Podcast appearances and mentions of Roy Firestone

How does a successful and popular TV sportscaster juggle career, marriage, and Parenthood?In this 2006 interview, ESPN's Mike Greenberg discusses his first book, Why My Wife Thinks I'm an Idiot.Get your copy of Why My Wife Thinks I'm an Idiot by Mike GreenbergAs an Amazon Associate, Now I've Heard Everything earns from qualifying purchases.You may also enjoy my interviews with Roy Firestone and Warner Wolf For more vintage interviews with celebrities, leaders, and influencers, subscribe to Now I've Heard Everything on Spotify, Apple Podcasts. and now on YouTube#sportscaster #ESPN #TVpersonalities #NFL

For decades he's been covering sports in America on radio and television. In this 2000 interview, Warner Wolf talks about his career and some of the luminaries he has met.Get your copy of Let's Go To The Videotape by Warner wolfAs an Amazon Associate, Now I've Heard Everything earns from qualifying purchases.You may also enjoy my interviews with Roy Firestone and Curt GowdyFor more vintage interviews with celebrities, leaders, and influencers, subscribe to Now I've Heard Everything on Spotify, Apple Podcasts. and now on YouTube#sportscasters #NFL #NBA #MLB #boxing

February 18 1998 — Chicago Cubs broadcaster Harry Caray dies four days after collapsing at a Valentine's Day supper. Caray, age 84, after suffering a heart attack four days earlier while having Valentine's Day dinner with his wife, Dutchie. – 1957 All Star Game called by Harry Caray.From a compilation aired in 2016 from ESPN Classic, appearances from Harry Caray on Up Close with Roy Firestone.Show Notes & Featured AudioHarry Caray Game BroadcastsJoin the Daily Rewind - Join.Classic Baseball Broadcasts - reconnect with baseball history.Mentioned in this episode:Classic Baseball BroadcastsClassic Baseball Broadcasts

February 18 1998 — Chicago Cubs broadcaster Harry Caray dies four days after collapsing at a Valentine's Day supper. Caray, age 84, after suffering a heart attack four days earlier while having Valentine's Day dinner with his wife, Dutchie. – 1957 All Star Game called by Harry Caray.From a compilation aired in 2016 from ESPN Classic, appearances from Harry Caray on Up Close with Roy Firestone.Show Notes & Featured AudioHarry Caray Game BroadcastsJoin the Daily Rewind - Join.Classic Baseball Broadcasts - reconnect with baseball history.Mentioned in this episode:Classic Baseball BroadcastsClassic Baseball Broadcasts

01:00 JD Vance vs. ABC Host on Venezuelan Gangs Taking Over Apartment Complexes, with Cooke and MBD, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUSUsm4GKTk 06:00 Democrats deflated 15:00 WEHT To Tucker Carlson?, https://thedispatch.com/article/what-happened-tucker-carlson/ 20:00 Why is Kamala going on Fox News Wednesday?, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eijT-p4TxhI 32:00 It's better for WOMEN to be ADORERS: understanding the balance of attraction, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuwE6H_Su24 35:20 Kip joins to discuss JFK mythology 43:00 My fave interviewers include Larry King, KABC's Michael Jackson, KGO's Ronn Owens, Roy Firestone, Barbara Walters, Brian Lamb 47:00 Children like to draw the sun 58:00 Perennial philosophy, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perennial_philosophy 1:01:00 Kip's weaknesses 1:08:00 Kip doesn't like Israel 1:11:00 The Monroe Doctrine, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monroe_Doctrine 1:12:00 Ukraine 1:15:00 Biden has run up the federal deficit more than Trump, https://www.heritage.org/debt/commentary/the-lefts-7-trillion-lie-biden-far-outpaces-trump-racking-the-national-debt 1:20:00 Axios: War-gaming a Trump sweep, https://www.axios.com/2024/10/14/trump-election-win-scenario-gop The Embodied Expression Of The Elite Attitude, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=157628

Are the Miami Hurricanes ready to finally compete on the national stage again in college football? The Hurricanes' expectations are seeing a big boost since the addition of transfer quarterback Cam Ward. Mario Cristobal is stacking top 10 recruiting classes. The Hurricanes addressed key needs in the transfer portal with center Zach Carpenter, safety Mishael Powell and defensive tackles CJ Clark and Marley Cook. Host Alex Donno and “The Truth Teller” Bruce Warner are joined by seven time Emmy Award winning journalist and University of Miami alumnus Roy Firestone. Firestone discusses what Coach Cristobal can do to adapt as an in-game manager and wonders if these issues could hold Miami back in the long term. Roy describes Cristobal's love for football and dedication to coaching and describes the road back to greatness for the Hurricanes. Join our LOCKED ON CANES INSIDERS texting community and chat with host Alex Donno any time by clicking this link: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedoncanes. Donno provides one on one's, breaking news, show previews, Hurricanes breakdowns and recruiting updates. Try it FREE for 14 days! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedoncanes#MiamiHurricanes #TheU #recruitingSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That's why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you'll getONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are the Miami Hurricanes ready to finally compete on the national stage again in college football? The Hurricanes' expectations are seeing a big boost since the addition of transfer quarterback Cam Ward. Mario Cristobal is stacking top 10 recruiting classes. The Hurricanes addressed key needs in the transfer portal with center Zach Carpenter, safety Mishael Powell and defensive tackles CJ Clark and Marley Cook.  Host Alex Donno and “The Truth Teller” Bruce Warner are joined by seven time Emmy Award winning journalist and University of Miami alumnus Roy Firestone. Firestone discusses what Coach Cristobal can do to adapt as an in-game manager and wonders if these issues could hold Miami back in the long term. Roy describes Cristobal's love for football and dedication to coaching and describes the road back to greatness for the Hurricanes.  Join our LOCKED ON CANES INSIDERS texting community and chat with host Alex Donno any time by clicking this link: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedoncanes. Donno provides one on one's, breaking news, show previews, Hurricanes breakdowns and recruiting updates. Try it FREE for 14 days! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedoncanes #MiamiHurricanes #TheU #recruiting Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That's why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you'll getONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Roy Firestone is a seven-time Emmy Award-winning and seven-time cable ACE Award-winning host, interviewer, narrator, writer, and producer. As the ground-breaking, original host of ESPN's legendary Up Close, Up Close Classic, and Up Close Primetime, Firestone has interviewed more than 5,000 athletes, musicians, actors, and political figures, as well as scores of writers and filmmakers. As an actor, Firestone was featured in the Academy Award-winning film, Jerry Maguire, where he played himself in an unforgettable (and often repeated) scene with Academy Award-winner Cuba Gooding Jr. His numerous television credits include Everybody Loves Raymond and Married with Children. Fans of The Simpsons remember him as the voice of ‘Bart Starr.' No stranger to talk shows, Firestone's appearances include Late Night with David Letterman, Later with Bob Costas, Larry King Live, and The Tonight Show. Firestone is also an accomplished musical vocalist. In this episode, Firestone tells many stories from his over 6,000 shows. Included gems are stories about Dean Smith, Elton John, and Muhammad Ali.

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It is a Friday on Glenn Clark Radio, and is a “Clinchmas” edition of GCR as Glenn and Griffin, joined by Stan “The Fan” Charles in studio, celebrate the Orioles AL East Title after clinching with a win over the Rays. We'll also continue to celebrate the life of Brooks Robinson with Stan as someone who knew Brooks personally and continue to talk about his impact on the city of Baltimore. At 10:30am, we will continue to preview Sunday's game with Charles Davis, who will be on the call for CBS, as we get his thoughts on the 2023 Ravens, Lamar Jackson, and their chances vs the Browns. At 11am, we will have our weekly chat with Bo Smolka, PressBox's Ravens beat writer, as he helps us preview Sunday in Cleveland and tells the latest about who's playing and what the Ravens need to do to get a win over the Browns. At 11:40am, we will continue our tribute to Brooks Robinson when we chat with another friend of Brooks, Roy Firestone. We will also chat with former Terp and now Browns O-Lineman, Michael Dunn, before he faces off with the Ravens Sunday in Cleveland as we check-in with how his career and season are going. We will wrap the show by listening to the final segment of Tuesday's “Tyus Bowser Show” featuring Tyus and his special guest, DT Michael Pierce…

Legendary broadcaster talks about the unpredictable and brilliant Rick Barry.

7X Emmy Winner and longtime ESPN host (Sports Look/Up Close), Roy Firestone joins me on this episode to talk about his love for Old Miami Stadium, his days as a Baltimore Orioles batboy, his lifelong friendship with Brooks Robinson, the day he walked through an abandoned Memorial Stadium with Johnny Unitas and his once-in-a-lifetime interview with members of the 500 HR club (Ted Williams, Ernie Banks, Reggie Jackson, Mike Schmidt and Frank Robinson).Support the show

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Roy Firestone is a seven-time Emmy Award Winning and seven-time cable ACE Award-winning host, interviewer, narrator, writer and producer. He will join Mick and Mook on the February 22nd episode of A Mick A Mook and A Mic.Roy was the original host of ESPN's legendary Up Close, Up Close Classic, and Up Close Primetime.As an actor, Roy was featured in the Academy Award-Winning film, Jerry Maguire, where he played himself in a scene with Award-Winner, Cuba Gooding Jr.Roy's television credits include Everybody Loves Raymond and Married with Children. He was also the voice of ‘Bart Starr' on The Simpsons.Firestone is also the author of two best-selling books, Up Close with Roy Firestone, and most recently, Don't Make Me Cry, Roy.Be sure not to miss this fascinating episode on 2/22.

We continue our talk about movie mobsters and talk sportscaster impressions, starting with Roy Firestone's impression of Keith Jackson.

Roy Firestone joins TheSportsVirus Podcast to talk about his recent enshrinement into the California Sports Hall of Fame. We chat about his love of baseball which goes back to being a bat boy at Orioles spring training and developing a relationship with Hall of Famers like Brooks Robinson and Jim Palmer. Roy gives his thoughts on some new baseball rules and expresses his concern for the state of professional golf with the addition of the LIV golf series. He also tells great stories about his long run as host of ESPN's Up Close show and his role in the movie Jerry Maguire.

HBO's Winning Time chronicles the Los Angeles Lakers dynasty of the 1980's and is a certified hit, but how fake is it? The guys are on the prowl for the truth and the Iconic Roy Firestone is back to tell it as he saw it and how it really was with Jerry West, Jerry Buss and the Los Angeles Lakers. 

Guest: Tom Costabile stands at the forefront of innovation and today's industry developments. As the executive director and CEO of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), he has spent the last three years working to establish the organization as a global leader in the mechanical engineering space while promoting the technical and societal contributions of engineers. A calculated risk-taker with deep industry knowledge, Costabile has championed the facilitation and application of engineering knowledge while advocating for the benefits of engineering education and career development. Focused on the creation of products, services, and programs around key technologies, including manufacturing, bioengineering, robotics, clean energy, and pressure technology, he is also responsible for guiding ASME's organizational programs in code and standards development, membership, conferences, technical publishing, education, professional development, and public policy. While embracing ASME's core values, he most recently orchestrated a merger between ASME and Techstreet projected to be ASMEs next giant growth opportunity. This new merger will accelerate opportunities for ASME to incubate new industry events into revenue generating engines. Prior to joining ASME, Costabile served as a consultant for Carlan Advisors and as a partner at 3ssentials, LLC, where he served as a private equity investor. He also held leadership roles in the music distribution industry, which included serving as senior vice president of operations for SONY Music, WEA Manufacturing-Warner Music Group, and CBS Records where he led the development of the company's compact disc and distribution operations. Costabile has built a reputation for developing business strategies, incubating new business models, and building out channel programs. He is a licensed professional mechanical engineer and began his career in the nuclear power industry. Costabile holds a Finance MBA and a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and has served on numerous advisory boards including his current position on the Montgomery Academy's Board of Trustees. Episode in a Tweet: “If you have a passion for science, if you have a passion for improving our global environments, engineering is a quick path to making a difference.” – Tom Costabile Quick Background: In this episode of Industrial Theory, host Kerry Siggins interviews Tom Costabile, the executive director and CEO of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). Tom details the mission, history, and impact of the ASME, along with his vision for the future of the organization. He explains their efforts to drive diversity, equity, and inclusion in the engineering community, including educational outreach and various scholarship offerings. Kerry and Tom discuss why engineering matters and the creativity and technology that goes into manufacturing products. They examine the roles of artificial intelligence and digital twin technologies, detailing how data collection and predictive analytics are improving maintenance and inspection efforts across industries. Most importantly, Kerry and Tom discuss how engineering standards and technology advancements function to save and improve lives all around the world. Tom shares his passion for progressing sustainability goals, including engineering solutions that support food supply chains and access to clean water. To hear more from Tom Costabile, listen to his podcast, Unconventional Engineering, featuring co-host Roy Firestone.

Roy Firestone is a seven-time Emmy Award Winning and seven-time cable ACE Award-winning host, interviewer, narrator, writer and producer. As the ground-breaking, original host of ESPN's legendary Up Close, Up Close Classic and Up Close Primetime, Firestone has interviewed more than 5,000 athletes, musicians, actors and political figures, as well as scores of writers and filmmakersSports Illustrated calls Firestone “The best interviewer in the business.” As an actor, Roy was featured in the Academy Award-Winning film, Jerry Maguire, where he played himself in a scene with Award-Winner, Cuba Gooding Jr.Roy's television credits include Everybody Loves Raymond and Married with Children. He was also the voice of ‘Bart Starr' on The Simpsons.Not limited to television, Firestone is also the author of two best-selling books, Up Close with Roy Firestone, and most recently, Don't Make Me Cry, Roy. Roy is one of the Nation's most sought after live corporate performers, keynote speakers and lecturers.  He has performed in over two thousand venues spanning two decades.Be sure not to miss this fascinating episode of A Mick A Mook and A Mic on January 26th, as Frank and Billy interview one of the great interviewers of all-time!

Tom Costabile and Roy Firestone interview mechanical engineer Ian Davis to discover how he used 3D printing to create his own prosthetic hand.

When he was still in his teens in the 1960s, Roy Firestone got an up-close look at Major League Baseball, as a spring training bat boy for the Baltimore Orioles in Florida. But instead of following that career path and becoming a bat boy the rest of his life, Roy Firestone cut into television. Starting in Miami, then moving to Los Angeles, Firestone established himself as a skilled Sports commentator and interviewer. In 1980 he joined ESPN, posting their so-called “Up Close.” I met him in 1993, what he wrote a book called up close and in your

On this episode, Leverett and Marques are joined by TV legend Roy Firestone. Roy talks about his career, what inspires him, and the valuable lessons that  can be learned through failure.

Roy Firestone is a seven-time Emmy Award-winning and seven-time cable ACE Award-winning host, interviewer, narrator, writer, and producer. As the ground-breaking, original host of ESPN's legendary Up Close, Up Close Classic and Up Close Primetime, Firestone has interviewed more than 5,000 athletes, musicians, actors and political figures, as well as scores of writers and filmmakers. Not limited to television, Firestone is also an accomplished musical vocalist and impressionist. He is also prolific on the printed page — as the author of two best-selling books, Up Close with Roy Firestone, and most recently, Don't Make Me Cry, Roy. Join Robert Manni, author of The Guys' Guy's Guide To Love as we discuss life, love and the pursuit of happiness. Subscribe to Guy's Guy Radio on iTunes! Buy The Guys' Guy's Guide to Love now!

Roy Firestone is a seven-time Emmy Award-winning and seven-time cable ACE Award-winning host, interviewer, narrator, writer, and producer. As the ground-breaking, original host of ESPN's legendary Up Close, Up Close Classic and Up Close Primetime, Firestone has interviewed more than 5,000 athletes, musicians, actors and political figures, as well as scores of writers and filmmakers. Not limited to television, Firestone is also an accomplished musical vocalist and impressionist. He is also prolific on the printed page — as the author of two best-selling books, Up Close with Roy Firestone, and most recently, Don't Make Me Cry, Roy. Join Robert Manni, author of The Guys' Guy's Guide To Love as we discuss life, love and the pursuit of happiness. Subscribe to Guy's Guy Radio on iTunes! Buy The Guys' Guy's Guide to Love now!

This episode of Mamba Moments features Roy Firestone, a man who was referred to by Sports Illustrated as, "The best interviewer in the business," having conducted over 5,000 interviews with individuals such as Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Tom Brady and Muhammad Ali. Roy shares some amazing new Kobe stories such as Kobe's budding curiosity when lightning struck as Roy conducted Kobe's first-ever interview in Los Angeles. Roy was so deeply impacted by Kobe that he adopted a dog and named him Kobe before even writing a children's book, "Kobe and a Boy Named Roy." Roy also shares incredible insight into Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan having had a relationship with both of them, including a story of Kobe studying and adopting Jordan's speaking dialect. We even shared our thoughts on the current Lakers playoff run as Kobe's spirit always looms large over the purple and gold. Any and all proceeds I personally make will go to the Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation so remember to download, subscribe and review. You can also donate to this incredible cause here: https://mambaandmambacita.org Mamba Out. Mamba ForeverSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week The Walk-Ons sit down with legendary sportscaster and journalist, Roy Firestone, to discuss his iconic career, his love of the Baltimore Orioles, and his special friendship with Kobe Bryant serving as the inspiration for his children's book "Kobe and a Boy Named Roy". Later, Ryan and Andrew discuss the week in sports touching on everything from the Tony La Russa fiasco to the already legendary Lakers-Warriors Play-in Game and why LeBron is literally the toughest athlete in the history of mankind

Famed interviewer and entertainer Roy Firestone talks about some of his amazing experiences and does his amazing impressions.

Guests: Nick Troiano, Executive Director of Unite America, On to discuss low voter turnout during primary elections. Justin Danhoe, General Counsel for the National Center for Public Policy Research, On to discuss corporate-sanctioned cancel culture. Roy Firestone, Emmy Award-winning Broadcaster, On to discuss his latest projects. And ... Your thoughts on President Biden's infrastructure plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roy Firestone is an icon in the sports interviewing world. Seven Emmy awards don't even begin to explain the historic career Roy has enjoyed and he is with us tonight to Share Intimate Stories with Kobe, Magic, Wilt, Elton John and more. He also shares secrets from The Forum Club back in the 1980's.We discuss his relationship with Muhamad Ali and some very special moments they shared as well as stories with an 18 year old Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, Wilt Chamberlin, Mike Tyson, Elton John, Lou Rawls, Arthur Ashe and many more.

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Joe Biden truly is a Trojan horse for the radical left and the executive actions he signed last week are only a snippet of what we can expect down the road from the Biden Administration. Bernie and Sid dive into what Biden has planned for this week, plus Fox News's Chris Wallace shows his true colors by not asking either of the Republican Senators about anything to do with Joe Biden and instead pressed them about the second impeachment of Donald Trump. Also, Andrew Cuomo continues to beg the federal government for money to compact the financial deficit he helped create, George Stephanopoulos throws a hissy fit when Senator Rand Paul starts hitting him with facts, and Bernie and Sid pay tribute to baseball great Hank Aaron and TV and radio host Larry King who both passed away over the weekend. And it's Monday which means Rich Lowry of National Review joins the program to weigh in on all the political happenings from over the weekend. Roy Firestone also joins the show to talk about the late greats Hank Aaron and Larry King. And "Fox and Friends" meteorologist Janice Dean stops by to talk about a potential run for New York State Governor come 2021.

Seven-time Emmy Award-winning and seven-time cable ACE Award-winning host Roy Firestone joins Bernie and Sid to remember Hank Aaron and Larry King.

Former LA-area broadcaster Roy Firestone joins the show to continue the celebration of life for dearly departed Dodger Tommy Lasorda. Roy shares some of his best Lasorda stories from the many interviews he had with him over the years. Another edition of Game of Games and Purgatory with Sedano and LZ!

7-time Emmy Award winner Roy Firestone joins Chad to discuss his new dog, family, and his unique world beyond sports as a true one-man performer. Roy also shares his thoughts on music including an unlikely encounter with Smokey Robinson, 12-18-20.

For this episode Matt is joined by one of the "Danette's" from the highly successful Dan Patrick Show - Todd Fritz, aka "Fritzy".  He started in radio at WFAN in New York, worked with Roy Firestone for "Up Close",  and ended up working at ESPN for a number of years where he connected with Dan.  Fritzy is the executive producer for the show and has been a part of the Dan Patrick Show since 2002.Fritzy shares his thoughts on how they have operated a sports talk show during a pandemic and how they navigated those waters during such an uncertain time..  He also dives into how the shows humble beginnings in Dan's attic, the dynamic of the show and how they all get it to work so smoothly.  Fritzy is responsible for booking the guests for the show and highlights a few of the guests that have been tough to get on, some that weren't as tough as he originally thought and who the one person is he would love to have on, but hasn't got on yet.  One guest who does show up occasionally and makes quite an impression when he's on set is Ron Burgundy and his appearance is also discussed.Fritzy is also known for some of his quirks on the show, like singing sports intros like the Monday Night Football theme song and he gives a couple of his favorites.  He also gives a couple of his favorite impersonations that he does like Mike Tyson and Adam Sandler.  Enjoy this conversation in the Bare's Den with Todd Fritz.  

Today's conversation is with one of the best interviewers of all-time.  Roy Firestone has interviewed over 5,000 people. He has appeared in films, hosted multiple television shows, and has recently released his brand new podcast.  Roy shares stories, impersonations, and lessons learned, including:  The importance of conversation in 2020 The trait most of the celebrities he has interviewed share What makes a great question  Roy's favorite Muhammad Ali story and much more.  Check out Roy's interview with Wilt Chamberlain Buy Roy's Book As always, thanks for listening! --JF 

Emmy award winning broadcaster, lifelong O's fan and friend of the podcast, Roy Firestone joins the show to talk about the impact of COVID-19 on the O's rebuild, the new rules for the 2020 season and Alex introduces the "guess that year" game.

First Hour: Roy Firestone, Former ESPN Anchor, joins the show to discuss "The Last Dance" and does a couple impersonations. As well as his book, That's What Im Talking About. Second Hour: Howard Balzer, NFL Hall of Fame Voter, joins the show to discuss the possible start of the NFL season.

Roy Firestone delivers a chill inducing essay he wrote in honor of Don Shula and Hoch wants to get to the bottom of the Steak Bomb debacle.

Former ESPN broadcaster, Roy Firestone joins Anita Marks to discuss his book, the Michael Jordan documentary "The Last Dance," Dennis Rodman, The Pistons and much more.

Roy Firestone has interviewed many of the biggest names that you can think of. He joins the guys to share some incredible behind-the-scenes stories about those interviews.

Grammy Winner and Journalist Roy Firestone joins the show to talk about the many interactions he had with Kobe Bryant.

He has been called one of the greatest sports journalists of our time, and his one man show leaves audiences in awe. How does this sports guy do so many amazing celebrity impressions and sing like an MVP? The roles are reversed as the legendary Roy Firestone joins Alan and Kerri for an up close and personal one-on-two gloves off interview to talk about the meaning of life, his illustrious career, and his new book, "That's What I'm Talking About." The former ESPN "Up Close" host, 7 time Emmy winner, will also dish about his favorite interviews of some of the most well-known sports icons, sharing little known stories that will enlighten and entertain. You won't want to miss the great Roy Firestone on Gurvey's Law.  Listen in every Sunday at 5 p.m. on KABC-AM 790 TalkRadio and streaming live on kabc.com! #ESPN #sports #author #talkradio #journalist #interview

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TONIGHT: We get UP CLOSE with ROY FIRESTONE… I think I counted an even dozen impressions, maybe more. And the stories, my god, the stories… Paul McCartney, Elton John, Jimmy Stewart, Richard Kline, Charles Barkley, Harry Carey, Wilt Chamberlain and Muhammad Ali to name a few. We cover it all and everything in-between and of course we to Jerry Maguire “Don’t make me cry, Roy!” Check out Roy’s new book “That’s What I’m Talking About” and go see his live variety show when it hits your town! www.royfirestone.com Thank you Roy, come back anytime! • BUT FIRST: #mrsryan #davewatch2019 #ecf from BMW of Ridgefield and a video from the weekend • Thank you for hanging with us in the #latenightplayset

Broadcast legend Roy Firestone shares stories with Chad from the five thousand interviews he has conducted over the years with athletes and other prominent people around the world, 10-29-19.

Legendary sportscaster Roy Firestone speaks the truth. What he did wrong in his infamous OJ Simpson interview - The heroes who turned out to be scoundrels and the amazing moments in his life and career. It’s honest, revealing and very funny.

We talked with former ESPN Anchor & host of "Up Close" Roy Firestone. Roy shares some of his stories that involve the biggest A-list celebs and professional athletes and he's quite the impressionist.

The Ravens are 2-0 but were unexpectedly tested in their Week 2 win over the Cardinals. Glenn actually feels better about them because of it and explains why at the top of the show. At the bottom of Hour 1, legendary former Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops checked in to discuss his new book "No Excuses," as well as the many Ravens players he recruited to the Sooners-including Mark Andrews, Marquise Brown and Orlando Brown. Early in Hour 2, Brandon Gaudin checked in after making his FOX NFL debut yesterday calling Ravens/Cardinals-he offered his thoughts on Lamar's growth, what concerns we might have going into the Chiefs game, pass interference reviews and more. And we wrapped the show with a visit from the great Roy Firestone-discussing his new book, hanging out with Brooks Robinson this weekend and the criticism of the Orioles' tanking philosophy.

Randy Moss talks about what it's going to take for Antonio Brown to work in New England and what he told the star receiver. Plus, Evan Kaplan on week 1 & Roy Firestone

Thom brings on Roy Firestone, a man best known for his riveting interviewing skills on Up Close, but also a man with more talents than you realize. They cover his time as an Oriole batboy as a kid, some of his more famous interactions, and what his current projects are.

From Tuesday, November 21, 2017: Thom brings on Roy Firestone, a man best known for his riveting interviewing skills on ESPN's "Up Close," but also a man with more talents than you realize. They cover his time as an Oriole's bat boy as a kid, some of his more famous interactions, and his current projects.

Legendary interviewer Roy Firestone joins the boys to talk about what inspired him to go into broadcasting and what he thinks is wrong (and right) about the industry today, recalls some of his most memorable interviews of all-time, sheds some light on his 1992 discussion with O.J. Simpson and delivers the best Harry Caray impression you've ever heard.

Legendary broadcaster, performer, and writer Roy Firestone, a Miami native and UM alum, joins the CanesInSight podcast to discuss a wide-range of topics including how sports media has changed over the years, the current state of Miami's football and basketball programs, and Mark Richt. At the end of the podcast, Firestone also shares an incredible Muhammad Ali story that is a must-listen.

Dr. Drew talks with Roy Firestone about #MuhammadAli

Dr Drew & Mike & Roy Firestone talk about #TheSlide - Dodgers vs Mets

Special guest Roy Firestone

Rundgren Radio with special guest 7 time Emmy Award winner Roy Firestone. His resume includes TV and radio commentator, interviewer, journalist, actor and more. Roy has interviewed over 5000 people. He has made appearances on the Late Show with David Letterman, Larry King Live, Super Dave Osborne and Nightline. Firestone also appeared in the 1996 movie Jerry Maguire. He starred in a Married with Children episode and presented the Al Bundy Sport Spectacular. So, where's the Todd connection? Roy is an avid Todd fan but more importantly he will be interviewing Todd in front of a live audience the night before the Todd Rundgren TODD+HEALING live concert in Glenside, PA! The interview will take place in Glenside or Philadelphia. More details will be coming soon and you can keep with any updates on www.SonsOf1984.com.