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Good Seats Still Available

Tim Hanlon
Baseball
NFL
Major League Baseball
NBA
North American Soccer League
New York Yankees
Soccer
Major Indoor Soccer League
World War II
John Madden
Pittsburgh Steelers
Steagles
Lacrosse
St. Louis Cardinals
USFL
Dallas Texans
Chicago Bears
Super Bowl
North American Soccer League (NASL)
Johnny Mize

"Good Seats Still Available" is a curious little podcast devoted to the exploration of what used-to-be in professional sports. Each week, host Tim Hanlon interviews former players, owners, broadcasters, beat reporters, and surprisingly famous "super fans" of teams and leagues that have come and gone - in an attempt to unearth some of the most wild and woolly moments in (often forgotten) sports his... more

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Scott Reich
Author of One Day in September, Baseball, Brotherhood, and the Birth of the All-Star Game
Compass Rose Publishing
Episode: 464: Baseball's First All-Star Game? - With Scott Reich
Logan Wiening
Founder of Old Fort Baseball Co, curator of Fort Wayne sports history merchandise
Old Fort Baseball Co
Episode: 463: Fort Wayne's Forgotten Sports History - With Logan Wiening
Mark Franek
Author of American Soccer Nation, English teacher; adjunct at YSC Academy
YSC Academy / Philadelphia Union
Episode: 462: The Original American Soccer League - With Mark Franek
William H. Brewster
Author of The Land of Sand and Cotton: Texas Working Men and Professional Baseball in 1888
University of Nebraska Press
Episode: 461: Baseball's Texas League - With William H. Brewster
Harrison Golden
Co-author of Channeling, My Life On Air, Off Air, and In Living Color (as told by Fred Hickman)
Scorecard Press / biographer
Episode: 459: CNN "Sports Tonight" Pioneer Fred Hickman - With Harrison Golden
Julie Kliegman
Author of Finding RenĂŠe Richards
HarperCollins
Episode: 458: "Finding RenĂŠe Richards" - With Julie Kliegman
Jack Hirsch
Boxing writer extraordinaire, author
Author of Michael Jinx Spinks, An Authorized Biography
Episode: 457: Boxer Michael Spinks - With Jack Hirsch
Dan Taylor
Author and sports biographer; returning guest
Author, writer (Sports history)
Episode: 456: Ted Rhodes & The United Golf Association - With Dan Taylor
Warren Rogan
Author, College All-Stars vs. NFL Champions: The Chicago Charities Football Games
Author • Sports historian
Episode: 455: The Chicago Charities College All-Star Game - With Warren Rogan

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Tim Hanlon
Host of Good Seats Still Available

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • Randall

    Another blowhard, liberal guest. 🤦

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Quayle333
    United States5 months ago
  • Randall

    Was once a big fan, but it’s now losing steam. The host seems to love to hear himself speak.

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    2
    Quayle333
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Must Listen for Sports Fans

    Tim does such a great job brining us some amazing stories from the sports leagues of the past. Have been listening for years and each show brings me back to the glory days of the MISL, NHL, USFL and so many other leagues that have come and gone. As a sports fan who truly enjoys the stories from the front office, sales, advertising and the business side of sports Good Seats Still Available is a must listen on a weekly basis!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chef RCH
    United States3 years ago
  • Tim, trim the fat!!

    Great concept poisoned by a seemingly narcissistic host, taking the longest path to a question for the mere satisfaction of hearing his own voice. Tim’s surreal roundabout way of speaking is almost impressively infuriating.

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    matthewhedrick
    United States3 years ago
  • Babineau Pod

    Loved this episode.

    More just like it please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JC In Alberta
    Canada4 years ago

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Host often receives praise for research and storytelling, though some find the questioning style long-winded
Engaging deep dives into forgotten leagues and business sides of sports
Guests consistently well-chosen, offering rich historical context and fresh angles on legacy sports

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463: Fort Wayne's Forgotten Sports History - With Logan Wiening
Q: What challenges have you faced with licensing and trademarks for old teams?
Many old teams don't have active trademark protection anymore, which helps, but I still stay careful about not using current logos and focus on homage to the history rather than direct replication.
463: Fort Wayne's Forgotten Sports History - With Logan Wiening
Q: How did you decide to start Old Fort Baseball Co and focus on Fort Wayne's forgotten teams?
I saw a gap in Fort Wayne's sports storytelling and noticed similar niche brands in other markets; I wanted to bring local history to life through apparel and experiences, building a brand around authentic memories rather than generic gear.
462: The Original American Soccer League - With Mark Franek
Q: Give our audience a bit of a background on you and your adjunct into trying to tell the sordid story of American soccer and all of its lefts and rights and turnarounds.
Mark Franek explains his role at YSC Academy within the Philadelphia Union, his research on American soccer history, and how his classroom experiences inspired him to write a readable, 150-year narrative that makes the complex history of American soccer approachable for students and general readers alike.
459: CNN "Sports Tonight" Pioneer Fred Hickman - With Harrison Golden
Q: What was the most surprising discovery about Fred Hickman during the book process?
The strongest surprise was the depth of Hickman's impact behind the scenes—the way he opened doors for others, including athletes and broadcasters of color, and how his collaboration with Nick Charles created a lasting model for televised sports journalism.
461: Baseball's Texas League - With William H. Brewster
Q: What surprised you most in researching this story?
Brewing surprises included the significant presence and later impact of black players and teams in the Texas League, and the resilience and cultural dynamics that eventually allowed a league born in 1888 to influence baseball in Texas for decades to come.

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What is Good Seats Still Available about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A history-forward show that digs into what used to be in professional sports by interviewing authors, former players, broadcasters, and insiders who lived through defunct leagues, vanished teams, and forgotten moments. Each conversation blends deep archival context with firsthand anecdotes about ownership, marketing, media, and the business side of sports, often weaving in clips and book promotions. The host leans into nostalgia and thorough research, producing insightful portraits of why certain leagues, teams, and decisions faded, while spotlighting the people who kept these stories alive. A standout hook is the focused lens on the “used-to-be” era across multiple sports, offering listeners a rich mix of history, culture, and business les... more

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Recent guests on Good Seats Still Available include:

1. Scott Reich
2. Logan Wiening
3. Mark Franek
4. William H. Brewster
5. Harrison Golden
6. Julie Kliegman
7. Jack Hirsch
8. Dan Taylor

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