Dunk and Disorderly: The History, Evolution, and Even Cultural Implications of Basketball's Slam Dunk!

In this episode of Up+Adam, we break down the anatomy of the slam dunk. Adam Montiel chats with bestselling author and award-winning journalist Mike Sielski to talk about his latest book, Magic in the Air: The Myth, the Mystery, and the Soul of the Slam Dunk. It’s more than a sports story - it’s about how the dunk became basketball’s ultimate power move, from being banned by the NCAA in the '60s to becoming the centerpiece of the NBA’s global brand. And here’s the thing - even if basketball isn’t your sport, this conversation hits differently. The slam dunk is one of those moments in sports that transcends the game. Whether you’re a die-hard fan, someone whose kids play everything but basketball, or just someone who appreciates an incredible display of athleticism, you’ll enjoy this one.Get your copy of Magic in the Air here: Magic in the Air on AmazonFollow Mike Sielski on Instagram: @MikeSielski Follow Mike’s work on X: @MikeSielski********CHECK OUT OUR WOODS HUMANE PET OF THE WEEK!*******Get your tickets to SLO COMEDY FESTIVAL HERE!********ADAM’S TEDX VIDEO IS HERE!********For more behind-the-scenes moments and additional content, follow Adam on Instagram at @adamontheair HERE.*********Sincere Thanks to the supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!Window Coverings By DesignWe Help You LegalGeneral Store Paso RoblesDaou VineyardsWoodsHumaneSocietyTin City DistilleryOriginal Music by Dan Curcio and Moonshiner CollectiveMoonshiner on Spotify HEREFollow Adam on InstagramPlease Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast, and learn more at AdamMontiel.com