Best Audiorama Podcasts (2023)

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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The Rose Bowl 34:21

8h ago34:21

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New Year’s Day, 1925. The Rose Bowl: As the capper to the college football season, it’s the Big One, the kingmaker, the Grandaddy of Them All. By the mid-1920s, the Rose Bowl’s reputation as a top highlight on the sports calendar was already well affirmed and the 11th game featured two programs about to enter the national consciousness forever: the…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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A Christmas Football Carol 55:27

4M ago55:27

55:27

December 1924. Legendary Ernie Doogle has passed away – but that’s not about to stop him from having some fun with his old pal in the trenches, Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer. By the grace of the almighty Harold, the man most knew as “Doogs” returns in ghostly form to take Orville on a metaphysical ride to witness Football Past, Football Present a…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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Flight 38:57

5M ago38:57

38:57

December 1924. When Orville Mulligan, Sports Writer for the Pittsburgh Guardian newspaper is assigned to cover the Rose Bowl in five days, he figures he’s out of luck – until learning he’ll be traversing the country in a whole new way: Via air. Piloting Orville to the big game is Walter Lees, a private-sector test pilot, member of the Caterpillar C…

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Youth Inc.

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Luke Keuchly On Coaching Pop Warner Football, Adapting to Your Strengths and The Benefits of Watching Film 50:15

5M ago50:15

50:15

In this episode Greg is joined by his former Carolina Panthers teammate Luke Keuchly. The pair discuss the high school football experience & recruiting (13:06), his approach to watching film (28:13) and coaching Pop Warner Football together (35:38). Greg also answers listener questions (42:38). Rate, review, subscribe and submit your questions on s…

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Youth Inc.

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Kevin Harvick On Youth Racing, Funding and Access 58:00

6M ago58:00

58:00

In this episode Greg sits down with Kevin Harvick, professional stock car racer and Daytona 500 winner. The pair discuss the youth racing landscape (4:36), the high costs of racing (21:28) and the importance of access & strategy (28:03). Greg also answers listener questions (49:51). Rate, review, subscribe and submit your questions on social @Youth…

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Youth Inc.

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Dino Babers on Coaching Principles, Program Building and Collegiate NIL impact 1:08:29

6M ago1:08:29

1:08:29

Dino Babers, Head Football Coach at Syracuse University, joins Greg for a deep dive into his principles of coaching (17:39), and what goes into building a competitive football program (34:00). Plus Dino gives a coach's perspective on the collegiate NIL space (45:47). Greg also answers listener questions (1:00:30). Rate, review, subscribe and submit…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa) 27:40

6M ago27:40

27:40

Thanksgiving Day, 1924. The recently-established tradition of the University of Pittsburgh Panthers football team hosting the Pennsylvania State Nittany Lions on the afternoon of the national autumnal holiday continues. Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is sent to cover the Pitt-Penn State “Keystone Classic” of 1924; in so doing, he discovers a throu…

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Youth Inc.

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Skip Gilbert On U.S. Youth Soccer, Specialization and Development 55:51

7M ago55:51

55:51

In this episode Greg sits down with Skip Gilbert, CEO of U.S. Youth Soccer. The pair discuss the culture of soccer in America (8:23), negative effects of specialization (18:40) and the importance of coaching in youth development (35:43). Greg also answers listener questions (50:20). Rate, review, subscribe and submit your questions on social @Youth…

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Youth Inc.

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Marcellus Wiley On Maximizing Talent and Developing Internal Drive 57:43

7M ago57:43

57:43

In this episode Greg is joined by Marcellus Wiley, former NFL football player and veteran NFL broadcaster. The pair discuss the pressure of maximizing talent (11:06), the importance of internal drive (23:42) and his journey to Columbia (35:44). Greg also answers listener questions (51:44). Rate, review, subscribe and submit your questions on social…

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Youth Inc.

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Christian Haynes “Thee BlackBadger” on Being a Full-Time Content Creator 50:27

7M ago50:27

50:27

In this episode Greg is joined by Christian Haynes, also known as “Thee BlackBadger,” former defensive back for UNC Charlotte and full time content creator. The pair discuss the transition from athlete to content creator (12:34), handling negative comments online (17:58) and how he leveraged his content into a career (24:36). Greg also answers list…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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the 1924 Colored World Series, as told by Oscar “Heavy” Johnson 10:40

7M ago10:40

10:40

Major League Baseball’s 1924 World Series was an instant classic, a seven-game thriller between the New York Giants and Washington Senators that for 50 years was unquestionably considered the finest ever played. But that same year another Fall Classic for the ages was played” The 1924 Colored World Series was the first of its kind, a meeting of the…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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Heavy 46:56

7M ago46:56

46:56

November 1924. Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is but a few weeks removed from witnessing game 7 of the World Series, thought by nearly all to have been the Finest Ever Played, alongside President Calvin Coolidge and First Lady Grace Coolidge. Now, Orville is about to learn another World Series just as fine had also been played that very same year:…

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Youth Inc.

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Yogi Roth on the Elite 11, Coaching Styles, and What Makes a 5 Star QB 1:11:05

7M ago1:11:05

1:11:05

In this episode Greg sits down with Yogi Roth, football analyst and New York Times Best-Selling Author & Emmy award-winning filmmaker. The pair discuss the importance of frontloading (23:15), the impact of the Elite 11 (25:30), different approaches to coaching (50:44) and his new book ‘5 Star QB’s’ (1:02:19). Greg also answers listener questions (1…

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Youth Inc.

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Tom House On The Mechanics of Pitching, The Power of Play and Handling Failure 1:08:03

8M ago1:08:03

1:08:03

In this episode Greg sits down with Tom House, the "father of modern throwing mechanics." The pair discuss developing athletes with the power of play (9:58), how to handle failure (18:41), the importance of warming up (30:18) and of course, the mechanics of pitching (55:11). Greg also answers listener questions (59:47) Rate, review, subscribe and s…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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The Anniversary of the Notre Dame vs Army game 1924 55:10

8M ago55:10

55:10

A special re-release of episode Number 8 "The Four Horseman" is being put out to celebrate the 98th anniversary of the famous Notre Dame vs. Army game of 1924. Grantland Rice has been credited with dubbing the all-time great quartet of backs who starred for the 1924 Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team – Miller and Stuhldreher, Crowley and Layde…

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Youth Inc.

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Pop Warner’s Tim Glase on Evolution of the Org. & Coaching Challenges 1:12:59

8M ago1:12:59

1:12:59

In this episode Greg sits down with Tim Glase, Director of Operations and Development at Pop Warner. The pair discuss the evolution of Pop Warner (10:22), differences in regional & local leagues (23:24) and the challenges of youth sports coaching (42:56). Greg also answers listener questions (1:03:50). Rate, review, subscribe and submit your questi…

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Youth Inc.

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Pat Forde on raising an Olympian, the sacrifice of swimmers and what's next in college football 57:49

8M ago57:49

57:49

In this episode Greg is joined by sports journalist Pat Forde. The pair discuss the transfer portal (10:00) and the college football playoff expansion (13:16), lifestyles of swim athletes (24:23) and being present for his daughter’s Olympic Silver Medal in Tokyo (39:00). Greg also answers listener questions (52:51). Rate, review, subscribe and subm…

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Youth Inc.

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Bruce Feldman on the fun and challenges of coaching pee wee football 1:00:21

8M ago1:00:21

1:00:21

Greg sits down with Bruce Feldman, National College Football Insider for The Athletic. The pair discuss coaching his sons’ pee wee football team (16:06), implementing the “slow mesh” (26:56), and preparing kids for high pressure situations (37:58). Greg also answers listener questions (52:10). Rate, review, subscribe and submit your questions on so…

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Youth Inc.

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Larry Nance Jr. on burnout, coaching styles and highlight culture 1:02:57

9M ago1:02:57

1:02:57

Greg sits down with Larry Nance Jr, forward for the New Orleans Pelicans. The pair discuss preventing burnout in sport specialization (9:10), adapting to different coaching styles (36:38) and the negative effects of highlight culture (49:46). Greg also answers listener questions (57:46). Rate, review, subscribe and submit your questions on social @…

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Youth Inc.

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Audiorama Presents - BLOCK FOREVER 1:07

9M ago1:07

1:07

Do you watch Thursday Night Football? Are you a fan of Audible original podcasts? 13-year NFL veteran Ryan Kalil sits down with star players, coaches and NFL personnel to pull back the curtain on the true inner-workings of the league, on a new audible original podcast that releases weekly on WEDNESDAY mornings at 8am. Why is it so hard to build a w…

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Youth Inc.

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IMG Academy's Tim Pernetti on what they offer, how it works and how to know if it's right for your child 1:03:36

9M ago1:03:36

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Greg joins Tim Pernetti, Chief Operating Officer of IMG Academy, for a deep dive into their approach to athletics and school. The pair discuss scholarships & financial aid opportunities (13:00), recruiting and the application process (19:37), the holistic approach of the IMG Academy and what a day in the life looks like for an IMG student (43:14). …

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Youth Inc.

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Josiah Johnson on leveraging social media, handling trolls and controlling your narrative 1:08:58

9M ago1:08:58

1:08:58

Greg sits down with Josiah Johnson, the King of #NBATwitter and co-host of the Outta Pocket podcast. The pair discuss benefits & pitfalls of leveraging social platforms (14:16), how to handle internet trolls (38:34), and the importance of athletes controlling their own narrative (47:00). Greg also answers listener questions (56:26). Rate, review, s…

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Youth Inc.

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Jennie Finch on travel softball, safety mechanics of pitching and the challenges of coaching 1:03:04

9M ago1:03:04

1:03:04

Jennie Finch, softball icon and Olympic gold medalist, sits down with Greg to discuss how travel softball prepared her for the future (13:37), the safety mechanics of pitching (19:29), and the challenges of balancing being a parent while coaching youth softball (38:42). Greg also answers listener questions (56:05). Rate, review, subscribe and submi…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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Roaring Chicago, part 3 29:05

9M ago29:05

29:05

By Sports History Network

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Youth Inc.

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Christian Yelich on his unique path to the pros, learning from failure and how small adjustments make for big results 1:11:07

9M ago1:11:07

1:11:07

Christian Yelich, left fielder for the Milwaukee Brewers, joins Greg to discuss traditional baseball player development (15:30), how to deal with adversity and failure (30:10), and the importance of repetition and making small adjustments (41:00). Greg also answers listener questions (59:22). Rate, review, subscribe and submit your questions on soc…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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Interlude: A Cabbie's Tale 11:36

10M ago11:36

11:36

Interlude: A Cabbie’s Tale November 1924. On his way to meet with alleged crime boss and manager of the Ragen Athletic Club, a taxi driver regales Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer with a story of his chance meeting with the great Babe Ruth when he came through Chicago back in ’21. Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is an audio drama podcast from Number…

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Youth Inc.

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Dr. Michael Gervais on coaching techniques, mindfulness and parental involvement 1:13:09

10M ago1:13:09

1:13:09

Dr. Michael Gervais is back! Greg and Dr. Gervais discuss the process of challenging your kids (10:40), the importance of asking questions in coaching (15:42), practicing mindfulness as a family (23:30), and parental involvement in youth sports (34:22). Greg also takes listener questions. Submit your questions on social @YouthInc. Rate, review and …

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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Roaring Chicago, part 2 29:46

10M ago29:46

29:46

November 1924. Sportswriter Orville Mulligan is assigned to cover two football games - one college, one NFL - in Roaring Chicago. Episode 2 features a twin bill of Red Grange & his University of Illinois Fighting Illini vs. the Coach Stagg-led U. Chicago Maroons followed by the Dayton Triangles at Chicago Cardinals in a game from the fledgling Nati…

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Youth Inc.

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Luke Fedlam on what parents need to know about the NIL era 1:12:23

10M ago1:12:23

1:12:23

Luke Fedlam, NIL expert & sports attorney, sits down with Greg to discuss what led to the Supreme Court NIL ruling (8:22); its impact on recruiting (21:00) and the transfer portal (43:52), and how universities are adapting to the future (55:17). Greg also answers listener questions (58:53). Rate, review, subscribe and submit your questions on socia…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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Roaring Chicago, part 1 36:36

10M ago36:36

36:36

By Sports History Network

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Youth Inc.

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Paul Rabil on founding Premier Lacrosse League, youth access and the history of the game 48:01

10M ago48:01

48:01

Paul Rabil joins the show today to discuss the history of lacrosse (5:30), importance of access for youth sports (24:30), and the growth opportunity with the Premier Lacrosse League (34:13). Greg also reacts and takes listener questions. Rate, review, subscribe and submit your questions on social @YouthInc…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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The Emancipation of Annie August 49:55

10M ago49:55

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November 1924. Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer and his colleagues at the Pittsburgh Guardian newspaper live in times of revolutionary change in sport, art and culture, a period of advances in American women’s rights – but even the most radical of societal shifts is based in small, personal stories of the struggle for individual freedom. This is one…

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Youth Inc.

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Tony Harper on travel baseball, the recruiting process, and Perfect Game Youth 52:59

10M ago52:59

52:59

Greg sits down with Tony Harper, Youth Operations Director for Perfect Game Youth. The pair discuss the pros and cons of travel baseball (14:50), Perfect Game’s showcases & the college recruiting process (27:29), and the best resources for youth development (37:13). Greg also answers listener questions. Submit yours on social @YouthInc. Rate, revie…

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Youth Inc.

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Lisa McCaffrey on Parenting Styles, Taunting and Football in the Family 1:21:43

11M ago1:21:43

1:21:43

Greg sits down with Lisa McCaffrey, former Stanford soccer star and mother of four. The pair discuss parenting for different personalities (20:38), taunting in youth sports (44:00), and her husband Ed McCaffrey getting her sons back together at Northern Colorado (53:20). Plus, a special apperance from Lisa’s son and Carolina Panthers running back, …

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Youth Inc.

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Nancy Lieberman on Title IX, Breaking Barriers and Learning from Kobe & Muhammad Ali 1:11:13

11M ago1:11:13

1:11:13

Greg sits down with Nancy Lieberman, basketball hall of famer & women’s sports icon. The pair discuss playing at Rucker Park as a little girl (11:47), learning from Kobe Bryant & Muhammad Ali (23:06), the opportunities Title IX created (30:29), and coaching her son, American-Israeli professional basketball player T.J Cline (48:40). Greg also reacts…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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Ad: Meeting Dr. Manscaped 9:06

11M ago9:06

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The Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer podcast and the Sports History Network are pleased to announce our advertising partnership with MANSCAPED™, the best in men’s below-the-waist grooming. On this special installment (read: advertisement) of ORville Mulligan: Sports Writer, we take you back to the very beginning, the origin story of MANSCAPED™ inno…

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Youth Inc.

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Greg Answers Listener Questions 43:52

11M ago43:52

43:52

The Q+A episode! Greg tackles questions from Youth Inc listeners head-on. Topics include when kids should start playing tackle football (3:35), how to handle a sibling rivalry (9:37), and how coaching impacts a spouse (36:47). Rate, review, subscribe and submit your questions on social @YouthInc.By Audiorama

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Youth Inc.

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Jack Marucci on the Marucci Brand, Injury Prevention and Orlando Cabrera 57:00

11M ago57:00

57:00

Greg sits down with Jack Marucci, LSU Director of Athletic Training and founder of Marucci Sports. The pair discuss the shed origin story of Marucci Bats (12:35), the time when Red Sox player Orlando Cabrera used a Marucci Bat for the first time in an MLB game (22:56), and cutting edge technology used for preventative measures for young athletes (3…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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Shipwreck 30:23

12M ago30:23

30:23

The strangest interview ever done by Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer? That one he gave while suspended 50 feet up in the air, of course. Meet Alvin “Shipwreck” Kelly, pioneer of the 1920s fad known as polesitting – unless you count a certain saint who lived in Byzantium in the 5th century AD… Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is an audio drama podcas…

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Youth Inc.

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A Special Father's Day Episode with Chris Olsen 1:02:41

12M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Greg is joined by a youth sports legend: his father, Chris Olsen. Chris shares how he built a legendary high school football program (17:44) and provides insight into the parenting approach that molded Greg and his brothers (36:25). Plus, Greg and Chris respond to listener questions like: What is one teaching moment that Chris wishes he handled dif…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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Happy Father's Day wishes from the Pittsburgh Guardian 7:19

12M ago7:19

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On Father's Day, Pittsburgh Guardian newspaper assistant editor Marla Delft presents a somewhat obscure story about her dad, Guardian editor-in-chief Frank Delft... Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is an audio drama podcast from Number 80 Productions and the Sports History Network. Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer stars Doug Fye, Ilona Fye, and Eric …

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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"The Four Horsemen" 53:22

12M ago53:22

53:22

Grantland Rice has been credited with dubbing the all-time great quartet of backs who starred for the 1924 Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team – Miller and Stuhldreher, Crowley and Layden – as “The Four Horsemen.” But did he get the expression from another source, namely Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer…? October 1924. Like many of his peers in …

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Youth Inc.

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Kim Mulkey on cultivating a competitive spirit, recruiting and the parallels of parenting and coaching 1:11:15

12M ago1:11:15

1:11:15

Greg sits down with Kim Mulkey, Hall of Fame Coach & Head Women's Basketball Coach at LSU. The pair discuss the importance of passion in sports and cultivating a competitive spirit (17:32), the recruiting process for high school athletes (31:30), and her parenting philosophy in raising two high level athletes (42:55). Greg also reacts and takes lis…

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Youth Inc.

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Tom Farrey on youth sports access, the quality of local sports teams and the Children’s Bill of Rights in Sports 1:12:03

12M ago1:12:03

1:12:03

Greg sits down with Tom Farrey, the founder of the Aspen Institute’s Sports and Society Program. The pair discuss the issue of access & resources for kids in youth sports (8:03), the importance of lifting the quality of local sports teams (19:22) and the Children’s Bill of Rights in Sports, developing a higher standard for youth sports organization…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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Orville Mulligan Sports Writer: The Soundtrack (Vol. I) 27:03

1y ago27:03

27:03

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer co-producer Os Davis plays disc jockey in this special edition of the audiodrama podcast, presenting the listeners wit a handful of musical tracks used in the production of episodes 1 and 2 of the audiodrama podcast series. Travel back in time (or simulate such) with: • “Dayton Triangles Rag (Orville Mulligan: Sports…

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Youth Inc.

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Rick Macci on training the Williams sisters, managing parents, and assessing true greatness 1:10:02

1y ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Greg sits down with legendary tennis coach Rick Macci, who was recently portrayed in the Oscar-winning film King Richard. The pair discuss Rick's process with parents (13:51), his experiences with pros like Serena (49:56) and how to spot the next great pro tennis competitor (24:25). Greg also reacts to a New York Times article about tennis academie…

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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer

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The Making Of Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer 53:48

1y ago53:48

53:48

Episode 3 of Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is still in the works, so this week Number 80 Productions bring you a “making of” of sorts. Join the Sports History Network’s Greg James as he interviews Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer producers Darrin Hayes and Os Davis for an episode of the SHN Showcase podcast. Darin and Os talk the inspiration(s) fo…

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Youth Inc.

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Dale Earnhardt Jr and Kyle Busch on Legacy, Parenting and Embracing Expectations 1:22:46

1y ago1:22:46

1:22:46

Greg is joined by two NASCAR legends: Dale Earnhardt Jr and Kyle Busch, for a special sit down episode in Charlotte, NC. The three discuss the balance between support and failure (21:51), losing and sportsmanship (48:18), how to manage and embrace expectations (1:06:52). Plus, Greg and producer Tasha take listener questions. Please rate, review and…

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President Coolidge on the 1924 World Series 8:00

1y ago8:00

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The 1924 World Series, a seven-game thriller between the Washington Senators and New York Giants, was a true “Fall Classic.” As an ardent fan of our national pastime – though not quite as much as the First Lady – President Calvin Coolidge was so moved by an action-packed game 7 and the heroics of pitcher Walter Johnson that he immediately dashed of…

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Youth Inc.

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Project Play Summit Panel on Access to Youth Sports, Rec Leagues, and Finding Quality Coaches 51:28

1y ago51:28

51:28

Live from the Project Play Summit in Washington, DC, Greg sits down with a panel of experts in the space: Jean Lee Batrus, MLB/MLBPA Youth Development Foundation Jason Sacks, Chief Development Officer, Positive Coaching Alliance Jose Corona, VP, Programs/Partnerships - Eat.Learn.Play Foundation The group discusses the challenges that influence part…

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