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This is All Ball: The Defector Media NFL podcast. Featuring no gambling or fantasy talk, just straight matchup and team breakdowns every week. Starring lifelong ball knowers Drew Magary and Arif Hasan.

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#8
Wednesday · 1 hr 29 min
The Worst Undefeated Team In A Century
The Vikings are the last unbeaten NFL team. Are they frauds? They have the top scoring defense in the league, but their offense has scored four total TDs in the last five games. How is that possible? Credits Hosts: Drew Magary & Arif Hasan Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude Voiceover: Eli Yudin Ads & Production Services: Multitude Subscribe to Defector! Subscribe to Wide Left! About The Show This is All Ball: The Defector Media NFL podcast. Featuring no gambling or fantasy talk, just straight matchup and team breakdowns every week. Starring lifelong ball knowers Drew Magary and Arif Hasan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#7
October 21 · 1 hr 30 min
Who's Responsible For The Ongoing Jalen Hurts Fiasco?
Is Troy Aikman out at Monday Night Football, and how does that relate to the Rams horrible 2-4 start? Is Carlie Irsay-Gordon proving to be a worse owner than her dad? And who is responsible for the ongoing Jalen Hurts fiasco? Credits Hosts: Drew Magary & Arif Hasan Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude Voiceover: Eli Yudin Ads & Production Services: Multitude Subscribe to Defector! Subscribe to Wide Left! About The Show This is All Ball: The Defector Media NFL podcast. Featuring no gambling or fantasy talk, just straight matchup and team breakdowns every week. Starring lifelong ball knowers Drew Magary and Arif Hasan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#6
October 14 · 1 hr 42 min
Justice For Husky Kickers!
Holy sh*t, that Commanders/Giants ending! Holy sh*t, that Eagles/Jags ending! Credits Hosts: Drew Magary & Arif Hasan Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude Voiceover: Eli Yudin Ads & Production Services: Multitude Subscribe to Defector! Subscribe to Wide Left! About The Show This is All Ball: The Defector Media NFL podcast. Featuring no gambling or fantasy talk, just straight matchup and team breakdowns every week. Starring lifelong ball knowers Drew Magary and Arif Hasan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#5
October 7 · 1 hr 53 min
Legally Distinct Throwgasms
The Eagles stink! Is it time for Nick Sirianni to get the boot? And how does one even print on 11x17 card stock? Happy Birthdays, Drew and Arif! Credits Hosts: Drew Magary & Arif Hasan Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude Voiceover: Eli Yudin Ads & Production Services: Multitude Subscribe to Defector! Subscribe to Wide Left! About The Show This is All Ball: The Defector Media NFL podcast. Featuring no gambling or fantasy talk, just straight matchup and team breakdowns every week. Starring lifelong ball knowers Drew Magary and Arif Hasan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#4
September 30 · 1 hr 39 min
Not Two Total Dipshits! Yet!
Drake Maye stinks! Giants trade for J.J. McCarthy! Doesn’t Case Keenum deserve to keep his job? (kidding not kidding) Credits Hosts: Drew Magary & Arif Hasan Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude Voiceover: Eli Yudin Ads & Production Services: Multitude Subscribe to Defector! Subscribe to Wide Left! About The Show This is All Ball: The Defector Media NFL podcast. Featuring no gambling or fantasy talk, just straight matchup and team breakdowns every week. Starring lifelong ball knowers Drew Magary and Arif Hasan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
September 25 · 46 min
How One Trick Play Tells The History Of Football
Last year, Josh Levin's grandfather told him about a college football game he saw in person all the way back in 1944. That game featured a play so bizarre that he remembered it for more than 80 years. After that conversation, Levin set out to learn as much as he could about what really happened that night in LSU’s Tiger Stadium. What he ended up finding was a much bigger story, about chicanery and ethics and a century’s worth of players hiding in plain sight. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#3
September 23 · 2 hr 1 min
The Justin Herbert Experiment is Over
Are the 49ers the best team in football? Are the Falcons the worst team in football? Could this show be better? Let's talk about it. Segments 00:02:52 – Mailbag 00:26:15 – Thursday Night 00:33:59 – Sunday Afternoon 01:52:01 – Sunday Night 01:56:55 – Monday Night 02:01:13 – Credits Credits Hosts: Drew Magary & Arif Hasan Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude Voiceover: Eli Yudin Ads & Production Services: Multitude Subscribe to Defector! Subscribe to Wide Left! About The Show This is All Ball: The Defector Media NFL podcast. Featuring no gambling or fantasy talk, just straight matchup and team breakdowns every week. Starring lifelong ball knowers Drew Magary and Arif Hasan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#2
September 16 · 1 hr 46 min
A Stoppable Force vs a Movable Object
Our first episode went smoothly, but we have some postgame adjustments we need to make: Drew said last week that he’d put ALL of the homerism away for this show, but that’s not fun. So he's gonna give himself a little bit, especially after the Vikings kicked the shit out of Green Bay on Sunday! MWAHAHAHAHA SUCK MY BALLS, JORDAN LOVE! Segments 00:06:45 – Mailbag 00:22:33 – Thursday Night 00:27:18 – Sunday Afternoon 01:03:13 – Sunday Late 01:29:11 – Sunday Night 01:36:42 – Monday Night 01:45:31 – Credits Sponsors Zocdoc, check that appointment off your to-do list! Credits Hosts: Drew Magary & Arif Hasan Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude Voiceover: Eli Yudin Ads & Production Services: Multitude Subscribe to Defector! Subscribe to Wide Left! About The Show This is All Ball: The Defector Media NFL podcast. Featuring no gambling or fantasy talk, just straight matchup and team breakdowns every week. Starring lifelong ball knowers Drew Magary and Arif Hasan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#1
September 9 · 1 hr 53 min
Every Week 1 Matchup
It's the start of the season, which can only mean one thing: Drew and Arif pick every single week one matchup. Sponsors Quince: download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, and get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns Blueland: get 15% oﬀ your first order Raycon: get 20% off Credits Hosts: Drew Magary & Arif Hasan Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude Voiceover: Eli Yudin Ads & Production Services: Multitude Subscribe to Defector! Subscribe to Wide Left! About The Show This is All Ball: The Defector Media NFL podcast. Featuring no gambling or fantasy talk, just straight matchup and team breakdowns every week. Starring lifelong ball knowers Drew Magary and Arif Hasan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
September 3 · 1 min
All Ball, the Defector Media NFL Podcast
No fantasy talk, no gambling advice, no other nerd shit. Starring Drew Magary and Arif Hasan, just two pure ball knowers who only want to talk about one thing… FOOTBALL. Kicking off September 10th on all podcast services. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
#304
August 27 · 1 hr 1 min
The Final Distraction with Tim Marchman
This is it. Thanks for so many great years. Stuff We Talked About Deadcast trivia Buzz Bissinger’s spurs Big Daddy Balls A rare guy remembering moment Me, ape-ish Mashups! The formal event on a sex boat Baseball yarmulkes Sponsors - Blueland, where you can get 15% off your first order Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude - Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude - Production Services & Ads: Multitude - 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.
#303
August 20 · 52 min
A Proven Placebo That Gets Results
Special announcement: Rohan is not here. But Drew and Roth do actually have an important announcement. Stuff We Talked About Masochistic tendencies The Cyber-Christ Complex Other people’s dogs Non-fungible podcasts Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude - Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude - Production Services & Ads: Multitude - 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.
#302
August 13 · 1 hr 6 min
Tee-Hee Ha-Ha Reparations Now Motherf*cker Energy with Justin Ellis
Fellow Defector Justin Ellis joins Drew and Roth! They talk about his upcoming book, The Cruelty of Nice Folks: Why Minneapolis Is the Story of America, and how Justin thinks it relates to the latest primaries. But first, Drew’s got a good old fashioned rant he needs to get off his chest. Then, they talk sports – is Justin excited about LaMelo Ball joining the Timberwolves, or skeptical? And, same question but with new Vikings starter Kyler Murray. Finally, they open up the funbag to figure out how long it takes to finish off a bottle of absinthe and a pumice stone. Preorder Justin’s new book now! 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 Dungy particles Little Mr. Met babies Wedding invite adhesive money The Vieux Carré spirit 300 puttanescas Actual sports questions! Sponsors - Taking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc - Blueland, where you can get 15% off your first order Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude - Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude - Production Services & Ads: Multitude - 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.
#301
August 6 · 53 min
A Tale of Two Sandwiches with Rohan Nadkarni
Rohan’s back! Him and Drew both have a sandwich story of woe that simply needs to be told. But, more importantly, Giannis is a Heat! Is Rohan excited? Also, the Dodgers just traded for Tigers ace Tarik Skubal. Why do the Dodgers hate baseball? Finally, they open up the funbag to figure out which hobbies would make the worst full time jobs, and proper elevator etiquette. 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 Drew’s camera angle Experimental aspics Minnesota jambalaya Bullet ice When your NBA dads fight Soft-ass hands Sponsors - Raycon, where you can get 20% off Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude - Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude - Production Services & Ads: Multitude - 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.
#300
July 30 · 52 min
Roller Skating Fully Nude into the Game
We’re deep in the summer, and that means a Drew and Roth solo episode! Drew is beaming in directly from his vacation, and Roth has some shit to shoot. After, they get to sports, like LeBron’s new commute, Tony Romo’s fresh DUI, and Sophie Cunningham’s deranged self-deflection. And Ross Douthat is joining… 60 Minutes? Psyched? Finally, they open up the funbag to answer real questions from real Defector readers and Distraction 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 Alex Guarnaschelli hit in the head with a frying pan Moving into The Fog Tony Romo getting pinched in Wisconsin The all-time leader in burned jerseys Sponsors - Factor, where you can get 50% off and one free breakfast item per box for one year - Mint Mobile, where new customers can get three months of premium wireless service for $15 a month Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude - Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude - Production Services & Ads: Multitude - 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.
#299
July 23 · 57 min
The Boorish Manners of a Yale-y with Paul Tremblay
Drew and Roth are joined by acclaimed horror novelist Paul Tremblay! Not only does Paul have a new book out, Dead but Dreaming of Electric Sheep, but he’s also now a certified cancer survivor. He’s also sued OpenAI, used to teach BC calculus, and is a huge Boston sports fan. They talk about all of that, including how this Red Sox winning streak is treating Paul. Then, they open up the funbag to answer questions from real Defector readers and Distraction listeners, and Paul shares his worst dishwasher habit. Pick up Paul’s new book, Dead but Dreaming of Electric Sheep, now! 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 Packies and scratchies Brains in jars A gas leak in the clubhouse Dishwasher heathens Does DJT believe in ghosts? Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude - Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude - Production Services & Ads: Multitude - 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.
#298
July 16 · 1 hr 3 min
What If We Tried To Win? with Justin Halpern
Justin Halpern (writer/producer, Abbott Elementary, Sh*t My Dad Says) has a new book, Get Lost, and he here’s to talk about how he wrote it with Drew and Roth. But first, Roth and Justin must commiserate about the Mets, and Drew gets recognized on the beach. Then, they open up the funbag to answer real questions from Defector readers and Distraction listeners. Go get Justin’s new book, Get Lost, out now! 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 Dapping in the toilet Witch doctors & geodesic domes Getting your kid to read your book A getting-hit coach Getting all your blood replaced Our sweet soft sons Sponsors - Raycon, where you can get 20% off - Zocdoc, where you can find and instantly book a doctor you love today - Blueland, where you can get 15% off your first order Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Brandon Grugle, Multitude - Editor: Mischa Stanton, Multitude - Production Services & Ads: Multitude - 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.
#297
July 9 · 50 min
We Americans Know Better with Diana Moskovitz & Dave McKenna
Drew has finally vanquished Roth, so fellow Defectors Diana Moskovitz and Dave McKenna are on the show! First, World Cup – who’s rooting for who? Are either of them for it coming ‘ome to England? How expensive are these tickets exactly?! Then, they open up the fun bag to answer real questions from Defector readers and Distraction listeners. Can this one easy rule change make soccer exciting for Americans? 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 Half price burgers on Monday nights Enormous badonkadonks Different Europe Korean light sticks Gaelic football’s superior rules Sponsors - MeUndies, where you can get up to 50% off their Subscribe & Save deal Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Brandon Grugle - Editor: Mischa Stanton - 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.
#296
July 2 · 47 min
Give the Lobster a Knife
It’s summer vacation season, and that means a classic Drew and Roth solo episode. Many digressions ensue, then they open up the funbag to answer real questions from real listeners, like: what’s the wildest thing they’ve done while intoxicated? and what’s the most disgusting raw food? Happy summer, everyone! 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 Doctor Who A record Jasper’s Apple TV theory Waking up with a turd in your shorts Elder pizza excellence Sponsors - Factor, where you can get 50% off and free daily greens per box - Mint Mobile, where new customers can get three months of premium wireless service for $15 a month Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Brandon Grugle - Editor: Mischa Stanton - 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.
#295
June 25 · 1 hr 4 min
The Last Refuge of Scoundrels with Kelsey McKinney & Alex Sujong Laughlin
Kelsey is here! Drew is not! Alex Sujong Laughlin is also here to discuss the new season of Try Hard, the first episode of which just came out last week. Alex has written some really good and really scathing stuff about the scourge of The Video Podcast—how is she trying to make this one different and better? Also, Kelsey is about to disappear for a month to write a book. How does she tackle the mental and emotional challenge of locking in for that kind of thing? Finally, Roth is taught about Love Island, and they open up the funbag to answer real questions from Defector readers and Distraction 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 Speedrunning a sewing class, any% Fiber A sex barracks & other lustfulness Shaking the ant farm Men learning basic skills A wombat with the zoomies Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Brandon Grugle - Editor: Mischa Stanton - 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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