Steve interviews L. Jon Wertheim (00:08:59) from Sports Illustrated and 60 Minutes to talk about his new book, Glory Days. First, Steve and Jon catch up talking about the reaction to the column that Jon wrote about The Sports-Casters. Next, Jon talks about writing Glory Days, the Karate Kid, Cyndi Lauper, Vince McMahon and more from the summer of 1984. Finally, Jon tries to explain the controversy at the French Open surrounding Naomi Osaka.
Also, Brett Martin (01:01:24) joins us for the first time since 2017. Brett explains why it has been so long since he has appeared on the podcast. Brett also talks about The Sopranos, watching television and food.
Steve starts the show with a very special guest. The book club has books by Pete Croatto. The show ends with a selection out of Frank Deford's NPR book about the difference between golf and tennis players.
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