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Ryan Goldberg

Sports

The Man Who Would Kill Horse Racing

One man’s quest to stop horse racing deaths.

Ryan Goldberg Deadspin Sep 2019 30min Permalink

Sports

The Sherpa of New York

One of the most accomplished Himalayan guides works at an outdoor retailer in Lower Manhattan.

Ryan Goldberg Deadspin Jul 2018 25min Permalink

Crime Sports

The Drug Runners

The Tarahumara became famous for running incredibly long distances. In recent years, cartels have exploited their talents by forcing them to ferry drugs into America. Now they’re running for their lives.

Ryan Goldberg Texas Monthly Jul 2017 30min Permalink

Sports

How America’s Favorite Sports Betting Expert Turned a Sucker’s Game Into An Industry

The so-called gambling experts who sell their picks, lie about their records, and get paid even when they’re wrong.

Ryan Goldberg Deadspin Jun 2016 40min Permalink