Sports Authors Showcase: Finley Ball by Nancy Finley

by Rex Naylor on December 25, 2023 Podcasts Baseball

This week we discuss Finley Ball:  How Two Outsiders Turned the Oakland A's Into A Dynasty and Changed the Game Forever by Nancy Finley.  Nancy is the niece of Charlie O. Finley and daughter of Carl Finley…

Musings of a Sports Fanatic: Christmas Wishes

by Tim Clark on December 23, 2023 

Tim changes format for this week and discusses his Christmas wishes for each sport. Listen and see if you think Santa can swing any of these wishes for Tim. We hear he has been a good boy this year. 

 

Wall2WallFootball: Elf Rules Edition

by Tim Clark on December 22, 2023 

Tim and Scott are in the Christmas spirit while discussing college football signing day, coaching hires, and even give James Franklin some love. The Steelers still have many issues, so the guys discuss the best course of action. Find out who the Guys…

Back When There Was Baseball: Bobby Bonner

by Rex Naylor on December 21, 2023 Podcasts Baseball

This is one of the most inspirational stories you will ever hear. The subject of our podcast today is Bobby Bonner. He was a great prospect for the Orioles, drafted in the 3rd round of the 1976 MLB draft behind Cal Ripken, to replace…

Talking College Football History: Rick Upchurch

by Rex Naylor on December 19, 2023 College Podcasts Football

We have a great story this week with our guest Rick Upchurch.  You should remember his NFL accomplishments with the Denver Broncos from 1975-1983.  He is in the Denver Broncos Hall of Fame and on their 50th Anniversary team.  But did…

Talking Penn State Football History: Tom O'Dell

by Rex Naylor on December 19, 2023 Penn State Football Podcasts

Who had the greatest blocked extra point in Penn State history? None other than Tom O'Dell (1975 vs. Pitt). We hosted Pitt kicker Carson Long on the Talking College Football History podcast to talk about that block. Now we have Tom …

Wall2WallFootball: Gotta Go Mike Edition

by Tim Clark on December 15, 2023 

Tim and Scott both have seen enough of Mike Tomlin in Pittsburgh. They discuss reasons for the downfall, options for his departure, and more. Plus other NFL coaches in hot water, college football QB carousel, big issues with the portal, Penn State and…

Musings of a Sports Fanatic: December 15

by Tim Clark on December 15, 2023 

Tim is disgusted with baseball and has a lot to say about it. From Shohei’s 700 mill to deferred salaries to no salary cap, Tim hates it all. The Time Machine goes back to 1966 to show the difference in salaries. On the docket is more baseball, Pens…

Back When There Was Baseball: Bump Wills

by Rex Naylor on December 13, 2023 Podcasts Baseball

Bump Wills joins us on the podcast this week.  Bump is the son of Maury Wills and had a successful career along with his father.  Bump signed his MLB contract with the Texas Rangers after playing for Bobby Winkles at Arizona State. …