Death at the Wing

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From Adam McKay, this is the story of how basketball reflected a moment when Reagan's America doubled down on some of its core values: selfishness, violence, and racism — and the players who paid the price. Death at the Wing is part of The Binge - subscribe to listen to all episodes, all at once, ad-free right now. From serial killer nurses to psychic scammers – The Binge is your home for true crime stories that pull you in and never let go. Follow The Binge Crimes and The Binge Cases wherever you get your podcasts to get new stories on the firs...

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Death at the Wing

Episodes (2)

Mar 31, 2021 1. The Invisible Revolution
Mar 17, 2021 Introducing... Death at the Wing, from Adam McKay

Death at the Wing

Mar 31, 2021
37½ minutes
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In the late 70s, basketball was changing rapidly, as was the country. The ABA, a start-up basketball league showcased a faster style of play that captivates fans and introduced a 3-point line to professional basketball. But it was struggling financially. The NBA was just the opposite — gaining a foothold but lacking that “cool” factor. After a merger, and the rise of satellite TV, everything came together — Dr. J, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird’s highlights reached fans across the country. Cable and satellite TV would showcase a revolution in the rest of America as well — and no politician was better equip...

Death at the Wing

1. The Invisible Revolution

Hyperobject Industries / Sony Music Entertainment

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