The Bill Simmons Podcast The Sports Repodders on James Dolan, Dan Jenkins, Best Sports Books, and a Friendlier Media | The Bill Simmons Podcast
Mar 15, 2019
Delve into the quirky world of sports journalism and ownership! The hosts reminisce about legendary sportswriters and discuss the evolution of media influenced by social platforms. They share insights on NBA player happiness, touching on historical dissatisfaction and current pressures. Quirky team owners like James Dolan are dissected alongside humorous takes on college sports scandals. The conversation shifts to influential sports literature, offering must-reads that have shaped the industry and storytelling. Expect laughs and lively banter throughout!
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Dan Jenkins' Passing
- Dan Jenkins, a prominent sportswriter, passed away.
- He represented an era of sports writing that is now gone.
Modern Sports Writing
- Modern sports writing involves ongoing engagement with readers online.
- Unlike older writers like Jenkins, today's writers participate in the online discussion.
SI's Influence
- Sports Illustrated played a key role in creating nationally famous sportswriters.
- Limited national sports media back then gave SI writers a larger impact.