If you loved
Crime in Sports
James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman · Podcast · 2026
You love Crime in Sports because you enjoy watching the chaotic, often disastrous intersection where human ego meets public failure.
Books on the same thread
All My Friends Are Dead
Avery Monsen, Jory John · Book · 2013
Like the dark, irreverent breakdowns in Crime in Sports, this book finds hilarious absurdity in the inevitable, grim reality of life, focusing on the dark humor found in total failure.
A People's History of Sports in the United States
Dave Zirin · Book · 2009
If the investigative side of Crime in Sports appealed to you, this history provides a similarly deep, eye-opening look at the messy, often ignored realities behind major athletic institutions.
Dog Man
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2019
While lighter in tone than Crime in Sports, this series shares that same focus on characters navigating the consequences of bad decisions while trying to find a path toward redemption.
The Worst of Sports
Jesse Lamovsky, Matt Rosetti, Charlie DeMarco · Book · 2007
This book acts as a perfect companion to Crime in Sports, cataloging the same regrettable lapses in judgment and controversial moments that define the most infamous figures in athletics.
Films on the same thread
The Thursday Murder Club
Chris Columbus · Film · 2025
You will appreciate how this film matches the comedic tone of Crime in Sports, centering on a group of unlikely investigators who find humor and justice in complex, messy situations.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die
Adil El Arbi · Film · 2024
Much like the chaotic energy of a Crime in Sports episode, this film follows flawed protagonists caught in a high-stakes struggle where their questionable choices lead to total disaster.
War Dogs
Todd Phillips · Film · 2016
This film captures the same mix of true crime and dark comedy found in Crime in Sports by examining how greed and moral ambiguity drive people to ruinous ends.
22 Jump Street
Phil Lord · Film · 2014
The absurd scenarios and focus on male bonding in this film mirror the comedic rapport between the hosts of Crime in Sports when they dissect ridiculous athlete behavior.
Series on the same thread
The Graham Norton Show
Series · 2007
This show mirrors the conversational, observational humor of Crime in Sports, providing a platform for sharp-witted commentary on the most scandalous and ridiculous news stories of the week.
Reno 911!
Thomas Lennon · Series · 2003
The incompetent law enforcement depicted here perfectly complements the legal absurdity featured in Crime in Sports, highlighting the hilarious failures of those meant to uphold the rules.
Have I Got News for You
Series · 1990
If the biting, irreverent takedowns of public figures in Crime in Sports are your favorite part, this show offers a similar level of sharp, satirical mockery toward authority.
Penn & Teller: Bull!
Eric Small · Series · 2003
Like the investigative segments of Crime in Sports, this series uses comedy to challenge widely held beliefs, debunking myths with the same skepticism that keeps the podcast so engaging.
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Common questions
Is Crime in Sports a weekly podcast?
Yes, Crime in Sports releases a new episode every week. The show features comedians James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman as they conduct research into athletes who have had significant legal troubles.
What is the premise of Crime in Sports?
Crime in Sports focuses on athletes who have lost big games due to their involvement with the law. The hosts, James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman, provide a humorous and researched look at these true crime stories within the world of professional athletics.
Who are the hosts of Crime in Sports?
Crime in Sports is hosted by two comedians, James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman. They combine their comedic style with thorough research to examine the legal downfalls of various athletes in each episode.
Does Crime in Sports cover all types of athletes?
Crime in Sports investigates athletes who have encountered legal issues after losing big games. The show researches specific true crime cases involving sports figures to find the humor in their situations, providing listeners with a weekly analysis of these events.