A Fresh CBS Controversy, and Nick Kristof’s Column. Plus: A Midterms Check-in with Vox’s Benjy Sarlin

Today on The Press Box, Joel is out, so Bryan is back with David and they start by discussing another Bari Weiss and CBS story. Then, they move to the discourse around Nick Kristof’s recent column (23:17), they say goodbye to a legendary sports broadcaster, and much more. Then, Bryan is joined by Vox’s senior editor for politics Benjy Sarlin to do a midterm elections check-in (37:10). Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David ShoemakerProducers: Isaiah Blakely, Jamie Yukich, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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A Fresh CBS Controversy, and Nick Kristof’s Column. Plus: A Midterms Check-in with Vox’s Benjy Sarlin is an episode from Channel 33 by The Ringer.

This episode is 64:53 long.

This episode was published on May 15, 2026.

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