The Sports Bubble with Jensen Karp

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Karima Christmas-Kelly Jun 08, 2020

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WNBA star Karima Christmas-Kelly has lived in Texas, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Indiana, and even South Korea - so it would be an understatement to say she’s developed a unique perspective on race relations. And right now, she’s in the heart of a city in real pain. The Minnesota Lynx forward talks about recovering from a season-ending injury and participating in recent Minneapolis protests against police brutality. Karima also discusses the uncertainties of when, and if, the WNBA season will happen, why it's important for athletes to use their platform to address social issues, her definition of an ally, and how she’s prepared for life after sports. This episode and series supports FeedingAmerica.org. For more of The No-Sports Report, visit treefort.fm/the-no-sports-report

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Michael Bennett Jun 05, 2020

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Michael Bennett may be soft-spoken, but make no mistake about it, his voice is powerful. As an NFL defensive end for 11 seasons and a Super Bowl Champion, there’s no question Michael’s a force to be reckoned with on the field, but that all seems secondary to who Michael really is - a man leading hard conversations against racial inequality, police brutality, and toxic masculinity in the NFL. Michael joins Jensen to talk about growing up scared of the police, what the murder of George Floyd means as a black man in America, and Michael’s own terrifying experience with police brutality in 2017. Michael shares why he is optimistic that the current demonstrations and protests led by young people will bring about real change and why he and his wife, Pele, talk about social issues and injustice with their daughters and on their podcast, “Mouthpeace with Michael & Pele Bennett”. This episode proudly supports The Bennett Foundation, providing knowledge and resources to empower children and families to make social and behavioral changes. To donate and learn more, visit thebennettfoundation.org. Please also support FeedingAmerica.org. For more of The No-Sports Report, go to treefort.fm/the-no-sports-report

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Craig Hodges Jun 03, 2020

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It’s time America finally catches up to Craig Hodges. And now, more than ever, is the time to listen. The NBA legend and political activist shares his experience of growing up in the civil rights movement and protesting the tragic death of his friend due to police brutality during their time at Long Beach State. He looks back on the progressive ideas he suggested during his two championship seasons with the Chicago Bulls alongside Michael Jordan, that were labeled as “militant,” and the White House visit that reportedly led to being blackballed from the NBA. Then, Craig expresses his hope for future generations in this country with today’s demonstrations and revolutionary demands for change in mind. This episode and series supports FeedingAmerica.org. For more of The No-Sports Report, visit treefort.fm/the-no-sports-report

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Bob Costas Jun 01, 2020

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The Thursday before the civil unrest seen around our nation in response to the murder of George Floyd, Jensen spoke with legendary broadcaster Bob Costas about his time in quarantine, but focused on Bob’s career-long tenancy to “not ignore the elephants in the room,” even when it hurt him professionally. The MLB Network host and announcer also talks about cancelling the 2020 Olympics when they did and the ongoing disputes between the league and Players Association in the delayed start of Major League Baseball. This episode and series supports FeedingAmerica.org. For more of The No-Sports Report, visit treefort.fm/the-no-sports-report

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Meghan Klingenberg May 29, 2020

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As a 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup winner, USWNT defender Meghan Klingenberg knows what it feels like to be on top of the world. Now, with the entire world shutdown, the highlight of her week is eating donuts on a Sunday. The Portland Thorns star talks about making homemade gnocchi with her family in Pittsburgh, the tough path ahead for sports post-quarantine, and why she loves the sound of players talking trash in empty arenas. Then, Meghan discusses the USWNT’s fight for equal rights and a new gender neutral clothing brand she launched alongside some fellow World Cup teammates. This episode and series supports FeedingAmerica.org. For more of The No-Sports Report, visit treefort.fm/the-no-sports-report

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Enes Kanter May 28, 2020

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Enes Kanter is a fan favorite wherever he goes: whether it’s playing in the NBA or brawling in the wrestling ring, you can’t help but love this international superstar. The Boston Celtics center talks to Jensen about celebrating Ramadan in quarantine and touches on the NBA’s current proposal to start the playoffs in Vegas or Orlando. Jensen and Enes also share their undying love for commissioner Adam Silver, Boston teammate Tacko Fall and Enes’s eventual employer, the WWE. Plus, Enes declares who’s on his Mt. Rushmore of Wrestling, if he’d be a heel or babyface and if Undertaker can really do that with his eyes (he can). This episode and series supports FeedingAmerica.org. For more of The No-Sports Report, visit treefort.fm/the-no-sports-report

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Adam Ottavino May 27, 2020

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The Ottavino family has their fingerprints all over New York City...literally. They helped build the landmarks we all know as NYC from the ground up. So, after setting franchise records as the closer for the Colorado Rockies, when Adam Ottavino signed a three year deal with the Yankees in 2019, it wasn’t just a matter of playing for the team he grew up watching, it was about coming home to where he belongs. The pitcher talks about how his former "batcave" in Harlem prepared him for quarantine workouts, how he and newest Yankees ace Gerrit Cole are becoming fast friends, and what it felt like the first time he put on the pinstripes. Adam and Jensen also open up about their shared struggles with mental health and the helpful exercises Adam has practiced over his MLB career. This episode proudly supports the Sesame Workshop, the global nonprofit behind Sesame Street and so much more, whose mission is to help children everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. In times of crisis, Sesame Workshop provides valuable resources that bring children comfort, spark learning, and help families face challenges together. To donate and learn more, visit sesameworkshop.org. Please also support FeedingAmerica.org. For more of The No-Sports Report, go to treefort.fm/the-no-sports-report

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Tony Hawk May 26, 2020

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For the past four decades, the sport of skateboarding has been synonymous with the name Tony Hawk. Plain and simple, Hawk = GOAT. Sorry, how many other riders do you know who can fly through the air on a skateboard and do a 900 - at 48 years old? We’ll save you the time - there aren’t any. The skateboarding legend shares with Jensen how he celebrated his birthday in quarantine on Zoom and what it’s like going from an “empty nest” to a full Birdhouse. Then, Tony talks about one of the biggest announcements in video game history - quarantine or not: the upcoming remastered release of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 & 2. Tony also gives the latest update on the feel-good story that went viral - exchanging skateboards with 6-year-old Cooper through a FedEx driver named Mikail. Plus, talks about the delayed debut of skateboarding at the Olympics, The Masked Singer, and why David Spade is a better skater than Tony was a stunt double. This episode proudly supports the Tony Hawk Foundation, which enriches the lives of youth around the World through skateboarding, especially through these challenging times. To donate and learn more, visit tonyhawkfoundation.org. Please also support FeedingAmerica.org. For more of The No-Sports Report, go to treefort.fm/the-no-sports-report

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Kolten Wong May 25, 2020

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If you’ve been watching the St. Louis Cardinals Kolten Wong over the past few years, you’ll notice it seems like he just plays the game with more heart than anyone else on the field. Whether it’s because of his Hawaiian pride or his strong baseball family, the second baseman’s steady improvement and always escalating stats are hard to ignore. The Gold Glove winning second baseman talks to Jensen about returning with that focus in 2020, no matter when the season starts, even if he can’t beat Milwaukee Brewers infielder Jedd Gyorko in Cornhole. They also chat about Hawaiian tourism, staying optimistic when things feel their lowest and a possible business with David Wright. This episode and series supports FeedingAmerica.org. For more of The No-Sports Report, visit treefort.fm/the-no-sports-report

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J.A. Adande / Rhea Butcher May 22, 2020

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Many odd things have happened during the pandemic, but in the sports world nothing seems as strange as our nation becoming enthralled with 20 year old Michael Jordan highlights. The collective nation tuned into The Last Dance on ESPN, even knowing exactly how it ends. J.A. Adande, the beloved sportswriter and Director of Sports Journalism at Northwestern University, talks to Jensen about being featured in the docuseries and how he’s currently helping a new generation of sportswriters navigate in a world where arenas, locker rooms and sports in general are off-limits. Then, the two dive deeper into The Last Dance to expand on what it was like for Adande to cover Jordan during those years, whether Jordan has ever been happy, and why it’s possible he’s very angry about Lebron rebooting Space Jam. Plus, in the latest installment of FANDEMIC, Jensen checks in with comedian and Three Swings podcast host Rhea Butcher about how to deal with missing baseball when it’s your favorite thing in the world. This episode and series supports FeedingAmerica.org. For more of The No-Sports Report, visit treefort.fm/the-no-sports-report

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