We Need to Talk About How TikTok Is Speedrunning Sports Commentary Into Oblivion
From the death of nuance to the rise of the 'Hot Take' economy, Larry Chen explores how TikTok is fundamentally breaking the way we talk about sports.
Articles by Larry Chen
9 Times the NBA Tunnel Walk Absolutely Ruined Fashion Week
Larry Chen explores how the NBA tunnel became the world's most influential runway and why luxury brands are ditching models for point guards.
We Need to Talk About Why Marvel Finally Lost Its Magic
From record-low box office numbers to the 'Disney+ homework' problem, Larry Chen breaks down why the Marvel Cinematic Universe is officially in its flop era.
7 Brutal Truths About Why the Mid-Range Jumper Finally Died
Larry Chen breaks down why the NBA's most iconic shot became a statistical sin and why your favorite legends would hate today's 'Moreyball' era.
We Need to Talk About Why Gaming Tournaments Are Outclassing Pro Sports
From AR dragons to real-time data integration, esports broadcasts are making traditional sports look like public access TV. Here is why the gap is widening.
7 Reasons Stadium Food Is Suddenly Better (And Way More Expensive)
From Wagyu sliders to $18 beers, stadium food has gone upscale. Larry Chen breaks down the economics, the Instagram effect, and why the $2 hot dog is extinct.
We Need to Talk About Why the NFL Draft Is Now Better TV Than the Games
Larry Chen breaks down why the NFL Draft has become a bigger TV spectacle than actual games, fueled by the 'Hope Merchant' model and the speculation economy.
9 Brutal Realities of the NIL Era One Year Later
One year into the NIL era, college sports has transformed into a high-stakes corporate landscape. Larry Chen breaks down the winners, the losers, and the chaos.
We Need to Talk About How the Tunnel Walk Stole Fashion
From the NBA tunnel to the Met Gala, athletes are the new face of luxury. Larry Chen breaks down how point guards became more influential than supermodels.