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Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

The Ringer — Veteran Boston sports personality Brian Barrett has teamed up with The Ringer for a podcast dedicated to all things Boston. From Fenway to Foxborough to the Garden, Off the Pike features instant reactions to the biggest games...

'When there was wonder in the world': why Raiders of the Lost Ark is my feelgood movie

'When there was wonder in the world': why Raiders of the Lost Ark is my feelgood movie

The Guardian — The latest in our series of writers paying tribute to their go-to comfort films celebrates Steven Spielberg's escapist globe-trotting adventure.

Robo-umps are here for the major league season. Baseball won't be the same. - The Boston Globe

Robo-umps are here for the major league season. Baseball won't be the same. - The Boston Globe

The Boston Globe — As the league debuts its Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System, I'm not sure it's worth what is being lost.

Captivated by curling in Brooklyn

Captivated by curling in Brooklyn

WNYC (New York, NY) — The Winter Olympics are in full swing. And the games have already provided plenty of drama and exhilarating moments. But what if you want to get in on the fun? Well, we don't all have a 400-foot ski jump in our backyard but we can definitely take in some curling action in Brooklyn. That's curling, the sport some say looks like two people using brushes on ice.

A night of throwing, sweeping and drinking with a Brooklyn curling club

A night of throwing, sweeping and drinking with a Brooklyn curling club

Gothamist — We tried out one Olympic sport you can do in New York City.

In Search of the Oldest Bar in New York City

In Search of the Oldest Bar in New York City

VinePair — Walking around Manhattan, it's hard not to notice the island's deep and rich history. Patinated monuments to famous national heroes, cobblestoned streets - simultaneously delighting sightseers and aggravating cab drivers - and, of course, the architecture, especially as one heads toward the southern tip of Manhattan, the oldest part of New York City.

What does it take to get on stage at NYC's Comedy Cellar?

What does it take to get on stage at NYC's Comedy Cellar?

WNYC (New York, NY) — How do you get on stage at one of the most famous comedy clubs in New York? Can you walk right in and step up to the microphone?

What does it take to get on stage at NYC's Comedy Cellar?

What does it take to get on stage at NYC's Comedy Cellar?

Gothamist — Although Will Arnett makes it look easy in "Is This Thing On?," in real life, it takes a lot more work.

Want tickets to 'Saturday Night Live?' Get in line.

Want tickets to 'Saturday Night Live?' Get in line.

Gothamist — The long, cold wait for a seat in Studio 8H.

US Open fans are feeling the squeeze of big crowds, high ticket prices

US Open fans are feeling the squeeze of big crowds, high ticket prices

Gothamist — Throngs of fans and vibe-seekers attended the first round of the tennis tournament in Flushing, Queens.

Who is Prime Mutton and why do New Yorkers care what he thinks about their Guinness?

Who is Prime Mutton and why do New Yorkers care what he thinks about their Guinness?

Gothamist — He's just trying to help you understand what good Guinness beer should taste like.

Dubai chocolate keeps selling out in New York City

Dubai chocolate keeps selling out in New York City

Gothamist — But why?

Baseball season is back. It won't be the same without Joe Castiglione. - The Boston Globe

Baseball season is back. It won't be the same without Joe Castiglione. - The Boston Globe

The Boston Globe — Red Sox Nation is preparing for life without the Hall of Fame broadcaster.

12 reasons why 2024 was a great year to be a casual sports fan in New York City

12 reasons why 2024 was a great year to be a casual sports fan in New York City

Gothamist — Whether you're hardcore or don't care about sports, 2024 was a great year.

Do New York Jets fans think Aaron Rodgers is worth the drama? We asked.

Do New York Jets fans think Aaron Rodgers is worth the drama? We asked.

Gothamist — Rodgers is arguably the most polarizing pro athlete in America.

From Brighton Beach to Cannes: An actor's 30-year quest for success comes with 'Anora'

From Brighton Beach to Cannes: An actor's 30-year quest for success comes with 'Anora'

Gothamist — But first, he had to quit the industry altogether.

The Yankees are in the World Series. Some of their biggest haters are in NYC.

The Yankees are in the World Series. Some of their biggest haters are in NYC.

Gothamist — "My hatred for the Yankees is about at an all-time high right now," said one Mets fan.

Should Mets fans have hope now that their team is in the playoffs? It's complicated.

Should Mets fans have hope now that their team is in the playoffs? It's complicated.

Gothamist — "The Mets have come up with so many ways to destroy me," said one cautiously optimistic fan.