Dave Zirin

Sports Editor

@EdgeofSports

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.

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

The Critical Role of Athletes in Fighting White Blindness

The Critical Role of Athletes in Fighting White Blindness The Critical Role of Athletes in Fighting White Blindness

After the police murder of George Floyd, many athletes spoke out. This is a key part of the process of building anti-racism.

May 28, 2020 / Dave Zirin

NBA ballboys wear gloves

Would a 2020 NBA Champion Ever Be Seen as Legitimate? Would a 2020 NBA Champion Ever Be Seen as Legitimate?

The basketball season looks like it is going to end at an ESPN complex in Orlando, in front of no fans. Is this legit hoops?

May 27, 2020 / Dave Zirin

Basketball Hoop

The Risks of Reopening Sports The Risks of Reopening Sports

Infectious disease expert Dr. Céline Gounder joins the show to talk about the push to reopen sports.

May 26, 2020 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Shut Up and Play, or Shut Up and Die?

Shut Up and Play, or Shut Up and Die? Shut Up and Play, or Shut Up and Die?

Donald Trump and NFL ownership are demanding a 2020 season, health of the players be damned.

May 22, 2020 / Dave Zirin

Black Athletes and the Civil Rights Movement

Black Athletes and the Civil Rights Movement Black Athletes and the Civil Rights Movement

Educator Jesse Hagopian joins the show to talk about the role sports played in knocking down racial barriers.

May 19, 2020 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Michael Jordan: Alone

Michael Jordan: Alone Michael Jordan: Alone

After watching the 10-part documentary about the Chicago Bulls, does anyone still want to be like Mike?

May 18, 2020 / Dave Zirin

Baseball’s Plan to Reopen Is All Risk for the Players

Baseball’s Plan to Reopen Is All Risk for the Players Baseball’s Plan to Reopen Is All Risk for the Players

The media and the owners are pressuring the players to take a lousy deal and return to the field during a pandemic. 

May 15, 2020 / Dave Zirin

Michael Jordan and the Tragedy of the Bully

Michael Jordan and the Tragedy of the Bully Michael Jordan and the Tragedy of the Bully

One does not need to be “like Mike” to achieve greatness. Just ask Bill Russell.

May 13, 2020 / Dave Zirin

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