Well, they're better than sports radio guys. But today, yet another one complains about listeners who tell them to stick to sports, and not mention politics or the cultural issues of the day. These things are important and deserve to be talked about.
Yes, they are important. Important enough that I don't go to sportswriters to become informed about them. Besides, we already know what their opinion is on anything: they are very good at picking up what is coolest in the culture of those who make their living in sports and media. It is automatic, reflexive, and unthinking. They are masters of the "Well, all the intelligent people believe this, and that of course includes you and me, Jocko. No need to actually give a reason."
No, it's not just ESPN.
The only ESPN shows that I watch are the Formula One races, and those are done by SKY News TV. Brits. ESPN ONLY carries the broadcast.
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