Dave Zirin

Sports Editor

Dave Zirin is the sports editor at The Nation. He is the author of 11 books on the politics of sports. He is also the coproducer and writer of the new documentary Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL.

The “Brutal Solidarity” Between Buffalo and Palestine

The “Brutal Solidarity” Between Buffalo and Palestine The “Brutal Solidarity” Between Buffalo and Palestine

The violence that has visited Buffalo’s Black community and the Palestinian mourners of Shireen Abu Akleh speaks to the commonality of their oppression.

May 17, 2022 / Dave Zirin

Michael Lee on the Fall of the 76ers

Michael Lee on the Fall of the 76ers Michael Lee on the Fall of the 76ers

NBA writer Michael Lee joins the Edge of Sports podcast to talk about the Philadelphia 76ers.

May 16, 2022 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

On Abortion Rights, the Athletes Will Not Save Us

On Abortion Rights, the Athletes Will Not Save Us On Abortion Rights, the Athletes Will Not Save Us

Athletes can amplify struggle, but we are going to need to lead ourselves. 

May 11, 2022 / Dave Zirin

David Dennis Jr. on the Movement That Made Us

David Dennis Jr. on the Movement That Made Us David Dennis Jr. on the Movement That Made Us

Author David Dennis joins the show to talk about his new book, The Movement Made Us.

May 9, 2022 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

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Finally a Change of Strategy in the Push for Brittney Griner’s Freedom Finally a Change of Strategy in the Push for Brittney Griner’s Freedom

The State Department is at long last seeing the basketball star as the “wrongfully detained” person she is.

May 4, 2022 / Dave Zirin

Life of a Minor Leaguer

Life of a Minor Leaguer Life of a Minor Leaguer

Simon Rosenblum-Larson joins the Edge of Sports podcast to talk about the harsh realities that minor league players face.

May 3, 2022 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Trevor Reed’s Freedom Should Spur Calls to Release Brittney Griner

Trevor Reed’s Freedom Should Spur Calls to Release Brittney Griner Trevor Reed’s Freedom Should Spur Calls to Release Brittney Griner

Griner’s supporters should use the activism of Reed’s parents as a road map.

Apr 29, 2022 / Dave Zirin

Portland soccer fans protest. Signs read.

Portland Soccer Fans Assert Their Power Portland Soccer Fans Assert Their Power

Fans in the Rose City are bringing their protests inside the stadium.

Apr 26, 2022 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff

In Defense of “Winning Time”

In Defense of “Winning Time” In Defense of “Winning Time”

Laker legends Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Jerry West are none too happy with the new HBO series. But there is much to be said for it.

Apr 21, 2022 / Dave Zirin

Jackie Robinson’s Last Fight

Jackie Robinson’s Last Fight Jackie Robinson’s Last Fight

As baseball celebrates the 75th anniversary of Robinson’s breaking the color line, it’s worth remembering a man at odds with his own myth.

Apr 15, 2022 / Dave Zirin

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