Colin Kaepernick talks about his new memoir, 'The Perilous Fight'

NPR | By Michel Martin

Published September 9, 2026 at 4:46 AM EDT

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with former NFL player, author and activist Colin Kaepernick about his new memoir, "The Perilous Fight."

Related Content

COMIC: If we fight, is our love doomed? And other honest questions about conflict

Navied Mahdavian, Marielle Segarra

Arguing with a partner or a loved one can be anxiety-inducing. Conflict resolution facilitator Priya Parker explains how to start and end a fight — while easing dread for everyone.
When perseverance goes wrong: A new book explores 'The Case for Quitting'

Sacha Pfeiffer, Fio Geiran, Ashley Brown

NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer talks to Lindsay Crouse about her new book, The Case for Quitting, which explores the drawbacks of persevering through jobs, relationships and more.
Is your child a 'Spicy Nugget'? A children's book author's spin on soothing tantrums

Loryn Brantz's new children's book "I Am A Spicy Nugget" is about handling little kids with big feelings.
Carla Hall's new cookbook adds creative twists to old faves, including chicken pot pie Pop Tarts

"Carla Bakes" blends Carla Hall's southern heritage with her love of international cooking.
'The Great Refusal' author Casey Gerald says ruining his reputation saved his life

Tonya Mosley

A decade ago, Gerald was a rising star, a Yale and Harvard graduate running a celebrated nonprofit. Then he shut it all down. His new book is an argument for forging a different path.

You make NHPR possible.

NHPR is nonprofit and independent. We rely on readers like you to support the local, national, and international coverage on this website. Your support makes this news available to everyone.

Give today. A monthly donation of $5 makes a real difference.