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The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis, David Shoemaker and Joel Anderson catch you up on the biggest media stories, from sports to politics and everything in between.</description><link>https://feeds.megaphone.fm/the-press-box</link><itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/922c06a0-782c-11ea-8b28-9333b94098ed/image/44989ce80f0b01f28b5ac5e5f602140b.jpeg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress" /><item><title>Dianna Russini Resigns From The Athletic</title><guid>c1ffa6ae-2972-11f1-98d7-4bb4b20a4b4b</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:24:00 -0000</pubDate><itunes:duration>5705</itunes:duration><enclosure url="https://alfarolabs-macbook-pro.tailf5737a.ts.net/audio/the-press-box/c1ffa6ae-2972-11f1-98d7-4bb4b20a4b4b/processed.mp3" type="audio/mpeg" length="90118939" /><description><![CDATA[This episode includes discussions on the resignation of NFL reporter Diana Rossini from The Athletic amid a media frenzy following the publication of controversial photos with Titans coach Mike Vrabel. The hosts explore the challenges faced by women in sports journalism, the ethics of insider reporting, and the evolving role of insiders in the digital media landscape.]]></description></item><item><title>Sam Altman and Trump’s War Room. Plus, ESPN Draft Guru Mel Kiper Jr.</title><guid>e96ecfc6-34da-11f1-b730-67abde5776cc</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0000</pubDate><itunes:duration>4991</itunes:duration><enclosure url="https://alfarolabs-macbook-pro.tailf5737a.ts.net/audio/the-press-box/e96ecfc6-34da-11f1-b730-67abde5776cc/processed.mp3" type="audio/mpeg" length="77415487" /><description><![CDATA[This episode includes a discussion of several major news topics, featuring an analysis of a New York Times article detailing former President Donald Trump's actions related to conflict with Iran, and a New Yorker piece exploring the influence and character of tech leader Sam Altman. Additionally, the hosts touch on a sensational story involving NFL figures and speculate on the intricacies of source relationships in sports journalism. The episode concludes with a nostalgic interview with Mel Kiper Jr., reflecting on his extensive history and experiences in analyzing NFL drafts.]]></description></item><item><title>The April Issue: The 50th Anniversary of 'All the President’s Men' With Sean Fennessey</title><guid>c1a4c568-2972-11f1-98d7-e333318dff29</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 03:15:00 -0000</pubDate><itunes:duration>5005</itunes:duration><enclosure url="https://alfarolabs-macbook-pro.tailf5737a.ts.net/audio/the-press-box/c1a4c568-2972-11f1-98d7-e333318dff29/processed.mp3" type="audio/mpeg" length="77777440" /><description><![CDATA[This episode includes a deep dive into the journalism and filmmaking behind the iconic movie "All the President’s Men" as it turns 50. It explores how Robert Redford's creative vision shaped the adaptation of Woodward and Bernstein's Watergate story, the dynamic between the reporters, the involvement of screenwriter William Goldman, and director Alan J. Pakula's meticulous approach to authenticity. The discussion highlights the film's lasting impact on the portrayal of journalism despite its divergence from conventional storytelling and the complexities of capturing political history on screen.]]></description></item></channel></rss>