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The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
The White Sox Podcast brings you unparalleled insight and access to the White Sox. Featuring interviews with current/former players and coaches, we’ll tell you why something happened yesterday, and what’s likely going to happen tomorrow. Hosted by Chuck Garfien, we’ll bring you new episodes release every Tuesday and Thursday, and whenever news breaks.
Episodes
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
2005 World Series Champions Reunite
On this edition of The White Sox Podcast as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the unforgettable 2005 World Series team. Mark Buehrle, Paul Konerko, A.J…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Young Arms, Smart Plans: Pitching Coach Ethan Katz on the Sox's Surprising Staff
On this episode of The White Sox Podcast, Chuck Garfien talks with pitching coach Ethan Katz about how his pitching staff has been able to outperform others…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Celebrating the Life of Bobby Jenks
Chuck Garfien honors the life and legacy of White Sox legend Bobby Jenks, who passed away at 44 after a battle with cancer. With memories from Ozzie Guillén…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Remembering Sherm Lollar and the Go-Go Sox with Pete Lollar
Sherm Lollar is often overlooked in baseball history, but as Chuck Garfien reveals in this conversation with Lollar’s son Pete, he may very well be the…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Miguel Vargas’ Swing Adjustment Fueling Breakout White Sox Season
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
The TV Magic Behind Friday Night All-Access
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Brian Bannister on Data, Development, and the Future of Sox Pitching
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
White Sox Rookie Grant Taylor on MLB Debut, Triple-Digit Heat, and White Sox Future
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Why the White Sox Might End Up Winning the Miguel Vargas Trade
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
James Fegan on the Sox Rebuild, Rookie Rise, and Realistic Optimism
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
White Sox Hitting Coach Marcus Thames on Fixing the Offense and Building a Hitting Identity
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
CHSN joins Comcast, Jerry Reinsdorf's deal with Justin Ishbia, and Kyle Teel gets the call!
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
How Adrian Houser Reinvented Himself on His Way to The White Sox
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
MLB.com's Scott Merkin on Luis Robert Jr.’s Slump and Trade Outlook
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
White Sox Director of Hitting Ryan Fuller on Miguel Vargas, Colson Montgomery, Kyle Teel, Tim Elko and many more
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Ozzie Guillen and Bruce Bochy on their 40-year friendship, old school managing, Will Venable and more.
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…
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Jonathan Cannon’s wild Tim Elko story, learning how to win in the majors and more
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 Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Are the White Sox turning the corner?
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Nancy Faust and the Sound of the South Side
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
How Edgar Quero is setting the tone for the Chicago White Sox
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Harold Baines reflects on his White Sox career and the surgeries that saved his life
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
How Rule-5 pick Mike Vasil went from unprotected to unhittable with the White Sox
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
What happened to the White Sox and the path forward with Vinnie Duber
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Kannapolis manager Chad Pinder on Braden Montgomery, George Wolkow and how the Cannon Ballers lead the minors in stolen bases
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Ask Chuck and Ozzie anything!
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
How Shane Smith went from Rule-5 pick to the pitcher everyone’s talking about
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
What Chase Meidroth is already bringing to the White Sox
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Why MLB Network's Dan Plesac thinks Shane Smith is the real deal
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Early season hot takes about the White Sox cold start
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Great White Sox insight from new outfielder Travis Jankowski
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
White Sox starters red-hot start with catcher Korey Lee
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…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
White Sox season preview with Ozzie Guillen
Chuck and Ozzie are back together, talking all things White Sox in this 2025 season preview. What advice would Ozzie give to new manager Will Venable? What…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
White Sox season predictions for 2025
What will happen with the White Sox in 2025? Chuck Garfien, Connor McKnight and Brooke Fletcher are looking into the future to make predictions for 2025. Who…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Inside the 2025 White Sox with GM Chris Getz
With Opening Day just one week away, Chuck Garfien sits down with GM Chris Getz to get a pulse of the team and what’s happening behind the scenes with the…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
10 spring training surprises with Connor McKnight
Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox insider and field reporter Connor McKnight about his new job covering the team. They then talk about 10 players who have…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Chase Meidroth on his hitting philosophy and why he plays the game like a ‘dirtbag’
Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox infielder Chase Meidroth about his knack for getting on base, his favorite stat in baseball, his favorite player, winning…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Colson Montgomery sent down to Triple-A/Dylan Cease interview
Chuck Garfien and White Sox sideline reporter Brooke Fletcher react to the news that shortstop Colson Montgomery will not make the team out of spring training…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
How NBA superstar Kevin Durant is playing a role in the comeback of White Sox pitcher Justin Dunn
Chuck Garfien speaks with pitcher Justin Dunn, a former first round pick and top prospect who is trying to make a comeback with the White Sox. They talk about…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Is a breakout season coming for Sean Burke?
Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox pitcher Sean Burke about growing up pitching in cold weather in Massachusetts, coming back from a shoulder injury last…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Why Rikuu Nishida is one of the most exciting players in the White Sox farm system
You won’t find 5-foot-6 second baseman Rikuu Nishida on any White Sox top 30 prospect lists, but the 23-year-old Japanese leadoff hitter has played a big role…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Inside the new pitch that might transform Davis Martin’s career
Chuck Garfien sits down with pitcher Davis Martin at spring training to talk about the “kick change” pitch he started throwing at the end of last season and…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
🚨 Our 1,000th episode with special guest 2005 World Series MVP Jermaine Dye! 🚨
Chuck Garfien celebrates the 1,000th episode of the podcast with a salute to White Sox fans for listening to the pod since its launch in 2016. Then, he speaks…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Why Mike Tauchman is a great fit for the White Sox
Chuck Garfien speaks with new White Sox outfielder Mike Tauchman about his decision to sign with the White Sox, his fighter mentality at the plate, growing up…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
The White Sox are a family affair for new sideline reporter Brooke Fletcher
Chuck Garfien speaks with CHSN’s Brooke Fletcher who has joined the White Sox broadcast team as a sideline reporter. They talk about the many connections…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
A soul searching Tim Anderson reflects on his White Sox career and new chapter with Angels
Chuck Garfien catches up with Tim Anderson in Arizona to talk about his White Sox career, his struggles the last two seasons and his new opportunity with the…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Playing winning baseball with new infielder Josh Rojas
Josh Rojas saw firsthand how the Arizona Diamondbacks went from losing 110 games in 2021 to advancing to the World Series two years later. He speaks with Chuck…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
How new bench coach Walker McKinven will help the White Sox win more games
Chuck Garfien speaks with bench coach Walker McKinven about what he does behind the scenes before and during games that will put the White Sox in a better…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Why Martin Perez believes the White Sox will be a surprise team in 2025
Chuck Garfien speaks with new White Sox pitcher Martin Perez who explains why the World Series champion signed with the White Sox and believes they will…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Braden Montgomery won’t stop until he makes it to the major leagues
Chuck Garfien speaks with prospect Braden Montgomery about getting traded to the White Sox in the Garrett Crochet deal this offseason, overcoming a broken…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Ethan Katz breaks down the White Sox pitching staff on Day One of spring training
Chuck Garfien speaks with pitching coach Ethan Katz about Jonathan Cannon’s emergence last season, the new pitch that might change the arc of Davis Martin’s…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
10 burning questions for Sox Machine’s James Fegan
With the White Sox starting spring training in Arizona, Chuck Garfien is at Camelback Ranch asking Sox Machine’s James Fegan 10 pressing questions about the…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Spring training prospect preview with Director of Player Development Paul Janish
With many of the White Sox top prospects invited to big league camp for spring training, Chuck Garfien gets a preview of what’s ahead, speaking with Paul…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Why the Reds are the “perfect fit” for Luis Robert Jr.
If the White Sox end up trading Luis Robert Jr., Reds beat writer Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Inquirer believes the White Sox and Reds are a perfect…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Edgar Quero dreaming about his major league debut
Chuck Garfien speaks with catcher Edgar Quero about his journey from Cuba to the United States, the importance of learning English, modeling his game after…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Mark Buehrle gets a statue, buys beers for White Sox fans, 2005 memories and more!
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the 2005 World Series, Chuck Garfien hosts a panel at SoxFest with Mark Buehrle, Freddy Garcia, Jose Contreras and Harold…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Why MLB Network’s Brian Kenny would vote Mark Buehrle into the Hall of Fame
White Sox legend Mark Buehrle might be a long shot to eventually be inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame, but MLB Network’s Brian Kenny believes that he…
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How much better will the White Sox be in 2025 with MLB’s Anthony Castrovince
Chuck Garfien speaks with Anthony Castrovince of MLB.com and MLB Network to make sense of what happened with the White Sox last season and why they should be…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Conversation with Ray Durham, the most underrated White Sox player in the last 30 years?
Since 2025 marks the 125th year of the White Sox franchise, we’re bringing former White Sox players onto the podcast throughout the year to talk about their…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Why Sergio Santos is excited about the White Sox future, his new job as Triple-A manager and more
Chuck Garfien speaks with former White Sox pitcher Sergio Santos about how the Birmingham Barons won a Double-A championship last season in his first year as…
- The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Who the White Sox are getting in the Garrett Crochet trade with Red Sox Double-A broadcaster Emma Tiedemann
As the radio voice of the Portland Sea Dogs, Emma Tiedemann was in the broadcast booth calling games for new White Sox prospects Kyle Teel, Chase Meidroth and…