Two Writers Slinging Yang
Jeff Pearlman's weekly in-depth, no-holds-barred conversation with a writer on writing. Available here and on iTunes
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- Sep 8, 2026
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Young MC: Hip-hop artist, writer. (opens the original)
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On the evolution of hip-hop and hip-hop writing. On whether "Bust A Move" is his best song. On the pacing and oomph of a quality musical piece. On whether he'd perform with NBA YoungBoy and JPEGMAFIA.
Casey Pearlman: History Class Substack scribe and Sad Cloud Zine creator (opens the original)
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On why a child of writers loves writing. On her obsession with "We Are The World" and Ronald Reagan. On the magic and staying power of the zine. On whether the future is bright or awful.
Paul Domowitch: Former Philly Daily News and Inquirer football writer, author of new Sam Mills biography (opens the original)
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On what went into reporting and writing, "Just Give Me a Chance to Fail: The Life of NFL Hall of Fame Linebacker Sam Mills." On the golden days of bad Texas Rangers baseball. On how one would cover the Philadelphia Eagles when players were accessible.
Travis Hines: Iowa State sports columnist, Des Moines Register (opens the original)
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On the perils and highs of modern college sports. On life with the Iowa State sports landscape. On coming up with fresh ideas and new material. On getting to know athletes.
Tim Brown: Author, "Nolan: The Singular Life of an American Original" (opens the original)
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On writing a biography of a reluctant and reclusive legend. On where Nolan Ryan ranks on the all-time lists. On having a subject agree to speak at the last minute. On the love-hate of the biography pursuit.
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