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Podcast: Call It Like I See It
Episode: Russia’s Use of WNBA Star Griner is Not Fair and Not Uncommon; Also, Musk Backing Out of Twitter Deal is On Brand
Description: James Keys and Tunde Ogunlana take a look at Brittney Griner’s detention and recent trial in Russia and consider how common geopolitical leverage ploys seems dirtier when a person’s life or liberty is at stake (01:50). The guys also discuss Elon Musk’s move to get out of his contract to buy Twitter and how some in our society leverage adoration to avoid consequences for their actions (36:20).Timeline of Brittney Griner’s detainment in Russia: Griner pleads guilty in court hearing (The Athletic)Phoenix Mercury coach says Brittney Griner's detainment would be resolved 'if it was LeB...