The Ringer

The Full Go with Jason Goff

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Chicagoland’s own Jason Goff teamed up with The Ringer to put his unique spin on the Windy City sports scene. Featuring insight and analysis, interviews with friends and people who matter in town, and reaction from you, the listener, it’s your new home for all things Chi.

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Latest episode

Apr 10, 2026

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Episodes

Chicago Deadline Nothingness With Eno Sarris and Chris Tannehill, Plus RIP Vin Scully | Ep. 132 03.08.2022

The MLB trade deadline came and went, but the White Sox remained quiet and the Cubs kept their guys, as Jason got his hopes up for nothing (01:23). The underwhelming season continues to test his Sox fandom. Jason is next joined The Athletic’s Eno Sarris and 670 The Score’s Chris Tannehill (24:40). They break down why the Sox didn’t make a move, why Tony La Russa was never the right choice for this...

RIP Bill Russell, LaMond Pope on the White Sox’s Inconsistencies, and Bears Expectations With Kevin Fishbain | Ep. 131 01.08.2022

The Full Go returns and despite the White Sox's win, Jason goes all in on the team (01:24). He's then joined by LaMond Pope, who covers the White Sox for the Chicago Tribune (17:01). They discuss what the rest of the season will look like for the Sox, the team’s lack of basic fundamentals, Eloy Jimenez, and more. The Athletic’s Kevin Fishbain returns to the show as they break down everything comin...

Movie Theater Robbery, Plus Josh Perry on his Broadcast Journey and Big Ten Expansion | Ep. 130 29.07.2022

'The Full Go' returns as Jason discusses the Cubs' loss to the Giants before sharing his experience going to watch a movie in 4DX 02:28). Jason is joined by Big Ten Network’s Joshua Perry as they discuss Josh’s journey into broadcasting, Big Ten expansion, Ohio State, and more (17:49). With training camp underway, Jason brings you the latest with the Bears (58:34). Host: Jason Goff Guest: Joshua P...

What to Do on Nude Beaches | Ep. 129 27.07.2022

The Full Go returns as Jason is joined by Russell Dorsey, host of the Sports Adjacent Podcast and an MLB insider for Bally Sports and Stadium. Before going into baseball, Jason asks Russ his opinions on nude beaches (04:03). Russ shares his experience going to Los Angeles for the All-Star Game, before diving into the disappointment of the White Sox, and what are the next steps for the Cubs (17:57)...

Raise Your Glasses to Minnie Minoso, Plus The Bigs on Bears Training Camp | Ep. 128 25.07.2022

Shakeia Taylor returns to The Full Go to discuss Minnie Minoso’s Hall of Fame induction, what took so long for it to happen, what needs to change with Hall of Fame voting, and the minority involvement in baseball (11:48). Jason is next joined by Herb Howard from The Bigs as they discuss all things Bears with the season inching closer (34:24). Also, the White Sox are absolutely going to waste Dylan...

Fighting the Neighborhood on Vacation | Ep. 127 22.07.2022

Jason returns from vacation and opens the show by sharing his real feelings on vacation before reminiscing about how he built his sports card collection as a kid (03:01). He also shares that he was involved in a car accident that led to a wild interaction (14:08). As MLB teams return from the All-Star break, Jason and Tony go through the latest news with the Cubs, White Sox, and Bears (42:12). Las...

Thomas Q. Jones on 'Johnson', Losing in the Super Bowl, and Reinvention | Ep. 126 18.07.2022

The Full Go returns as Jason is joined by former Bears running back and actor/producer Thomas Q. Jones (04:40). They discuss his Bounce network show 'Johnson', how he went from the gridiron to Hollywood, and the similarities between football and acting. Also, Thomas describes what it was like being a part of the Bears' 2006-07 Super Bowl run and his bond with the late Cedric Benson (21:03). While...

Time for a Change in the South Side, Plus Nicole Auerbach on Big Ten Expansion | Ep. 125 13.07.2022

The Full Go returns as Jason discusses why it’s time for Tony La Russa to go (11:28). The Athletic’s Nicole Auerbach joins the show to discuss the impact of USC and UCLA moving to the Big Ten (30:08). It was announced that the Bears traded for receiver N'Keal Harry as Jason calls a friend who is familiar with Harry to get insight on the newest Bear (52:49). Also, why the latest news of Lonzo Ball’...

Putting Sports in Perspective, Plus a Conversation with Iman and Ahrii Shumpert | Ep. 124 11.07.2022

The Full Go returns as Jason opens the show by discussing what’s going on in the city, mid South Side baseball, and the WNBA All-Star game (04:38). After witnessing a medical emergency, Jason reminds everyone to tell your people you love them. Next, Jason is joined by brothers Ahrii and Iman Shumpert (41:36). They discuss working together on their own podcast, ‘Iman Amongst Men’, growing up in Oak...

What Can Go Wrong Will Go Wrong | Ep. 123 08.07.2022

The Full Go returns after another White Sox loss as Jason lets it all out on this deadass team (01:53). The way this season is going, if there is something that can go wrong, it absolutely will go wrong for the Sox. The Blackhawks are going into a rebuild after trading away Alex DeBrincat and Kirby Dach. So to help discuss the future of the Blackhawks, Jason brings on Evan F. Moore (17:50). They d...

Be Better. Plain and Simple. | Ep 122 06.07.2022

Jason opens up the show expressing his feelings and emotions following the mass shooting in Highland Park, Illinois (01:43). The White Sox have been disappointing all year long, and we're nearing a breaking point (25:56). Is it time for Tony La Russa to go? Jason continues to discuss Brittney Griner’s imprisonment in Russia, as it was announced that the WNBA star wrote to President Biden to ask fo...

Beats, Rhymefest, and Life | Ep. 121 04.07.2022

‘The Full Go’ returns on the eve of Independence Day as Jason asks the question everyone is asking before discussing the Bulls free-agent signings (02:50). He also reminisces on watching Derrick Rose’s dunk on Goran Dragic and the significance of Zach LaVine signing his max contract with the Bulls. Last month, Golden State Entertainment, an affiliate of the Warriors, announced that Grammy award–wi...

What Do KD and Russell Wilson Have in Common? Plus, Joe Cowley on Bulls Free Agency. | Ep. 120 01.07.2022

The Full Go returns as Jason links the craziness that is NBA free agency to … Russell Wilson (02:49)? He also believes that the owners are paying close attention to what Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving are doing. Joe Cowley from the Chicago Sun-Times joins the show to discuss the latest with Zach LaVine, how the front office has rebuilt the Bulls, expectations for Patrick Williams, and more (19:15)....

White Sox's Late-Night Hitting and Future Legend Grayson Dean Walcott | Ep. 119 29.06.2022

The Full Go returns on West Coast baseball time! Jason stays up late and reacts to the White Sox's victory over the Angels (06:55). Jason hits the race track as he brings on Chicago’s own Grayson Dean Walcott from the Discovery+ series 'Baby Drivers' (19:21). Grayson is joined by his parents, Nicholas and Dr. Kadijah Ray, who discuss how they’ve managed to help Grayson achieve his dream of being a...

Sorry Not Sorry to the Culture | Ep 118 27.06.2022

The Full Go returns as Jason recounts his weekend watching 'The Wiz' with his son for the first time (02:13). He next dives into the White Sox, and Steve Stone’s tweet (15:26). Maddie Lee from the Chicago Sun-Times joins the show to discuss the latest with the Cubs (29:47). They go through the Cubs' season so far, Jed Hoyer, and whether Wilson Contreras and Ian Happ will be traded. Jason is then j...

Just Good Enough But Also Just Bad Enough | Ep 117 24.06.2022

The Full Go returns as Jason shares his excitement for his son's Pre-K graduation before turning his attention to the Bulls and NBA draft (04:38). For all the pre-draft rumors, the draft turned out to be pretty normal for the Bulls as Jason gives his first impression Dalen Terry and why Patrick Williams remains the most important piece for the future (15:07). Lonzo Ball’s stagnate recovery has bee...

Is There Anything Fun After 4 Hours? | Ep. 116 22.06.2022

The Full Go returns after a longer than expected White Sox game (02:19). Jason unloads on the Sox, because the game should not have gone as long as it did. While the Sox were playing, the Sky completed the largest comeback win in WNBA history against the Las Vegas Aces (49:25). With the NBA draft on Thursday, SB Nation’s Ricky O’Donnell joins the show to preview the Bulls offseason and expectation...

Back From Vacation to More Mid Baseball | Ep. 115 20.06.2022

Jason is back from vacation, and after watching the Cubs win the series against the Braves he has a feeling about their future (03:44). Watching the Warriors win the championship was great, but it also reminded Jason of one thing: The Bulls are still far from a championship contender (14:23). Johnny Cueto has done it. He’s made Jason fall back in love with baseball and the White Sox again (24:40)....

Trouble in Paradise | Ep. 114 15.06.2022

The Full Go returns as Jason brings you inside his vacation in Belize before going into the mess that is the Chicago White Sox (04:43). From the "Fire Tony" chants to all the recent injuries, the Sox are just in a bad vibe right now. The Bears' training camp is underway, but don't expect much to get excited about this season (27:25). Jason reflects back as 24 years ago, Michael Jordan played his l...

Don’t Let the Joy Suckers Get to You | Ep. 113 08.06.2022

The Full Go returns as Jason recaps a day that should have been sensational, but turned out to be anything but (02:05). After Michael Kopech and the White Sox shut out the Dodgers, Jason is getting excited about the Sox once again (22:30). Darnell Mayberry from 'The Athletic' joins the show to discuss the uncertainty surrounding Zach LaVine and if he'll be playing in Chicago next season (29:08). A...

Do You Believe in Conspiracies? | Ep. 112 06.06.2022

The Full Go returns with Jason asking what’s the craziest thing you believe to be true (04:51), and the correlation between Rihanna and the Cubs (09:43). After taking the series against the Rays, Jason discusses how the White Sox bounced back after a bad series against the Blue Jays, and the handful of Rays players who decided not to wear rainbow logo patches on their jerseys for Pride Night (18:2...

How Do You Respond After Getting Hit in the Mouth? Plus, Impressions with Jason Benetti | Ep. 111 03.06.2022

Jason is done talking about Chicago’s average baseball teams. It’s brought him no joy, so he shifts his focus to Game 1 of the NBA Finals. He looks at the Celtics' road to their Game 1 victory from a Bulls perspective (02:54). It was a perfect example of taking a punch and bouncing back. White Sox play-by-play broadcaster Jason Benetti joins the show to discuss the baseball season, bringing joy to...

Sox Embarrassment, Black Baseball With Doug Glanville, and Boston’s Fan Base With Jim Murray | Ep. 110 01.06.2022

‘The Full Go’ returns after a 6-5 White Sox loss to the Blue Jays (01:30). As the Sox continue to make dumb plays, Jason doesn’t know how much more he can watch. Especially without Tim Anderson. Jason is then joined by ESPN and Marquee Sports MLB analyst Doug Glanville to discuss the state of Black baseball and its potential growth (18:23). He is next joined by Big Jim Murray from Boston’s 98.5 Th...

Summertime Relationships … With Baseball | Ep. 109 30.05.2022

The Full Go returns as Jason shares the story of setting up his first kiss before diving into this weekend’s series between the Cubs and White Sox (04:19). Tim Anderson injured his groin and is now on the IL. Without Anderson, Jason doesn’t have much hope that the Sox will be able to maintain their success. After the Sox designated Dallas Keuchel for assignment, Jason offers some advice to the one...

That’s What Average Tastes Like | Ep. 108 27.05.2022

The Full Go returns after the Cubs get blown out by 15 and the White Sox by nine runs (02:29). Jason calls these teams average at best. He explains why Dallas Keuchel has had a great career but shouldn’t be pitching anymore, and why Andrew Vaughn needs to be hitting at the top of the lineup. Next, Meghan Montemurro (Cubs beat writer at the 'Chicago Tribune') joins the show (19:48). They discuss th...

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