Episode #1 - Jeff Pearlman (NY Times Best Selling Author, Author of "Showtime")

Jeff Pearlman is a New York Times bestselling author, journalist, and podcaster renowned for his deep dives into the world of sports and its larger-than-life figures. With a career spanning over two decades, he has authored 10 books, including acclaimed titles like The Bad Guys Won (chronicling the 1986 Mets), Boys Will Be Boys (exploring the '90s Dallas Cowboys), Showtime (adapted into the HBO series Winning Time about the Lakers dynasty), and The Last Folk Hero (a definitive biography of Bo Jackson). Known for his meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Pearlman has interviewed thousands of subjects to uncover the human stories behind athletic triumphs and scandals. Beyond books, he hosts the popular podcast Two Writers Slinging Yang, where he engages fellow writers in candid conversations about craft and life. A former Sports Illustrated and Newsday writer, Pearlman’s work blends nostalgia, grit, and humor, cementing his status as one of sports journalism’s most distinctive voices. Raised in Mahopac, NY, he transformed a small-town upbringing into a prolific career that continues to resonate with readers and listeners alike.