If you loved
Crime in Sports
James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman · Podcast · 2026
You love Crime in Sports because it masterfully blends investigative curiosity with a sharp, satirical lens on human failure.
Books on the same thread
A People's History of Sports in the United States
Dave Zirin · Book · 2009
Explores: Sports and Politics, Social Justice in Sports, Athlete Activism.
Like Crime in Sports, this book peels back the polished facade of athletics to reveal the messy, often political realities of the figures who define the games we watch.
The Worst of Sports
Jesse Lamovsky, Matt Rosetti, Charlie DeMarco · Book · 2007
Explores: Sports Fails, Controversy, Regret.
If you enjoy the way Crime in Sports highlights the most regrettable athlete blunders, this collection of sports failures will satisfy your appetite for high-stakes incompetence and ironic controversy.
The Business of Sports
Scott Rosner, Kenneth L. Shropshire · Book · 2004
Explores: Sports Industry, Financial Aspects of Sports, Organizational Structure of Sports.
While Crime in Sports focuses on the legal aftermath of athlete behavior, this text provides the necessary context on the organizational structures and legal frameworks that govern these professional worlds.
The Book of Basketball: The NBA According to The Sports Guy
Bill Simmons · Book · 2009
Explores: NBA, Sports Culture, Humor.
This book shares the conversational, opinionated energy of Crime in Sports, offering a deep dive into sports history that values personality and provocative arguments over dry, standard analysis.
Films on the same thread
The Nice Guys
Shane Black · Film · 2016
Explores: Conspiracy, 1970s Los Angeles, Private Investigation.
This film mirrors the dark, comedic tone of Crime in Sports, utilizing a detective-driven narrative to uncover absurd conspiracies within a specific, gritty setting that feels entirely lived-in.
BlacKkKlansman
Spike Lee · Film · 2018
Explores: Racial Injustice, Undercover Operation, Identity.
You appreciate how Crime in Sports uses humor to address serious social transgressions, and this film employs a similar satirical approach to expose systemic injustice through an undercover operation.
The Gentlemen
Guy Ritchie · Film · 2020
Explores: Criminal Underworld, Power Struggle, Blackmail.
This film captures the chaotic, criminal underworld dynamics explored in Crime in Sports, presenting a stylized view of power struggles and bad behavior that remains consistently and darkly entertaining.
The Longest Yard
Peter Segal · Film · 2005
Explores: Underdog Story, Corruption, Second Chances.
This story of a disgraced athlete navigating the prison system echoes the themes of athletic downfall often documented in Crime in Sports, balancing corruption with a comedic, redemptive arc.
Series on the same thread
American Vandal
Dan Perrault · Series · 2017
Shares a thread with Crime in Sports: True Crime Comedy.
This mockumentary treats its trivial subject matter with the same investigative rigor found in Crime in Sports, proving that even the most ridiculous crimes deserve a serious, deadpan investigation.
Only Murders in the Building
Steve Martin · Series · 2021
Explores: True Crime Obsession, New York City, Intergenerational Friendship.
Much like the hosts of Crime in Sports, these characters turn an obsession with true crime into a comedic pursuit, finding humor in the unexpected details of a criminal mystery.
A Man on the Inside
Michael Schur · Series · 2024
Explores: Undercover Investigation, Second Chance, Unlikely Duo.
This series leans into the fish-out-of-water comedy and amateur investigative work that makes Crime in Sports so engaging, proving that an unlikely duo can successfully navigate a criminal world.
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
John Oliver · Series · 2014
Shares a thread with Crime in Sports: Dark Humor.
If the social commentary in Crime in Sports resonates with you, this show provides a similarly biting, satirical look at current events, utilizing humor to expose the absurdity of institutions.
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Common questions
How often does Crime in Sports release new episodes?
Crime in Sports releases a new episode every week. The podcast features hosts James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman, who provide research-based, humorous commentary on athletes who have had significant legal troubles throughout their professional careers.
What is the premise of the Crime in Sports podcast?
Crime in Sports features two comedians who take a humorous look at athletes who have lost big games while also dealing with the law. The show focuses on finding the funny side of true crime stories within the world of professional sports.
Who are the hosts of Crime in Sports?
The Crime in Sports podcast is hosted by James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman. These two comedians conduct the research for each episode to uncover and narrate the legal missteps of various athletes in an unmerciful and hilarious manner.
Is Crime in Sports focused on sports or true crime?
Crime in Sports combines both genres by exploring true crime stories involving athletes. The podcast researches legal issues faced by sports figures and presents the findings through the comedic lens of hosts James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman.