Starkville Welcomes Joe Maddon

Starkville is a place open to all, that's why it's important to have an open dialogue. Doug provides his perspective on last weekend's events and the perturbing scenes that have spilled into this week. He cites moments from his life where he was discriminated against, and how educating his children and those around him can, and have, lead to change. Doug also explains why he views sports, namely baseball, as an agent of unification and healing. Los Angeles Angeles manager Joe Maddon then joins the program, and broaches what meaning baseball holds during these trying times. Maddon answers where his players stand on participating this year amid health concerns. He also shares how he aims to motivate his players, and his approach to this year as a medically at-risk individual as well as maneuvering a radically changing baseball terrain and his secret to remaining optimistic. Plus, a special guest joins the program to explain why Jayson made a grave error drafting Doug to his All-Phillies team!

Starkville with Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville · The Athletic