When people think of Philadelphia, they often think of Benjamin Franklin, the Declaration of Independence, Rocky, or even cheesesteaks. But if you ask a person from Philadelphia what they think of, they are more likely to mention the Eagles, Phillies, Flyers or 76ers. We speak with 2015 APSE National Sports Columnist of the Year, Mike Sielski, of the Philadelphia Inquirer about the obsession with sports in his hometown, and why a chip is eternally placed firmly on their shoulder.

Follow Mike on Twitter at @MikeSielski and find his work at the Philadelphia Inquirer. You can purchase his critically acclaimed book, 'The Rise: Kobe Bryant and the pursuit of Immortality' anywhere you find books, and check out his in-depth podcast on Kobe's life by subscribing to 'I am Kobe' wherever you find your podcasts.

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