Episode 22: Noah Cohan and We Average Unbeautiful Watchers

Noah Cohan is a Lecturer of American Culture at Washington University in St. Louis. His book, published earlier this year, entitled We Average Unbeautiful Watchers, is a critical unpacking of sports fandom in relation to larger societal issues. Noah engages this subject as a fan himself and rethinks ways that fans and spectators can have a healthier, more productive relationship with both sports and players.  A couple of the books that Noah mentions on the podcast and references in his book directly that I can also recommend: The Heritage by Howard Bryant Hoop Roots by John Edgar Wideman Best Seat in the House by Spike Lee If you are a person who cares about sports and their evolvement, We Average Unbeautiful Watchers is an alternative perspective that highlights our social responsibility as spectators. I definitely recommend picking up a copy of the book at the local bookstore of your choice!  This episode was recorded in Tucson, AZ  and edited and produced by Eliseo Casiano.