Ep. 211: Why We Love to Hate Refs

In this episode Shireen Ahmed, Amira Rose Davis and Jessica Luther start the show with a discussion of the Cleveland Guardians. Then, sparked by Game 4 of the NBA playoffs between the Bucks and the Suns, they discuss all things refereeing: Is it getting worse? Do we ever notice good refereeing? Why is yelling at refs so fun? How is tech impacting reffing? Are there any alternative models to traditional refereeing? A continued discussion on various leagues' attempted solutions to inconsistent and poor reffing is available on our Patreon. (www.patreon.com/burnitalldown) Next is a preview of Jessica's interview with journalist Mirin Fader on her new book, Giannis: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP. Then they torch all the bad in sports this week on The Burn Pile. Following the flames, they celebrate those shining light including literal Torchbearer Naomi Osaka. The wrap up the show with what's good in their lives and what they are watching in sports this week. This episode was produced by Tressa Versteeg. Shelby Weldon is our social media and website specialist. Burn It All Down is part of the Blue Wire podcast network. For show notes, transcripts, and more info about BIAD, check out our website: www.burnitalldownpod.com To help support the Burn It All Down podcast, please consider becoming a patron: www.patreon.com/burnitalldown For BIAD merchandise: https://www.bonfire.com/store/burn-it-all-down/ Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/BurnItDownPod; Facebook: www.facebook.com/BurnItAllDownPod/; and Instagram: www.instagram.com/burnitalldownpod/ Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Are you like us? Are you ready to watch Simone Biles, Katie Ledecky, Sue Bird, and Allyson Felix bring home gold? The 2020 Tokyo Olympics are underway and NBC is ready to showcase the women who are winning gold and inspiring generations. Check out the On Her Turf @ The Olympics daily podcast throughout the Olympic games to hear hosts Lindsay Czarniak, MJ Acosta-Ruiz, and Olympian Lolo Jones bring you the action that's leading headlines and winning golds.  Follow On Her Turf on Twitter and Instagram and listen to On Her Turf @ The Olympics on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices