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30 for 30 Podcasts

ESPN
NBA
Donald Sterling
Martin Manley
Bryan Pata
Shohei Ohtani
Basketball
Hobey Baker
Los Angeles Clippers
Racism
V. Stiviano
Basketball Heaven
ESPN
Shelly Sterling
Covid-19
Rashaun Jones
Epilepsy
Los Angeles
Rudy Gobert
Suicide
Ippei Mizuhara

Original audio documentaries from the makers of the acclaimed 30 for 30 film series, featuring stories from the world of sports and beyond. 30 for 30 offers captivating storytelling for sports fans and general interest listeners alike, going beyond the field to explore how sports, competition, athleticism and adventure affect our lives and our world. Sports stories like you've never heard before.

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Latest Episodes

One man begins a prison sentence and the other goes on a World Series run, but putting to rest questions about what really happened between these two men isn’t so simple.

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Encrypted text messages, a trunk full of baseball cards, and a private bank account - federal law enforcement takes us inside their investigation of Shohei and Ippei.

Next episode coming Tuesday, August 11th.

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Matt Bowyer was running one of the largest illegal sports betting operations in the country when he thought he scored the client of a lifetime.

Next episode coming Thursday, August 6th.

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Shohei’s life has been well-documented since he was a young baseball phenom in Japan, but digging into Ippei’s past reveals a more complicated picture than anyone knew.

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Recent Guests

Ippei Mizuhara
Personal assistant and interpreter to Shohei Ohtani; central figure in the case
Associated with Shohei Ohtani; former interpreter
Episode: THE BETRAYAL OF SHOHEI OHTANI Episode 5: The Feds
Ipe Mizahara
A prolific bettor discussed in the episode
Episode: THE BETRAYAL OF SHOHEI OHTANI Episode 4: The Bookie
Mitch Lively
Former minor league pitcher
Nippon Ham Fighters (Japan) / MLB connections
Episode: THE BETRAYAL OF SHOHEI OHTANI Episode 3: Baseball Boy
Stephen Akamoto
Ippei's high school friend
Friend from Diamond Bar High School
Episode: THE BETRAYAL OF SHOHEI OHTANI Episode 3: Baseball Boy
Koda Ishijima
Interpreter for MLB players
Former interpreter for teams like Yankees/Mets
Episode: THE BETRAYAL OF SHOHEI OHTANI Episode 3: Baseball Boy
Alden Gonzalez
ESPN journalist
ESPN
Episode: THE BETRAYAL OF SHOHEI OHTANI Episode 3: Baseball Boy
Ipei Mizuhara
Shohei Ohtani's interpreter for six years
Undisclosed in episode
Episode: THE BETRAYAL OF SHOHEI OHTANI Episode 1: The Letter O
Paula Lavigne
ESPN investigative reporter
ESPN
Episode: Murder at The U on The Dan LeBatard Show with Stugotz
Dan Arruda
Investigative reporter
ESPN
Episode: Murder at The U on The Dan LeBatard Show with Stugotz

Hosts

Preeti Varathan
Host associated with 30 for 30 Podcasts and investigative reporting projects
Paula Levine
Investigator and host with extensive involvement in Murder at The U series and related reporting
Rich Levine
Co-host and reporter contributing to investigative series and sports journalism podcasts
Nick Altshuler
Co-host and reporter on long-form sports investigations
Dan LeBatard
Host of a related ESPN show; contributes to discussion and framing

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 11.9k ratings
  • Ippei Mizuhara

    Shohei Ohtani fall guy, not for one second do I think Ohtani wasn’t gambling. 30 for 30 gives my sports minded children and I something relevant to explore and engage in, sure my Alphas say “omg, she is listen to her old people stuff again”, my mom listen to NPR during my childhood and there are lots of teachable moments with audio media.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Michelle3409
    Canada19 days ago
  • Ohtani oh no

    This Ohtani podcast is a chore to listen to so far.

    It’s less about the Ohtani scandal and more about the reporter.

    The uses of “I”, “my” and “me” throughout this (and I’m still only trying to make it through episode two) is grating.

    This reporter feels that every thought they have, every motivation, every reaction is something that’s even more vital than simply telling the story.

    It’s almost insulting and feels like they’re trying to tell listeners how they should think and feel according to ho... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Marco D Minpin
    United Statesa month ago
  • Skip Murder at the U

    I love the quality of all the 30 for 30 seasons. Murder at the U needed an editor. This one was quantity over quality. Dragged on and no longer cared about the story. Will be unsubscribing.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Gbvallejo
    United States3 months ago
  • 10 minutes in nothing had been said

    Gave up waiting for content

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Life is too short to listen
    United States5 months ago
  • Murder At The U Series

    I think ESPN did any excellent job highlighting Miami Dade County Police Departments mishandling of this case. But I do feel that ESPN pushed the narrative of it being Rashawn Jones and prosecutors felt the pressure from the world now seeing the mishandling and the family pushing as well. After hearing an unbiased report from 20/20 I changed my mind that it was Rashawn. Keep in mind I listened to 30 for 30 first and that’s what made me think it was Rashawn. I think you breezed over the Haitian g... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    RTRVZW
    United States5 months ago

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The series is thoughtful and well-produced, but some listeners feel it drags in parts.
Some listeners praise investigative depth but question narrative balance and sourcing.
Overall positivity about deep-dive storytelling and credible reporting, with calls for tighter pacing.
Music choices in episodes draw mixed reactions, impacting focus for some hearers.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#35
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#22
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#145
Australia/Sports
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#48
Japan/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#63
Colombia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#82
South Korea/Sports

Talking Points

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THE BETRAYAL OF SHOHEI OHTANI Episode 4: The Bookie
Q: Was Shohei Ohtani involved in the illegal betting operation?
Matt suggests it's possible Ohtani was aware or involved at some level, but he emphasizes he never personally met Ohtani and that most interactions were with beards and intermediaries; the episode presents ambiguity and ongoing investigation rather than a firm conclusion.
MURDER AT THE U Episode 5: Open and Active
Q: Is there a main person of interest in the case?
Yes, Rashawn Jones emerged as a primary person of interest in the investigations discussed, though official status on that designation shifted over time due to redactions and evolving evidence.
MURDER AT THE U Episode 3: Everybody’s a Suspect
Q: What did your reporting find about the fight Bryan had a few months before his murder?
It served as a potential motive for violence, possibly leading to his murder.
MURDER AT THE U Episode 3: Everybody’s a Suspect
Q: Did the police ultimately look into Bryan's bank records?
No, they did not investigate his bank records at all.
MURDER AT THE U Episode 3: Everybody’s a Suspect
Q: Was Jada ever considered as a suspect in Bryan's murder?
Yes, she was one of the first people looked at closely by the prosecutors due to the volatility of their relationship.

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This series offers in-depth, archival-style investigations into sports-related stories that blend journalism, culture, and legal drama. Across episodes, listeners encounter rigorous reporting, on-the-ground interviews, and careful scrutiny of public narratives around high-profile cases and sports figures. The format leans into long-form storytelling with multiple contributors, forensic-style detail, and evolving developments that keep audiences returning for updates. A standout quality is the combination of investigative rigor with accessible storytelling, often challenging official accounts and inviting listener reflection on truth, justice, and media influence.

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1. Ippei Mizuhara
2. Ipe Mizahara
3. Mitch Lively
4. Stephen Akamoto
5. Koda Ishijima
6. Alden Gonzalez
7. Ipei Mizuhara
8. Paula Lavigne

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