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What makes this audiobook stand out is its refusal to mythologize struggle. Kaepernick doesn’t frame his rejection of baseball as a tragic loss, but as a strategic move toward something more meaningful. The pacing mimics the deliberation of a young person weighing options, with pauses that let the weight of each decision sink in. The narration by the full cast—including Kaepernick himself—adds texture, especially during dialogue-heavy scenes where coaches, parents, and friends clash over his future. It’s a short listen, but its brevity sharpens its impact, leaving you with the unsettling question: How many of us have ever really questioned the paths laid out for us?

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Why Listen to Change the Game?

  • Expert narration by Colin Kaepernick, Sean Corvelle, Piper Goodeve, Gabriel Vaughan, Shayna Small, Marcella Cox, Emily Bauer, JD Jackson, Joniece Abbott-Pratt, Kevin T. Collins, Josh Hurley, Landon Woodson, Michael Crouch, Mia Jenness, full cast brings every character and scene to life across 1h32m of immersive audio.
  • Highly rated at 4.5 stars by 3 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Still, the audiobook shines in the details. The high school locker room scenes crackle with tension, thanks to the cast’s ability to balance authenticity with drama. Kaepernick’s refusal to play baseball isn’t framed as a sacrifice—it’s a power move, and the audiobook sells that perspective with conviction. The pacing is deliberate, almost like a slow burn in reverse, where every silence feels intentional. If you’re looking for a motivational sports story, this isn’t it. But if you want to hear an athlete articulate the terrifying freedom of saying *no* to a life that doesn’t fit, *Change the Game* delivers in a way few sports memoirs dare.

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Change the Game by Colin Kaepernick is an immersive listening experience. Performed by Colin Kaepernick, Sean Corvelle, Piper Goodeve, Gabriel Vaughan, Shayna Small, Marcella Cox, Emily Bauer, JD Jackson, Joniece Abbott-Pratt, Kevin T. Collins, Josh Hurley, Landon Woodson, Michael Crouch, Mia Jenness, full cast with a runtime of 1h32m, you can start with a free trial that you can cancel at any time. The audiobook remains yours forever, even if you end the trial.