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‘Grievance games’: Can sports still bring people together?

Jul 3, 2024
Guest
Jerry Brewer
Jerry Brewer, Washington Post sports columnist, discusses the impact of political divisions on sports in America. Topics include athlete protests, transgender athletes, the role of sports in societal change, and the influence of grievances on sports culture.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 2min
2
Grievances and Tensions in American Sports
01:34 • 5min
3
Debate on Transgender Athletes in Sports
06:55 • 6min
4
Exploring Personal Experiences and Sports Culture
13:00 • 2min
5
The Grievance Games: Sports as a Unifier in American Society
14:40 • 18min
6
Exploring the Influence of Grievances in American Sports
32:52 • 2min
7
Reflections on Muhammad Ali's Legacy and Impact on American Public Opinion
35:20 • 2min
8
The Changing Dynamics of Sports Involvement in Political and Social Issues
37:22 • 14min