Episode 129: Is It Just Me, or do Those Athletes Look Big...

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Our eyes are telling us that athletes look bigger, stronger, and faster than they ever have before, and the empirical data backs that up. On today's podcast, we're looking at the growth of the athletic body and how we can contextualize the modern day elite. We discuss: 1:00 - A few additional thoughts about the conflict between Israel and Hamas and the cultural response. 18:45 - A brief check-in on the NFL season and why all the games seem so unpredictable this year. 25:00 - We've concluded the first season in the MLB with the pitch clock and other rule changes. Did the changes work? 37:15 - THE BIG STORY: Are athletes really more talented than they ever have been, and if so, what's different? How can we compare the current elite to the greats of the past? 1:05:17 - Killers of the Flower Moon review. As always, make sure to share this episode if you enjoyed it, and give us a follow on all your social media platforms!

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This episode was published on November 2, 2023.

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Our eyes are telling us that athletes look bigger, stronger, and faster than they ever have before, and the empirical data backs that up. On today's podcast, we're looking at the growth of the athletic body and how we can contextualize the modern...

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