Why Did Mark Cuban Fold? Why Did Mark Cuban Fold?
The controversy over the anthem shows, yet again, that there is nothing “united” about these United States.
Feb 11, 2021 / Dave Zirin
The Super Bowl’s Woke Capitalism The Super Bowl’s Woke Capitalism
The NFL is desperate to showcase Black talent in an effort to get us to ignore its treatment of Black people.
Feb 8, 2021 / Dave Zirin
What Does the Head of the NFL Player’s Union Think About the Super Bowl? What Does the Head of the NFL Player’s Union Think About the Super Bowl?
NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith joins the show to talk about the upcoming Super Bowl and what the union has been up to during the global pandemic.
Feb 6, 2021 / Podcast / Dave Zirin
The Unbearable Emptiness of Tom Brady The Unbearable Emptiness of Tom Brady
The most successful quarterback in NFL history has become more brand than man.
Feb 4, 2021 / Dave Zirin
Talking Jim Brown. Remembering Sekou Smith. Talking Jim Brown. Remembering Sekou Smith.
Steve Delsohn and Michael Lee join the show to talk about Jim Brown and the legacy of Sekou Smith.
Feb 2, 2021 / Podcast / Dave Zirin
Will the ‘Tokyo Olympics’ Further Wreck Florida? Will the ‘Tokyo Olympics’ Further Wreck Florida?
Eighty percent of Tokyo residents don’t want the Olympics in their city—and Ron DeSantis now wants Florida to host the super-spreader event instead.
Feb 1, 2021 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff
Taking a Trip With Bill ‘Spaceman’ Lee Taking a Trip With Bill ‘Spaceman’ Lee
The baseball legend joins the show to talk about his new book and his unique life.
Jan 26, 2021 / Podcast / Dave Zirin
He Had a Hammer: Henry Aaron Presente He Had a Hammer: Henry Aaron Presente
As an icon passes away at 86, let’s remember him for more than home runs. Let’s remember the fact that he wore his scars borne of racism with defiance and pride.
Jan 23, 2021 / Dave Zirin
Kyrie Irving Does Not Have to Be Who You Want Him to Be Kyrie Irving Does Not Have to Be Who You Want Him to Be
He's the epitome of “player empowerment,” much to the chagrin of the NBA and its scribes.
Jan 21, 2021 / Dave Zirin
Chris Mosier: In Defense of Trans Athletes Chris Mosier: In Defense of Trans Athletes
The hall-of-fame triathlete and six-time member of Team USA joins the show to talk about the war on trans youth.
Jan 19, 2021 / Podcast / Dave Zirin