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OJ Simpson, the Intoxication of Fame, and the Monster Lurking Within
Reflecting on the murder and trial that captivated a nation…and the lessons from an unchecked desire for celebrity There is no...
Omar Zahran
May 1, 2024
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Toilet Tribune: To Comeback or To Play?
Back to the Crapper? Indulge in the conversation that is dominating the football world. Hamlin or Flacco for CPOY?
Cole Raines
Jan 14, 2024
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Toilet Tribune: 2024's New Beginnings & Fighting Peter Dinklage for his Net Worth
Real crappers, it is time to assemble. In a survey conducted by NordVPN in 2022, 65% of respondents (of 9,800 adults surveyed) said they...
Cole Raines
Jan 2, 2024
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Charissa Thompson, Sideline Reporting, and the Importance of Accurate Journalism
In a shocking admission, the former NFL sideline reporter and current Thursday Night Football panelist has revealed that she occasionally...
Omar Zahran
Nov 24, 2023
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Considering the Human Element of Professional Sports
Professional athletes are human beings, too, and the uncertainty of their careers can have a real impact on their personal lives. A fact...
Omar Zahran
Oct 14, 2023
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Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and the NFL's Opportunity For a Broader Fanbase
A potential budding relationship is giving the NFL and the sport of football a chance to attract a more diverse audience than we have...
Omar Zahran
Sep 29, 2023
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The Ever-Growing Divide Between Athletes, Fans, and the Media
"Critics of athletes will argue that these people are paid millions of dollars and all the scrutiny that comes with that is a part of the...
Omar Zahran
Sep 27, 2023
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Is a Jersey Number More Than Just a Number?
Association, respect, and why we define our favorite athletes by digits on polyester and nylon Jalin Hyatt was drafted by the New York...
Omar Zahran
Sep 2, 2023
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Balancing Act: The Evolution of Sports Documentaries from Journalism to Propaganda
The rise of curated narratives and the unfortunate decline of investigative journalism in the way we consume sports content who This week...
Omar Zahran
Aug 26, 2023
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The Cost of Pro Sports: How Oakland Was Abandoned by Its Teams
The Warriors went across the bridge. The Raiders left for Sin City. And now the Athletics seemed destined to follow. Oakland has lost its...
Omar Zahran
Aug 19, 2023
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The Lucrative Business of Sportswashing: How Oil-Rich Nations Use Sports to Improve Their Image
As more soccer players leave Europe for the riches of Saudi Arabia, a bigger pursuit is at play: reshaping the image of a region through...
Omar Zahran
Aug 10, 2023
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Content Aggregation and Highlight Culture in Sports: The Rise of Instant Reactions
In an age of on demand data, the way that we get our sports news has changed to prioritize speed over accuracy and nuance. But is this...
Omar Zahran
Jul 29, 2023
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The Changing Landscape: The Future of Sports Journalism in the Age of AI and Fan-Led Content
The fabled New York Times sports desk is no more, causing many to proclaim doom and gloom for sports journalism. But in many ways, this...
Omar Zahran
Jul 15, 2023
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Mercy Rules in Professional Sports: Competition vs Entertainment
Blowouts are inevitable in sports, but comebacks are also having a renaissance. A moment to consider the potential of mercy rules in...
Omar Zahran
Jun 27, 2023
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2023 NBA Offseason Preview: The Summer of Blockbuster Moves?
With the NBA Offseason coming up, it is time once again to check into Blockbuster and see what big moves will be made!
Cole Raines
May 15, 2023
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LeBron James and the Inevitable Aging Process
It is no secret. Aging can be difficult, and some of us are way better than others... Look at the Trish Stratus's, the Clayton...
Cole Raines
Apr 17, 2023
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MLB Opening Weekend Awards
Opening weekend has come and went for the 2023 MLB season, and with it some hand-picked awards for some of the weekend's performances in...
Cole Raines
Apr 3, 2023
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Let the Kids Play: Best and Worst 'Kids' Heading into the 2023 MLB Season
With MLB's Opening Day nearing, the best and worst kids heading into the season are looked at.
Cole Raines
Mar 27, 2023
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Life Thoughts After 56 Hours in an RV
Take the 56 hour trip I had in my brain and the fun-seeker as I went down to Cape Coral.
Cole Raines
Mar 20, 2023
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Damar Hamlin and the Delicate Balance of Football
A moment where the sports world stood still and humanity took over This week we saw the worst nightmare of every football fan take place:...
Omar Zahran
Jan 4, 2023
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