Skin in the Game with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi

Skin in the Game with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi (2023- )

RunningDocumentary showHistory, Sports

The series delves into and challenges racism in the sports world, and will reveal how pervasive racism is in sports, while challenging the thoughts and systems of various governing bodies. Through Dr. Kendi's analysis, athlete profiles, and robust roundtable discussions with athletes, academics and journalists, each episode dives deeply into the histories, statistics and notable moments behind the racist norms we accept today.

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Out of Focus - What is the Impact of Racist Ideas in Sports Media?
Season 1Episode 5

Out of Focus - What is the Impact of Racist Ideas in Sports Media?

Dr. Kendi discusses the lack of diversity in sports media and how it impacts the coverage of athletes of color. WNBA Champion Essence Carson shares her experience being on the receiving end of racist comments by shock jock Don Imus. Dr. Kendi is joined by ESPN contributor Scoop Jackson, sports editor Dave Zirin, and University of Oklahoma professor Dr. Cynthia Frisby to discuss how a lack of diversity in newsrooms can impact how stories are told.

sept. 20, 2023

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E05Out of Focus - What is the Impact of Racist Ideas in Sports Media?sept. 20, 2023
S01E04America’s Pastime - Why is Latin American Culture Important to Baseball?sept. 20, 2023
S01E03The Impossible Measure - What is the Cost of Race Norming?sept. 20, 2023
S01E02The Invisible Struggle - Are Black Women Athletes Carrying the Weight of the World?sept. 20, 2023
S01E01Power to the Players - How Do Athletes Play a Role in Social Change?sept. 20, 2023
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Ibram X. Kendi

Ibram X. Kendi

plays himself
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Dr. Ibram X. Kendi

Dr. Ibram X. Kendi

played by Ibram X. Kendi
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