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The Edge of Sports Podcast is where sports and politics collide, hosted by Nation magazine Sports Editor Dave Zirin. With new episodes each Tuesday, we talk to the trailblazers and earth shakers at the intersection of sports and politics. Subscribe on iTunes, SoundCloud and via RSS. Have something to say to the Edge of Sports team? Just dial 401-426-EDGE.

Colin Kaepernick

150 Years of Black Activism in Sports, With Dr. Harry Edwards 150 Years of Black Activism in Sports, With Dr. Harry Edwards

On this episode of Edge of Sports, the renowned sociologist joins the show to reflect on the 1968 Olympics, Colin Kaepernick, and much more.

Jul 21, 2023 / Audio / Dave Zirin

Spike Lee and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar at The Apollo's Spring Benefit held at The Apollo Theater on June 12, 2023 in New York City.

Solomon Hughes on Playing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in “Winning Time” Solomon Hughes on Playing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in “Winning Time”

On this episode of Edge of Sports, a reflection on the legendary “Showtime” era of the Lakers.

Jul 13, 2023 / Audio / Dave Zirin

1968 Olympian Dr. John Carlos on the Legacy of the Black Athletic Revolt

1968 Olympian Dr. John Carlos on the Legacy of the Black Athletic Revolt 1968 Olympian Dr. John Carlos on the Legacy of the Black Athletic Revolt

On this episode of The Edge of Sports, Dr. John Carlos joins the show to reflect.

Jul 6, 2023 / Audio / Dave Zirin

NFL player turned art teacher Aaron Maybin

Aaron Maybin: “Athletes Aren’t Superheroes, We’re Human Beings” Aaron Maybin: “Athletes Aren’t Superheroes, We’re Human Beings”

Aaron Maybin joins the Edge of Sports podcast to discuss a life after sports.

Jun 28, 2023 / Audio / Dave Zirin

Comedian W. Kamau Bell

W. Kamau Bell, The Reluctant Optimist W. Kamau Bell, The Reluctant Optimist

On this episode of the Edge of Sports podcast, W. Kamau Bell on where he finds hope and Cheryl Cooky on gender in sports.

Jun 21, 2023 / Audio / Dave Zirin

Shine On, Denver Nuggets

Shine On, Denver Nuggets Shine On, Denver Nuggets

On this episode of the Edge of Sports podcast, Michael Lee joins the show to talk about Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets.

May 26, 2023 / Audio / Dave Zirin

Lamar Jackson and the State of the Black Quarterback

Lamar Jackson and the State of the Black Quarterback Lamar Jackson and the State of the Black Quarterback

Louis Moore, author of We Will Win The Day, discusses the Baltimore quarterback’s new contract, the NFL Draft, and what both say about the state of the Black QB in the NFL.

May 3, 2023 / Audio / Dave Zirin

Dan Snyder

David Aldridge on the End of Dan Snyder David Aldridge on the End of Dan Snyder

David Aldridge joins the show to talk Washington football team and Dan Snyder

Apr 21, 2023 / Audio / Dave Zirin

A Radical Retelling of NBA History

A Radical Retelling of NBA History A Radical Retelling of NBA History

On this episode, Theresa Runstedler joins the show to talk about her new book.

Apr 10, 2023 / Audio / Dave Zirin

Why the NBA World Lost Its Joy

Why the NBA World Lost Its Joy Why the NBA World Lost Its Joy

On this episode of the Edge of Sports podcast, Michael Lee joins the show to talk about this very strange NBA season.

Mar 30, 2023 / Audio / Dave Zirin

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