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Mike Pesca
Mike Pesca is a correspondent for National Public Radio who covers mostly sports.
Articles By Mike Pesca
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Hang Up and Listen: The Falling Into the Truth Edition
Slate’s sports podcast on big vs. small in the NBA playoffs, the Kings staying in Sacramento, and whether the America’s Cup is too dangerous to continue.
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Hang Up and Listen: The Dodgeball Dodgetorum Edition
Slate’s sports podcast quizzes Steve Kerr on the NBA playoffs. Plus: the documentary Venus and Serena, and the future of gym class.
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Hang Up and Listen: The Sandpaper, Pine Tar, and Hair Gel Edition
Slate’s sports podcast on the NBA playoffs, spitball accusations, and Spelman College dropping out of the NCAA.
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Hang Up and Listen: The “And I’m Gay” Edition
Slate’s sports podcast on Jason Collins’ coming-out story, the NFL draft, and the NHL postseason.
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Hang Up and Listen: The Cross Between Akili Smith and Aaron Brooks Edition
Slate’s sports podcast on the aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombing, the NBA playoffs, and stereotyping black quarterback prospects.
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Hang Up and Listen: The Golfier Than Thou Edition
Slate’s sports podcast on Tiger Woods’ illegal drop and Kobe Bryant’s torn Achilles tendon. Also, an interview with Jackie Robinson’s teammate Ralph Branca.
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Hang Up and Listen: The Peg You in the Head With Basketballs Edition
Slate’s sports podcast on the Final Four, Brittney Griner and the NBA, and fired Rutgers coach Mike Rice. Plus: an interview with marathon legend Bill Rodgers.
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Hang Up and Listen: The Avert Your Eyes Edition
Slate’s sports podcast on Kevin Ware’s gruesome broken leg and MLB opening day. Also, an interview with Louisville women’s basketball coach Jeff Walz.
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Hang Up and Listen: They Might Be Giant Killers Edition
Slate’s sports podcast on Florida Gulf Coast’s NCAA run, ESPN’s Survive and Advance, and U.S. national soccer team’s crazy snow game.
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Hang Up and Listen: The Cinderella Man Edition
Slate’s sports podcast on the NCAA tournament and the supposed death of the Big East. Also: an interview with Belmont coach Rick Byrd.
