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White Sox Nation Podcast

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The best podcast for White Sox fans to listen to. Tune in every Monday as host Jack Theil talks about the biggest news surrounding the White Sox, comments on past games or series, and welcomes special guests to talk about White Sox baseball.
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Episode #49, White Sox Bounce Back After Devastating Loss and Sweep Boston

White Sox Nation PodcastMay 11, 2022

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Episode #49, White Sox Bounce Back After Devastating Loss and Sweep Boston

Episode #49, White Sox Bounce Back After Devastating Loss and Sweep Boston

Host Jack Theil breaks down this past weeks games including a three game sweep in Boston, the most devastating White Sox loss in years, he talks about how the players responded with a win the next night, why the White Sox have to fix errors before it’s too late, and takes a look at next week games including a four game series against the Yankees. Tune in!
May 11, 202226:23
Episode #48, White Sox Take Crosstown Classic, TA Continues to Hit

Episode #48, White Sox Take Crosstown Classic, TA Continues to Hit

Host Jack Theil breaks down the latest White Sox games including a sweep against the Cubs, explains why Tim Anderson is hitting on another level, injury updates and who we can expect back on the roster in the coming weeks, breaks down this weeks games, and gives his bold predictions. Tune in!
May 05, 202222:46
Episode #47, Embarrassing Week for the White Sox, Offense and Defense Struggling

Episode #47, Embarrassing Week for the White Sox, Offense and Defense Struggling

Host Jack Theil breaks down the rough week for the White Sox, what they have to do to break the 8 game losing streak, his thoughts on the recent decisions of La Russa, an injury update on Sox players and when we could see them, takes a look at this weeks games, and gives his bold predictions. Tune in!
Apr 27, 202218:59
Episode #46, Cease and Kopech Shine, Garcia Continues to Struggle

Episode #46, Cease and Kopech Shine, Garcia Continues to Struggle

Host Jack Theil breaks down the past weeks games, White Sox win both series, Kopech and Cease continue to dominate on the mound, the struggles for Leury Garcia continue to worsen, and he takes a look at this weeks game and gives his predictions. Tune in!
Apr 20, 202227:36
Episode #45, White Sox Win First Series and Potential New Pitcher for the White Sox

Episode #45, White Sox Win First Series and Potential New Pitcher for the White Sox

Host Jack Theil breaks down the firsts series win for the White Sox, what went wrong and what went right, how a new pitcher could join the White Sox in the upcoming days, takes a look at the first home-stand, and gives his bold predictions. Tune in!
Apr 12, 202224:57
Episode #44, Spring Training Update and Fresh Faces

Episode #44, Spring Training Update and Fresh Faces

Host Jack Theil breaks down the recent acquisitions for the White Sox and what there roles will be, spring training update, who’s impressed and likely for a big 2022 season. Tune in!
Mar 29, 202223:50
Episode #43, An Update On The MLB and White Sox

Episode #43, An Update On The MLB and White Sox

WSNP returns after a long break, host Jack Theil talks about the current situation of the league and what to expect going into this season, Jack expands on the league haunting steroid testing for the first time in 20 years, and talks about the newest member of the White Sox, Oscar Colts. Tune in!
Feb 09, 202218:24
Episode #42, An Ending to a Historic 2021 Season

Episode #42, An Ending to a Historic 2021 Season

Host Jack Theil breaks down the ALDS series with the Houston Astros, what went wrong and why the Sox lost the series, explains how there will be a bigger picture for the White Sox next year and years to come and gives an update on the future schedule of White Sox Nation Podcast. Tune in!
Oct 14, 202119:53
Episode #41, ALDS Preview

Episode #41, ALDS Preview

Host Jack Theil breaks down team awards for the 2021 regular season, how the White Sox will matchup with the Houston Astros, and gives details of game times and locations. Tune in!
Oct 04, 202121:27
Episode #40, AL Central Champs

Episode #40, AL Central Champs

Host Jack Theil breaks down the White Sox winning the division for the first time since 2008 and make the playoffs consecutive seasons for the first time in franchise history, who the White Sox will likely play in the playoffs and how it matches up, takes a look at the last week of the regular season, talks about the playoff schedule the White Sox will endure and gives his bold predictions. Tune in!
Sep 27, 202124:08
Episode #39, Playoff Previews on the South Side

Episode #39, Playoff Previews on the South Side

Host Jack Theil breaks down this past weeks games, how the potential playoff matchups will help the White Sox make a playoff run in October, what the White Sox need to improve on in the upcoming weeks, why it’s fine the White Sox are being cautions with their players ahead of the playoffs, and takes a look at this weeks games and gives his bold predictions. Tune in!
Sep 13, 202123:19
Episode #38, Welcome Back Yaz

Episode #38, Welcome Back Yaz

Host Jack Theil breaks down the past weeks games including the big run games, the return of Yaz and how he will push the White Sox to new levels with his return, the development of Luis Robert, why he’s been on a tear and one of the best hitters on the team since his return from injury, the status of Dallas Kuchel, what the Sox should do with him and possibly someone could be on the way to replace him as the 5th starter, and takes a look at this weeks game as well as gives his bold predictions. Tune in!
Aug 30, 202125:05
Episode #37, TA Delivers, Sox Beat Over .500 Teams

Episode #37, TA Delivers, Sox Beat Over .500 Teams

Host Jack Theil talks about last weeks games, how the White Sox were able to string some nice wins, Yoan Moncada and the season he’s been having, why fans should be patient and realize he’s having a good year, the clutchness of Time Anderson, how he’s become this type of player, news on the return of Yasmani Grandal, when and what to expect when he returns, takes a look at this weeks games and gives his bold predictions. Tune in!
Aug 23, 202121:58
Episode #36, Tim Anderson is The Face of Baseball

Episode #36, Tim Anderson is The Face of Baseball

Host Jack Theil recaps this past weeks games including the Field of Dreams game, why Tim Anderson should be considered the face of baseball, why fans shouldn’t let a regular season series determine the teams playoff date, how the return of Eloy has improve everyone’s stats and takes a look at this weeks games! Tune in!
Aug 16, 202125:44
Episode #35, Welcome Back Luis Robert

Episode #35, Welcome Back Luis Robert

Host Jack Theil breaks down this past weeks games, including the Crosstown Cup. The return of Luis Robert, what is workload will be for the first weeks, how important it is to the lineup, takes a look at the schedule for the next two weeks and analyzes how playing four over .500 teams will prepare the White Sox for the Postseason, and takes a look at this weeks games and gives his bold predictions. Tune in!
Aug 09, 202122:15
Episode #34, Reinforcements Added to the Southside

Episode #34, Reinforcements Added to the Southside

Host Jack Theil breaks down this past weeks games, the trades the White Sox made, what they mean to the team and how well they’ll fit for a playoff run, takes a look at this weeks games including the Crosstown Classic, and gives his bold predictions. Tune in!
Aug 02, 202125:50
Episode #33, Welcome Back Eloy

Episode #33, Welcome Back Eloy

Host Jack Theil talks about this weeks pasts games, why the Brewers series will help the White Sox in the long run, the return of Eloy and what that means to the lineup and how the White Sox will use him, why Lance Lynn has made it the clear choice he should be #1 starter in the playoffs, takes a look at this weeks games and gives his bold predictions. Tune in!
Jul 26, 202123:32
Episode #32, Statement Weekend From The White Sox

Episode #32, Statement Weekend From The White Sox

Host Jack Theil breaks down the series with the Houston Astros, the Lance Lynn extension and what that means to the pitching rotation, why the White Sox can beat good teams, more trade deadline talk, update on Eloy Jimenez and when we could expect him, and a look at this weeks upcoming games. Tune in!
Jul 19, 202119:19
Episode #31, Time To Turn Things Around Before The All-Star Break

Episode #31, Time To Turn Things Around Before The All-Star Break

Host Jack Theil takes a look at this weeks past games, why the White Sox have been on a losing skid, potential trade targets for the White Sox ahead of the deadline, even though the White Sox have been losing, why it’s impressive to see them where they at, takes a look at this weeks games, and gives his bold predictions for this week. Tune in!
Jun 28, 202123:39
Episode #30, Changes On The Way For The White Sox

Episode #30, Changes On The Way For The White Sox

Host Jack Theil breaks down this past weeks games, why fans shouldn’t panic about the Houston series and relax, why the White Sox could be adding a new player in the upcoming weeks, what do do with Yermin as he continues to slump in June, and breaks down this weeks games, as well as gives his bold predictions! Tune in!
Jun 21, 202119:42
Episode #29, Next Man Up Mentality

Episode #29, Next Man Up Mentality

Host Jack Theil breaks down the past games for the White Sox, what to do after the Nick Madrigal injury, why the pitching rotation is setting themselves up for a historic year, why the next man up mentality for the White Sox will help in the long run. And Jack will take a look at this weeks games and give his bold predictions. Tune in!
Jun 14, 202121:60
Episode #28, Engel Returns, Lynn Continues to Impress

Episode #28, Engel Returns, Lynn Continues to Impress

Host Jack Theil takes a look at this past weeks games, talks about the return of Adam Engel and what that means for the White Sox, how Lance Lynn dominant pitching is helping the White Sox more then you think, why Yaz is finally getting hot at the plate, and takes a look at this weeks games including an interesting series with the Blue Jays. Tune in!
Jun 08, 202117:51
Episode #27, Division Lead Grows, MVPito Gets Hot

Episode #27, Division Lead Grows, MVPito Gets Hot

Host jack Theil brings the action after Memorial Day, he talks about the hot streak of Lucas Giolito and why it’s happening, how Jose Abreu is heating up to his MVP form, what White Sox should do with the #2 hole in the lineup, and Jack takes a look at this weeks games and gives predictions! Tune in!
Jun 01, 202123:35
Episode #26, Giolito Gets Rolling, Moncada Continues To Impress

Episode #26, Giolito Gets Rolling, Moncada Continues To Impress

Host Jack Theil breaks down this past weeks games, why Moncada is reaching superstar level, how swinging on 3-0 shouldn’t be a big deal and cause issues, why the New York series shouldn’t make you panic about the team, and he takes a look at this weeks slate of games and gives his bold predictions. Tune in!
May 24, 202131:12
Episode #25, The Chicago White Sox Are Rolling

Episode #25, The Chicago White Sox Are Rolling

Host Jack Theil breaks down the past week for the White Sox, why it’s not fair to think Lucas Giolito isn’t an ace anymore, the batting approach by Nick Madrigal and why there might have to be some fixes to it, and Jack takes a look at this weeks games, analyzes them, and gives his bold predictions! Tune in!
May 17, 202124:48
Episode #24, Old School Offense and Dominant Pitching

Episode #24, Old School Offense and Dominant Pitching

This podcast is brought to you by MANSCAPED, use the code CHI for 20% + free shipping. Host Jack Theil breaks down this past weeks action. The dominant pitching from the rotation, how Yaz is playing well and how he is, the White Sox adapt an old school offense, why Dylan Cease could be in store for a huge stretch, and takes a look at this weeks games and breaks them down. Tune in!
May 10, 202125:50
Episode #23, Rodon And Cease Deal, Center Field Becomes Interesting

Episode #23, Rodon And Cease Deal, Center Field Becomes Interesting

Host Jack Theil breaks down the past weekday action. Talks about the great performances by Carlos Rodon and Dylan Cease, what to do in center field with the injury to Luis Robert, takes a look at this weeks games, and gives his bold predictions for this weeks slate of games. Tune in!
May 03, 202121:37
Episode #22, Sox Sweep, Offense Gets Rolling

Episode #22, Sox Sweep, Offense Gets Rolling

Host Jack Theil breaks down the successful week for the White Sox with the sweep against the Rangers. Kopechs start and what the future holds for him and what they should do with him, the hot bat of Nick Madrigal and his two strike approach, Moncadas improvement after being moved to the three spot, and Jack takes a look at this weeks games and gives his predictions. Tune in!
Apr 26, 202122:12
Episode #21, Another White Sox No-Hitter

Episode #21, Another White Sox No-Hitter

Host Jack Theil breaks down the historic week in terms of Carlos Rodons no-hitter against the Indians, the return of Tim Anderson, the improvement of Luis Robert at the plater, why not to panic about Giolitos start against the Red Sox and a look at this weeks games. Tune in!
Apr 19, 202123:54
Episode #20, Defense and Bullpen Woes Continue

Episode #20, Defense and Bullpen Woes Continue

The first full week of baseball is complete and host Jack Theil breaks down the action. What is happening to the defense and bullpen? How the White Sox have to step up at the plate, bright spots from the past week, and a look at this weeks game, including predictions and analysis. Tune in!
Apr 12, 202121:31
Episode #19, Four Down, 158 Left To Play

Episode #19, Four Down, 158 Left To Play

Host Jack Theil breaks down the opening series for the White Sox. What went right, what went wrong. Who shined and who needs to step up, why not to panic about the first four games, first impressions on Tony LaRussa, and takes a look at the upcoming games for the White Sox. Tune in!
Apr 05, 202125:31
Episode #18, Devastating News Ahead Opening Day

Episode #18, Devastating News Ahead Opening Day

Host Jack Theil breaks down the Eloy Jimenez injury, future position change in the future, what will the Sox do now, who replaces his spot in left field, and Jack talks about the opening day matchup with the Los Angeles Angles, gives his predictions on the games and the lineup as well. Tune in!
Mar 29, 202123:22
Episode #17, Spring Training Update

Episode #17, Spring Training Update

Host Jack Theil breaks down the White Sox Spring Training so far. Who has been impressive so far, why Andrew Vaughn needed a strong Spring Training, why White Sox fans shouldn’t be too upset if White Sox lose Spring Training games, and predictions on the lineup and rotation entering Opening Day!
Mar 22, 202119:43
Episode #16, Interview with Danny Vietti

Episode #16, Interview with Danny Vietti

White Sox Nation Podcast is back and host Jack Theil interviews CBSSports MLB Writer Danny Vietti! Danny talks about how things have been leading up to the 2021 Spring Training, why people should start recognizing the White Sox, the showdown between the Dodgers and Padres, and what he’s looking forward to the most this upcoming 2021 season. Tune in!
Feb 22, 202133:49
Episode #15, Things Are Getting Hot On The South Side

Episode #15, Things Are Getting Hot On The South Side

White Sox Nation Podcast is back! Emergency podcast for the addition of Liam Hendriks as well Lance Lynn and Adam Eaton. Host Jack Theil breaks down the Hendriks signing, how it will fit into the bullpen, how Lance Lynn makes a bigger impact then you think, why the Sox aren’t done making moves yet, and possibly who else could be on there way to the south side. Tune in!
Jan 12, 202121:15
Episode #14, Interview with Jon Zaghloul

Episode #14, Interview with Jon Zaghloul

White Sox Nation Podcast is back! Host Jack Theil interviews Jon Zaghloul, as they talk about Jons young and experienced Sports Media career, the development of Tony LaRussa and what could happen to him, how the White Sox could approach the off-season, and if there could be another crosstown trade on the horizon! Tune in!
Nov 16, 202036:48
Episode #13, Welcome back Tony La Russa

Episode #13, Welcome back Tony La Russa

White Sox Nation Podcast is back. There’s a new manger in town and Host Jack Theil breaks it down. Jack talks about what made them decide to roll with La Russa, if this was a Jerry move or Rick move, what could be challenging for him managing the White Sox, if free agents want to play for La Russa, and his expectations for La Russa managing the White Sox!
Oct 30, 202029:60
Episode #12, Interview with (Céspedes Family BBQ) Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman

Episode #12, Interview with (Céspedes Family BBQ) Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman

Host Jack Theil is back and has two great guests on the show! They talk about the World Series and how the expanded playoff format has gone, who should be the next White Sox manger, who’s one guy the White Sox should go out and sign, how Lucas Giolito is a demon on the mound, what’s next for Céspedes Family BBQ and more! Tune in!
Oct 21, 202049:15
Episode #11, Season to Remember

Episode #11, Season to Remember

As the White Sox season concludes, Host Jack Theil dives into the Wild Card Series, talks about Games 1, 2, and 3. How Lucas Giolito submitted himself as a legitimate ace, what went wrong in game 3, how the inexperienced of postseason play hurt the White Sox, and why you shouldn’t be down about this year and excited for the future of White Sox baseball!
Oct 05, 202019:60
Episode #10, Time For The Playoffs

Episode #10, Time For The Playoffs

Host Jack Theil breaks down what went wrong for the White Sox during their slump, the questionable decisions made by Rick Renteria, what the Sox need to do to get back on track, who should be the Game 3 starter or what the plan should be, breakdown on the Oakland Athletics, and his prediction on the series. Tune in!
Sep 28, 202028:01
Episode #9, Great Week To Win A Division

Episode #9, Great Week To Win A Division

White Sox Nation Podcast is here for a huge week! Host Jack Theil breaks down the Minnesota and Cincinnati series, the scenarios for the White Sox to clinch the division, who should pitch game one and two in the playoffs, explains why a week like this could set the Sox up for a playoff run, and looks at this weeks matchups with the Indians and Cubs. Tune in!
Sep 21, 202034:48
Episode #8, #MVPito

Episode #8, #MVPito

Host Jack Theil breakdowns the past week, talks about the return of Reynaldo Lopez and what that could mean, his case for Jose Abreu winning AL MVP, comments on the criticism the White Sox have received for their schedule, how the Minnesota series is the biggest series in over five years, and more!
Sep 14, 202026:30
Episode #7, Meaningful Baseball In September

Episode #7, Meaningful Baseball In September

The first White Sox Nation Podcast of September! Host Jack Theil talks about this past week, the Kansas City sweep, the injury of Dallas Keuchel, the rise of Luis Robert, Lucas Giolitos past performances, what the Sox should do with the #4 and #5 slots in the rotation, and takes a look at this weeks games!
Sep 07, 202034:32
Episode #6, Interviews with Herb Lawrence and Jordan Lazowski

Episode #6, Interviews with Herb Lawrence and Jordan Lazowski

Another is edition of White Sox Nation Podcast is here! Host Jack Theil is joined by Herb Lawrence (1:46) and Jordan Lazowski (48:23)! Herb talks about the past week for the White Sox, Yoan Moncada’s health status, Trade Deadline new, Eloy Jimenez surge to possible AL MVP candidate, and his favorite food to get at Guaranteed Rate! Jordan talks about the latest White Sox trade moves, how the Sox should approach the final hours of the deadline, the worth of the White Sox Prospects, and his tips to win Sox Math!
Aug 31, 202001:18:37
Episode #5, Interviews with Mike Rankin and Daniel Greenberg

Episode #5, Interviews with Mike Rankin and Daniel Greenberg

It’s a special edition of White Sox Nation Podcast! Host Jack Theil welcomes Future Sox EIC Mike Rankin (1:21) and Daniel Greenberg (49:30) on the show. Mike talked about how things are going for the prospects in Schaumburg, 2020 White Sox debuts, Lucas Giolitos no-hitter, where the Sox stand approaching the Trade Deadline. Daniel talks about his time tweeting the latest Chicago Sports news, his thoughts on the White Sox and Cubs series, how the White Sox are exceeding expectations, if Tim Anderson is the new face of Chicago Sports and gives his favorite Chicago Sports moments!
Aug 27, 202001:04:01
Episode #4, Here Come The Chicago White Sox

Episode #4, Here Come The Chicago White Sox

White Sox Nation Podcast is back! Host Jack Theil talks about the slugging offense and it’s historic week, how Jose Abreu is now an AL MVP candidate, the debut of Dane Dunning, the recent execution of the White Sox pitching staff, and takes a look at this weeks matchups. Tune in!
Aug 24, 202027:06
Episode #3, The White Sox Offense

Episode #3, The White Sox Offense

Host Jack Theil reflects on the past week of Sox games, talks about the recent power surge of Eloy Jimenez, the inconsistency of the offense, who needs to start playing hot instead of cold, the development of the young White Sox pitchers, previews this weeks schedule, and gives his bold takes for this weeks game. Make sure to tune in!
Aug 17, 202026:39
Episode #2, Interview with Scott Merkin

Episode #2, Interview with Scott Merkin

White Sox Nation Podcast is back for another week! Host Jack Theil reflects on the past week of Sox games, talks about the highs and lows, and previews this weeks game. MLB.com White Sox Beat Writer Scott Merkin joins the show! Scott talks about the MLB and COVID-19, injury updates for the White Sox, the future for the starting rotation, and his favorite memory as a White Sox Beat Writer. Make sure to tune in!
Aug 10, 202036:59
Episode #1, Interview with Chuck Garfien

Episode #1, Interview with Chuck Garfien

The debut of White Sox Nation Podcast is off to a hot start. Host Jack Theil gives his first impressions of the first 10 games, talks about the young stars of Chicago, and the bullpen. Chuck Garfien joins the show and talks about Luis Robert, the impressive start to the season, the starting rotation, be sure to tune in!
Aug 04, 202032:53