Darrell 'Bubba' Wallace Jr. On Going Back To The Daytona 500
NPR's Scott Simon talks to NASCAR driver Darrell "Bubba" Wallace. Wallace returns to Daytona International Speedway for his second Daytona 500 this weekend.
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Making Money As A Rent-A-Goalie
Keith Hamilton of Toronto talks about what it's like to be a rent-a-goalie for amateur ice hockey teams.
Colin Kaepernick Reaches Agreement With NFL
Former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick says he 'resolved' his grievances with the NFL. In 2016, he became the face of a protest movement in the NFL against racial injustice and police brutality.
Colin Kaepernick Reaches Deal With The NFL To Settle Collusion Allegations
An attorney for the former San Francisco 49ers quarterback tweeted that after discussions, the "parties have decided to resolve their pending grievances." The terms are not public.
The 'Strange Science' Behind The Big Business Of Exercise Recovery
Does exercise recovery work? Science writer Christie Aschwanden examines the physiology and effectiveness of sports drinks, protein powders and other products and services in her new book, Good to Go.
Lindsey Vonn Retires As The Winningest Female Skier In History
"I have always pushed the limits of ski racing and it has allowed me to have amazing success but also dramatic crashes," Vonn said, summarizing a storied career.
Saturday Sports: NBA Trades, Baseball's Free Agents
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Howard Bryant of ESPN about the stark differences between Major League Baseball and the NBA when it comes to free agents.
In Northern Minnesota, 'Snow Farmers' Make Sure A Ski-Racing Tradition Endures
For the past few years, there hasn't been enough natural snow in Mora, Minn. to carpet the forests for a famed cross-country ski race. Local farmers now volunteer to make snow for the trails.
Remembering Baseball Hall Of Famer Frank Robinson
Robinson, who died Thursday, was the first player to win both the American and National League MVP awards. He later became the first black manager of a major league team. Originally broadcast in 1988.
Remembering Frank Robinson
Frank Robinson, celebrated Hall of Fame baseball player and the first African-American MLB manager, died Thursday at the age of 83.