Decades in Sports

History | Sports

Station:
CNN (US)

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Running

Start:
2026-08-02

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Decades in Sports explores the cultural and political milestones that transformed sports and helped shape America. Across six episodes, it examines the defining moments, athletes, and cultural shifts that shaped sports over the past six decades, from the television revolution and Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, to the transformative social and political changes of the 1970s, to the impact of social media on today's biggest sports stars. Along the way, each decade reveals the unforgettable athletes, intense rivalries, dominating dynasties, championship moments, and cultural milestones that transformed sports and America.The series features interviews with legendary broadcasters Bob Costas, Al Michaels and Andrea Kremer, football legends Lynn Swann and Drew Pearson, basketball Hall of Famer Bill Bradley, Olympic gold medalist and WNBA legend Diana Taurasi, ESPN analysts Jessica Mendoza and Malika Andrews, journalists/authors Dave Kindred, Joe Posnanski, Michael MacCambridge, Bomani Jones and John Heilemann, marathon pioneer Kathrine Switzer, and additional athletes, coaches, journalists, historians, and legendary sports broadcasters.

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S1E4 - 1990s

In the 1990s, athletes' celebrity power transcends the world of sports. Sports scandals are increasingly smeared across tabloid headlines, while Michael Jordan wins six titles and becomes one of the most recognized athletes in the world.

Air Date: 16 Aug 2026 20:00 (CDT)

S1E5 - 2000s

National tragedy, historic comebacks and grand slams define the 2000s in sports. Tiger Woods in golf, the Williams sisters in tennis, and a shakeup of one of the greatest baseball rivalries in history prove that sports belong to all Americans.

Air Date: 23 Aug 2026 20:00 (CDT)

S1E6 - 2010s to Present

Huge names emerge in sports in the 2010s, including LeBron James, Simone Biles, and Steph Curry. As social media revolutionizes fan engagement, direct interaction and sports betting change the way viewers see celebrity athletes forever.

Air Date: 30 Aug 2026 20:00 (CDT)