In the fifth episode of the 2025 season, Kristina Airdo, South Side Sox writer/editor and Sox Populi podcaster, joins host Melissa Sage-Bollenbach and special guest Chrystal O’Keefe to discuss several topics related to baseball, sports, and our beloved — or despised, depending on the day — South Siders. Whether you’re a die-hard White Sox fan or not, there’s something for everyone. So, sit back, relax, and grab your favorite beverage because the girls hit a home run conversing about all things, including:

Career Reflections: Chrystal recounted her journey to becoming a writer and podcaster, sharing advice she has for women interested in the field. She also discussed her personal role model and how she serves as one to her own children.

2025 White Sox Lamenting: We couldn’t pass up the opportunity to chat with Chrystal about her South Side fandom. She talks about surviving the last several years of awful baseball and who she has enjoyed watching so far this season.

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