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In this episode of Culture Calculus, we talk to Michael Harriot, Senior Writer at TheRoot.com and Author of the upcoming book Black AF History. He shares his thoughts on the nuanced relationship between Black Athletes and American society, why star-studded Athletes should think about attending HBCUs, and the controversy behind the Braves Tomahawk chant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 In this week's episode of Culture Calculus, we talk to Hall of Fame Baseball Writer Claire Smith. We discuss her legendary career, her friendship with Dusty Baker, as well as how she views the importance of developing the next generation of young journalists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the latest episode of Culture Calculus, we talk with National NHL and Seattle Kraken reporter for The Athletic, Ryan S. Clark. He shares his thoughts on covering an expansion team, why the NHL wanted a team in Seattle, and his expectations for the first-year franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the latest episode of Culture Calculus, we talk with Marcus Thompson of The Athletic about his new book Dynasties: The 10 G.O.A.T. Teams That Changed the NBA Forever. We also discuss the impact of NBA stars who have been forgotten by the mainstream, and Marcus shares his outlook for the new NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode of Culture Calculus, we speak with Dave Zirin, The Nation's sports editor and the author of the new book The Kaepernick Effect: Taking a Knee, Changing the World. Kavitha and Jason talk to Dave about his new book and how Kaepernick has inspired a generation of young activists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Culture Calculus, we talk to Chad Jones, co-owner and creative force behind sneaker marketplace Another Lane. Discussion will focus on his love for sneakers, the complexities of running a business with your spouse and why integrity still matters in the sneaker industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of Cultural Calculus our hosts Kavitha Davidson & Jason Jones give us their takes on one of the more memorable sports weeks we've ever seen. We discuss the legacy of Simone Biles, why it's not the end of the world that the US Women's Soccer team won't win gold in Tokyo and why we will never forget Jalen Green's Draft suit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Culture Calculus, we talk to Joe Vardon of The Athletic, currently in Tokyo covering Team USA Basketball and Baseball teams. The discussion features topics such as who can beat the USA Men's Basketball team, Luka's 48 point masterpiece, what expectations surround a unique USA baseball roster, and how Joe has fared being in Tokyo under stringent COVID guidelines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're joined by Three-time Olympic Goal Medalist Gail Devers on this week's episode of Culture Calculus. We discuss her ongoing battle with Graves' disease, her journey to becoming a world champion, and her hope for the future of USA track and field.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the latest episode of Culture Calculus, we talk with Content Creator Josiah Johnson about NBA Twitter popularity, what it's like being shouted out by Lebron, and the new creative projects he is currently working on. Artifact Foo Fighter: https://youtu.be/H_ns8Mg-Dvk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the latest episode of Culture Calculus, Kavitha Davidson and Jason Jones talk about their most memorable moments in sports and culture thus far this year. In this Mid-Year review episode, the duo discusses topics such as the January 6th Insurrection, NBA young stars achieving mainstream successes, Sha'carri Richardson and the US Olympic Teams, and Tom Brady winning his 7th Super Bowl.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of Culture Calculus we speak with former NFL player and LGBTQ+ activist Wade Davis and Senior NFL Writer for The Athletic, Lindsay Jones. We discuss about the historic news of Carl Nassib of the Las Vegas Raiders becoming the first active NFL player to come out as openly gay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices