A scandal rocks the NBA when secretly recorded tapes of Donald Sterling and his mistress leak. Tensions within the Sterling universe lead to a breaking point. Legal action is taken to reclaim extravagant gifts. The power of secret recordings and a blackmail attempt are explored. Racist remarks by Mr. Sterling cause the transformation of the Clippers basketball team.

A story of power and scandal in Los Angeles. When an audio recording of a racist rant by Clippers owner Donald Sterling was leaked online, it caused an uproar that changed the NBA forever. But Sterling had been a problem for decades -- in basketball, real estate, and more. Why did it take 30 years to finally hold him accountable? "The Sterling Affairs" is a five-part series from 30 for 30 Podcasts and The Undefeated, produced in collaboration with Western Sound. Reported and hosted by ESPN's Ramona Shelburne. All five episodes available August 20th. More at 30for30podcasts.com/sterling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mia Hamm, Julie Foudy, and the '99 World Cup Team launched the Women's United Soccer Association. Mismanagement and tension with U.S. Soccer put the league's future in jeopardy. The podcast explores the team's journey in building a league from scratch and fighting to keep it alive.

Follow the remarkable journey of baseball legend Rickey Henderson as he refuses to walk away from the game he loves. Highlights include Henderson's eccentric behavior, his impact on teammates, and a surprising induction speech. The podcast also explores his time in the independent baseball league and the making of a Netflix documentary about him.

In 1995, Hideo Nomo broke barriers to join Major League Baseball, risking his career and reputation. This podcast reveals how he and his agent found a loophole, launching 'Nomo-mania' and transforming American and Japanese baseball forever.

This podcast explores the challenges faced by women runners in the 1970s, highlighting Katherine Switzer's historic participation in the Boston Marathon. It recounts Switzer's determination to finish the race despite aggression from the race director. The episode also delves into Fred Lebow's ambitious goal of making the New York City Marathon the best in the world and the impact of Title IX in including women in sports. Additionally, it discusses a protest by six women during a race that challenged discriminatory rules and its impact on the women's running movement.

Explore how the 2003 World Series of Poker defied the odds to ignite a poker boom in America. From a struggling casino to inexperienced TV production, the tournament's transformation is examined. Learn about the challenges of filming, Chris Moneymaker's inspiring journey, and the impact of a transformative poker hand that captivated viewers. Discover how Moneymaker's victory changed the poker industry and society.

Former baseball player, Jose Canseco, discusses his tell-all memoir 'Juiced' which ignited a congressional hearing on steroid use in Major League Baseball. The podcast explores Canseco's attempts to reach 500 career home runs, the injection of steroids, and the intense writing process of the book.

Our new season of five original audio documentaries starts Tuesday, October 16th. We'll bring you stories about Jose Canseco, Rickey Henderson, a protest at the NYC Marathon, and more. More information at 30for30podcasts.com | Note: In addition to our documentaries, we do conversations about new 30 for 30 films. An archive of those can be found by searching "ESPN Films Conversations" in your favorite podcast app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Women who were sexually assaulted by Bikram pursue civil lawsuits. Ongoing lawsuits, bankruptcy filing, and future of Bikram Yoga brand. Ethical dilemma faced by studio owners and practitioners considering a boycott. Challenging the idea of separating the man from the yoga. Acknowledgements and credits.