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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.

Luka Doncic and Kiese Laymon

Heavy Luka Dončić Theories with Kiese Laymon Heavy Luka Dončić Theories with Kiese Laymon

On this episode of Edge of Sports, Kiese Laymon joins the show to talk about a bombshell NBA trade.

Feb 6, 2025 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Robert Lipsyte On How YA Novels Can Save The World

Robert Lipsyte On How YA Novels Can Save The World Robert Lipsyte On How YA Novels Can Save The World

Legendary sports writer Robert Lipsyte joins the show to discuss his new YA novel, Rhino’s Run.

Feb 3, 2025 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Trans Athletes Fight Back, and the Golden Age of NBA Centers

Trans Athletes Fight Back, and the Golden Age of NBA Centers Trans Athletes Fight Back, and the Golden Age of NBA Centers

On this episode of Edge of Sports, we have two guests, Harrison Browne and Arya Shirazi, talking about trans athletes and the golden era of NBA centers.

Jan 27, 2025 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Should College Football Die?

Should College Football Die? Should College Football Die?

On this episode of Edge of Sports, we're live at Politics & Prose talking about a new book titled The End of College Football.

Jan 23, 2025 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

No Diamonds: The Most Important Sports Films That Aren’t Baseball

No Diamonds: The Most Important Sports Films That Aren’t Baseball No Diamonds: The Most Important Sports Films That Aren’t Baseball

On this episode of Edge of Sports, Arya Shirazi joins the show to talk about the best sports movies.

Jan 15, 2025 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Why Baseball Movies Matter

Why Baseball Movies Matter Why Baseball Movies Matter

On this episode of Edge of Sports, we speak about the joy and politics of baseball movies.

Dec 18, 2024 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Chet or Biff? What We Can Learn Politically From the Biggest Dirtbags of ’80s Teen Movies

Chet or Biff? What We Can Learn Politically From the Biggest Dirtbags of ’80s Teen Movies Chet or Biff? What We Can Learn Politically From the Biggest Dirtbags of ’80s Teen Movies

On this episode of Edge of Sports, Hollywood makeup artist Spring Super joins the show to talk politics and ’80s teen villains.

Dec 9, 2024 / Podcast

Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks at Spectrum Center on November 16, 2024, in Charlotte, North Carolina.

A Basketball Look Back A Basketball Look Back

On this episode of Edge of Sports, Arya Shirazi joins the show to talk about the very young NBA season.

Nov 19, 2024 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Supporters of former US president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump gather near his Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida, on Election Day, November 5, 2024.

Bill Fletcher Jr. on What’s Next Bill Fletcher Jr. on What’s Next

On this episode of Edge of Sports, Labor activist and writer Bill Fletcher joins the show.

Nov 7, 2024 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Your NBA Western Conference Preview

Your NBA Western Conference Preview Your NBA Western Conference Preview

On this episode of Edge of Sports, a look at the upcoming season.

Oct 23, 2024 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

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