Best Adrian Marcus Podcasts (2025)

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Miguel Vargas’ Swing Adjustment Fueling Breakout White Sox Season 20:29

16h ago20:29

20:29

White Sox infielder Miguel Vargas joins Chuck Garfien to talk about overcoming last year’s struggles, a key swing adjustment, and proving he belongs in the big leagues. He opens up about leadership, returning to L.A., and his All-Star aspirations.By Chicago Sports Network

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Pee-wee Herman Part 1 with Jamie Loftus 1:08:11

2d ago1:08:11

1:08:11

What’s today’s secret word? Paul Reubens spent years bringing to life one of America’s most beloved characters, Pee-wee Herman, an icon of joy for weirdos of all ages. In the first of this two part series, Pee-wee superfan-turned-historian Jamie Loftus lets us into the playhouse for a journey through Paul’s early life and art school days, his colla…

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The TV Magic Behind Friday Night All-Access 26:04

6d ago26:04

26:04

On this episode of the White Sox Podcast, Chuck Garfien goes behind the scenes with Chris Withers, lead TV producer for White Sox broadcasts on CHSN, to unpack how Friday Night All-Access came to life. From its multi-year journey of rejections to becoming a fan-favorite feature, Withers shares how the show finally got green-lit, the massive team ef…

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Pitt Chips n' Dip 1:07:08

7d ago1:07:08

1:07:08

This week it's just Howard and Brett, with no shortage of charts! Topics include: Summah Certification, Patti McDonald, Mission No Cruise, Dolly Crüe. See you in two weeks! Subscribe at www.whochartedpod.com to support the show, and gain access to Two Charted, the weekly Howard/Brett deep-dive bonus show, and the entire Who Charted and Preem Streem…

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Brian Bannister on Data, Development, and the Future of Sox Pitching 46:02

9d ago46:02

46:02

White Sox Director of Pitching Brian Bannister joins the podcast to break down the team’s new pitching philosophy and development system. He shares insights on Shane Smith, Noah Schultz, Grant Taylor, and more—plus the off speed approach, the case for knuckleballs, and how data is reshaping the Sox from top to bottom.…

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White Sox Rookie Grant Taylor on MLB Debut, Triple-Digit Heat, and White Sox Future 16:26

12d ago16:26

16:26

White Sox rookie pitcher Grant Taylor joins Chuck Garfien on this episode of The White Sox Podcast. Taylor shares what it felt like to make his MLB debut, the moment he first hit 100 mph on the radar gun, and the adjustment from starting pitcher to reliever. He talks about learning from big-league hitters, pitching with adrenaline, and why he belie…

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Don't Spear My Blondies w/ Emily Maya Mills 1:27:01

14d ago1:27:01

1:27:01

Comedian and actress Emily Maya Mills returns to the charts! Topics include: Milking Chickens, Vaginalized Bots, Ham Muffins, Wurst Way, McDavid's Subscribe at www.whochartedpod.com to support the show, and gain access to Two Charted, the weekly Howard/Brett deep-dive bonus show, and the entire Who Charted and Preem Streem archives ad-free! Now inc…

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Why the White Sox Might End Up Winning the Miguel Vargas Trade 30:15

15d ago30:15

30:15

On the latest White Sox Podcast, Chuck Garfien is joined by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch's Derrick Goold to revisit the 3-team trade that landed Miguel Vargas on the White Sox. Now Vargas is leading the Sox in nearly every offensive category and could be an All-Star, while the Cardinals may be preparing to flip Erick Fedde at the deadline. They brea…

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James Fegan on the Sox Rebuild, Rookie Rise, and Realistic Optimism 1:02:48

20d ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Chuck Garfien is joined by James Fegan of Sox Machine to ask the big question: Is it time to believe in the White Sox again? They talk about the rise of Kyle Teel, Shane Smith, Chase Meidroth and others, the front office's smarter approach, and whether Colson Montgomery is next. Plus: why this rebuild feels different from the last.…

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The Hitler Diaries with Adrian Daub 1:24:40

21d ago1:24:40

1:24:40

What happens when you’re just a little too good at forging the diaries of Adolf Hitler? And why did so many people want to read them? In 1983, the West German news magazine Stern bought sixty volumes of forged journals and held a press conference to announce their publication. This week, Adrian Daub of podcasts In Bed With the Right and The Feminis…

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The Schneider Cut w/ Bill Kottcamp 1:00:14

21d ago1:00:14

1:00:14

Howard and Brett usher in 750 episodes in a time of chaos, dropping by is friend of the show, comedian Bill Kottcamp! Topics include: RIP Sly. Woodstock 99 Vibes. Mobile Podcasting. Subscribe at www.whochartedpod.com to support the show, and gain access to Two Charted, the weekly Howard/Brett deep-dive bonus show, and the entire Who Charted and Pre…

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White Sox Hitting Coach Marcus Thames on Fixing the Offense and Building a Hitting Identity 16:12

22d ago16:12

16:12

White Sox hitting coach Marcus Thames joins Chuck Garfien for a deep dive into the offensive approach that's helping the team turn the corner. From situational hitting and plate discipline to the evolving identities of Luis Robert Jr., Miguel Vargas, and Kyle Teel, Thames shares insights into building a hitting culture. He also reflects on coaching…

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CHSN joins Comcast, Jerry Reinsdorf's deal with Justin Ishbia, and Kyle Teel gets the call! 30:48

26d ago30:48

30:48

On the latest episode of The White Sox Podcast, Chuck Garfien breaks down one of the biggest 24 hour news days in White Sox history. Jerry Reinsdorf has an agreement in place for Justin Ishbia to potentially be the next owner of the White Sox. CHSN has struck a deal with Comcast. It will begin broadcasting on Xfinity starting today. Plus, White Sox…

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How Adrian Houser Reinvented Himself on His Way to The White Sox 21:59

27d ago21:59

21:59

Adrian Houser’s journey to the South Side has been anything but ordinary. On the latest episode of The White Sox Podcast, Chuck Garfien talks with the veteran right-hander about his chaotic year across five organizations, how a reset in Triple-A led to a 72-hour fast and the carnivore diet, and why he's pitching better than ever. Houser also reflec…

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Action. Comedy. Water. w/ Matt Besser 1:11:26

28d ago1:11:26

1:11:26

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MLB.com's Scott Merkin on Luis Robert Jr.’s Slump and Trade Outlook 25:29

29d ago25:29

25:29

Luis Robert Jr. is in a deep slump, and Chuck Garfien is joined by Scott Merkin of MLB.com to unpack everything surrounding the White Sox center fielder—from his on-field struggles to the trade rumors swirling around him. Is the pressure getting to Robert? Can he turn it around before the deadline? And how much has his value dipped? The guys also d…

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White Sox Director of Hitting Ryan Fuller on Miguel Vargas, Colson Montgomery, Kyle Teel, Tim Elko and many more 16:55

1M ago16:55

16:55

Chuck Garfien gets the inside scoop about many of the White Sox hitters of the present and future from Director of Hitting Ryan Fuller. They talk about how Miguel Vargas transformed himself in 2025, working with Colson Montgomery during his break from Triple-A in Arizona, plus Braden Montgomery, Kyle Teel, Andrew Vaughn, Tim Elko and more.…

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Bed and Bechtel w/ Brodie Reed 1:05:09

1M ago1:05:09

1:05:09

Comedian Brodie Reed returns to the charts, and it's always a good time. Topics include: Folk Man Who Embarrasses Himself, Little Bitty Orange, ADHD Country. Subscribe at www.whochartedpod.com to support the show, and gain access to Two Charted, the weekly Howard/Brett deep-dive bonus show, and the entire Who Charted and Preem Streem archives ad-fr…

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Ozzie Guillen and Bruce Bochy on their 40-year friendship, old school managing, Will Venable and more. 14:39

1M ago14:39

14:39

Ozzie Guillen and Bruce Bochy first met when they played on the same Winter League team in Venezuela in 1984. Four decades later they remain close friends. Chuck Garfien got them together when the Texas Rangers were in town to reminisce about their time as teammates, managing against each other, being an old school manager in the game today, Will V…

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Coyotes! with Lulu Miller 1:16:22

1M ago1:16:22

1:16:22

Who is out there behind the howling midnight parties in the distance? For generations we have coexisted in varying degrees of rivalry, conflict, and admiration with the North American canine known as the coyote. From pre-colonization to our modern backyards, through the wild west and the streets of San Francisco, award-winning NPR science reporter …

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The Newest Wilbury w/ Johnny Pemberton 50:19

1M ago50:19

50:19

Actor and comedian Johnny Pemberton (FALLOUT) returns to the show for the Shazam and Movie charts, and of course HOT PICKS. Topics include: Fallout Fallout, Spiritual Honda, Log Jamming. Subscribe at www.whochartedpod.com to support the show, and gain access to Two Charted, the weekly Howard/Brett deep-dive bonus show, and the entire Who Charted an…

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Jonathan Cannon’s wild Tim Elko story, learning how to win in the majors and more 28:21

1M ago28:21

28:21

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox pitcher Jonathan Cannon about how he’s improved as a pitcher in his second season in the majors and what it will take for the White Sox to become a winning team. Plus, a must-listen story about how Tim Elko crushed home runs in college against Cannon’s Georgia Bulldogs while playing with a torn ACL, Edgar Quero’s…

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Are the White Sox turning the corner? 25:40

2M ago25:40

25:40

After already surpassing their win total from April, the White Sox are playing better baseball in May. How much better? Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox field reporter Connor McKnight to discuss whether the White Sox are turning the corner in the rebuild. They talk about Chase Meidroth, Edgar Quero, Miguel Vargas and Shane Smith. Plus, is their …

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I Know Pugh w/ Allen Strickland Williams 51:23

2M ago51:23

51:23

Comedian Allen Strickland Williams helps Howard and Brett count down the top Alternative songs of today, the top movies and of course they all share their Hot Picks! Topics include: Aught Music Gateways. Jack Weed. Clown Cornfeld. Subscribe at www.whochartedpod.com to support the show, and gain access to Two Charted, the weekly Howard/Brett deep-di…

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Nancy Faust and the Sound of the South Side 16:16

2M ago16:16

16:16

On the day that famed organist Nancy Faust played her first White Sox game in Chicago in 15 years, Chuck Garfien joined her in the organist booth that bears her name to talk about her career, her connection with White Sox fans, walk-up music, “Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye” and what it means to be back playing the organ for White Sox games this se…

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How Edgar Quero is setting the tone for the Chicago White Sox 26:05

2M ago26:05

26:05

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox rookie catcher Edgar Quero who has quickly made an impact since being called up to the major leagues in mid-April. They talk about the feel in the clubhouse after a heartbreaking loss in Kansas City, why he got so emotional when he was told he was being called up to the majors, his approach with two strikes, the …

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Inventing the Teenager with Harmony Colangelo 1:07:54

2M ago1:07:54

1:07:54

Where did all these teens come from? Harmony Colangelo, co-host of This Ends at Prom, is here to explain how, before Americans got to worry about what teenagers were up to, we first had to decide what they were—and how a boom in postwar educational films taught a generation of adolescents what not to do. Skipper Learns a Lesson: https://www.youtube…

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"What am I, sombr?" w/ Steven Marcus Releford 52:42

2M ago52:42

52:42

Standup comedian Steven Marcus Releford graces the charts! Topics include: Tofu Heist. Dumber and More Smarter. Old Guys in Movies. Piano 3000. Subscribe at www.whochartedpod.com to support the show, and gain access to Two Charted, the weekly Howard/Brett deep-dive bonus show, and the entire Who Charted and Preem Streem archives ad-free! Now includ…

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Harold Baines reflects on his White Sox career and the surgeries that saved his life 34:36

2M ago34:36

34:36

Chuck Garfien speaks with Hall of Famer Harold Baines about the biggest moments of his White Sox career, how he learned to be clutch, his thoughts on analytics and the way the game is played today, playing and coaching with Ozzie Guillen, receiving a heart transplant and kidney transplant on back to back days and his hopes of meeting the family tha…

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How Rule-5 pick Mike Vasil went from unprotected to unhittable with the White Sox 19:10

2M ago19:10

19:10

Chuck Garfien speaks with pitcher Mike Vasil about his breakout April with the White Sox. They talk about his struggles last season as a starter in Triple-A, and his 1.10 ERA out of the bullpen with the White Sox. Plus, his Massachusetts bond with teammates Shane Smith and Sean Burke, how he was the one who told Smith he was picked up by the White …

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Unreliable R2-D2 w/ James Mannion 1:18:24

2M ago1:18:24

1:18:24

Improviser and actor James Mannion joins the charts for the first time, for a fresh Country Quiz! Check out the upcoming dates for Comedian Clash! Topics include: Whiskey Swindled. Dubious Beyonce. Pantsless Sinatra. Subscribe at www.whochartedpod.com to support the show, and gain access to Two Charted, the weekly Howard/Brett deep-dive bonus show,…

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What happened to the White Sox and the path forward with Vinnie Duber 44:56

2M ago44:56

44:56

Vinnie Duber is back on the podcast for the first time since February of 2022, just as the White Sox were expected to contend for that year’s World Series. But instead, a steep decline was about to begin with many players on that team and their opponent on Opening Day in 2022 now mirrors where the White Sox are right now. Chuck and Vinnie talk abou…

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Kannapolis manager Chad Pinder on Braden Montgomery, George Wolkow and how the Cannon Ballers lead the minors in stolen bases 36:30

2M ago36:30

36:30

Chuck Garfien speaks with former Oakland A's infielder Chad Pinder who is now in his first season as manager for Class-A Kannapolis. Chad talks about driving in the game-winning run against the White Sox in the 2020 Wildcard Series to joining the White Sox organization as a first time manager and why. Plus, how the Cannon Ballers are on the attack …

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War Fare w/ Paul Danke 1:13:05

2M ago1:13:05

1:13:05

Chart-favorite comedian Paul Danke returns to the charts! Topics include: Superbloom. Buff Grifters. Benson Boondoggle. Subscribe at www.whochartedpod.com to support the show, and gain access to Two Charted, the weekly Howard/Brett deep-dive bonus show, and the entire Who Charted and Preem Streem archives ad-free! Now includes the Who Charted Holid…

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Ask Chuck and Ozzie anything! 19:06

2M ago19:06

19:06

Chuck Garfien and Ozzie Guillen answer questions from White Sox fans. What are the positives they’ve seen comparing 2025 to 2024? When will the White Sox be contenders again? When will Tim Elko be called up? Should Cam Booser be the closer? Who was Ozzie’s biggest rival as manager? And more!By Chicago Sports Network

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How Shane Smith went from Rule-5 pick to the pitcher everyone’s talking about 24:34

3M ago24:34

24:34

It took a lot for Shane Smith to get here. A pandemic wiped out one season. Tommy John surgery ended another. Chuck Garfien speaks with Smith about his baseball journey, how he ended up with the White Sox in the Rule-5 Draft, the pitch mix that has fooled the likes of Shohei Ohtani, Steven Kwan and Jose Ramirez, how much his parents have meant to h…

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Couchella 2025 1:28:44

3M ago1:28:44

1:28:44

Fresh off of Coachella's first weekend, Howard and Brett have much to discuss! Topics include: Lola Bucket, Thirsty Gaga, Gray Twinhead. Subscribe at www.whochartedpod.com to support the show, and gain access to Two Charted, the weekly Howard/Brett deep-dive bonus show, and the entire Who Charted and Preem Streem archives ad-free! Now includes the …

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What Chase Meidroth is already bringing to the White Sox 43:23

3M ago43:23

43:23

It didn’t take long for Chase Meidroth to make an impact with the White Sox. Chuck Garfien speaks with CHSN field reporter Brooke Fletcher about the rookie infielder who made history in his MLB debut and prevented history by breaking up Garrett Crochet’s no-hitter in the 8th inning against his former team. Chuck and Brooke share stories about conve…

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Is Your House Too Clean? with Sarah Archer 1:03:34

3M ago1:03:34

1:03:34

Have you scrubbed down the top of your fridge lately? Home & garden correspondent Sarah Archer is here to tell us how and when we got so obsessed with the antiseptically clean house as a status symbol, and whether we really need to worry about every bit of dust on that baseboard. Find out more about Sarah Archer: https://www.sarah-archer.com/ Suppo…

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Why MLB Network's Dan Plesac thinks Shane Smith is the real deal 31:46

3M ago31:46

31:46

Dan Plesac knows pitching. He pitched 18 years in the majors and follows every team in the majors on MLB Network. He joined Chuck Garfien on the podcast to talk about White Sox rookie Shane Smith who has dominated the Guardians and Twins in his first two major league starts. They also discuss how Dan grew up a diehard White Sox fan, his unfulfilled…

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Bi-Fiscally w/ Megan Beth Koester 1:00:28

3M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

Comedian and professional grifter Megan Beth Koester is back! Check out Grift Horse with Howard and her every week. Topics include: Gilligan's Blumhouse. Minecraft Money. Woodgrill Poker. Subscribe at www.whochartedpod.com to support the show, and gain access to Two Charted, the weekly Howard/Brett deep-dive bonus show, and the entire Who Charted a…

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Early season hot takes about the White Sox cold start 51:04

3M ago51:04

51:04

Chuck Garfien and White Sox field reporter Connor McKnight discuss the White Sox slow start to the season. They share what they’ve liked and haven’t liked so far, the biggest overreactions to what’s happened, which players are flying under the radar, early season hot takes and more.By Chicago Sports Network

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Great White Sox insight from new outfielder Travis Jankowski 16:17

3M ago16:17

16:17

Chuck Garfien speaks with outfielder Travis Jankowski who asked out of his contract with the Cubs during spring training to sign with the White Sox. The 11-year veteran talks about what attracted him to the South Side, the kind of baseball the White Sox will play this year, his relationship with manager Will Venable, making the best catch of his li…

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White Sox starters red-hot start with catcher Korey Lee 17:35

3M ago17:35

17:35

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox catcher Korey Lee about Sean Burke, Shane Smith and a starting rotation that has been on fire to begin the season. Lee also talks about his new and improved batting stance and mechanical change, Andrew Vaughn’s impact on his career, what manager Will Venable has brought to the team and more.…

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VII w/ Ronnie Adrian 1:23:28

3M ago1:23:28

1:23:28

Comedian and actor Ronnie Adrian returns to the charts! Stay tuned to the end for his live dates! Topics include: The Freak Off Chart, Howard's Chips Take, Jesus Wick, Mr. Mister, Sleazy Satanic Rock. Subscribe at www.whochartedpod.com to support the show, and gain access to Two Charted, the weekly Howard/Brett deep-dive bonus show, and the entire …

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