Best James Allen Hall Podcasts (2024)

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Dub Nation 57:31

3d ago57:31

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Hannah heads back to 2015 and one of her favorite assignments to date: covering an up-and-coming Golden State Warriors for ESPN’s Face to Face. Legendary coach Steve Kerr and NBA All-Star Andre Iguodala recap the highs and lows of Golden State’s incredible 2014-2015 season, including the NFL legend that helped Kerr develop his coaching philosophy, …

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Spencer Paysinger talks creating “All-American" TV show, navigating Hollywood politic , and his has he found his Super Bowl ring? 53:42

5d ago53:42

53:42

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former veteran linebacker and Super Bowl champion turned Hollywood screenwriter Spencer Paysinger joins Peanut and Roman. Spencer turned in a productive seven-year NFL career that included winning Super Bowl XLVI with the New York Giants. After retirement, he immediately found success as a Hollywood s…

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Secrets 29:09

4h ago29:09

29:09

Spill all the tea but spill it slant with the Breaking Form queens in this episode dedicated to the art of secrets. If you'd like to support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. SHOW NOTES Madonna's…

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The Lake Show 1:01:24

9d ago1:01:24

1:01:24

On this episode of NBA DNA, Hannah dives into the first dynasty of the new millennium, the Shaq/Kobe Los Angeles Lakers of the early 2000s. Lakers owner and President Jeanie Buss, and seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry join the show to discuss the team’s iconic three-peat, the secret behind Phil Jackson’s success, and what Shaq and Kobe’s teammat…

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TTalk with John Arthurs 1:21:10

1d ago1:21:10

1:21:10

Join us for an engaging episode of TTalk, where Carmen Jones and Harold Sylvester sit down with the remarkable John Arthurs, a celebrated Tulane athlete and former professional basketball player. We explore John's early years in New Orleans, where he developed his athletic prowess at Wisner Playground. John reminisces about his time at De La Salle …

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Muhsin Muhammad talks Nick Saban changing his life, old school vs new school NFL, transition from NFL to private equity 52:43

12d ago52:43

52:43

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former All-Pro receiver turned private equity businessman Muhsin Muhammad joins Peanut and Roman. The guys start out talking Super Bowls, including Muhsin’s record-setting touchdown catch in Super Bowl XXXVIII and playing with Peanut in Super Bowl XLI. Muhsin later shares how legendary coach Nick Saba…

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Funny 30:39

5d ago30:39

30:39

Knock knock, darlings! Join the queens as we talk about funny poems. If you'd like to support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. SHOW NOTES Watch Stacey Waite give a full reading here (at 38:00); …

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TTalk with Mashandra Hall 1:16:11

8d ago1:16:11

1:16:11

Imagine growing up with a life filled with ballet, gymnastics, and piano lessons, only to discover your true calling is the competitive world of track and basketball. That's the story of Mashandra Hall a dynamic Tulane Hall of Famer, who joins us to share her incredible journey from Memphis to collegiate sports stardom. She tackles the contentious …

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Rodney Peete talks choosing the NFL over MLB, overcoming alcoholism, Autism Activism 40:13

19d ago40:13

40:13

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former USC legend and 16-year veteran quarterback Rodney Peete joins Peanut and Roman. Rodney discusses what it was like being runner-up to Barry Sanders in the Heisman Trophy race then becoming his teammate the next season with the Detroit Lions. Rodney carved out a respectable NFL career, but he tal…

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F*ck You Poems 27:59

12d ago27:59

27:59

Celebrating the art of the poetic punch & helping Form Breakers everywhere say "f*ck you" to their nemesissies. If you'd like to support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. SHOW NOTES Listen to Tay…

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From Pipe Dreams to Hoop Dreams: The WNBA 50:06

26d ago50:06

50:06

On this week’s episode of NBA DNA, Hannah revisits the summer of 1997 and the inaugural season of the WNBA. Basketball legends Val Ackerman, Rebecca Lobo, Annie Meyers, and Lisa Lax join the show to talk about that shortened first season: featuring six initial teams, one accidental dynasty, one ulcer, and lots of happy tears. See omnystudio.com/lis…

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Jon Dorenbos on career-ending heart surgery, Jeffrey Lurie locker room hangouts, how magic helped him cope with his father’s horrific crime 1:02:45

26d ago1:02:45

1:02:45

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, two-time Pro-Bowler Jon Dorenbos sits down with hosts Charles “Peanut” Tillman and Roman Harper. After being diagnosed with an aortic aneurysm following a trade in 2017 to the New Orleans Saints, Jon underwent immediate heart surgery that ended his football career. He opens up about that trade that sa…

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Golden Girls 28:32

28d ago28:32

28:32

Are you a friend of Dorothy? This episode pays tribute to The Golden Girls, but in the most Breaking Form way possible! If you'd like to support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. SHOW NOTES Chris…

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TJ Houshmandzadeh talks flag football with Snoop Dogg, getting his GED, bad boy Bengals teams, and more 39:08

30d ago39:08

39:08

On this episode of the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former All-Pro receiver TJ Houshmandzadeh joins Peanut and Roman for a spirited conversation. TJ explains why the talented Cincinnati Bengals teams he played with were known more for their disfunction than winning. Despite tough years early on, TJ talks about why he felt mixed emotions when h…

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TTalk with Marvin Allen, John Ripoll and Preston Washington 1:11:22

22d ago1:11:22

1:11:22

Take a trip down memory lane with us to Tulane University in 1985, where Preston Washington (Healthcare Executive), John Ripoll (Sr. VP Investments), and Marvin Allen (Asst. GM Miami Dolphins) recount their college football days. The raucous tales of camaraderie formed in Sharp Hall and the life lessons learned from influential coaches like Mack Br…

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From Pipe Dreams to Hoop Dreams: The History of Women’s Basketball 42:48

1M ago42:48

42:48

In this week’s episode of NBA DNA, we dig into the history of women’s pro hoops: from the early days in colleges and church basements to the ill-fated leagues of the 1980s, and finally, the creation of the 1996 Women’s Dream Team. Hannah shares the lesser-known story of the barnstorming tour that led to today's WNBA and sits down with some of the w…

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Versesucker 28:23

1M ago28:23

28:23

On your knees with the queens in the poetry darkroom, poetic pleasures await! Then we wipe off our kneecaps before hitting the Pride Parade. If you'd like to support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Bo…

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Braylon Edwards talks friendly rivalry with LeBron James, overcoming opioid addiction, finding his voice in radio 1:04:46

1M ago1:04:46

1:04:46

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Pro Bowl receiver Braylon Edwards joins Peanut and Roman. Braylon didn’t come to sugarcoat. He came to be real. Braylon starts out telling the guys how his Detroit roots came out when he defended an elderly man from an attack at a local YMCA (3:50). He then talks about his wild days in the NFL,…

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The Tortured Poets Department 27:40

1M ago27:40

27:40

We're snatching wigs in this one! The queens get real about bad poetry. If you'd like to support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. NOTES Watch the official lyric video for "But Daddy I Love Him" …

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The Heart of a Champion 56:51

2M ago56:51

56:51

With Michael Jordan retired from the NBA, attention shifts to the other greats: Olajuwon, Ewing, Stockton, Malone, and Barkley — all hungry for a championship. Former Rockets coach Rudy T and seven-time NBA Champion Robert Horry sit down with Hannah to talk about the team’s back-to-back wins, the strangest Game Five ever played, and the surprising …

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Jamaal Charles on the Andy Reid system, his Special Olympics journey, and how therapy saved him from dark days after football 38:11

1M ago38:11

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, All-Pro running back Jamaal Charles joins hosts Charles “Peanut” Tillman and Roman Harper. Jamaal sits down to share his improbably journey from Texas high school phenom, to the NFL, to how he’s found direction in his post-football life. Jamaal also shares his devotion to the Special Olympics, and his…

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Leading Ladies 30:24

2M ago30:24

30:24

A leading ladies game leads to a tombstone-poetry pop quiz before Monica Farrell reads a poem by Michael Dumanis. Happy Pride Month! Watch Anne Sexton respond to a vile review (published in The Southern Review) of Live or Die. Read "Menstruation at Forty" from Live or Die. Read "Rapunzel" from Sexton's Transformations. On Watch What Happens Live wi…

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TTalk with Jerome McIntosh 1:23:13

2M ago1:23:13

1:23:13

Join us on this episode of TTalk as we sit down with Jerome McIntosh, a dynamic athlete who shares his incredible story from growing up on military bases to making waves on the football field. Jerome's unique upbringing across Idaho, Germany, California, and Florida instilled in him the resilience and adaptability that became the cornerstones of hi…

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Andre Rison talks why he’s the G.O.A.T. receiver, the NFL’s Allen Iverson, and his rivalry turned brotherhood with Deion Sanders 1:05:02

2M ago1:05:02

1:05:02

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former All-Pro receiver Andre “Bad Moon” Rison joins hosts Charles “Peanut” Tillman and Roman Harper. Andre joined the guys from the 2024 Draft in Detroit. Andre shared with the guys what it was like becoming a star with the Atlanta Falcons alongside fellow star Deion Sanders. Andre was no stranger to…

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Early Reads 29:25

2M ago29:25

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The queens revisit some early, inspiring books of poetry that still slap! Come nerd out with us. If you'd like to support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. Read Linda Gregg's "Part of Me Wanting …

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TTalk with James McKinley 1:03:54

2M ago1:03:54

1:03:54

We welcome James McKinley, a former Tulane defensive back who made his mark for Coach Mack Brown in the 1987 Independence Bowl. Witness a tale of unwavering spirit, familial influence, and a steely determination that catapulted a late bloomer from a vocational high school into football stardom and a career in mortgage financing. We explore how the …

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Marcus Spears on the DM that led to ESPN, Parcells tough love, his hoop dreams 33:25

2M ago33:25

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, ESPN Analyst and former NFL Defensive End Marcus Spears joins Peanut and Roman. Marcus, a.k.a. “The Big Swagu,” tells the guys how he got his nickname and how Commissioner Roger Goodell stamped it. He also reveals how his road to ESPN started with a DM he sent. Marcus shares why he chose football at L…

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BONUS: The Charles Barkley Interview 1:00:55

2M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

In this special bonus episode of NBA DNA, Hannah sits down with one of the greatest to play the game, Charles Barkley. Hannah and Sir Charles dig into his storied career (including when he almost joined the Trail Blazers!), his early years in Philly and golden years in Phoenix, and his pivot to broadcasting. Plus, how his mea culpa moment with Hann…

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Behind the Scenes with Jackie Greene: Music, Family, and Secret Tales 55:20

2M ago55:20

55:20

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Americana and roots singer-songwriter Jackie Greene before his second of three sold-out shows at The Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA in February 2024. Joined by his wife, Kyle, who reveals some lesser-known stories and behind-the-scenes moments about their life together, Jackie muses about his music…

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Heathers 29:00

2M ago29:00

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Break out the croquet for a game of poets named Heather before the queens talk poetry inspired by the movie Heathers. No, Heather, it's Heather's turn! Please support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way B…

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TTalk with Michael Christian 1:39:17

2M ago1:39:17

1:39:17

In this episode, we chart the evolution of a high school phenom into a junior college standout at Delgado and shares the camaraderie and growth that propelled him to Tulane University and the Posse. With a life as vibrant as a game-winning buzzer-beater, Michael Christian opens up about his international upbringing, the formative influence of his A…

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Cam Jordan talks Hall of Famers from his 2011 Draft, where he ranks among all-time great D-Ends, shedding the nepotism label 27:52

2M ago27:52

27:52

On this episode of the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Saints All-Pro Cam Jordan joins Peanut and Roman for an entertaining and enlightening conversation. Cam starts off telling the guys why the 2011 Draft class he was in is the greatest in NFL history, and who he feels from that class will one day join him in the Hall of Fame. Cam shares how’s w…

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The Dream Team 46:08

2M ago46:08

46:08

In this week’s episode of NBA DNA, we look at the greatest team assembled: The 1992 Men’s Olympic Basketball Team — aka, The Dream Team. Hannah is joined by Hall-of-Famer Charles Barkley and Dream Team Coach PJ Carlesimo who reminisce about their unforgettable summer, complete with iconic practices, international rivalries, and late nights at the p…

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Letters to a Stranger 29:09

2M ago29:09

29:09

The queens blur the boundaries between Dylan Thomas James, then become shady ladies about Broetry. If you'd like to support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. Read Dylan Thomas's incredible villan…

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Michael Franti backstage at the Mill Valley Music Festival 2023 21:40

2M ago21:40

21:40

Michael Franti, the amazing and crowd loving singer, songwriter, musician, poet, activist, documentarian, and rapper. We sat down with Michael backstage at the Mill Valley Music Festival, 2023. In honor of Mother’s Day we are releasing this now as in this interview, Michael reflects on his own Mother and how she influenced his life and music. Micha…

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Darrell Green talks old beef with Jerry Rice, finally getting his jersey retired, running a 4.43 at 50 1:04:58

2M ago1:04:58

1:04:58

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by Hall of Fame cornerback Darrell Green. He joined the guys the same day the Washington Commanders announced his #28 jersey would be retired by the organization. Darrell talks about that special honor and rekindling his relationship with organization under its new ownershi…

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The Bad Boys 45:41

2M ago45:41

45:41

Detroit Pistons legend Isiah Thomas stops by to talk about the team's back-to-back NBA championships, his biggest gripe with the Chicago Bulls, and whether the team is the NBA’s forgotten dynasty. But first, we head inside the metaphorical locker room that once was CNN Sports Tonight, complete with 2:30 a.m. newscasts, Subway sandwiches, and Hannah…

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The Art of Losing: The Love Life of Elizabeth Bishop 28:49

3M ago28:49

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The art of losing isn't hard to master in this episode devoted to the loves and losses of Elizabeth Bishop's life. If you'd like to support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. Read Bishop's villane…

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TTalk with Barbara Farris 2:07:20

2M ago2:07:20

2:07:20

Barbara Farris has had an exceptional basketball career as a player, coach, and champion on various levels, despite starting late at age thirteen. Her experiences playing and coaching basketball globally demonstrate its role in her personal growth, as well as the profound impact she has had on her players and the community, exemplifying the importa…

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Chris Harris, Jr. on his NFL retirement, Champ Bailey mentorship, reclaiming land in Tulsa 35:49

3M ago35:49

35:49

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by Super Bowl champion cornerback Chris Harris, Jr. During an improbable 12-year NFL career after going undrafted in 2011, Chris not only won a title, but he turned himself into an All-Pro, and was a vaunted member of the Denver Broncos “No Fly Zone” secondary that’s still …

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BONUS: The Rex Chapman Interview 43:17

3M ago43:17

43:17

In this special bonus episode of NBA DNA, Hannah sits down with NBA veteran, University of Kentucky legend, podcast host, and social media influencer Rex Chapman. Rex and Hannah talk about his first year in the league, his struggles with depression and substance abuse, his journey to self-acceptance, and his second act as a social media star. Like …

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The Gods at 3 A.M. (guest Jericho Brown on Reginald Shepherd pt. 2) 29:10

3M ago29:10

29:10

Jericho Brown returns to finish the conversation about Reginald Shepherd, (in)formalism, and inspiration. If you'd like to support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. Jericho's THE SELECTED SHEPHER…

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TTalk with Bernard Robertson 1:27:00

3M ago1:27:00

1:27:00

When a New Orleans East kid dreams of athletic stardom, the road isn't always paved in gold. Bernard Robertson, III knows this all too well, and he takes us through the side streets and sharp turns from swimming pools and tennis courts to the roar of NFL stadiums. Our conversation threads through Bernard's formative years, where family influence an…

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Donald Driver on Roman body-slamming him in a game, why he hates Peanut, and using his sports performance brand to support HBCUs 12:39

3M ago12:39

12:39

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Green Bay Packers Pro Bowl receiver Donald Driver joins Peanut and Roman. The guys recall some of their fierce battles on the field, including the time Roman body-slammed Donald, which he was penalized for, and another when Peanut tried to, playfully, break Donad’s arm. Donald is a dedicated su…

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The Longshots 46:44

3M ago46:44

46:44

Hannah moves to North Carolina to cover NASCAR… and the NBA’s newest franchise The Charlotte Hornets. We dig into the team’s wild first season, complete with crashing scoreboards, tuxedo-clad crowds, and a young Dell Curry and Rex Chapman. Dell and Rex reflect on those early wins (and losses), what it takes to start a new franchise, their enduring …

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Book Club 29:47

3M ago29:47

29:47

If you bring along to Breaking Form Book Club an extra bottle of chardonnay, we'll read some poems from books you may have missed.... If you'd like to support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. Re…

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TTalk with Britney Hurst Temple 1:05:17

3M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

We talk with Britney Hurst Temple, a volleyball titan whose illustrious career has vaulted her into the Tulane University Hall of Fame. Britney shares a candid retrospective of her sports career, reflecting on pivotal moments from her early days as a high-energy athlete under her mother's guidance, to her transformation into a volleyball prodigy. T…

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TJ Ward on going from player to sports agent, legacy of the “No Fly Zone,” being part of a 151-game winning streak 15:31

3M ago15:31

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Super Bowl champion TJ Ward joins Peanut and Roman. TJ shares stories of what it was like when his Denver Broncos beat Peanut and Roman’s Panthers in Super Bowl 50, and how special it was to win it in his hometown. TJ’s winning pedigree started in high school, and he talks about playing at De La Salle…

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H-Town 51:57

3M ago51:57

51:57

Hannah heads deep into the heart of Texas to reminisce about her punk rock radio origins and early years covering the Houston Rockets. Former GM Steve Patterson, and Rockets legends Rudy Tomjanovich and Ralph Sampson bring us inside the ’81 and ’86 NBA Finals. Then, Hannah and good friend Judy Cohen take a trip down memory lane, complete with ’80s …

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Make Myself a Myth (guest Jericho Brown on Reginald Shepherd) 31:21

3M ago31:21

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If you'd like to support Breaking Form: Review the show on Apple Podcasts here. Buy our books: Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. You can purchase The Selected Shepherd edited by Jericho Brown directly from the press at: https://upittpress.org/books/9780822948216/ C…

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