The HARD SCREEN podcast is back!
In Part 2 of her conversation with author and journalist Amy Littlefield about The W: A History of the WNBA, Spruill explains why she started the Change.org/FreeBG in 2022 after Brittney Griner was detained in Russia, the WNBA’s pattern of inflicting its own injuries, and … John Lewis?
This episode was only made possible by:
- Rozzie Bound Co-Op Bookstore, especially co-owner Stephanie Planchart, for organizing and emceeing the event. Visit them at 739 South Street, Roslindale, MA;
- Distraction Brewing Co., for hosting and allowing the use of their audio equipment. If you enjoy delicious beer and a welcoming environment, visit the brewery at 2 Belgrade Avenue in Roslindale, MA;
- Amy Littlefield, author of Killers of Roe, for leading the conversation with, curiosity, insight, and aplomb;
- Dani Shaw at kaleidaweb, for building and hosting the amazing Hard Screen website, and documenting the event in photographs and video recordings; and
- Anwuliazuka, composer of our new theme music.
To view photographs of the event taken by student photographer Eleanore Planchart, visit thehardscreen.net.
None of the contributors to this episode were paid for their mentions. The Hard Screen, on principle, seeks to amplify local and independently-owned businesses.
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