Jack and Sean talk about the cancel culture following a recently drafted MLB player, the Miami Marlins and their social media faux pas stemming from the injury to Ronald Acuna, Jr., and the antics between the Yankees and Astros.  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

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It's Getting Cold In Here

Jack and Sean examine songs such as "We Will Rock You" by Queen and ask how they compare to the cancel culture in terms of sportsmanship.  Why do we tacitly accept songs such as these when they could easily be examined and exposed as demeaning and not in line with our values?  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

The 88-Minute Nap

Jack and Sean examine MLB's attempt to eliminate illegal foreign substances used by pitchers, noting that the current narrative does not consider the conversations had less than ten years ago on the same subject.  Should pitchers be allowed to use these substances?  You'll be surprised at the suggested answers!  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

Now That's What I Call A Sticky Situation

Jack and Sean examine the unwritten rules in baseball surrounding the conflict stemming from Yermin Mercedes and Tony LaRussa.  What do these rules mean, and why do we police them?  Are they outdated, or do they serve a purpose?  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

We Had A Deal!

In this episode, Jack and Sean examine a Twitter feud that started following a media member's interpretation of an unsportsmanlike event.  It covers many different angles regarding sportsmanship and the media.  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

Thanks For Your Opinion

In this episode, Jack and Sean examine the issues facing transgender athletes in competition.  They discuss setting records, equal and fair competition, and ways to look for the proper compromise that will allow transgender athletes every fair opportunity to partake in sports and competition.  It's a brilliant discussion!  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

Sportsmanship and Transgender Athletes

In this exceptional episode, Jack and Sean are joined by friend of the show Sean Gough AND former NBA referee Steve Javie!  The guys talk about the tricks of the trade in the NBA, sportsmanship in such a subjective role of officiating basketball, and how Javie's religious orders help him reflect and move forward with the same desire to treat others with respect.  It's an episode you will love!  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

The MASCOT??

Jack and Sean examine a case in Arlington, Tennessee, where the actions of a fan cause a girls' high school basketball team to be removed from the postseason tournament.  Should a team of minors be punished due to the actions of one individual not on the team?  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

Are Fans Part of the Team?

Jack takes a look at the infamous episode at Fenway Park on Patriots Day regarding the throwing of a slice of pizza, wondering why such an event is being celebrated.  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

Get Your Pizza Here!

In this episode, Jack and Sean examine the relationship between sportsmanship and Gina Carano's exit from employment with Disney.  The debate is a fantastic examination of the dangers of the cancel culture and the ability we have to be ambivalent.  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

Sportsmanship and Gina Carano

Jack and Sean tackle a number of random topics, including a soccer player who helped an opponent escape a yellow card, an umpire who wrote a book for children, and the media's hypocrisy regarding behavior on vs. behavior off the field.  It's a nice way to kick those winter doldrums!  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

Questions Only!

Jack an Sean are joined by Dr. Jamie Madigan to discuss topics from his book "Getting Gamers."  The guys look at what causes people to behave poorly in online games, why gamers cheat, and why gamers keep score and continually compete.  Lessons from this discussion could be applied to many different areas of life!  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

Sportsmanship and Video Games

Jack and Sean are joined by friend-of-the-show Phil Vasta to examine sportsmanship in terms of the Star Wars universe.  Inspired by the success of "The Mandalorian," the guys discuss why two seasons of an episodic show far surpassed five major motion pictures, how the prequel trilogy and sequel trilogy fell short in comparison to the original trilogy, and other similar topics, all with the intent of showing that consideration and empathy for others may be the key to success.  Just because it works in sports doesn't mean it won't work with in the arts.  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

Sportsmanship In A Galaxy Far, Far Away....

Happy New Year!  Jack and Sean are joined by Gil Imber of Close Call Sports to discuss the recent violent attacks on sports officials and its connection to the general society.  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

I Don't Do Quarter Rests

Jack and Sean go international!  The guys chat with Nathan Sheratt, Managing Director of The Third Team, a group in England that provides mental skills and resilience training for sports officials as well as other types of groups like schools and businesses.  Nathan's story is enticing, beginning with bouts of anxiety and coming to fruition with a philanthropic group that makes a big difference in another time zone!  Keep the conversation going!  Visit www.osipfoundation.org.  Email podcast@osipfoundation.org.  Comment at www.facebook.com/osipfoundation.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram @osipfoundation #howyouplaythegame.

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