73 episodes

Original audio documentaries from the makers of the acclaimed 30 for 30 film series, featuring stories from the world of sports and beyond. 30 for 30 offers captivating storytelling for sports fans and general interest listeners alike, going beyond the field to explore how sports, competition, athleticism and adventure affect our lives and our world. Sports stories like you've never heard before.

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    • 4.3 • 9.4K Ratings

Original audio documentaries from the makers of the acclaimed 30 for 30 film series, featuring stories from the world of sports and beyond. 30 for 30 offers captivating storytelling for sports fans and general interest listeners alike, going beyond the field to explore how sports, competition, athleticism and adventure affect our lives and our world. Sports stories like you've never heard before.

    The Sterling Affairs: Let’s Talk Clipped (E1 and E2)

    The Sterling Affairs: Let’s Talk Clipped (E1 and E2)

    Welcome to Let’s Talk Clipped, a companion podcast for FX’s Clipped, a Hulu sports drama based on the 30 for 30 Podcasts series, The Sterling Affairs. 
    Each week, Ramona Shelburne, host and reporter of The Sterling Affairs and executive producer of Clipped, sits down with cast and writers from the show to talk about the latest episode. 
    In this episode, Ramona chats with show runner, writer, and executive producer Gina Welch and writer and producer Rembert Browne about the first two episodes of Clipped.
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    • 37 min
    THE STERLING AFFAIRS Bonus: 10 Years Later

    THE STERLING AFFAIRS Bonus: 10 Years Later

    It’s been ten years since Donald Sterling was banned for life from the NBA. In this very special bonus episode, we check in with our Sterling Affairs’ mainstays: Shelly, V., and of course, the Los Angeles Clippers. A whole lot has changed for the allegedly cursed team in the past decade, from a new owner to a new arena. But can they actually take home a title? 
    Guests: Marc Spears, Zach Lowe, Steve Mason, John Ireland
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    • 29 min
    THE STERLING AFFAIRS Part 5: Not Fit (2019)

    THE STERLING AFFAIRS Part 5: Not Fit (2019)

    The Donald Sterling story comes to an end where it all started — with a showdown in court. This time, though, it’s Donald vs. Shelly. 
    This series was originally aired in 2019. We’re re-releasing it in anticipation of the FX and Hulu series, Clipped, a six-part sports drama based on The Sterling Affairs.
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    • 51 min
    THE STERLING AFFAIRS Part 4: Fallout (2019)

    THE STERLING AFFAIRS Part 4: Fallout (2019)

    When the explosive tape of Donald Sterling broke, it came at a moment when power in the NBA was changing. Players, owners, and a new commissioner were faced with a major test that would re-shape the league. 

    This series was originally aired in 2019. We’re re-releasing it in anticipation of the FX and Hulu series, Clipped, a six-part sports drama based on The Sterling Affairs.
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    • 43 min
    THE STERLING AFFAIRS Part 3: Property (2019)

    THE STERLING AFFAIRS Part 3: Property (2019)

    Donald and Shelly Sterling escaped poverty, reinvented themselves, and became the biggest residential landlords in LA. But in housing and basketball, they never had to face the consequences of their actions. 
    This series was originally aired in 2019. We’re re-releasing it in anticipation of the FX and Hulu series, Clipped, a six-part sports drama based on The Sterling Affairs.
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    • 52 min
    THE STERLING AFFAIRS Part 2: The Opposite of Showtime (2019)

    THE STERLING AFFAIRS Part 2: The Opposite of Showtime (2019)

    Throughout the 80s and 90s, the Clippers were horrible and Donald Sterling was known as the worst owner in sports. But Donald Sterling wasn't the joke we all thought he was. 
    This series was originally aired in 2019. We’re re-releasing it in anticipation of the FX and Hulu series, Clipped, a six-part sports drama based on The Sterling Affairs.
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    • 50 min

Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5
9.4K Ratings

9.4K Ratings

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The Greatest Baseball Player You’ve Never Heard Of….

If you’re looking for a podcast that will take you on a journey through hidden American sports history, extraordinary talent, and personal stories, then look no further than Reclaimed: The Forgotten League. The podcast is hosted by Vanessa Ivy Rose, who has an energetic voice and a genuine and empathetic approach to storytelling. She also happens to be the granddaughter of Negro Leagues star Turkey Stearnes.

The podcast covers a range of topics, including the segregation and integration of professional baseball and its impact in Black players. It also highlights the equity gaps that still exist today in MLB and the opportunity that remains to rewrite history.

In episode 5 titled “The Hall” the podcast explores how baseball institutions still fail to recognize the Negro Leaguers, and notes the fact that leadership needed to change in the past for change to happen in the future. The episode is both informative and emotional, and it’s a great example of the kind of storytelling that Reclaimed is known for.

Overall, if you’re looking for a podcast that invites you think deeply about the history around you, learn about the overlooked greats of America’s favorite pastime, and touch on personal family stories, then Reclaimed: The Forgotten League is definitely worth the listen!

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Once great content…..

Your once great brand / stories is no longer. Please do better.

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30 for 30 podcasts

30 for 30 podcasts are all about race in sports. It’s not about the love of the game that millions of us have, but it has to be about the divide. Truly sad and no longer worth listening to.

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