Playoffs and Politics

Playoffs and Politics

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Playoffs and Politics episodes

  • Drone Strikes, Athletes Defend Abortion Rights, and Tax the Rich

    On today's episode of the Playoffs and politics podcast, we discuss the US military's latest drone strike to kill an innocent family overseas, a coalition of female athletes stepping up as the Supreme Court eyes repealing Roe vs Wade, and the discourse around AOC's "Tax the Rich" dress at the Met Gala.

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    1 hr 10 min
  • American Empire Falls in Afghanistan

    On today's episode of the Playoffs and politics podcast, we discuss the American withdrawal of Afghanistan after 20 years of war. We'll talk about the failed execution of the withdrawal, the takeover of the Taliban, and debate who deserves the most blame for the failed, two-decade long, military occupation. 

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    54 min
  • On Climate, the Future is Now
    On today's episode of the Playoffs and politics podcast, we discuss Governor Andrew Cuomo of New York announcing his resignation, the MLB's gamble to attract a younger audience, and the IPCC's latest climate report which paints a bleak picture of the future to come. 
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    56 min
  • Least Surprising News Ever?

    On today's episode of the podcast, we discuss the findings that Gov. Andrew Cuomo of New York repeatedly sexually harassed women in his administration and even retaliated against them when they told their stories. We will also react to the lawsuit filed against the NCAA alleging a systematic practice of gender discrimination towards college athletes. We're joined by Sydney Feder to add some perspective!


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    45 min
  • Vaccine Passports and the NFL's COVID Policy

    On this week's episode of the Playoffs and Politics podcast, we discuss the narratives around the vaccinated vs unvaccinated populations, the push for vaccine passports, and the NFL dropping the hammer with its new policies around COVID for the upcoming season and how that may affect your favorite team!



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    29 min
  • Not Everyone Sucks (ft. Misha Brahmbhatt, MPH)
    This week's episode of the Playoffs and Politics podcast features an interview with @misha_inspires. Misha lives in Southern Florida and recently graduated with her Master's in Public Health. During a time where America is more divided than it has been since the Civil War, she has been embarking on a journey to connect with strangers from across the United States to learn about their stories. Listen to our conversation here, then be sure to head over to her page to check out my interview with her and the rest of her inspirational IGTV series!
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    1 hr 2 min
  • Rachel Nichols and Trevor Bauer are What's On the Grill

    On this episode of the Playoffs and Politics podcast, we discuss some recent controversies in the sports industry that served as fireworks in the lead-up to the 4th of July. We will break down the sexual assault accusations against Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer and the leaked audio of Rachel Nichols attributing the rise of Maria Taylor towards ESPN feeling pressured on diversity. That and much more!


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    39 min
  • Hi Neighbor! (ft. Amanda Farnan)

    On today's episode of the Playoffs and Politics podcast, we speak with Amanda Farnan, who was elected Commissioner to represent ANC1B-11 in Washington, D.C. During our conversation, we discuss what she views as the biggest problem in American politics today, D.C.'s fight to become a state, and the impact that sports have as a unifying force in a community.


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    52 min
  • Checking In + 2021 Updates

    Stephen catches you up on what he's been working on behind the scenes, discusses Playoffs and Politics' newest show, and the search to expand the team.


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    24 min
  • Bernie Breaks the Internet

    On today's episode of the Playoffs and Politics podcast, we recap some major happenings over the past two weeks in the world of sports and politics. We discuss Inauguration Day and how Bernie Sanders broke the internet, check-in on how COVID-19 is impacting the start of the NBA and NHL season, look at the differences in how the media will cover a Joe Biden Presidency, and Stephen shares his take on Biden's first major lie as President.


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    39 min

About Playoffs and Politics

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The Playoffs and Politics podcast, hosted by Stephen Denis, is a weekly conversation focused on sports, politics, and when they intersect in society. This space serves as a voice for the progressive movement. Listen weekly to hear adversarial commentary and analysis on real issues you won’t see on the front page of traditional media, because we believe you have the right to know. Challenging the status quo since ‘96. We don’t stick to sports.