The Wild and Crazy USFL The Wild and Crazy USFL
Jeff Pearlman joins the show to talk about the USFL, its legacy, and lessons to be learned from its history.
Apr 2, 2019 / Podcast / Dave Zirin
The Trump Administration’s Ableist Cuts to the Special Olympics The Trump Administration’s Ableist Cuts to the Special Olympics
This is about something far bigger than Special Olympics. It’s about how those in the White House view the most vulnerable in our society.
Mar 28, 2019 / Dave Zirin
NCAA Exploitation Word Association NCAA Exploitation Word Association
Patrick Hruby joins the show to talk about March Madness, the NCAA, and possible solutions to the lack of player compensation.
Mar 26, 2019 / Podcast / Dave Zirin
Mike Trout’s Mega Deal and Baseball’s Economic Rot Mike Trout’s Mega Deal and Baseball’s Economic Rot
While the sports media celebrate baseball’s mega deals, the majority of teams have cut payroll.
Mar 20, 2019 / Dave Zirin
The Attack on Trans Athletes The Attack on Trans Athletes
Katie Barnes join the show about the current campaign against trans athletes and recent comments by tennis legend Martina Navratilova.
Mar 19, 2019 / Podcast / Dave Zirin
US Women’s Soccer and the Fight for Pay Equity US Women’s Soccer and the Fight for Pay Equity
On International Women’s Day, a lawsuit dropped that sent a shock wave through the world of soccer.
Mar 18, 2019 / Dave Zirin
Could the Utah Jazz Be Turning a Corner? Could the Utah Jazz Be Turning a Corner?
A racist heckle and an unrepentant player, and maybe a light of progress.
Mar 13, 2019 / Dave Zirin
A Different Perspective on the NFL’s Robert Kraft A Different Perspective on the NFL’s Robert Kraft
Melissa Gira Grant joins the show to talk about the Patriots owner and the broader issue of human sex trafficking.
Mar 12, 2019 / Podcast / Dave Zirin
Does the NBA Have a Mental-Health Crisis on Its Hands? Does the NBA Have a Mental-Health Crisis on Its Hands?
Depression and anxiety among players is not something to scoff at or shame. It’s an objective fact, and a real product of their jobs.
Mar 7, 2019 / Dave Zirin
Transphobia’s New Target Is the World of Sports Transphobia’s New Target Is the World of Sports
First it was bathrooms, now it’s athletics.
Mar 5, 2019 / Dave Zirin