One of the best pieces of sports storytelling I’ve encountered in the last year has been Gladiator: Aaron Hernandez and Football Inc. from the Boston Globe Spotlight Team and Wondery.

I’m not the best at podcasts because I suck at multitasking. If I’m listening to a podcast at work then there is a 100% chance I am not working. Gladiator was a problem for me in this way and hooked me like the first season of Serial.

Here’s the official description: Football star Aaron Hernandez went from the bright lights of the Super Bowl to a convicted murderer in a few years. The Boston Globe’s Spotlight Team, best known for its investigation of the sexual abuse scandal inside the Catholic Church, takes a hard look at the crisis facing football through the lens of Aaron Hernandez’s life and terrible crimes. Did a brain badly damaged by football contribute to Hernandez’s violent behavior? Did he keep secrets about his sexuality that collided with a hyper-masculine football culture? Did elite coaches and teams look the other way as Hernandez was spiraling out of control? Spotlight uncovered new documents, audio, and interviews to go deep into the story of what happened to Aaron Hernandez, and what it means for those of us who cheer on a violent game. From Wondery, the podcast team that brought you Dr. Death.

It’s fascinating, heart breaking, and Boston Globe sports writer Bob Hohler is an incredible host. If you haven’t listened to it yet, then drop everything you’re doing and tune in right now.

You can find it on Wondery and wherever you get your podcasts. You’re welcome.