Podcasts about sports history

The guys were joined by David to open the third hour for a CFB Blitz. Then, they spent the rest of the hour discussing the biggest 1st round draft busts in Detroit sports history.

JR concludes Tuesday's show by discussing Charles Barkley's comments on how TNT handled the 'Inside the NBA' licensing, whether or not sports leagues are getting too close to the sun with gambling sponsorships, and 'This Day in Sports History.'

After former Titans WR Treylon Burks was released this week, Rico and Stoney discuss some other brutal trades that have taken place in sports history.

The guys finished out today's show with a discussion on the worst trades in sports history before they did the "Big Finish" ahead of Tigers baseball.

JR recaps the day in sports | Shaq has some harsh comments for Rudy Gobert. | JR on the last time he used a check. | This Day in Sports History. |

The viral commercial has a mysteriously simple message: sportsmanship. The child actor has gotten dunked on by NBA Twitter for more than a decade. Correspondent Zach Schwartz untangles a web from Madison Avenue to the Supreme Court to Damian Lillard, in search of a boy named Alex — and the meaning of perseverance. (This episode originally aired January 7, 2025.) • Subscribe to Pablo's Substack for exclusive access, documents and invites https://pablo.show/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob and Jeremy took some time during the second hour of Monday's BBMS to debate the greatest rookie performances in sports history.

Rob and Jeremy took some time from Monday's BBMS to debate the best performances by a rookie sports history. Where does Nick Kurtz's 6-6, four homerun game rank?

Mike Pesca is one of our very favorite guests — on any number of topics. His book, Upon Further Review: The Greatest What-Ifs in Sports History, is a whole series of earth-shattering, hypothetical, what-if questions (and posited answers to said earth-shattering, hypothetical, what-if questions): What if a blimp full of money had exploded over world track headquarters in 1952? What if Nixon had been good at football? What if Bobby Fischer had received proper psychiatric help? What if the Dodgers hadn’t left Brooklyn? What if basketball rims were smaller than basketballs? What if the 1999 U.S. women’s national soccer team had lost the Women’s World Cup? And yes: What if the Olympics had never dropped tug of war? It goes on and on. Pesca joins us for the hour. GUESTS: Will Leitch: Contributing editor at New York magazine, founder of Deadspin, and a whole bunch of other things Mike Pesca: Host of The Gist and the author of Upon Further Review Louisa Thomas: Staff writer at The New Yorker and the author of Louisa: The Extraordinary Life of Mrs. Adams The Colin McEnroe Show is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Noseletter, an email compendium of merriment, secrets, and ancient wisdom brought to you by The Colin McEnroe Show. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Colin McEnroe and Chion Wolf contributed to this show, which originally aired June 7, 2018. Our programming is made possible thanks to listeners like you. Please consider supporting this show and Connecticut Public with a donation today.Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JR recaps the day in sports. | JR on the kid who was suspended for bat-flipping. | This Day in Sports History. |

JR recaps the day in sports. | Joe Burrow seems sad on the Bengals while Lamar Jackson is excited. | JR on the New Jersey kid who was suspended for bat-flipping. | This Day in Sports History. |

JR recaps the day in sports. | JR on Tyrese Haliburton's comments after tearing his achilles. | This Day in Sports History. |

Mysterious holes suddenly popping up on the field, leaving players and fans scratching their heads. It's like Mother Nature decided to play a prank on the pitch! But that's not all – did you know that a football once survived a space mission? Yep, an astronaut kicked it on the moon during the Apollo 14 mission. Oh, and back on Earth, there's a team in Greenland that plays on an all-ice field. Sports is full of quirky tales, from mystery holes to moon kicks – the unexpected is always part of the game. ⚽

The viral commercial has a mysteriously simple message: sportsmanship. The child actor has gotten dunked on by NBA Twitter for more than a decade. Correspondent Zach Schwartz untangles a web from Madison Avenue to the Supreme Court to Damian Lillard, in search of a boy named Alex — and the meaning of perseverance. (This episode originally aired January 7, 2025.) • Subscribe to Pablo's Substack for exclusive access, documents and invites https://pablo.show/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The viral commercial has a mysteriously simple message: sportsmanship. The child actor has gotten dunked on by NBA Twitter for more than a decade. Correspondent Zach Schwartz untangles a web from Madison Avenue to the Supreme Court to Damian Lillard, in search of a boy named Alex — and the meaning of perseverance. (This episode originally aired January 7, 2025.) • Subscribe to Pablo's Substack for exclusive access, documents and invites https://pablo.show/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In hour 3, Spadoni and Shasky discuss some of the worst stat lines in pro sports history. The guys also wonder, is it time to shut down Devers?

JR recaps the day in sports. | JR on the Coldplay CEO incident and all the fallout from the situation. | This Day in Sports History. |

If you could heal one injury in sports history, which would you choose—and how much would it change everything? In this episode of Missing the Point, hosts Dave Clarke, Mike Marcangelo, and Bob Kelly dive headfirst into the biggest "what if" scenarios in professional sports: what happens when you undo the most devastating injuries of all time?From the NBA to the NFL, MLB to WWE, this is the ultimate alternate timeline conversation for every die-hard sports fan. We explore:What if Len Bias never died and became a Boston Celtics legend?What if Larry Bird never hurt his back—could the Celtics have taken down Jordan's Bulls?What if Kevin Garnett's knee held up—do the Celtics win three straight titles?What if Drew Bledsoe never got injured—does Tom Brady even become a GOAT?How would Derrick Rose's career look without the ACL tear?What if Tiger Woods never suffered back injuries—would he have passed Jack Nicklaus?Could Yao Ming have changed the landscape of the NBA as the league's global icon?We also dive into WWE's most tragic turning point—Bret Hart's concussion from Goldberg in 1999—and how it could have reshaped wrestling's entire Attitude Era.

JR recaps the day in sports. | Manny Pacquiao and Jon Jones will get back in the ring/octagon. | This Day in Sports History. |

For Prime Time Episode 346, Mel Shah of MBombay Cigars joins Will and Aaron as the special guest for the evening. MBombay cigars have been around for a decade, and this past year has seen the brand get a restart. We will talk about Mel's story, the relaunch of the brand, and some of the very unique things he has done with his brands. Plus we will have our FSG Tobacco Farm Beef Segment, Altadis U.S.A. The Ties that Bind, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation Segments

For Prime Time Episode 346, Mel Shah of MBombay Cigars joins Will and Aaron as the special guest for the evening. MBombay cigars have been around for a decade, and this past year has seen the brand get a restart. We will talk about Mel's story, the relaunch of the brand, and some of the very unique things he has done with his brands. Plus we will have our FSG Tobacco Farm Beef Segment, Altadis U.S.A. The Ties that Bind, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation Segments

The Broncos and second-round pick R.J. Harvey agreed to terms on a 4-year contract. How will the carries be split up between Harvey and J.K. Dobbins this season? What's more important - having a dominant defense or a dominant offense? Plus, with T.J. Watt signing a massive extension with the Steelers yesterday, who are some of the best sibling duos in sports history? Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl get into it on a Friday version of Hot Takes!

JR on athletes getting hounded with jokes on the ESPYS . | Wyndham Clark crashes out at the golf course. | This Day in Sports History. |

JR recaps the day in sports. | Is the WNBA Skills Showcase night too bland? | Will the MLB introduce a salary cap in the new CBA? | This Day in Sports History. |

This episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast delves into the life and tragic death of Len Bias, a promising basketball star whose life was cut short by a drug overdose just days after being drafted by the Boston Celtics. Coach Blu Robinson narrates Bias's journey from a talented youth in Prince George's County to a college basketball sensation at the University of Maryland, highlighting the impact of his community and family. The podcast explores the circumstances surrounding his death, the subsequent legal and personal ramifications for his friends and family, and the lasting legacy of Bias, including the creation of the Len Bias Law aimed at combating drug abuse. Through this poignant story, listeners are reminded of the fragility of life and the importance of making wise choices. Takeaways Len Bias was a rising star in basketball. His death highlighted the dangers of drug use. The Bias family became advocates for change after their loss. The Len Bias Law was enacted to combat drug abuse. Community support played a crucial role in Len's life. Len's story serves as a cautionary tale for young athletes. The impact of addiction extends beyond the individual. The University of Maryland faced scrutiny after Len's death. Len's legacy continues to inspire discussions on addiction. Life is fragile and should be respected. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Addict to Athlete Podcast 03:34 Len Bias: Rise to Basketball Stardom 05:54 College Career and Rivalry with Michael Jordan 11:53 The NBA Draft and Promising Future 15:03 The Excitement of Becoming a Celtic 17:55 Celebration and Choices 21:03 The Ripple Effect of Tragedy 25:09 The Bias Family's Advocacy 28:38 Legislative Changes and Legacy   Please join Addict to Athlete's Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriety! https://www.patreon.com/addicttoathlete   Please visit our website for more information on Team Addict to Athlete and Addiction Recovery Podcasts. https://www.AddictToAthlete.org   Join the Team! Circle, our new social support event, along with the team and athlete communication platform, is designed to help us break free from doom scrolling and shadow banning and foster stronger connections among us. Follow the link, download the app, and start this new chapter of Team AIIA! Join Circle https://a2a.circle.so/join?invitation_token=16daaa0d9ecd7421d384dd05a461464ce149cc9e-63d4aa30-1a67-4120-ae12-124791dfb519

JR recaps the day in sports. | Is the all-star game too bland now? | LeBron refuses to speak about the Lakers. | This Day in Sports History. |

Mysterious holes suddenly popping up on the field, leaving players and fans scratching their heads. It's like Mother Nature decided to play a prank on the pitch! But that's not all – did you know that a football once survived a space mission? Yep, an astronaut kicked it on the moon during the Apollo 14 mission. Oh, and back on Earth, there's a team in Greenland that plays on an all-ice field. Sports is full of quirky tales, from mystery holes to moon kicks – the unexpected is always part of the game. ⚽

JR discusses Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano 3 and This Day In Sports History

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JR recaps the day in sports. | JR sits down with Julia from Morgan State University to talk about her coverage of the FIFA Club World Cup. | This Day in Sports History. |

For Prime Time Episode 345, we welcome back Sebastien Decoppet and Brian Motola as our special guests. The co-owners of Cavalier Genève always have exciting things going on. This year, it's Project Broadleaf – a unique concept involving Broadleaf wrapper. Plus we will get updates on the latest happenings out of the factory. We will also have our Ties That Bind, FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and DTT Industry Deliberation segments.

For Prime Time Episode 345, we welcome back Sebastien Decoppet and Brian Motola as our special guests. The co-owners of Cavalier Genève always have exciting things going on. This year, it's Project Broadleaf – a unique concept involving Broadleaf wrapper. Plus we will get updates on the latest happenings out of the factory. We will also have our Ties That Bind, FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and DTT Industry Deliberation segments.

JR takes more calls on great rookie seasons in sports. | This Day in Sports History. |

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JR explains how LeBron's move to Miami messed up the CBA in the NBA. | KD on the impacts of an Achilles tear. | This Day in Sports History. |

JR on the report that Damian Lillard might return to Portland. | JR is joined by Holly O'Neill from Bank of America. | This Day in Sports History. |

Today is the anniversary of the Sonics officially leaving Seattle back in 2008...what do you remember about that day? Ty Dane Gonzalez joins the show to talk about Cal Raleigh in the Home Run Derby, the pitching staff, and what the options are for the trade deadline. Should the Mariners think about calling up Lazaro Montes? Seattle Kraken roundtable: Darren Brown and Curtis Crabtree join to talk about the Kraken off season so far, if there might be another move incoming, and more. Checking the textline. Dick Fain joins for cross talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: The top moments in Pittsburgh sports history since the year 2000. The Pirates have outscored opponents 43-4 over the last six games. It's the most runs scored in six games while allowing fewer than five runs in MLB history. Austin makes a crazy take that Penn State should be considered a Pittsburgh sports team.

JR takes calls on the Houston Rockets. | An update on Malik Beasley. | This Day in Sports History. |

JR on NBA free agency. | The WNBA is expanding. | This Day in Sports History. |

JR Jason Kidd wanting Cooper Flagg playing point guard. | The NHL Draft is taking forever to finish. | Jon Jones stole a caller's girlfriend. | This Day in Sports History. |

JR on the NBA Draft and if two nights are necessary. | President of Roc Nation Sports Michael Yormark joins the show! | This Day in Sports History. |

For Prime Time Episode 344, we welcome back Jonathan Carney as our special guest. Jon is currently the CEO of Bentley Tobacco | USA, but he also is wearing a lot of other hats including working with Hooten Young. We'll catch up with Jon on his projects. We will also have our FSG Beef Segment, Altadis USA Ties the Bind, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and DTT Industry Deliberation segment.

JR on the NBA Draft. | Your calls on NBA busts. | This Day in Sports History. |

Witt was loved and then was hated. Who else had that career arc as an athlete here in KC?

This episode of Burn It All Down was recorded in front of a live audience on May 26, 2025, at the North American Society for Sports History's annual conference, which took place at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau.We're back, one more time, for another one-off live show. We are not resuming weekly shows at this point. If you are interested to bringing BIAD to your location for a live show, please contact us through our website: https://www.burnitalldownpod.com/EPISODE SUMMARY:This week, Shireen, Lindsay, Amira, Brenda, and Jessica talk about sports in this moment of upheaval.  They discuss athlete activism (or the lack thereof), what we can learn about right now from what has come before, what all of these means on an international level, and how sports intersects and affects the so-called “culture wars” directly.And, as always, you'll hear the Burn Pile and Torchbearers, starring Nikola Čorbová, the first woman to finish the brutal 138-mile Himalaya XTRI triathlon.EPISODE NOTES: We want to thank Dr. Russell Field and everyone at NASSH for bringing us together for this live show. This episode was produced by Martin Kessler. Shelby Weldon is our social media and website specialist. For show notes, transcripts, and more info about BIAD, check out our website: http://www.burnitalldownpod.comNOTE: We will have a transcript for this episode available on our site as soon as we can, though not as quickly as we used to. We are not the well-oiled machine we used to be; things take more time these days.For BIAD merchandise: https://teespring.com/stores/burn-it-all-downFind us on Blueskey: https://bsky.app/profile/burnitalldownpod.com; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BurnItAllDownPod/; and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burnitalldownpod/.

(00:00) Adam 12 quizzes Jon, Dan and Holley on the WORST trades in Boston sports history (15:22) Dan Roche takes a deep dive into the Devers trade and his thoughts on the entire situation. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston’s home for sports!

We get lost here, and stumble into the most embarrassing moments in sports history.

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