Edge of Sports

This week we speak to Duke University professor and author of The Language of the Game: How to Understand Soccer, Laurent DuBois about the latest in the World Cup. Later in the show, we speak to Sporting News columnist David Steele about his longtime friend, sportswriter John McNamara, who was killed in the mass shooting at the Capitol Gazette in Annapolis, Maryland. We also got Choice Words about Hockey’s first black player, William O’Ree getting inducted into the NHL Hall of Fame, and more! Laurent Dubois Twitter: @Soccerpolitics The Language of the Game: How to Understand Soccer David Steele Twitter: @David_C_Steele Sporting News Column Zirin, Willie O’Ree at Long Last Makes the NHL Hall of Fame https://www.thenation.com/article/willie-oree-long-last-makes-nhl-hall-fame/ — http://www.edgeofsportspodcast.com/ | http://twitter.com/EdgeOfSportsPod | http://fb.com/edgeofsportspod | email us: edgeofsports@gmail.com | Edge of Sports hotline: 401-426-3343 (EDGE) — Music: Eye Examination - Del the Funky Homosapien | Selfish - Slum Village Feat. Kanye West | Ta Fête - Stromae | Good To You - Talib Kweli | Da Game Been Good To Me - UGK | Dey Know - Shawty Lo | Tonight’s Da Night - Redman I The Wire ThemeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we speak to former US Olympic soccer player and the author of Power Games: A Political History of the Olympics, Jules Boykoff about the politics of the World Cup as well as the games themselves. We also have ‘Choice Words’ about why NFL owners have decided to punish those who protest during the anthem. We also have a ‘Just Stand Up’ and ‘Just Sit Down’ award for Devante Smith-Pelley and Draymond Green respectively. All that and more! Jules Boykoff Twitter: @JulesBoykoff https://www.amazon.com/Power-Games-Political-History-Olympics/dp/1784780723 Zirin, NFL Owners Don’t Fear Trump, They Fear Their Own Players https://www.thenation.com/article/nfl-owners-dont-fear-trump-fear-players/ — http://www.edgeofsportspodcast.com/ | http://twitter.com/EdgeOfSportsPod | http://fb.com/edgeofsportspod | email us: edgeofsports@gmail.com | Edge of Sports hotline: 401-426-3343 (EDGE) — Music: Eye Examination - Del the Funky Homosapien | We Gonna Make It - Jadakiss Feat. Styles P I A Letter From Home - Ulrich Schnauss | Microphone - Slaughterhouse | The Ghetto - Too Short | Desire - Pharoahe Monch | So Wat Cha Sayin’ - EPMD | The Corner - Common Feat. The Last Poets I The Wire ThemeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we speak to Britni de la Cretaz, journalist and writer, about her recent piece that went viral titled “”The Hidden Queer History Behind “A League of Their Own.”” This was a very informative conversation that examined the hidden relationships that existed during WW2 in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (A.A.G.P.B.L.), and how women athletes navigated this terrain at such a unique time. Also we have Choice Words about the Argentinian national team and their decision to cancel a game in Israel. Our ‘Just Stand Up’ and ‘Just Sit Down’ awards go to the Philadelphia Eagles, and players like Chris Long, Malcolm Jenkins, and Torrey Smith for their courageous stand on the issue of the White House visit, and serial nominee Donald Trump respectively. Our Kaepernick Watch contains more news on his collusion case. That and much more! Britni de la Cretaz Twitter: @britnidlc http://narrative.ly/the-hidden-queer-history-behind-a-league-of-their-own/ Zirin, In a Victory for BDS, Argentina’s National Soccer Team Cancels a Game in Israel https://www.thenation.com/article/victory-boycott-movement-argentinas-national-soccer-team-cancels-game-israel/ — http://www.edgeofsportspodcast.com/ | http://twitter.com/EdgeOfSportsPod | http://fb.com/edgeofsportspod | email us: edgeofsports@gmail.com | Edge of Sports hotline: 401-426-3343 (EDGE) — Music: Eye Examination - Del the Funky Homosapien | Motivation - T.I. I Schuyler Girls - Hamilton Soundtrack | A Friend - KRS-One | Make ‘Em Say Uhh - Master P | Function - E-40 | Untitled/Fantastic - Slum Village | Slippin’ - DMX | Bow Down - Ice Cube I The Wire ThemeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we speak to Mike Pesca from The Gist Podcast about his new book “Upon Further Review: The Greatest What-Ifs In Sports History.” This was a really fun conversation, and we talk about topics ranging from what if Muhammad Ali received draft deferment and Len Bias in a Celtics uniform to the reaction of Peter Norman had he raised his fist alongside John Carlos and Tommie Smith at the 1968 Olympics. You gotta check this one out! Also we have Choice Words about Dawuane "D.J." Smoot’s challenge to NFL leadership over its anthem policy. Our ‘Just Stand Up’ and ‘Just Sit Down’ awards go to the brave truth-tellers, Anne Kursinski and Susan Lomenzo Langer, equestrians that came forward to report their legendary coach Jimmy Williams of sexual abuse, and the top brass at the NFL. Our Kaepernick Watch contains news on his collusion case and we got a Patreon shoutout!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we have Bijan Bayne, social commentator and author of the book Elgin Baylor: The Man Who Changed Basketball to talk the NFL, the new anthem polcy, and the unholy mess created by unaccountable billionaires.  We have ‘Choice Words’ about the White House’s decision to pardon Jack Johnson. We also have ‘Just Stand Up’ and ‘Just Sit Down’ awards, to Sterling Brown and a recurring figure, Kaepernick watch and more! Bijan Bayne Twitter: @bijancbayne https://www.amazon.com/Elgin-Baylor-Man-Changed-Basketball/dp/1442245700 https://www.amazon.com/Sky-Kings-Professional-Basketball-African-American/dp/0531113086/ref=la_B001HPHNIE_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1527451334&sr=1-2 Zirin, Donald Trump would have been one of Jack Johnson’s tormentors https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/posteverything/wp/2018/05/24/donald-trump-would-have-been-one-of-jack-johnsons-tormentors/?utm_term=.0401ab30fbe7 — http://www.edgeofsportspodcast.com/ | http://twitter.com/EdgeOfSportsPod | http://fb.com/edgeofsportspod | email us: edgeofsports@gmail.com | Edge of Sports hotline: 401-426-3343 (EDGE) — Music: Eye Examination - Del the Funky Homosapien | Number One - Pharrell Feat. Kanye West | Stakes Is High - De La Soul | Off The Books - Beatnuts | I Try - Talib Kweli Feat. Mary J. Blige | California Love - Tupac | Show Me What You Got - J. Dilla | You Won’t Go Far - Organized Konfusion I Trap Or Die - Young Jeezy I The Wire ThemeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we speak to Professor Amira Rose Davis about her research on one of the most hidden aspects of sports history, black women before Title IX.  Also we’ve got some ‘Choice Words’ about the importance of Becky Hammon’s coaching candidacy with the Milwaukee Bucks. Then, we have a very timely Just ‘Stand Up’ and ‘Just Sit Your Ass Down’ Awards for the NFL Players Association and a soccer club in Jerusalem. Finally, we have a hip-hop themed Kaepernick Watch!  Amira Rose Davis Twitter: @mirarose88 https://www.aaihs.org/black-women-athletes-protest-and-politics-an-interview-with-amira-rose-davis/ Zirin, The Affirmative Case for Becky Hammon https://www.thenation.com/article/the-affirmative-case-for-becky-hammon/ — http://www.edgeofsportspodcast.com/ | http://twitter.com/EdgeOfSportsPod | http://fb.com/edgeofsportspod | email us: edgeofsports@gmail.com | Edge of Sports hotline: 401-426-3343 (EDGE) — Music: Eye Examination - Del the Funky Homosapien | Paid In Full - Eric B & Rakim | Nice For What - Drake | Diamonds & Wood - UGK | Brain - Jungle Brothers | It’s Me Bitches - Swizz Beatz | All I Know - Curren$y | Still Tippin' - Mike Jones Feat. Slim Thug & Paul Wall| I Apostle’s Warning - Mobb Deep I Salary Kaep - Wale I The Wire ThemeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, we speak to Yahoo Sports’ national NBA correspondent Michael Lee about what makes LeBron James unique and how he can be stopped (It involves quintuple coverage). We also delve into the Lebron-Jordan debate, and the limits of that discussion.  We also have ‘Choice Words’ about the scandal-plagued story with the Washington cheerleaders, ‘Just Stand Up’ and ‘Just Sit Your Ass Down’ awards, a very special Kaepernick watch, and more! Michael Lee Twitter: @MrMichaelLee https://sports.yahoo.com/celtics-proving-76ers-best-rookie-series-043850250.html Zirin, NFL Washington Cheerleaders Go Public With Horrific Treatment https://www.thenation.com/article/nfl-washington-cheerleaders-go-public-with-horrific-treatment/ — http://www.edgeofsportspodcast.com/ | http://twitter.com/EdgeOfSportsPod | http://fb.com/edgeofsportspod | email us: edgeofsports@gmail.com | Edge of Sports hotline: 401-426-3343 (EDGE) — Music: Eye Examination - Del the Funky Homosapien | Heart of the City - Jay-Z | ATM - J. Cole | Don’t Let It Get To Your Head - Brand Nubian | Black No Flockin’ - Kodak Black | Capone-N-Noreaga - T.O.N.Y. | My Philosophy - Boogie Down Productions | Shimmy Shimmy Ya - Ol’ Dirty Bastard | I Get Around - Tupac I Get Your Freak On - Missy Elliott I The Wire ThemeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, we speak to anthropologist and ethicist Katrina Karkazis about regulations passed down from the IAAF dealing with testosterone testing of women. We talk about how they came about, the lack of scientific process in their formulation, and it’s impact on women of color, predominantly in the Global South. During Choice Words, we’ll look at how some ex NFL cheerleaders are fighting back against the leagues policy towards them. Our ‘Just Stand Up’ Award goes to a bunch of athletes taking a stand against bigotry and Donald Trump, and our ‘Sit Your Ass Down!’ award goes to an NBA fan base. As always, we've got a Kaepernick watch and more on this week's show! Katrina Karkazis Twitter: @Karkazis https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2018/apr/26/testosterone-ruling-women-athletes-caster-semanya-global-south Zirin, Ex-Cheerleaders Fight Back Against the NFL https://www.thenation.com/article/ex-cheerleaders-fight-back-against-the-nfl/ — http://www.edgeofsportspodcast.com/ | http://twitter.com/EdgeOfSportsPod | http://fb.com/edgeofsportspod | email us: edgeofsports@gmail.com | Edge of Sports hotline: 401-426-3343 (EDGE) — Music: Eye Examination - Del the Funky Homosapien | Who Run - Three Six Mafia| I Screwed - Janelle Monae Feat. Zoe Kravitz | Just Another Day - Queen Latifah | Protect Ya Neck - Wu-Tang Clan | Guess Who’s Back - Scarface | Resurrection - Public Enemy | Da Joint - EPMD I Outta Here - KRS-One | The Wire ThemeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we speak to Sports Illustrated journalist and attorney Michael McCann about his book written with Ed O’Bannon, Court Justice: The Inside Story of My Battle Against the NCAA. We also go into detail about the Colin Kaepernick collusion case against the NFL, important legal distinctions, and kind of advice he would give Colin.  Also we have ‘Choice Words’ about the possibility of a Trump presidential pardon for legendary boxer Jack Johnson. We also have ‘Just Stand Up’ and ‘Just Sit Down awards,’ a very special Kaepernick watch, and a tribute to the great Manu Ginobili. Michael McCann Twitter: @McCannSportsLaw https://www.amazon.com/Court-Justice-Inside-Battle-Against/dp/1635762626 https://www.si.com/nfl/2017/10/15/colin-kaepernick-collusion-lawsuit-against-nfl Zirin, Donald Trump and Jack Johnson Would Have Despised One Another https://www.thenation.com/article/donald-trump-and-jack-johnson-would-have-despised-one-another/ — http://www.edgeofsportspodcast.com/ | http://twitter.com/EdgeOfSportsPod | http://fb.com/edgeofsportspod | email us: edgeofsports@gmail.com | Edge of Sports hotline: 401-426-3343 (EDGE) — Music: Eye Examination - Del the Funky Homosapien | Let’s Get Blown - Snoop Dogg Feat. Pharrell | Semi-Charmed Kind of Life - Third Eye Blind | Hootie Hoo - Outkast | Touch It - Busta Rhymes | Just Another Day - Too Short | 10 Crack Commandments - Notorious B.I.G. | Brooklyn Zoo - Ol’ Dirty Bastard | Freeway - Line ‘Em Up I The Wire ThemeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, we speak to Brenda Elsey, co-host of the Burn It Down Podcast, who is currently in Buenos Aires. She is researching and writing about women soccer players in Brazil, Chile, and Argentina and how they have used collective organizing to reclaim their soccer federations from near oblivion. We also discuss how a broader feminist awakening in South America is affecting this revolt. We also have "Choice Words" about the NFL and free agent safety Eric Reid. We got “Just Stand Up” and “Just Sit Down” awards, and some wacky NBA playoff predictions going into the postseason.  Brenda Elsey Twitter: @Politicultura https://www.theguardian.com/football/2018/mar/26/south-america-women-rise-again-copa-america-femenina Zirin, Eric Reid Is Not For Sale https://www.thenation.com/article/eric-reid-is-not-for-sale/ — http://www.edgeofsportspodcast.com/ | http://twitter.com/EdgeOfSportsPod | http://fb.com/edgeofsportspod | email us: edgeofsports@gmail.com | Edge of Sports hotline: 401-426-3343 (EDGE) — Music: Eye Examination - Del the Funky Homosapien | Still Not A Player - Big Pun Feat. Joe | Naima - John Coltrane | Problems - AZ | I Need A Girl Part 2 - Puff Daddy | Drop - Pharcyde | Whoa - Black Rob | We Made It - Ghostface Killah | The Wire ThemeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy