Archive - Calling Balls & Strikes w/ Anthony L. Fisher

The Fictitious Conspiracy Against Russell Brand Would Be the Dumbest Conspiracy of All Time

There’s still no evidence—or plausible reason—that powerful forces coordinated a takedown of Brand because of his anti-establishment takes.

Sep 22, 2023 •

Anthony L. Fisher

August 2023

The Ideal Number of Racists in Your Political Movement Should Be Zero

The right and center-right just won’t admit they’ve got a problem, even though they keep elevating bigots to positions of prominence and influence.

Aug 12, 2023 •

Anthony L. Fisher

May 2023

Watch ”Confess, Fletch” and Help Save the Disappearing Non-Blockbuster Movie

Jon Hamm resurrected the comedy/mystery franchise (and did a great job of it!) but almost no one knows about the film.

May 22, 2023 •

Anthony L. Fisher

March 2023

February 2023

October 2022

Barry Bonds Is the Home Run King, and Aaron Judge Is Pretty Cool, Too

73 home runs is the record, no asterisks necessary. But there's more than one way to fetishize baseball statistics.

Oct 2, 2022 •

Anthony L. Fisher

August 2022

Bill Russell Couldn’t Keep His Politics Out of Your Sports

The late NBA superstar didn't care if his civil rights activism made his fans uncomfortable, which is why he's a hero today.

Aug 2, 2022 •

Anthony L. Fisher

June 2022

What If Nixon Got Away With It?

Or: The Dull Whataboutism of Jan. 6 Minimizers

Jun 26, 2022 •

Anthony L. Fisher

May 2022

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