Sports Nerds

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Sinopse

Two college professors talking about the influence sports and sports media have in our society. Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

Episódios

  • Don't Come Here and Ski in Jeans (Ep 148)

    17/12/2020 Duração: 46min

    The Nerds of Sport have returned once again!  On this episode, we discuss our kids' activities (or lack thereof), access to winter sports, and the Big Ten's decision to screw Indiana over.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Jean-Claude Van Damme Hockey Movies, NBA Wins, and College Football Apathy (Ep 147)

    11/11/2020 Duração: 42min

    We owed this one to each other. Our brains needed some stimulation.  Thanks to all for the support. We plan on being back more consistently now.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • American Sports Attempt a Return (Ep 146)

    03/07/2020 Duração: 44min

    We needed to talk about some things. So we did. Via Zoom. You might enjoy it. It's full of sports ball stuff.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Talking Beer and Baseball with The Athletic's Eno Sarris (Ep 145)

    30/04/2020 Duração: 01h38min

    Eno Sarris, friend of the pod and writer for The Athletic (not The Atlantic), returns to the show to drink some beer and talk about what baseball will look like if it returns in 2020. This was recorded as an interview for the Unfiltered podcast.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Talking About Sports When Sports Don't Exist (Ep 144)

    31/03/2020 Duração: 28min

    Hi Friends, we decided to talk about how our lives are without sports. We even talk about whether or not sports really matter. Like most of your lives right now, it was a rather somber and surreal conversation. So enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Our Attempt at a Nuanced Conversation about the Legacy of Kobe Bryant (Ep 143)

    26/02/2020 Duração: 37min

    Maybe it was best we waited a while for a new episode: In this one we attempt to have a thoughtful (and critical conversation) about Kobe Bryant, his legacy, and the function of the cult of celebrity.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Cheating in Baseball, What?! (Ep 142)

    15/01/2020 Duração: 35min

    We told you the Astros were assholes. Looks like the Red Sox might be too. Oh, and a lot of other teams.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Patrick Reed Is the Guy No One Wants at Their Holiday Party (Ep 141)

    19/12/2019 Duração: 34min

    On this week's show, we cover Josh Gordon's most recent suspension from the NFL and recognize that Patrick Reed is the biggest spare on the PGA tour.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • We Talk Hockey... A Lot of It (Ep 140)

    11/12/2019 Duração: 54min

    We are back to congratulate Megan Rapinoe, critique the College Football Playoff, unpack massive contracts for MLB pitchers, and dive deeeeeep into what's going on in the NHL because that sh*t is real.  ------ Our 4th Annual Bowl Pick ‘Em contest is now live. Cost is $10 per entry with 2 entries max. Winnings will be split between the top three finishers. We had 70 participants in 2018 and this year we are hoping for more so please spread the word. The link to enter the contest is tinyurl.com/SportsNerds2019.. Entry fees can be sent via Venmo to @Sam-Jay-2 or PayPal to sam@jaycommunicationsolutions.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • The Astros' Transition from Underdogs to Assholes (Ep 139)

    13/11/2019 Duração: 43min

    We've rekindled our friendship to discuss our shared hatred of the Houston Astros (who have now been recognized as cheaters) and the corporate gutting of the once-great Deadspin.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • We Invested in an Ann Arbor App Company (Ep 138)

    16/10/2019 Duração: 40min

    Sam went to Ann Arbor and beat Brian in golf. Then some other shit happened. Glad to be back! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Ann Arbor Weekends and Wide Receivers Who Fart (Ep 137)

    18/09/2019 Duração: 35min

    Hello everyone, we are back for another installment of your favorite sports podcast. This week we talk about Antonio Brown breaking wind, the A's doing what the A's do, and then some other things you might enjoy. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Serena, Identity Politics, and Carpenter Shorts (Ep 136)

    06/09/2019 Duração: 47min

    We were absolute fire in this one. Maybe the best ever... We open with discussion of the long-held dominance Serena Williams and Clayton Kershaw have had over their respective sports then get into the economic performance of eSports. We finish with some debate about "wokeness" and the University of Denver's new(ish) mascot controversy.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Adults Shouldn't Wear Basketball Jerseys (Ep 135)

    13/08/2019 Duração: 56min

    We slow rolled into this one beginning with a nice chat about MLB standings. After putting you to sleep with shit most of you don't care about we take a deep dive on the NCAA and recent changes to student-athlete/NBA agent rules.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • 'Dem Boyz Are Back (yes, that's a terrible name for an episode) (Ep 134)

    29/07/2019 Duração: 55min

    Hellllllllloooooooo, everybody. We recorded last week and here's the magic we came up with. We touched upon archaic MLB rules, college football recruiting, and yes, the privilege of being able to move freely. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan, and Those Darn Conservative Snowflakes (Ep 133)

    10/07/2019 Duração: 50min

    We took some assholes to task on this one, but tried to sound smart doing it.  We examine the criticism of Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe as well as point out some of the shortcoming of the arguments out there around equal pay for US soccer players.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • If a Shart Could Be a Podcast This Would Be It (Ep 132)

    02/07/2019 Duração: 50min

    Sam and Brian return to produce this turd of an episode, covering World Cup and Gold Cup, some NBA free agency, and other things. There are some nuggets that seem to be good.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Brooks Koepka Has an Amazing Jawline and The Impossible Burger is Legit (Ep 131)

    10/06/2019 Duração: 56min

    Sam and Brian return to talk about the US Open, Australian and New Zealand sports and food, Donal Trump's golf game, and much, much more.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Cubs Want Redemption, Norway Wants Access (Ep 130)

    30/04/2019 Duração: 57min

    We have returned!  This week we are discussing the Chicago Cubs strong-arming beat writers, issues with redemption narratives in sports, domestic violence, and why Norway is better at sports than people think they should be.  We liked this one. Hope you do too! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

  • Bad Refs and Magic Floaters (Ep 129)

    12/04/2019 Duração: 44min

    Sam and Brian discuss the NCAA's referee development program (or lack thereof), Magic Johnson's departure from LA, and Nick Bosa's seemingly-forgotten tweets.   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportsnerds/support

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