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Sports Writers Inc. with JD: Sports Writers Talk Sports Writing

John Doyle
Sports Journalism
Baseball
NBA
College Basketball
High School Sports
Hockey
Steve Prefontaine
Sports Writing
Mental Health In Sports
Basketball
Utah Mammoth
Sports Gambling
Sports Betting
Lacrosse
Minor League Baseball
New York Yankees
DK Pittsburgh Sports
Creative Nonfiction
Slam Dunk
Birmingham Squadron

John Doyle (JD) sits down with the nation's best-known sports writers to discuss the craft and their latest work

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Luke Epplin
Author of Moses and the Doctor; journalist
Episode: 114: Luke Epplin, author, "Moses and the Doctor"
Leander Schaerlaeckens
Lecturer in sports communication, author of The Long Game
Marist University; The Guardian; The New Yorker; ESPN
Episode: 113: Leander Schaerlaeckens, author, "The Long Game"
Franklin Foer
Author, The Atlantic writer
The Atlantic
Episode: 112: Franklin Foer of The Atlantic, author, "How Soccer Explains the World"
Brendan Gillen
Author of Hang Time, fiction writer focused on sports stories
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Episode: 111: Brendan Gillen, author, "Hang Time"
Howard Bryant
Author of Kings and Pawns
Author, Kings and Pawns
Episode: 110: Howard Bryant, author, "Kings and Pawns"
Ken Belson
New York Times journalist and author of Every Day Is Sunday
New York Times
Episode: 109: Ken Belson of the New York Times, author, "Every Day Is Sunday"
Rich Podolsky
Author of Madden & Summerall, How They Revolutionized NFL Broadcasting
Author, MLB/NFL/Broadcasting historian
Episode: 108: Rich Podolsky, author, "Madden & Summerall"
Paul Knepper
Author of Moses Malone: The Life of a Basketball Prophet
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Episode: 107: Paul Knepper, author, "Moses Malone: The Life of a Basketball Prophet"
Eric Vickrey
Author of Before They Wore Dodger Blue
Author, books on baseball history
Episode: 106: Eric Vickrey, author, "Before They Wore Dodger Blue"

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John Doyle
Host of Sports Writers Inc., Sports Writers Talk Sports Writing; renowned interviewer guiding conversations with top sports writers.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Great Start!

    Enjoyed the first interview! Really reflects what a sports town Boston is.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AliceMGeorge
    United States6 years ago
  • JD is a great interviewer

    The authors really open up to JD! It’s fascinating to hear the stories behind their stories - in their own words. I’m hooked, keep ‘em coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WB505
    United States6 years ago
  • Quality Product!

    Loved the first episode, can’t wait to hear upcoming guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SChristos
    United States6 years ago
  • Sports writers talking sports - a fun, interesting listen!

    For a first offering I was very impressed by the pod. Always interesting to listen to folks who enjoy what they do discuss the ins and outs of their craft.

    In the near future this should be go to podcast for writing students of anyone interested in sports in general.

    Looking forward to more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G. Shabazz
    United States6 years ago

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The show is consistently engaging and well-produced, with strong interview pacing.
Early episodes set a high bar for the quality of discussions and guest selection.
Guests often reveal behind-the-scenes stories and research processes.
Listeners appreciate the deep dives into writing craft and archival detail.

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96: Jane Leavy, author, "Make Me Commissioner"
Q: How did you decide to structure Make Me Commissioner as a narrative rather than a straight list of issues?
Leavy explains she preferred exploring personal experiences and relationships from her career to give readers a sense of how baseball's stories emerge through human interactions, not just statistics.
97: Giri Nathan, author, "Changeover"
Q: What's the biggest challenge in writing about fast-moving athletes?
Balancing a strong narrative with accurate, vivid detail from live events and TV, and using colorful metaphors and careful framing to convey what makes a player unique, while also acknowledging that the story may evolve as their careers unfold.
97: Giri Nathan, author, "Changeover"
Q: Did you grow up playing tennis, and how did that shape your writing?
Yes, I grew up around tennis in New Jersey, played recreationally, and built a career covering the sport because of its global, story-rich nature. This background helped me notice micro-mocements, body language, and the human moments that make the characters come alive on the page.
97: Giri Nathan, author, "Changeover"
Q: So what made you want to write this book?
I wanted to document a generational shift in the men's game, focusing on two players who could define the era and push each other to new heights, while also exploring how live observation reveals a richness that TV can't fully capture.
109: Ken Belson of the New York Times, author, "Every Day Is Sunday"
Q: How did you approach turning a complex business history into an accessible book, and what was the most challenging part?
Belson explains narrowing focus to avoid a crowded cast, balancing depth with readability, and using storytelling to carry the business insights without making it feel like a traditional business book.

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A seasoned interviewer chats with some of the nation's best-known sports writers, focusing on craft, writing process, and the historical and cultural currents behind sports stories. Episodes pair deep archival context with personal storytelling, exploring how books, biographies, and long-form journalism shape public understanding of sports—from basketball legends and football dynasties to global soccer and women's sports. Notable is the emphasis on behind-the-scenes storytelling, industry shifts in media, and the craft of researching and presenting history through narratives that resonate with both fans and fellow writers.

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1. Luke Epplin
2. Leander Schaerlaeckens
3. Franklin Foer
4. Brendan Gillen
5. Howard Bryant
6. Ken Belson
7. Rich Podolsky
8. Paul Knepper

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