Frank Deford
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In Europe's High Season For Sports, Soccer Rules
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
The Olympics calls itself a "movement," but to most fans, Euro Cup soccer is a rock concert. In the coming months, Europe will host the French Open, Wimbledon, the Tour de France, the British Open and the Olympics. But the biggest draw may be soccer's quadrennial Euro Cup.
NBA And NHL Playoffs: Does Anyone Really Care?
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
The NBA and NHL seasons are coming to a close, but as commentator Frank Deford points out, you couldn't be faulted for overlooking them.
The NBA Is Bullish On Christmas, By Necessity
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
In 2010, Phil Jackson, then the coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, complained about the NBA's scheduling of games on Christmas Day. It seemed, he said, that "Christian holidays don't mean anything" any longer. With its season shortened, the NBA can't afford to skip the holiday this year.
The Entitled
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Frank Deford is a renowned sportswriter, screenwriter, National Public Radio commentator, television personality, and novelist. He joins us to discuss his most recent novel, The Entitled. It’s a story about today’s entitled baseball superstars told from the viewpoint of a candid, journeyman manager.
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Tony Blair's Legacy
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Alastair Campbell served as press secretary, official spokesman, and confidant to former Prime Minister Tony Blair. He joins us to reveal the inner workings of 10 Downing Street during Blair's rule. Then, a sportswriter recounts his year on the road with an iconic Negro Leagues baseball player and manager, sportswriter ...
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