On this week’s filibuster, Jemele gets to the bottom of why there’s only one Black female head coach in the WNBA, despite Black women making up 70 percent of the league. Jemele is then joined by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who gives his thoughts on the Elon Musk-Donald Trump feud, if it was fair for the Knicks to fire Tom Thibodeau, and how the Democrats plan to win the messaging war against Republicans. Jeffries also answers criticisms about his party’s lack of urgency and if the current Democratic leadership is enough during this perilous moment. 

On this week&rsquo;s filibuster, Jemele gets to the bottom of why there&rsquo;s only one Black female head coach in the WNBA, despite Black women making up 70 percent of the league. Jemele is then joined by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who gives his thoughts on the Elon Musk-Donald Trump feud, if it was fair for the Knicks to fire Tom Thibodeau, and how the Democrats plan to win the messaging war against Republicans. Jeffries also answers criticisms about his party&rsquo;s lack of urgency and if the current Democratic leadership is enough during this perilous moment.

SPOLITICS is where we don’t just stick to sports, but examine the world and all of its complexities through the lens of sports. Each week, this podcast will enthusiastically explore the intersection between sports, race, gender, sexuality and culture. In this narrative-style podcast, expect sharp commentary, novel conversations, and compelling guests that will drive nuanced sports conversations that drive culture.

SPOLITICS is where we don’t just stick to sports, but examine the world and all of its complexities through the lens of sports. Each week, this podcast will enthusiastically explore the intersection between sports, race, gender, sexuality and culture. In this narrative-style podcast, expect sharp commentary, novel conversations, and compelling guests that will drive nuanced sports conversations that drive culture.

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Ep 33: The Politics of Narrative - Featuring Hakeem Jeffries

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In this special bonus episode, Jemele addresses the murder of right influencer Charlie Kirk, who was tragically killed while speaking to students at Utah Valley State University. Jemele shares what makes Kirk’s legacy so complicated, and what the response has been by different communities regarding his death.

In this special bonus episode, Jemele addresses the murder of right influencer Charlie Kirk, who was tragically killed while speaking to students at Utah Valley State University. Jemele shares what makes Kirk&rsquo;s legacy so complicated, and what the response has been by different communities regarding his death.

BONUS EPISODE: The Politics of Charlie Kirk

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On this week's filibuster, Jemele wraps up the first season of Spolitics by discussing the many ways in which sports + politics have proven to be important. Jemele is then joined by Donte Stallworth, the former NFL player who has made a name for himself as a political pundit. Donte shares how and why he got into covering politics, and his recollection of hurricane Katrina as someone who played for New Orleans Saints when the hurricane struck 20 years ago. He also discusses what he shares with other football prospects about the impact of his conviction for DUI manslaughter, and how that influenced his playing career.

On this week's filibuster, Jemele wraps up the first season of Spolitics by discussing the many ways in which sports + politics have proven to be important. Jemele is then joined by Donte Stallworth, the former NFL player who has made a name for himself as a political pundit. Donte shares how and why he got into covering politics, and his recollection of hurricane Katrina as someone who played for New Orleans Saints when the hurricane struck 20 years ago. He also discusses what he shares with other football prospects about the impact of his conviction for DUI manslaughter, and how that influenced his playing career.

Ep 45: The Politics of Adjustment - Featuring Donte’ Stallworth

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On this week's filibuster, Jemele fires back at right wing critics who are outraged over Cracker Barrel changing its logo. Jemele is then joined by Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson, who has faced and met many challenges since being elected two years ago. Among them, Mayor Johnson discusses what it will take to keep the Chicago Bears in Chicago, as the Bears are also considering a new stadium home outside of Chicago. The mayor also shares how he is navigating Donald Trump’s attacks on Chicago, the rising tension between Chicago residents and migrants, and what he has done to lower the number of homicides in Chicago. And finally, Jemele has a special message for the newly-engaged couple, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.

On this week's filibuster, Jemele fires back at right wing critics who are outraged over Cracker Barrel changing its logo. Jemele is then joined by Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson, who has faced and met many challenges since being elected two years ago. Among them, Mayor Johnson discusses what it will take to keep the Chicago Bears in Chicago, as the Bears are also considering a new stadium home outside of Chicago. The mayor also shares how he is navigating Donald Trump&rsquo;s attacks on Chicago, the rising tension between Chicago residents and migrants, and what he has done to lower the number of homicides in Chicago. And finally, Jemele has a special message for the newly-engaged couple, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.

Ep 44: The Politics of Being Unpopular - Featuring Brandon Johnson

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Ep 33: The Politics of Narrative - Featuring Hakeem Jeffries

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