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Robert Silverman is a freelance journalist living in New York. His work has appeared in The New York Times, ESPN, HuffPost, VICE Sports, Deadspin, The Outline and more.

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These Knicks Prove How Immaculate Vibes Can Win

LFGK

They’re not yet championship caliber, and they’re still owned by an arch-villain, but the so-called “Nova Knicks” are the feel-good story of the 2024 playoffs.

Robert Silverman | Published May 03, 2024

Aaron Rodgers Dabbles in the ‘QAnon of Architecture’

‘COVER-UP OF GIANTS’

There’s a bonkers theory that many famous buildings were actually built by an ultra-advanced civilization that we’ve covered up. Rodgers is all ears.

Robert Silverman | Published Mar 08, 2024
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How Barstool Built an Empire by Swiping Sports Highlights

RED-HANDED

A Daily Beast investigation found more than 40 content-swiping Twitter accounts apparently controlled by Barstool—a key to the growth of its massive media empire.

Robert Silverman | Published Sep 11, 2023
opinion

The PGA Tour Shamelessly Sells Out for Saudi Blood Money

‘ENDLESS PIT OF MONEY’

Turns out the PGA Tour, which previously acted repulsed by the Saudi regime’s sportswashing efforts, has a price tag after all.

Robert Silverman | Published Jun 06, 2023
opinion

Why Phil Jackson’s Anti-BLM Screed Is No Surprise

ZEN MASTERED

The coaching legend claimed he no longer watches hoops because it got too damn political. Don’t be shocked by the Zen Master’s turn towards reactionary politics.

Robert Silverman | Published Apr 23, 2023

Kanye Storms Out After Podcaster Lightly Defends Jews

CAN’T TELL ME NOTHING

Ye and his entourage of far-right trolls bailed on a mostly friendly chat with Tim Pool when his antisemitic rants were given the mildest of pushback.

Robert Silverman | Published Nov 28, 2022

Tim Pool Hates Mainstream Media—but His Site Stole From Them

‘REAL JOURNALISM’

The wildly popular right-wing YouTuber has repeatedly declared he hates the media “because they lie all the time.” So then why did his own website plagiarize from those outlets?

Robert Silverman | Published Aug 29, 2022
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Canadian Comedian Flew to Europe to ‘Enlist’ Against Russia

‘THIS ISN’T A JOKE’

Walker has made a name for himself mocking the right. Now, he’s traveling to Ukraine to take up arms against Russia, hoping to stave off World War III.

Robert Silverman | Published Feb 28, 2022

How P.K. Subban Is Dragging Hockey Into the 21st Century

‘WE’RE BETTER THAN THIS’

The Black NHL star has been fighting for change, combatting racism, and building bridges in North America’s whitest sport

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This Rams Legend Is Hellbent on Tackling the NFL’s Racism

ALL-OUT BLITZ

The Hall of Fame running back loves football so much, he is willing to go toe-to-toe with anyone to rectify the racism and health issues the league has wrought.

AD BY The CW | Published Feb 15, 2022

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