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.

Bubba Wallace, NASCAR’s Only Black Driver, Is Threatened With a Noose

Bubba Wallace, NASCAR’s Only Black Driver, Is Threatened With a Noose Bubba Wallace, NASCAR’s Only Black Driver, Is Threatened With a Noose

This is not a prank and it’s not a game. NASCAR needs to be prepared to defend Wallace from violence.

Jun 22, 2020 / Dave Zirin

It’s Time for Roger Goodell to Change the Name of the Washington Football Team

It’s Time for Roger Goodell to Change the Name of the Washington Football Team It’s Time for Roger Goodell to Change the Name of the Washington Football Team

As statues topple across the country, it’s time to change the name of the NFL’s most racist brand.

Jun 18, 2020 / Dave Zirin

NBA Players Face the Question: To Boycott or Not to Boycott

NBA Players Face the Question: To Boycott or Not to Boycott NBA Players Face the Question: To Boycott or Not to Boycott

A debate heats up among NBA players over whether to return to the court amid nationwide protests against racist violence.

Jun 16, 2020 / Dave Zirin

Craig Hodges, NBA Freedom Fighter, Speaks

Craig Hodges, NBA Freedom Fighter, Speaks Craig Hodges, NBA Freedom Fighter, Speaks

Former Chicago Bulls guard Craig Hodges joins the show to talk about recent protests around police violence and the ESPN Last Dance documentary.

Jun 16, 2020 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Why NASCAR’s New Ban on the Confederate Flag Is Such a Big Deal

Why NASCAR’s New Ban on the Confederate Flag Is Such a Big Deal Why NASCAR’s New Ban on the Confederate Flag Is Such a Big Deal

In a remarkable sign of the times, NASCAR has banned its most recognizable brand.

Jun 11, 2020 / Dave Zirin

Minneapolis One Week Later: How Things Have Changed

Minneapolis One Week Later: How Things Have Changed Minneapolis One Week Later: How Things Have Changed

Royce White comes back on the show to talk about the week of protests and uprisings in Minneapolis and all over the country 

Jun 9, 2020 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

It’s Time for White NFL Players to Take the Knee

It’s Time for White NFL Players to Take the Knee It’s Time for White NFL Players to Take the Knee

It’s an unmistakable gesture, one that would show that the recent anti-racist statements by white NFL players are not just talk.

Jun 9, 2020 / Dave Zirin

Olympian Gwen Berry to the USOC: ‘Where’s My Apology?’

Olympian Gwen Berry to the USOC: ‘Where’s My Apology?’ Olympian Gwen Berry to the USOC: ‘Where’s My Apology?’

The US Olympic Committee is speaking out against racism. Gwen Berry, who raised her fist on the medal stand in 2018 and was punished, wants to see their words matched with deeds.

Jun 3, 2020 / Dave Zirin

Royce White: On the Front Lines in Minneapolis 

Royce White: On the Front Lines in Minneapolis  Royce White: On the Front Lines in Minneapolis 

Former NBA player Royce White talks about the murder of George Floyd and the Minneapolis uprisings.

Jun 2, 2020 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Gregg Popovich: ‘The System Has to Change’

Gregg Popovich: ‘The System Has to Change’ Gregg Popovich: ‘The System Has to Change’

The legendary San Antonio Spurs coach is past done with Donald Trump’s inability to rise to this moment.

Jun 1, 2020 / Dave Zirin

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