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Hosted by veteran sportswriter and broadcaster David Grubb, ”Hard in the Paint” talks about the games, but doesn‘t play any when it comes to discussing what‘s happening on or off the field. HITP is the 2021 Louisiana Sports Writers Association (LSWA) winner for best podcast. Follow the show on Instagram @hitpwithdg.
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Friday Jul 17, 2020
Friday Jul 17, 2020
In an exclusive conversation with former LSU and NBA star, and current activist/humanitarian Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, David discusses a wide range of topics at the forefront of the country's discourse on race and sports. The influence of social media on activism (4:16). The importance of athletes being in the protests (11:07). The likelihood of structural change in the major sports leagues (13:09). The challenge and necessity of players understanding their worth (15:35). The pervasiveness of systemic racism (19:02). Changing the system as a revolutionary act (29:35). Facing backlash and having to be "grateful" (42:19). The pressure on athletes to get back to playing (52:20).
Opening theme by DJ Dao. Music: What I Need, French Montana ft. Martin Luther King Jr., French Revolution Vol. 1