Sally Jenkins

Join author Dan Schreiber, known for his quirky podcast 'No Such Thing as a Fish', as he shares bizarre stories like how a U.S. President foiled an assassination and Ringo Starr's unique drumming rooted in exorcisms. Sally Jenkins, a seasoned columnist for The Washington Post, discusses how insights from elite athletes about pressure and resilience can be applied to everyday life. Together, they weave a fascinating tapestry of strange events and valuable life lessons, exploring the extraordinary in the ordinary.

In this engaging discussion, Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and an accomplished ultramarathoner, reveals how running has shaped his understanding of limits, aging positively, and unlocking hidden potentials. He shares intriguing insights on pain perception and the spiritual transcendence found in constraints. Joining him is Sally Jenkins, a veteran sportswriter, who explores how lessons from elite athletes enhance workplace dynamics. She emphasizes the importance of conditioning, deliberate practice, and learning from mistakes to build resilience.

Sally Jenkins is a sports columnist and feature writer at the Washington Post. She is known for infusing her sports coverage with politics, history, and culture. Jenkins joins Preet to discuss her new book, “The Right Call: What Sports Teaches Us About Work and Life,” and her thoughts on the merger between the PGA and Saudi-backed LIV golf tour. Plus, new developments in the Mar-a-Lago documents case, the likelihood of a juryless trial for Donald Trump, and how lawyers decide which clients to take on. Don’t miss the Insider bonus, where Preet and Jenkins discuss the influence of her father, the iconic sportswriter, Dan Jenkins. Try the membership for just $1 for one month: cafe.com/insider.   For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/trump-documents-continued-life-lessons-from-sports-with-sally-jenkins/Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with the hashtag #AskPreet, email us your questions and comments at staytuned@cafe.com, or call 669-247-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sportswriter Sally Jenkins discusses the lessons learned from top athletes, including Lance Armstrong and Billie Jean King. She explores why losing can be beneficial, the impact of failure, and the importance of embracing authenticity and resilience in sports and life.

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In this discussion, sports columnist Sally Jenkins from the Washington Post sheds light on the complex interplay of politics and sports ahead of the Paris Olympics. She addresses the impact of Russia’s ban, the Israeli athletes competing under a neutral flag, and the looming security concerns. Jenkins also dives into the issues of Saudi sportswashing and the NBA’s entanglement with China, while celebrating the rising prominence of women's sports. This insightful dialogue captures the thrilling yet tumultuous landscape of the global sporting arena.

Sportswriter Sally Jenkins shares insights on the importance of candidness and self-awareness in champions. Discover the five crucial ways observing exceptional athletes and coaches can enhance performance. Learn about conditioning, effective practice, embracing failure, and more. Explore the significance of failure in achieving success and shared principles of confident decision making.

Michael Wilbon and Sally Jenkins join Tony to discuss hosting charity events for Steph Curry and the US Ryder Cup team, Sally's column on a Spanish soccer official, and Stanford joining the ACC. They also talk about ice cream, golf, and receive emails from listeners about various topics including fast food.

Sports columnists Candace Buckner and Sally Jenkins join The Post's soccer reporter Steven Goff to discuss the historic Women's World Cup. They explore the high expectations for the US women's national team, Megan Rapinoe's impact as a player and activist, the fight for equal pay, and the top players and teams to watch out for in the tournament.

In this engaging discussion, sports columnist Sally Jenkins, known for her incisive critiques, delves into the controversial merger between the PGA and LIV Golf, backed by Saudi funding. She highlights the fierce backlash from loyal PGA players and the ethical dilemmas surrounding ‘sportswashing.’ Jenkins also touches on the fears of losing control within the PGA and the complicated intersection of business and ethics in professional sports. With insights from critics like Terry Strada, the conversation unpacks the implications on golf and human rights.