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Dave Zirin, Press Action's 2005 and 2006 Sportswriter of the Year, has been called by Robert Lipsyte “the best young sportswriter in the United States." He writes about sports for the Nation Magazine, their first sports writer in 150 years of existence. He is also the host of XM satellite’s popular weekly show, Edge of Sports Radio, and his weekly column is featured on his website at www.edgeofsports.com.

Zirin is, in addition, a columnist for SLAM Magazine, the Progressive, sportsillustrated.com, and a regular op-ed writer for the Los Angeles Times.

Zirin’s new book is "A People's History of Sports in the United States," part of Howard Zinn's People's History series for the New Press. As former Yankee and Ball Four author Jim Bouton said of this work, "Finally, the long-awaited prequel to all the sports books you've ever read. Put this first in the line of sports books on your shelf. It will help make sense of all the others

He is also the author of "Welcome to the Terrordome: The Pain, Politics, and Promise of Sports" (with a foreword by the immortal Chuck D.). Sports Illustrated wrote that Terrordome is "a provocative, sometimes chilling, look at sports and society right now."

His first book "What's My Name, Fool?" Sports and Resistance in the United States" (Haymarket Books) has entered its second printing and is available in stores and at haymarketbooks.org.

Zirin has brought his blend of sports and politics to multiple television programs including ESPN's Outside the Lines, ESPN Classic, the BBC's Extratime, CNBC's The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch, C-SPAN's BookTV, and Democracy Now with Amy Goodman.

He has also been on numerous national radio programs including National Public Radio's Talk of the Nation and All Things Considered; Air America’s On the Real' with Chuck D and Gia'na Garel; The Laura Flanders Show; Radio Nation with Marc Cooper; ESPN radio; Stars and Stripes Radio; WOL's The Joe Madison Show; Pacifica's Hard Knock Radio, and many others.

He is also the Thursday morning sports voice on WBAI's award winning "Wake Up Call."

Zirin has debated FOX Sports president Ed Goren on college football’s Bowl Championship Series for National Public Radio, Bridgestone Firestone President Dan Adomitis in the pages of the LA Times on whether his company should be the “official tire of the Super Bowl” while in court for using child labor in Liberia, and the issue of steroids in sports with Jose Canseco and John Rocker.

In addition he just signed to do a book with Scribner (Simon & Schuster.)

Zirin is the author of a children's book called "My Name is Erica Montoya de la Cruz" (RC Owen).

His writing has also appeared in New York Newsday, the Baltimore Sun, The Dallas/Ft. Worth Star-Telegram, the Houston Chronicle, the San Francisco Chronicle, CBSNEWS.com, The Pittsburgh Courier, The Source, and numerous other publications.

Dave's Recent Articles

PHILADELPHIA - AUGUST 15: Michael Vick #7 prepares to throw a pass in a workout at the NovaCare Complex on August 15, 2009 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Len Redkoles/Getty Images)

Donovan McNabb, Eagles Give Vick Second Chance—Will Philly Fans?

Published 2 months ago
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DENVER - MAY 25: Carmelo Anthony #15 of the Denver Nuggets is guarded by Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers in Game Four of the Western Conference Finals during the 2009 NBA Playoffs at Pepsi Center on May 25, 2009 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Life Imitates Sports: Kobe/Cheney Vs. Melo/Obama

Published 5 months ago
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NEW ORLEANS - DECEMBER 07: Head coach Mike Smith of the Atlanta Falcons looks on against the New Orleans Saints on December 7, 2008 at the Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the Falcons 29-25. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Not So Easy: The Super Bowl Returns to New Orleans

Published 5 months ago
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LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 30: Manny Ramirez #99 of the Los Angeles Dodgers hits a homerun for a 4-3 lead against the San Diego Padres during the third inning at Dodger Stadium on April 30, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Home Runs and Hypocrisy: The Shaming of Manny Ramirez

Published 5 months ago
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by thomas
2 months ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/239896-brady-favre-and-vick-a-tale-of-three-cities
by John
2 months ago

Hey Dave, if you have a chance check this out: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/234201-2010-a-lebron-james-odyssey

Thanks
by T.W.
5 months ago

check out my latest article,The NBA is really getting soft and its a shame

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/176788-the-nba-is-becoming-soft-the-thing-i-fear-the-most

let me know what you think thanks
by Heartbeat of the Bronx
5 months ago

Hey Dave,

Ryan Zimmerman’s hit streak halted at 30 games last night. As one streak ends, another is admired. Read about how Joe DiMaggio forever redefined ’56,’ and how his feat may never be broken. It is a record that thankfully cannot be broken through steroid use, and represents all that was once right in a game that has since gone so wrong.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/175186-one-streak-ends-another-is-admired-how-joe-dimaggio-redefined-56

Thanks in advance!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)
by Jersey Al
6 months ago

Have you read about the Brett Favre computer virus?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/171178-warning-brett-favre-virus-sweeping-across-the-internet
by Matthew
6 months ago

Hey,

I think that its time for Joe Girardi to get his walking papers. I think the Yanks are better off with a new skipper. What do you think. Take a look at my latest article and comment on if you think Girardi should stay. Thanks in advance

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/168297-is-it-time-for-girardi-to-be-fired

- Matthew Falkenbury
by Heartbeat of the Bronx
6 months ago

Hey Dave,

Lou Gehrig has somehow been forgotten amongst the game’s immortals, even though he was possibly even more of a reason for the success of Ruth’s 1927 Yankees. Read about the quiet, forgotten leader of “Murderer’s Row,” Henry Lou Gehrig.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/167924-lou-gehrig-remembering-the-quiet-forgotten-leader-of-murderers-row?just_published=1

Thanks in advance!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)
by Matthew
6 months ago

Hey,

I just wrote an article going over the best Yankee moments to occur against the Red Sox in the old Yankee Stadium before they play their first game of the rivalry in the New Yankee Stadium, I hope you enjoy and Thanks in advance.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/167622-top-five-yankee-moments-vs-red-sox-at-yankee-stadium
by John
6 months ago

My initial NBA Draft Big Board

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/166167-2009-nba-draft-big-board
by Heartbeat of the Bronx
6 months ago

Hey Dave,

John Sterling is one of the most eccentric and passionate play-by-play announcers in all of sports. Here is a gaze into the heart, soul, and lungs of New York Yankees radio. I would love to hear your comments and feedback on a great, yet quirky man.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/166401-john-sterling-a-gaze-into-the-heart-soul-and-lungs-of-yankees-radio

Thanks in advance!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)
by Heartbeat of the Bronx
6 months ago

Hey Dave,

After 86 years in “The House that Ruth Built,” it still felt weird imagining the Yankees in a new building. In my third trip to the new Yankee Stadium, there were events that finally made it begin to feel like home.

I would love to hear your comments and feedback. Thanks in advance!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/160886-yankee-stadium-magic-how-the-unfamiliar-can-begin-to-feel-like-home

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)
by Hao
7 months ago

Hey Dave,

I think the best part of sports is the passion involved, so I wrote an opinionated piece on why I think a perfect athlete is capable of crying, both win or lose. I’d love for you to check it out and let me know what you think. If you’re too busy, no worries.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/145648-take-a-lesson-from-mj-its-ok-to-cry

Thanks, as always, for the support! It’s much appreciated ☺
by Stove
9 months ago

Dave,

It's great that you're posting your writing here, I'm already a huge fan. I really liked the interview with AM, I hope we can look forward to you posting more great stuff here as well.

Steve
by thomas
10 months ago

super bowl matchups no one wants to see. you ll laugh! thanks for checking it out! happy new year thomas [nfl mikee ]moreland. thank dave
by T.W.
11 months ago

I am going to do an article on who the Bleacher report writers think should be the 2008 NFL MVP and Rookies of the year. Send me your picks and reasons why at.

tkrems@live.com

Thanks,

T.W. Krems

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