This week we speak to Purdue University’s Cheryl Cooky about her column defending trans swimmer Lia Thomas and the hellacious backlash that followed. It’s a very fascinating discussion you don’t want to miss.

We’ve also got Choice Words about Brittney Griner, who continues to be imprisoned in Russia with a chilling silence surrounding the situation. There are Just Stand Up awards for some brave souls at the NCAA Final Four calling attention to Brittney Griner. And we give a Just Sit Down award to Coach K, whose career has thankfully come to an end. Plus: a brand new Kaepernick Watch! All this and more on this week’s show!

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