The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

Chuck Garfien is joined by White Sox pitcher Davis Martin to discuss his return from the injured list, pitching mechanics, and what it’s like competing in a pennant race. They also talk about the team’s growing hunger and what’s ahead as the White Sox push for the division. Chuck also looks into the past and how far the White Sox have come. 

White Sox manager Will Venable joins Chuck Garfien to discuss Pat Murphy’s influence, Tommy Pham's addition, Sean Newcomb's impact, and the emotions of managing during a long MLB season. Venable also looks ahead to the White Sox’s historic pursuit of an AL Central title, the pressure of a pennant race, and the possibility of winning AL Manager of the Year.
 

Chuck Garfien sits down with Chicago Sun-Times White Sox beat reporter James Fegan to revisit their spring training predictions and assess where those takes stand as the Sox lead the AL Central. They break down why the White Sox can win the division, what could stop them, the Guardians’ past September success, Sean Newcomb’s value, Tommy Pham’s latest comments, and James’ final prediction for how the division race will play out.

Chuck Garfien is joined by Brewers manager Pat Murphy to talk about the White Sox’ new style of play, Will Venable, Walker McKinven, and the balance between “old school” baseball and analytics. Plus, Chuck breaks down Joe Ryan’s comments and looks at the additions of Tommy Pham and Jake Cave.

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox pitcher Mike Vasil to discuss the team’s magical season, the division race, and his road to recovery from Tommy John surgery. Vasil also reacts to quotes from his roomate and teammate Chase Meidroth, looks ahead to the White Sox Magic Wand Giveaway, and imagines what a potential division-clinching celebration could be like.

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox catcher Jake Rogers to discuss his whirlwind journey from the Tigers to the Orioles, Red Sox, and White Sox all in the span of 21 days, including his friendship with Tarik Skubal and the wild trade that brought him to Chicago. Rogers also reflects on his first game with the White Sox, his recent walk-off home run against the Mets, and much more.

Chuck Garfien answers White Sox fans’ questions in another Ask Me Anything episode of the White Sox Podcast, covering Will Venable’s big-game management, the starting rotation, Chris Getz's trade deadline strategy, Jose Urquidy’s future, and the team’s chances of winning the AL Central. Chuck also shares his White Sox MVP, the player who has impressed him most, his ideal postseason rotation, and who he'd want to see again in the "White Sox" section of heaven.

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox infielder Chase Meidroth to reflect on his confidence in this team a year ago and what it’s like to see the Sox in first place in 2026. Meidroth discusses his two-homer game in Boston, the team’s sweep of the Tigers, his growing leadership role, Miguel Vargas' season, his connection with Sam Antonacci, Mike Vasil’s magic, and his ultimate goal of winning a World Series and what he might do if that day comes.

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox pitcher Grant Taylor about being in first place, and whether playoff experience matters. He also breaks down his development as a pitcher, from his slider, sinker, and changeup to his preparation, use of data, and the step he’s taken this season. Plus, they discuss Sean Burke, closing out games, facing Tyler Stephenson, Fleetwood Fridays, Spider-Man, the Pope hat giveaway, and his dog "Ace."

Chuck Garfien sits down with 2005 World Series champion and former White Sox outfielder Scott Podsednik to go behind the scenes of the moment he broke the news to Ozzie Guillen that his No. 13 would be retired. Podsednik also reflects on what it was like playing for Ozzie and shares his thoughts on the 2026 White Sox. Then, Chuck sits down with the man of the hour and his tv "compadre," Ozzie Guillen, to discuss what it means to have his No. 13 retired and officially enshrined by the White Sox.