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Guest: Keith O'Brien, author of HEARTLAND: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and The Miracle of Larry Bird by Keith O'Brien (Atria Books, March 3, 2026) https://amzn.to/47ghvEE Podcast Release Date: March 7, 2026 Episode Length: 42 minutes EPISODE DESCRIPTION: Larry Bird is one of basketball's all-time greats, but there's a chapter of his story that's rarely told. Between 1974 and 1979, from his brief time at Indiana University through his magical season at Indiana State, Bird nearly walked away from basketball entirely. In this episode, Brian O'Leary sits down with journalist and New York Times best-selling author Keith O'Brien to discuss his meticulously researched new book HEARTLAND, which fills in this forgotten narrative with unprecedented detail. Through interviews with teammates, coaches, photographers, and dozens of people who were there, O'Brien paints a vivid portrait of a shy kid from rural Indiana who changed sports history—even though he never wanted the spotlight. We discuss Bird's poverty-stricken upbringing in French Lick, his time as a garbage collector, his legendary media boycott, the iconic Sports Illustrated photo shoot, and even a softball tournament in which he beat Joe Montana. This is Larry Bird like you've never heard him before. TIMESTAMPS: [0:00] Introduction and Sports Illustrated covers [7:38] Keith's journalism career: Salem to Boston Globe [10:21] Why Bird left Indiana University after just weeks [12:30] Bird's $75 arrival at IU and feeling out of place [14:27] Working as a garbage collector in French Lick [16:34] How Heartland reads like a novel [19:01] Writing the book without Larry's participation [20:23] Bird's famous media boycott throughout college [23:10] The legendary Sports Illustrated photo shoot (October 1977) [27:30] Lane Stewart's struggle to photograph Bird [28:46] The softball tournament: Bird vs. Joe Montana [30:49] Bird playing baseball AFTER the 1979 championship game [33:40] The 3-3 release date and Bird's #33 jersey [34:25] The lasting impact on Bird's teammates [37:07] Where to find Keith's work and buy the book KEY TOPICS DISCUSSED: Larry Bird's brief, unhappy time at Indiana University under Bob Knight Bird's return to French Lick and work as a municipal worker The industrial league basketball that nearly became his final chapter Indiana State's improbable 1978-79 undefeated season The 1979 NCAA Championship: Bird vs. Magic Johnson Bird's lifelong aversion to media attention The Sports Illustrated cover that changed everything Bird's love of softball and baseball The ripple effects of the Bird-Magic rivalry on the NBA How the 1979 Indiana State team still feels the impact today GUEST BIO: Keith O'Brien is a journalist and New York Times best-selling author whose previous books include Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose. He has worked for newspapers, including the Boston Globe, and has contributed to NPR and various magazines. He specializes in narrative nonfiction and long-form storytelling. BOOK INFORMATION: HEARTLAND: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and The Miracle of Larry Bird by Keith O'Brien (Atria Books, March 3, 2026) Purchase Links: https://amzn.to/47ghvEE Author Website: https://keithob.com CONNECT WITH THE SHOW:

Mo has called it the best sports book he's read so far this year. It's called Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird. Keith O'Brien is the author, and he joined Mo to talk about the project, Larry Bird, college basketball the way it was, and Keith's appearances in town this weekend. Podcasts of The Mo Egger Radio Show are a service of Longnecks Sports Grill.Listen to the show live weekday afternoons 3:00 - 6:00 on ESPN1530. Listen Live: ESPN1530.com/listenGet more: https://linktr.ee/MoEggerFollow on X: @MoEggerInstagram too: @MoEggerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mo has called it the best sports book he's read so far this year. It's called Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird. Keith O'Brien is the author, and he joined Mo to talk about the project, Larry Bird, college basketball the way it was, and Keith's appearances in town this weekend. Podcasts of The Mo Egger Radio Show are a service of Longnecks Sports Grill.Listen to the show live weekday afternoons 3:00 - 6:00 on ESPN1530. Listen Live: ESPN1530.com/listenGet more: https://linktr.ee/MoEggerFollow on X: @MoEggerInstagram too: @MoEggerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Duncan Cass-Beggs, Executive Director of the Global AI Risks Initiative at the Center for International Governance Innovation, examined the growing role of artificial intelligence in military strategy, addressing the risks of autonomous weapons, escalation concerns, and how global powers are navigating AI governance in defense systems. Next, Lt. Gen. Richard Newton, NewsNation Senior National Security Contributor, provided analysis on Iran, discussing regional tensions, U.S. strategic posture, and what current developments could mean for stability in the Middle East. The show also featured Keith O'Brien, who discussed his book on Larry Bird, exploring the NBA legend's impact on basketball, his rivalry-driven rise to superstardom, and the cultural influence Bird had on the game and the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send a textLet's talk about a legend! Keith O'Brien joins me to talk Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.Buy HeartlandCheck out Keith's websiteSupport the show

Jim welcomes award-winning journalist and New York Times best-selling author Keith O'Brien to discuss his new book, “Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird." First, Keith and Jim discuss Larry Bird's unsung supporting cast on the 1979 Indiana State team (14:42). Next, they cover the "what if" scenario of Larry Bird playing all four seasons of his college career for Bobby Knight at Indiana University, before deciding who the GOAT of Indiana basketball is between John Wooden, Larry Bird, and Oscar Robertson (19:06). Finally, they debate whether we will ever see another Larry Bird again in college basketball (40:06).

Keith joins Sports Talk to discuss his new book Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keith joins Sports Talk to discuss his new book Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.

Lance talks with Mike Petraglia about the NFL Combine and author Keith O'Brien about his new Larry Bird book. lance also talks Reds Spring Training and FC Cincy.

Keith joins Sports Talk to discuss his new book Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keith O’Brien joins Stugotz to discuss his upcoming book Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird, a deep dive into the roots, rise, and lasting legacy of Larry Bird. O’Brien shares untold stories about Bird’s upbringing in small-town Indiana and reveals how close we came to never knowing the story of Larry Bird, who could have faded into obscurity after leaving Bobby Knight’s Indiana program. Could a 1978–79 Indiana State team happen in today's college basketball, and why were the Sycamores never able to capitalize on having one of the best basketball players ever? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Daly Dose, we're officially tipping off our March Madness prep with a deep dive into the legend of the "Hick from French Lick."We are thrilled to welcome New York Times bestselling author Keith O'Brien to discuss his cinematic new book, Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.Here's what's on deck:The Making of a Miracle: Keith pulls back the curtain on the research and grit required to capture the soul of 1970s Indiana.We relive the magic of Indiana State's lightning-in-a-bottle season that changed college basketball forever.We look at the profound personal hurdles and "forgotten" upbringing that forged Larry Bird's legendary mental toughness.Keith also shares one specific, never-before-heard story that perfectly encapsulates why there will never be another No. 33!

Rocky and Jason talk to Richard Skinner, John Matarese, Keith O'Brien, and more on 700 WLW!

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Charlie Hustle - A different look at the Pete Rose legacy

The Reds won the World Series 50 years ago in a classic highlighted by the amazing game six eventually won by the Red Sox on the foul-pole hitting HR by Carlton Fisk in the 12th inning. Prior to that, legend has it that Pete Rose said to Fisk  "Man, isn't this the most exciting game you've ever played in?”. Rose had a knack for being in the moment and enjoying this game called baseball more than maybe any player that ever lived. And Sports Illustrated rewarded him at the end of the year by naming him “Sportsman of the Year”. Rose was at the top of his game, beloved by not only fans of the Big Red Machine, but baseball fans everywhere. His popularity transcended the game, as he was an everyday man, who played the game the right way. His work ethic and daily grind were legendary and he resonated with a great amount of folks whose lives were built around that same dedication to whatever their profession was. He was the working mans idol. Everyone could relate to this kid who was born on the wrong side of Cincinnati and was now the king of the town.  A 44-game hitting streak in 1978 captured the attention of the nation before he left Cincy for Philly the following year, helping the Phils win a World Series in 1980… the 3rd and final championship of his career. He returned to the Reds as a player manager and in 1985 became the the game's all-time leader in hits before retiring as a player a year later with a still record of 4,256 knocks. And then it all came crumbling down. Keith O'Brien is also a kid from Cincinnati who grew up watching Rose in his latter years  and chronicled his entire life in his bestselling book, “Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball.” It goes into great detail about Rose's humble beginnings, how he got the nickname Charlie Hustle from two of the game's greats, Mickey Mantle and Whitey Ford, and how his prowess as one of the greatest players of all-time made him one of the game's most popular players of the 20th century. But O'Brien also did countless research into Rose's gambling addiction, the people that he associated with and the eventual suspension and expulsion from baseball. He joins us on POP to discuss at length in great passion how this man of the people who was adored by legions of fans everywhere would fall from grace, and end up on the outside of the Hall of Fame looking in… literally. It's a tragic tale of the American Dream going awry. A kid who had nothing but grit and determination turns himself into one of the greatest ballplayers of all-time, only to let his addiction to betting… and betting on the game he lived for...keep him away from the thing he loved most… baseball. Join us as we look back on the year Rose was at this top his game… 1975… and the decline that would take place a decade later as we talk with Keith O'Brien to discuss his book, “Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose and the Last Glory Days of Baseball,” on the Past Our Prime podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can consider this episode an early Christmas present from us. Seriously, it's that good. I'm not kidding, listen to the whole thing, then you'll know what Jon and Fintan are eulogising about in the intro [0:00 – 26:44]. And wait til you get to the DHL story! Mindblowing. This episode's guest is Keith O'Loughlin, a veteran of the gambling industry and author of a new book Eddie Jordan: Full Throttle. They explore the life lessons learned from Eddie Jordan's experiences, the impact of Keith's book and its charitable contributions, and insights into business and sponsorships. The conversation emphasises the importance of empathy, motivation, and the belief that one person can make a difference in the world.Keith also explains the huge role Eddie played in former F1 world champion and all-round legend Michael Schumacher's career, and regales us with some frankly wonderful stories from their friendship and business dealings – including the time they almost bought Playtech… [26:45 – 1:29:34]Choice quotes:"What would Eddie Jordan do?""It's a three-step plan.""He was a talent scout.""We cycled all over the world.""We were fucking doing it.""Eddie was the first person to give Michael Schumacher a drive."Keith O'Loughlin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keitholoughlin/As ever, we thank all of our sponsors for their vibrant and excellent support. They are truly the Eddie Jordan to our Michael Schumacher. No, hang on, that can't be right.In no particular order they are: the mighty EveryMatrix – the industry go-to for sportsbook platforms and data feeds. EveryMatrix's coverage is so damn good, they're gaining tier-1 operators all the time. Optimove, who turn customer data into something special, with tools that make businesses just plain work better. Optimove, your support helps us to keep creating content for an industry that probably thinks we disappeared years ago. Then of course there is Clarion Gaming, providers of the magnificent ICE expo (January '26 in Barcelona) and iGB Live! in London. There is simply nobody better at what they do.The Gambling Files podcast delves into the business side of the betting world. Each week, join Jon Bruford and Fintan Costello as they discuss current hot topics with world-leading gambling experts.Website: https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3A57jkRSubscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4cs6ReF Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGamblingFilesPodcast Fintan Costello on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fintancostello/ Jon Bruford on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-bruford-84346636/ Follow the...

Checkride prep reality check with CFII Erica Gilbert! Brian passes his instrument written ("a solid grilled cheese sandwich with slightly better ingredients than Kraft singles"), Ben confesses his multi-engine notice of disapproval after chasing the CDI below the glide slope—then passed two days later—and Erica reveals her 100% initial pass rate secrets: mock orals should be 3-4 hours of pain, Day One starts with defining PIC, and exact FAA phraseology matters on every rating. Plus: 1DullGeek's Thanksgiving rant about flying with friends (the fuel leak meow incident at Clarksburg), why "what are the next two things?" might save your check ride, and the hard truth about midlife pilots—you've forgotten how to study and haven't done anything you suck at in a long time. It's a marathon, not a sprint.Audio note: Technical difficulties with our guest's audio—it's listenable but not perfect!Erica Gilbert's check ride prep secrets:Day one: Lay out ACS, FAR/AIM—"Shocking how many students had never seen the ACS""Anyone going through training needs to be their own best advocate"Find an instructor who uses a syllabus and transitions canceled flights into ground lessonsStage checks with senior CFIs at solo, solo cross-country, and pre-check rideMock oral should be 3-4 hours (your actual oral will be 1.5 hours if you know your stuff)"You'd rather spend the money with an instructor than an evaluator"Practice active recall with exact FAA phraseology out loudPIC authority starts lesson one: "Make the plane do what you want it to do"In midlife: "You've forgotten how to study and haven't done anything you suck at in a long time"The marathon mindset: "Will we stop for lunch? Take a breather if your adrenaline can handle it"Mentioned on the Show:* Erica Gilbert, Aerosafe: https://www.gilbertaviation.com/aerosafe* Erica Gilbert, IFR course: https://www.gilbertaviation.com/ifr* Midlife Pilot Podcast- Thaden Invasion 2026: https://midlifepilotpodcast.com/thadeninvasion* Keith O'Brien, Fly Girls (includes Louis Thaden): https://bookshop.org/p/books/fly-girls-how-five-daring-women-defied-all-odds-and-made-aviation-history-keith-o-brien/8152b66cad2a720c?ean=9781328592798* Seth Lake's VBT overview: https://arflightsafety.com/VBT.html* Avoiding brianrot (New York Times): https://www.soundsclassic.com/receivers.html* Sandel displays: https://www.pacificcoastavionics.com/collections/sandel* Old Marantz stereos: https://www.soundsclassic.com/receivers.html* Rear projection TVs: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rear-projection_television* Private Pilot ACS (PDF): https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/acs/private_airplane_acs_6.pdfSupport the Show:Patreon.com/MidlifePilotPodcast - Discord access, exclusive content, and check ride debriefs!MidlifePilotPodcast.com - Merch, Thaden Invasion RSVP, feedbackHappy Thanksgiving from the Midlife Pilot Podcast crew. We're thankful for every single one of you who listens, supports, and shares this journey with us.

Untold stories about The Hit King Pete Rose through NY Times Best Selling Book Charlie Hustle and Author Keith O'Brien

A well timed conversation on the Pete Rose ruling

Sunday, October 5, 2025 11:00 a.m. - Rev. Dr. Keith O. Provost by Kirk in the Hills

Page Turners With Keith O'Brien on Pete Rose's Story

In Episode 4 of The Maroon & White Pod's Club Series, Moutbellew's Moylough Billy Mannion, Salthill Knocknacarra's Paddy Kitt, Monivea Abbey's Keith O'Reilly and St James joint-manager Darragh Leonard chat with Paul ahead of the senior football championship. This Podcast is brought to you by Hoare Chartered Accountants. Hoare Chartered Accountants based in Galway City are a leading provider of Audit, Accountancy and Taxation services.. For more information, visit their website on www.hoarecharteredaccountants.ie

With the rise of ChatGPT and as end-of-term rolls around, many parents are questioning how much of that glowing paragraph about resilience and curiosity was actually penned by a human. Joining us is Zaineb Mahdi, Cluster Lead for Digital Technology and Innovation at GEMS Education, to talk AI, authenticity, and what the future of school feedback might look like. We’re also exploring the rise of the ‘good‑enough job’ with career guidance practitioner Shazia Bharuchi, why it works for some, when it becomes a trap for others, and how to know if it’s serving your goals or silently stalling your growth. Is it true that cheese gives you nightmares? And are we all a little bit dairy intolerant whether we know it or not? From bloating to bedtime bellyaches, we’re tackling the gut-related myths doing the rounds online with Dr. Mazin Rasool Aljabiri, Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at Mediclinic. And are weighted vests worth the hype? Keith O’Malley Farrell, personal trainer and co-founder of The Training Room and The Physical Training Company, joins Helen live in studio – weighted vest in hand – to separate the muscle from the myth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you just speaking… or truly transforming lives? Discover why authenticity—not information—is what really moves your audience.In this insightful SPEAKPact episode, discover why authenticity and belief in your subject matter are the foundation of impactful, transformative speaking. Learn how your unique personal experiences and passion shape a style that no competitor can replicate. Understand that the transformation you offer is more valuable than your time—know your worth and negotiate with confidence.Master the art of marketing yourself—it's just as crucial as mastering your message. Your current gig is the door to your next one. Gain insight into how interactive, well-paced presentations hold attention and create lasting engagement without overwhelming your audience. Uncover how AI can assist your delivery, but never let it replace the heart and clarity only you can bring.Understand how recognizing trauma and emotions helps you connect on a deeper human level—feelings guide both speaker and listener. Step outside your comfort zone. Whether through improv or new challenges, growth comes from risk, and it elevates your stage presence.

The Best Selling Author gives a never heard before deep dive into great debate on Pete Rose

Part One- In light of the recent announcement that the late Pete Rose is now eligible for entry into Major League Baseball's Hall of Fame, we are replaying our conversation with Keith O'Brien, author of "Charlie Hustle- The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose and the Last Glory Days of Baseball." Part Two- Kostya Kennedy talks about his book "The Story of Baseball in 100 Photographs."

With the news of Pete Rose, Major League Baseball's career hits leader, being posthumously removed from the league's permanent ineligibility list, Michael speaks with Keith O'Brien, author of "Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball." Charlie Hustle tells the full story of one of America's most epic tragedies—the rise and fall of Pete Rose. Drawing on firsthand interviews with Rose himself and with his associates, as well as on investigators' reports, FBI and court records, archives, a mountain of press coverage, Keith O'Brien chronicles how Rose fell so far from being America's “great white hope.” It is Pete Rose as we've never seen him before. Original air date 16 May 2025. The book was published on 26 March 2024.

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob is joined by author Keith O’Brien (Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball) checks in to discuss Rob Manfred’s decision to posthumously lift Pete Rose’s ban from baseball. During the conversation, Rob and Keith break down why it took so long, the role President Trump played in the whole ordeal, whether Rose deserves to be in the Hall of Fame and much more! Plus, Cincinnati sports super fan Michael K Williams swings by to set the scene from Pete Rose Night on Wednesday in Cincinnati, MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble has a special Rose-themed edition of Foul or Fair, and we drop Rob's latest appearance on MLB Network. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Keith O'Brien, biographer of Pete Rose who wrote the book "Charlie Hustle", to talk about Pete Rose, what he thinks happens next, and what he thinks should happen next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

-Keith is a Cincinnati boy who's written an amazing book about the life of Pete Rose titled "Charlie Hustle". Keith joined me on Pete Rose Day to tell us a little about his New York Times Best-Seller!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Willie talks about President Trump's executive order on drug prices with Senator John Husted. Also author Uri Kaufman breaks down the latest in the middle east as President Trump prepares to travel there. Finally biographer Keith O'Brien discusses the life of #14 Pete Rose as Pete Rose day approaches on Wednesday.

Willie talks about President Trump's executive order on drug prices with Senator John Husted. Also author Uri Kaufman breaks down the latest in the middle east as President Trump prepares to travel there. Finally biographer Keith O'Brien discusses the life of #14 Pete Rose as Pete Rose day approaches on Wednesday.

KEITH O'BRIEN is a journalist and author. In April2024 he wrote a piece in The Atlantic, “You're Going to Miss Sports Journalism When it is Gone.”  In this conversation, recorded in April 2025, he says not much has changed in that year to make him optimistic about where the business is going. We talk about the conditions in the industry, about young people and their interest in it, some ideas about how the information is and how it should be imparted, and muchmore. O'Brien's latest book is Charlie Hustle: The Rise andFall of Pete Rose and the Last Glory Days of Baseball.Recorded April 25, 2025

Send us a textAuthor of 19 books, Keith O'Brien grew up in Cincinnati and had a front row seat to much of Pete Rose's career. Keith's 2024 book "Charlie Hustle" won awards from the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and The New Yorker. We both enjoyed the book immensely and recommend it highly. Pete Rose was addicted to gambling, something he finally admitted, but only when he was trying to get baseball to reinstate him to be eligible for the Hall of Fame. Pete always played to win and also always managed his teams to win. But his lifelong association with gamblers and gambling proved to   be his ultimate undoing. He does have the most hits in MLB history AND a 44-game hitting streak that remains a National League record. Keith has so many great stories from having interviewed Pete for 27 hours and talking with so many people who knew and interacted with Pete Rose on a daily basis. Keith asked us if what we thought about Pete Rose being in the HOF! Intro & Outro music this season courtesy of Mercury Maid! Check them out on Spotify or Apple Music!  Please subscribe to our podcast and thanks for listening! If you can give us 4 or 5 star rating that means a lot. And if you have a suggestion for an episode please drop us a line via email at Almostcooperstown@gmail.com.  You can also follow us on X @almostcoop or visit the Almost Cooperstown Facebook page or YouTube channel.  And please tell your friends!www.almostcooperstown.com

In this episode of Skincare Confidential, Dr. Patti Farris interviews Keith O'Briant, CEO and founder of Hydrinity, discussing the innovative approaches to skincare rooted in science and regenerative medicine. They explore the unique properties of hyaluronic acid, the importance of peptides and antioxidants, and the rapid expansion of Hydrinity's product line, which emphasizes effective, science-backed formulations. Keith shares insights into the company's philosophy of combining luxury with scientific efficacy, and the future direction of Hydrinity's offerings. Be sure to check out our YouTube page to see all of these conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@skincareconfidentialpodcast Takeaways The Science of Skincare Summit was a great success. Hydrinity was born out of a regenerative medicine company. Hyaluronic acid is underutilized in skincare. Hydrinity uses a unique extraction method for HA. The company focuses on dual molecular weight HA for better results. Peptides play a crucial role in Hydrinity's formulations. The restorative serum is ideal for post-procedure care. Vivid Brightening targets pigmentation without hydroquinone. Hydrinity has expanded to 22 countries in just two years. The future of Hydrinity includes innovative products not seen before. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended to provide diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice. Content provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only. Please consult with a physician regarding any health-related diagnosis or treatment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A NEW YORKER BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR…. “Charlie Hustle” has dropped and King Hap and Keith O'Brien talk baseball, The Hall of Fame, Keith's amazing book, “Charlie Hustle” and much, much more!  Check out Keith's website and grab a copy https://keithob.com/Follow Keith on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/obrienstoryThis episode was recorded live on the network infront of Happy Hour V.I.P.sIf you want to be part of the live tapingsfollow us on Twitchhttps://m.twitch.tv/thehappyhourscorwww.TheHappyHourSocialClub.comAS ALWAYSThe Happy Hour is brought to you by the official Top Shelf Alcohol of the Happy Hour!CLEARWATER DISTILLERY https://shop.clearwaterdistilling.com/PROMO CODE KINGHAPSAVES 10% and free shipping over $100OLD SCHOOL LABSAmazing Supplements made for Amazing people!TRY OATMEAL CREAM PIE PROTEIN! Save 15% site wide with promo code Kinghaphttps://shop.oldschoollabs.com/?aff=364Liquid I.V.WOW..... NEW MOCKTAILS!!!

Notes and Links to Keith O'Brien's Work        Keith O'Brien is a New York Times bestselling author and award-winning journalist. He has written four books, been a finalist for the PEN/ESPN Award for Literary Sportswriting, been longlisted for the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction, and has contributed to multiple publications over the years.    O'Brien's work has appeared in the New York Times Magazine, the Atlantic, the Washington Post, and on National Public Radio. His radio stories have aired on All Things Considered, Morning Edition, and Weekend Edition, as well as Marketplace and This American Life.    The Wall Street Journal calls his latest book, CHARLIE HUSTLE, "compulsively readable and wholly terrific." Publishers Weekly calls it "definitive and elegantly told, this is a home run," and Kirkus Reviews hails CHARLIE HUSTLE as a "masterpiece of a sports biography."    A midwesterner by birth, O'Brien grew up in Cincinnati and graduated from Northwestern University. He now lives in New Hampshire with his wife, two children, two dogs and two cats. Buy Charlie Hustle   Keith O'Brien's Website   New York Times Review of Charlie Hustle At about 2:00, Pete asks Keith about the medium of radio, and Keith talks about how he loves radio and how it works different “muscles” At about 3:40, Keith traces his early reading and writing life and his love of sports stories, Sports Illustrated, and more, including David Halberstam's stellar work At about 5:45, Pete and Keith fanboy over great work from The Best American Sports Writing of the Century At about 7:05, Keith shouts out Mirin Fader and Andrew Maraniss and Jonathan Eig, among others, as writing inspirations At about 8:55, Keith talks about how work in Japan helped to ignite his love of and skill for writing At about 10:45 (13:50), Keith discusses how he views storytelling, showing/telling, as well as objectivity in writing, as well as expectations for readers At about 14:50, Pete quotes a meaningful excerpt from the beginning of Charlie Hustle, and Keith expands upon how “stunned” he was by the crying and emotional responses from those talking about Pete Rose's impact in their lives At about 17:20, Pete alludes to the Author's Note, and asks Keith about his childhood outlook on Pete Rose and the Reds as a native Cincinnatian At about 21:05, Pete gives some exposition from the book and summarizes the “high point” from the Introduction  At about 22:00, Keith paints a picture of Pete Rose's childhood growing up on the Westside of Cincinnati, and talks about “Big Pete” Rose and his legendary exploits, including a  At about 26:40, Keith explains the significance of two events in the summer of 1956 and how it shaped Pete At about 29:15, Keith recounts an emblematic story involving Pete Rose and boxing At about 30:45, Pete picks up on the aforementioned story and asks Keith if he sees the same mindset in Pete Rose in denying his betting later in life; Keith talks about a lack of vulnerability for Pete Rose At about 32:45, Keith charts the importance of Pete Rose's Uncle Buddy in jumpstarting Pete's career  At about 37:15, Keith gives background on Pete Rose's iconic nickname and its “mythology” At about 39:55, The two reflect on the “juxtaposition” between those who gave Pete Rose his nickname and Pete Rose At about 41:10, Keith talks about racism and the treatment of Black players in the Major Leagues, as well as how Pete viewed/spoke about race  At about 44:35, Keith expands on the ways in which Pete was seen as a “white, working-class hero” in the media and among fans  At about 48:15, Keith reflects on the echoing importance of Pete Rose's collision with Ray Fosse At about 52:15, Keith responds to Pete's questions about how Pete Rose's upbringing may or may not have been “seeds” for his later gambling and vice At about 56:35, Decree Rule 21(d) and its ubiquity in baseball clubhouses is discussed  At about 57:10, Pete talks about how skillfully Keith shows Pete Rose's impending fall at the end of Part III At about 58:35, Keith responds to Pete's questions about Pete Rose and whether he felt remorse over the way he treated women and his children At about 1:00:20, Keith reflects on how the same qualities that made Pete Rose great also were his downfall At about 1:01:40, The two discuss “credible allegations that Pete Rose had had a relationship with an underage girl in the 1970s and its impact on his baseball analyst job At about 1:03:20, Keith responds to Pete's questions about the importance of a homecoming in 1986 to Cincinnati At about 1:06:50, Keith expands upon the inextricable links between Bart Giamatti and Pete Rose At about 1:09:10, The two discuss Pete Rose's last years and prodigious autograph signing and the ways in which his fans continued to be moved by meeting him and talking to him; Keith shares his personal experiences in being amazed by the awe of the fans he witnessed in person At about 1:11:45, Keith reflects on the “crucial” and “poigna[nt]” ending of the book, an ending that Pete is highly complimentary of  At about 1:13:30, Keith discusses how he felt upon learning of Pete's death and the sadness associated with Pete “being defined by his greatest mistakes” At about 1:15:00, Pete and Keith reflect on connections between Jake LaMotta in Raging Bull and Pete Rose and the “fleeting” nature of fame At about 1:16:15, shoutout to Ellen Adar for the audiobook At about 1:17:10, Keith shouts out places to buy the book, including Waterstreet Books in NH, and gives social media/contact info     You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode.       Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. This week, his conversation with Episode 255 guest Chris Knapp is up on the website. 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A May 7th 2024 replay of best selling author Keith O'Brien discussing his book Charlie Hustle on the late great Pete Rose.

Episode 266 features Brett Mandel, co-founder of Baseballbbq.com and Keith O'Brien, author of Charlie Hustle. Plus we discuss two Major League teams who will be playing on minor league fields. Brett Mandel from the company, Baseball BBQ, https://baseballbbq.com/ is back to apprise us on the great things the company is doing and remind us of all their terrific products.  Anyone who loves baseball and barbecue will thoroughly enjoy the wide range of grilling tools and accessories they offer.  It's an extensive list, but includes spatula's, forks, grill scrapers, pigtail hooks, bottle openers, and tongs which are all made using baseball bat handles which can all be personally engraved.  In addition, they have cutting boards shaped liked home plate or shaped like baseball jerseys which also can be engraved.  Their newest product is a bat rack, designed to hold their baseball bat handle tools which also may be custom engraved.  As if that was not enough, they also have rubs, sauces, tee-shirts, and a unique board game.  Go to https://baseballbbq.com/ for more information.  Keith O'Brien is a New York Times best-selling author, a finalist for the PEN/ESPN Award for Literary Sports Writing, and an award-winning journalist.  He has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Politico, as well as having his stories appear on National Public Radio and This American Life.  His latest book, a must read for baseball history lovers, is Charlie Hustle:  The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball.  Mention Pete Rose and a debate is almost guaranteed to ensue as baseball fans all seem to have opinions on whether he should be in the National Baseball Hall of Fame.  This book does a great job at pulling back the curtain on one of the games most polarizing figures. We conclude the show with the song, Baseball Always Brings You Home from the musician, Dave Dresser and the poet, Shel Krakofsky.   We recommend you go to Baseball BBQ, https://baseballbbq.com for special grilling tools and accessories, Magnechef https://magnechef.com/ for excellent and unique barbecue gloves, Cutting Edge Firewood High Quality Kiln Dried Firewood - Cutting Edge Firewood in Atlanta for high quality firewood and cooking wood, Mantis BBQ, https://mantisbbq.com/ to purchase their outstanding sauces with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Kidney Project, and for exceptional sauces, Elda's Kitchen https://eldaskitchen.com/   We truly appreciate our listeners and hope that all of you are staying safe.   If you would like to contact the show, we would love to hear from you.   Call the show:  (516) 855-8214 Email:  baseballandbbq@gmail.com Twitter:  @baseballandbbq Instagram:  baseballandbarbecue YouTube:  baseball and bbq Website:  https//baseballandbbq.weebly.com Facebook:  baseball and bbq 

Chris speaks to Keith O'Brien about the life and legacy of Pete Rose. O'Brien is the author of Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball (Pantheon, 2024). Keith interviewed Rose for his remarkable book and has insights about the legend you won't hear from anyone else. At the […]

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Keith O'Brien, New York Times bestselling author of “CHARLIE HUSTLE” to discuss the life and legacy of Pete Rose, who recently passed away at the age of 83. Who was Pete Rose the man? How did his life as a kid and early stages of his life shape how he lived his life? Topics that Keith and Jeff dove into:Examining the foundational value systems of Pete Rose as he was growing up as a kid.How Rose's charisma not only helped him in life, but was also a detriment.The massive cultural shifts in gambling that we've seen over the years.After 27 hours of interviews and discussion with Rose, and now that he's gone, what will his overall legacy look like in the years to come?All of this and much more this week on Table Talk!Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com.Follow us on Threads:Jeff: @mrjeffwarrenErik: @slen1023The Show: @philadelphiasportstableFollow us on Twitter/X:Jeff: @Jeffrey_WarrenLen: @LenHunsickerErik: @BrickPollittThe Show: @PhiladelphiaPSTFollow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.

On this week's edition of  Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob makes his official 2024 Major League Baseball postseason predictions just hours before the start of the playoffs. Plus, 2x World Series champion Justin Verlander swings by to discuss what makes the Houston Astros such a tough out in the playoffs, what it's like to pitch in the postseason and his case for the Hall of Fame. Later, Keith O'Brien, author of 'Charlie Hustle', checks in to discuss the complicated legacy of the recently deceased MLB Hit King, Pete Rose.  Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!!  #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Willie talks with the author of Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, Keith O'Brien about the life and career of the Hit King.

Keith O'Brien joins Talkin' Baseball to chat about his book- "Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joined today by New York Times best selling author, Keith O'Brien. Keith reminisces about growing up in Cincinnati, attending Northwestern and his favorite alumni. Due to my obsession with UK, we chat about his first book “Outside Shot” about Kentucky High School basketball. Then, Keith tells us about finding out he was a New York Times best selling author, how he got notified, and any pressure he feels with the title before his name. We discuss his amazing new book, “Charlie Hustle the Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the last glory days of baseball”. He shares why he wanted to write about Pete Rose, getting interviews from all former players, and what makes Pete so fascinating and unique. We go over the myths of Pete Rose: getting the name, Charlie Hustle, how he was drafted because of nepotism, and his meteor rise to the majors. We chat about his Mount Rushmore type of records, why he's one of the greatest players ever and how that is all overshadowed by his downfall of gambling. We touch base about the carnage he created, life after baseball and much more. From texting with George Foster to cool memorabilia, Keith O'Brien was an incredible guest Follow Keith and purchase his books here: https://www.instagram.com/obrienstory https://x.com/KeithOB

00:00-25:00: Charlie Hustle author Keith O'Brien joins the show. From Amazon: Pete Rose is a legend. A baseball god. He compiled more hits than anyone in the history of baseball, a record he set decades ago that still stands today. He was a working-class white guy from Cincinnati who made it; less talented than tough, and rough around the edges. He was everything that America wanted and needed him to be, the American dream personified, until he wasn't. In the 1980s, Pete Rose came to be at the center of one of the biggest scandals in baseball history. He kept secrets, ran with bookies, took on massive gambling debts, and he was magnificently, publicly cast out for betting on baseball and lying about it. The revelations that followed ruined him, changed life in Cincinnati, and forever altered the game. Charlie Hustle tells the full story of one of America's most epic tragedies—the rise and fall of Pete Rose. Drawing on firsthand interviews with Rose himself and with his associates, as well as on investigators' reports, FBI and court records, archives, a mountain of press coverage, Keith O'Brien chronicles how Rose fell so far from being America's “great white hope.” It is Pete Rose as we've never seen him before. This is no ordinary sport biography, but cultural history at its finest. What O'Brien shows is that while Pete Rose didn't change, America and baseball did. This is the story of that change.

Journalist and bestselling author Keith O'Brien joins this episode to talk about his new book Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball. Keith reveals his thoughts on Rose's complex story, which is anything but black and white. We also discuss the steroid era of baseball, Pete Rose's legacy around race, and the Baseball Hall of Fame.The Stacks Book Club selection for April is The January Children by Safia Elhillo. We will discuss the book on April 24th with Hala Alyan.You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' website:https://thestackspodcast.com/2024/04/17/ep-315-keith-obrienEpisode TranscriptConnect with Keith: Instagram | Twitter | WebsiteConnect with The Stacks: Instagram | Twitter | Shop | Patreon | Goodreads | Substack | SubscribeSUPPORT THE STACKSJoin The Stacks Pack on PatreonTo support The Stacks and find out more from this week's sponsors, click here.Purchasing books through Bookshop.org or Amazon earns The Stacks a small commission.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Journalist and author Keith O'Brien (Charlie Hustle) joins Jason and Randy to discuss his new comprehensive book on Pete Rose, UConn winning the National Title again, 1 and done's ruining college basketball, NASCAR driver Joey Gase throwing a bumper at another car during a race, the Kobe Bryant statue outside Crypto.com Arena getting its typos fixed, Tiger Woods says he's abstaining from sex before The Masters, and Arnold Schwarzenegger (Chris Cox) leaves a voicemail for Tiger to talk him out of it, and so much more!