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Brian Poole of the Atlanta Falcons talked to the media this past week, but wasn't too revealing about game plans.

Reporter's Notebook: Behind The Scenes Before The Super Bowl

11:13am February 05, 2017

by Tom Goldman

NPR's Tom Goldman was in Houston leading up to the Super Bowl. He talked to a player who isn't normally in the spotlight, noted a lack of information, and talked to a mother pushing for sports safety.

The Politics Of The Super Bowl

8:11am February 05, 2017

NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to longtime NFL insider Amy Trask, former Oakland Raiders CEO, about all the politics swirling around the Super Bowl, and what she thinks of this year's matchup.

Matt Ryan of the Atlanta Falcons — depicted here with one finger raised in the NFC Championship Game — helpfully illustrates an important number: the total Super Bowls the Falcons organization will have won, if they win Sunday.

Sports

Super Bowl LI, By The Numbers ... And One Notable Numeral

7:23am February 05, 2017

by Colin Dwyer

In case you're feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the hubbub swirling about the big game, here are a few nice, clean numbers to hang onto. And that includes a reunion with Roman numerals.

In today's hyper-fast media climate, who has time to wait for the Super Bowl to actually see the commercials?

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Arts

Super Bowl Ads 2017: What Works, What Doesn't And What Gets Political

8:37pm February 04, 2017

by Eric Deggans

While a significant portion of the Super Bowl watching audience are around for the ads, it's not just the TV-watching audience to which those ads are geared. Here's a few notable ads to watch Sunday.

Barbershop: When Sports Meet Politics

6:00pm February 04, 2017

Washington Post sports columnist Kevin Blackistone, conservative commentator Lenny McAllister and ESPN magazine writer Pablo Torre discuss whether sports and politics can be separated.

Saturday Sports: What To Watch For During The Super Bowl

7:57am February 04, 2017

by Tom Goldman

The New England Patriots face the Atlanta Falcons Sunday in Houston. We discuss what to expect from the two teams based on their record so far this season.

Political Divisions Could Put Damper On Super Bowl Merriment

4:37pm February 03, 2017

by Tom Goldman

Atlanta and New England face off in this Sunday's Super Bowl in Houston. The big game offers a massive party in the host city. But the current political divide could ruin the fun leading up to game day.

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Human Interest

Making The Triad One Building At A Time: Doug Stimmel

12:04pm February 02, 2017

by Jeremiah Rabon

Landscaper and Civil Engineer Doug Stimmel discusses his work around the Triad area with Radio Camper Jeremiah Rabon.

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USA Football says it will be testing a new version of the game in select youth programs this fall that could become an alternative to tackle football and flag football.

Big Rule Changes Could Make Youth Football Games A Whole Lot Smaller

2:04pm February 01, 2017

by Colin Dwyer

A modified version of the sport, billed as a bridge between tackle and flag football, will be piloted with select youth football programs this fall. It features fewer players and a shorter field.

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What To Expect On Super Bowl Sunday

8:21am February 01, 2017

by Tom Goldman

The Atlanta Falcons are vying for their first Super Bowl win, while the New England Patriots are after a fifth win with quarterback Tom Brady. We look at how the two teams match up.

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