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Where sports and politics collide, hosted by Nation magazine Sports Editor Dave Zirin

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This week, we speak to Paul Knepper about his new book, Moses Malone: The Life Of A Basketball Prophet. Also, we talked to the hoops savant Arya Shirazi about what we’ve learned so far this NBA season and which preseason prediction we wish we could d... more

This week, we speak to Scott Price, author of the new book  The American Game: History and Hope in the Country of Lacrosse. I interview Scott alongside Edge of Sports Lacrosse correspondent Vin Intondi. Also, I speak to Rudy Mondragón, for part II of... more

This week, we talk to David Leonard, co-editor of the new book Rings of Dissent: Boxing and Performances of Rebellion. We also go into Part III of our NBA preview, joined by the savant Aryan Shirazi, where we make awards predictions and even early re... more

This week we talk to labor historian Dr. Tom Alter, fired from his teaching post at Texas State for speaking at a socialism conference and whose case is taken on a national profile for its blatant violation of free speech and academic freedom. We als... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Knepper
Author of "Moses Malone, The Life Of A Basketball Prophet"
Episode: Moses Malone Gets Biblical
SL Price
Senior writer at Sports Illustrated and author of 'The American Game, History and Hope in the Country of Lacrosse'
Sports Illustrated
Episode: How Lacrosse and Boxing Explain The USA
Rudy Mondragón
Author of 'Rings of Dissent', discussing boxingand its cultural implications
Episode: How Lacrosse and Boxing Explain The USA
Tom Alter
Labor historian and tenured professor of history at Texas State University
Texas State University
Episode: Tom Alter & Eastern Conference Preview
Brian Jones
Author of "Black History is for EVERYONE" and a thought leader on race and education
Haymarket Books
Episode: Black History is for EVERYONE and a Western Conference Preview
Noelle Hanrahan
Attorney and founder of Prison Radio who advocates for incarcerated individuals
Prison Radio
Episode: How Ireland Views the NFL & Mumia’s Lawyer Speaks
Bobbito Garcia
Trailblazer, filmmaker, professional hoopster, famed sneaker designer, and author of 'Bobbito's Book of B-Ball Bong Bong.'
Episode: Bobbito’s Hoop Dreams
Dr. Jeanne Theoharis
Political science professor at Brooklyn College and author of 'King of the North'.
Brooklyn College
Episode: The Book MLK Historians Are Learning From
Dr. Maurice Jackson
Prolific author and scholar on Black history and culture
Episode: The Rhythm of DC’s Resistance & What's The Deal With UFC?

Host

Dave Zirin
Host providing critical analysis and perspectives at the intersection of sports and politics, known for his engaging discussions and insightful interviews.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 710 ratings
  • Real and refreshingly unique sports talk

    Dave Zirin is an essential journalist in sports landscape all too littered with pablum and shiny distractions—he tells the perspectives and shares voices that few others will.

    But one pro tip, Dave: update the links in your podcast notes! The link for your website goes to your old, outdated site. And add your Patreon URL so that more people can support you!

    And lastly, all the complainers need to sit down: this podcast is published by The Nation and just a couple episode titles will tell you w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    redwallmuriel
    United Statesa year ago
  • Real and refreshingly unique sports talk

    Dave Zirin is an essential journalist in sports landscape all too littered with pablum and shiny distractions—he tells the perspectives and shares voices that few others will. And come on people: this is published by The Nation, so don’t even try to complain about the politics!

    But one pro tip, Dave: update the links in your podcast notes! The link for your website goes to your old, outdated site…. And add your Patreon URL so that more people can support you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    redwallmuriel
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Best!

    Dave Zirin is the best sports historian and journalist. He’s truthful, dynamic and incredibly intelligent! Huge fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WordVader
    United Statesa year ago
  • where are women’s sports?

    For all the great political edge and value of this podcast, it’s a bummer that it has such little representation or analysis of women’s sports. The relative absence of the WNBA and NWSL is especially disappointing (and arguably hypocritical). If the gender balance of coverage were improved, this podcast would level up so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    lrh103
    United Statesa year ago
  • Edge Of Sports

    A truth to power kind of podcast within the world of sports. Best type of listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ElCrasho2
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Critiques suggest a need for improved representation of women in sports discussions.
Engaging discussions that highlight social justice issues in athletics.
Hosts and guests provide diverse perspectives on often-overlooked topics.
Insights on sports and politics provoke deep thought.
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Moses Malone Gets Biblical
Q: Can you explain why Moses Malone faced such backlash for going straight from high school to the pros?
Knepper explains that he faced tremendous backlash because it threatened the NCAA's economic system and was perceived through a racial lens, as he was a young, uneducated black man challenging the status quo.
Black History is for EVERYONE and a Western Conference Preview
Q: How can we teach Black history effectively in a multiracial classroom?
An ethical obligation exists to educate all students about real history, and it's crucial to make space for all voices to understand their roles in the larger story of Black history.
Black History is for EVERYONE and a Western Conference Preview
Q: Why did you write this book, and what are its core motivations?
Even if Black History is available in all states, its teaching can still be whitewashed or diluted. The book aims to provide a historically grounded perspective to think critically about race.
How Ireland Views the NFL & Mumia’s Lawyer Speaks
Q: Can you give us an update on where we are with Mumia's case?
There are avenues such as new appeals and changes in legislation that could help secure his release, but challenges remain.
The New DC Football Stadium Is A Bad Deal Plus Little League Magic
Q: What kind of federal oversight is there over this deal?
There are concerns about federal involvement and accountability in managing the stadium's proposal and its repercussions.

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