACTORPODCAST Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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I Can’t Trust Hot White Dips with Jasper Wang 1:00:04

20 days ago1:00:04

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Defector’s own Jasper Wang joins Drew and Roth to share the true crime story that happened to him. Can you solve the mystery of the burst pipes in Montana? Speaking of, these NFL teams are busted, as revealed by their free agency performance! In the second half of the episode, they explore the possibilities of the MLB forcing Tamba Bay Rays owner Stuart Sternberg to sell. And they listen to some voicemail Funbag questions, answering real questions from real voicemails. Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Stuff We Talked About The Jets are Succession What's Mike Tomlin's Standard Now? | Defector MLB and other owners pressuring Rays owner Stu Sternberg to sell the team Rob Manfred Is The Face Of An Elite Mutiny Against Rays Owner Stuart Sternberg | Defector Sponsors - Blueland , where you can get 15% off your first order at https://blueland.com/distraction - HelloFresh , where you can get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/hellofreshpodcast - Raycon , where you can get up to 20% off their best-selling Everyday Earbuds at https://buyraycon.com/distraction Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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The First Half Is About the State of the World with Denny Carter 1:00:05

27 days ago1:00:05

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Editor of the Bad Faith Times Denny Carter joins Drew and Roth to talk about everything that’s happening. They know what happened the last time Denny was on. That’s what they’re talking about. But don’t worry, they’re pivoting about something much more sunny in the second half of the podcasts: the Dallas Mavericks! Is this team cursed, rigged, or just plain bad? And are there other sports teams that have painted themselves into a corner like this? And as always, they dive into the Funbag, answering real questions from real listeners. Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Sponsors - Hims , where you can start your free online visit today at hims.com/distraction - Mint Mobile , which is offering a 3-month unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/distraction - Raycon , where you can get up to 20% off their best-selling Everyday Earbuds at https://buyraycon.com/distraction Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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Your Kids Are Mid with Nathan Grayson 1:02:34

5 weeks ago1:02:34

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Nathan Grayson, co-founder of Aftermath and author of the new book Stream Big: The Triumphs and Turmoils of Twitch and the Stars Behind the Screen , talks to Drew and Roth about game streaming. Is Twitch a healthy company? Do the streamers like being on it? And how does this all feel in contrast to creating their worker-owned-journalism outfit? And as always, they dive into the Funbag, answering real questions from real listeners. Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Sponsors - ExpressVPN , where you can get an extra four months free at expressvpn.com/distraction - HelloFresh , where you can get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/hellofreshpodcast - Betterhelp , where you can get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/distraction Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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The Paddington 2 of the NBA with Rohan Nadkarni 1:01:25

6 weeks ago1:01:25

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NBC News’ Rohan Nadkarni joins Drew and Roth to tell us what’s going on in the NBA after the All Star break. Who are three most interesting teams to watch in the East and the West? And in the second half of the show, they give you the sandwich talk that you’re craving, kicked off by a homemade vegan Double Down in Drew’s own home. And as always, they dive into the Funbag, answering real questions from real listeners. Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Sponsors - LiveGood , where you can get 10% off your first order at livegood.com/distraction - Blueland , where you can get 15% off your first order at https://blueland.com/distraction - Factor , where code FACTORPODCAST will get you 50% off your first box plus free shipping at factormeals.com/FACTORPODCAST Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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Disrespecting John Madden’s Name 1:00:17

7 weeks ago1:00:17

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Drew and Roth break down The Big Game, including why Tom Brady’s commentary is so very bad and the Eagles defense is so very good. The back half of the pod is NBA corner as the guys discuss Miriam Adelson, the Mavericks’ beefy private sheriffs, and Dončić trade conspiracies. Plus, two voicemails for the Funbag, answering real questions from real listeners. Stuff We Talked About There Could Only Be One Hubie Brown | Defector Thirty Histories: Memphis Grizzlies | RealGM We Must Address The Tom Brady Crisis (The Crisis Being That He Stinks) | Defector Grant Afseth on Mavericks’ Alleged Death Threats Is Luka Doncic really fat? Inside the conspiracy theory rabbit hole | SFGate Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Sponsors - Betterhelp , where you can get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/distraction - LiveGood , where you can get 10% off your first order at livegood.com/distraction - Hims , where you can start your free online visit today at hims.com/distraction Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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Both the Eagles and the Chiefs Are Gonna Win with Dan McQuade 1:10:46

8 weeks ago1:10:46

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Defector’s very own Dan McQuade joins Drew and Roth to talk about The Big Game! As chief Philly correspondent, Dan weighs in on how the Eagles can do it. Also as chief Philly correspondent, Dan explains how the Eagles can never, ever win it all. In the back half of the pod, everyone is still trying to have a thought other than “what the hell” about the Luka Dončić trade. And the show has time for two questions in the Funbag, answering real questions from real listeners. Stuff We Talked About Princess Diana Bought That Eagles Jacket Herself | Defector The De'Aaron Fox Trade Is A Bet On Victor Wembanyama | Defector Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Sponsors - Raycon , where you can get up to 20% off sitewide at buyraycon.com/distraction - Betterhelp , where you can get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/distraction - Mint Mobile , where you can search for wireless plans starting at just $15 a month at mintmobile.com/distraction Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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Apollo 13 Was a Well Made Movie with Will Tavlin 1:10:06

9 weeks ago1:10:06

1:10:06

Will Tavlin, writer of the piece Casual Viewing in n+1, talks to Drew and Roth about why every movie on Netflix looks like that . Why does Netflix not only survives, but thrives, when no one is watching? How does the crappy look of Netflix movies fit with their initial DVD business model? And how has Will been responding to the readers who think this article is depressing? Stuff We Talked About ‘Not second screen enough’: is Netflix deliberately dumbing down TV so people can watch while scrolling? Reality Check: The boom — or glut — in streaming documentaries has sparked a reckoning among filmmakers and their subjects Ted Sarandos’s Plan to Get You to Binge Even More Netflix - The New York Times Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Sponsors - Wildgrain , where you can get $30 off the first box plus free Croissants in every box using code DISTRACTION at https://wildgrain.com/DISTRACTION - Shipskis.com , where the code DISTRACTION will get you 20% off your first shipment at shipskis.com - Factor , where code distraction50off will get you 50% off your first box using code distraction50off at factormeals.com/distraction50off Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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This Episode Cancels Out the Manhattan Project with Justin Halpern 1:04:10

10 weeks ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Executive producer of Harley Quinn and Abbott Elementary Justin Halpern returns to Drew and Roth to talk about the Dodgers making baseball into capitalism-shaped-like-a-baseball! In the wake of even more free agent signings, they explain how the Dodgers are running their team like a company with McKinsey consultants and they’re blowing everyone else outta the water. In the second half, our group decides which two teams they want to see in the Super Bowl, regardless of how possible that scenario can be. And as always, they dive into the Funbag, answering real questions from real listeners. Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Sponsors - LiveGood , where you can get 10% off your first order at livegood.com/distraction - Hims , where you can start your free online visit today at hims.com/distraction - Betterhelp , where you can get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/distraction Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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Dresses Like Kevin Federline with Ed Zitron 1:09:44

11 weeks ago1:09:44

1:09:44

Better Offline ’s Ed Zitron joins Drew and Roth for a doubleheader of British accents and Trump impressions. The first half is all about what pits of despair NFL coaches would walk into if they joined the Raiders, the Cowboys, or the Jags. In the second half, Ed and Roth recap the 2025 CES Conference in Las Vegas and how everyone there is smooshing AI into their product because it’s the hot thing to do. And, as always, the show wraps up with the Funbag, answering real questions from real listeners. You can find Ed Zitron at Better Offline, in his newsletter Where's Your Ed At , or on his football podcast 60 Minute Drill . Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Sponsors - Raycon , where you can get up to 15% off sitewide at buyraycon.com/distraction - Factor , where you can use code distraction50off at factormeals.com/distraction50off to get 50% off plus free shipping on your first box - Blueland , where you can get 15% off your first order at https://blueland.com/distraction Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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He Lost the Slack and the Clubhouse with Diana Moskovitz 1:04:12

12 weeks ago1:04:12

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Defector’s very own Diana Moskovitz joins Drew and Roth to preview the NFL playoffs! They interrogate why the Steelers are the way that they are, the ethics of rooting for the Packers, and who they think will win it all in their heart of hearts. And the show wraps up with the Funbag, answering real questions from real listeners. Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Stuff We Talked About At The Golden Ram Barber Shop, The Rams Never Left And Can’t Lose Rob Lowe explains why he wore NFL logo hat that inspired a meme to Packers-49ers game Sponsors - Mint Mobile , which is offering a 3-month unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/distraction - Shipskis.com , where the code DISTRACTION will get you 20% off your first shipment at shipskis.com - Raycon , where you can get up to 15% off sitewide at buyraycon.com/distraction Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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The 2024 Williams-Sonoma Catalog Price Is Right 58:06

14 weeks ago58:06

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Christmastimeeee is hereeeeee and so is the 2024 Hater’s Guide To The Williams-Sonoma Catalog. For your last Distraction of the year, enjoy Drew lead Roth through the wonders of the ridiculous catalogue and follow along at home by guessing the prices with your loved ones. Programming Note: we’re taking next Thursday off, see you on January 9th, 2025! Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Sponsors - Wildgrain , where you can get $30 off the first box plus free Croissants in every box using code DISTRACTION at https://wildgrain.com/DISTRACTION Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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Oprah Doesn’t Own Discovery with Susie Banikarim 1:03:52

15 weeks ago1:03:52

1:03:52

Co-host of The Kicker: The Unraveling of Ozy Media Susie Banikarim joins Drew and Roth to unravel the story of Carlos Watson and the fraud of OZY Media. Why did so many rich people invest in this media company? Was the stuff that Watson did uniquely terrible or was he the one who got punished? Why would you name your company after the poem Ozymandius? And since Susie worked with Drew and Roth, they compare and reflect on their own experiences with the ethically murky business that pervaded digital media. Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Sponsors - Betterhelp , where you can get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/distraction - Storyworth , where you can save $10 on your first purchase at storyworth.com/distraction - Shipskis.com , where the code DISTRACTION will get you 20% off your first shipment at shipskis.com Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude Productions - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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A Century of Podcast Episodes! with Eric Silver 1:01:21

16 weeks ago1:01:21