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Historically Speaking Sports

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Historically Speaking Sports is a dynamic sports history podcast that explores the stories, moments, athletes, and cultural shifts that helped shape the world of sports. Hosted by Dana Auguster and Charles Combs, the show goes beyond statistics and highlight reels to examine the deeper meaning behind legendary games, iconic rivalries, unforgettable performances, and defining eras across multiple s... more

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Latest Episodes

Over the years the Cleveland sports scene has had to endure some painful and heartbreaking losses, more then its fair share.

From "The Fumble", to "The Drive", to coming oh so close with their baseball team in several instances in the fall classic.... more

It has been 53 long years since the New York Knicks have win the NBA's biggest prize.

Now as they await their opponents in the Eastern Conference Finals, Historically Speaking Sports co-host Dana Auguster talks about the legacy of the New York Knic... more

Last week the men's and women's NCAA tournament expanded to 76 teams from it current 68 team format to take effect next season.

In this short bulletin, podcast co-host Dana Auguster takes you a trip through history as he illustrates how the tournam... more

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A few months back we did this for major League Baseball.

Then during the NFL Playoffs we did this for the best players that we have seen in pro football.

And now during the height of the NBA playoffs, it is basketball's turn.

In this all new ep... more

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Recent Guests

Arnie Chapman
The Football History Dude
Sports History Network
Episode: HSS NBA All-Star selection show.
Spencer Haywood
First Sonics superstar, trailblazer for underclassmen entering the NBA
Seattle SuperSonics (early career); ABA/NBA
Episode: Sonic Echo: Rise, Reign and Relocation of the Seattle SuperSonics
Ronald Tyke Oliver
Founder of Music Meets Sports; featured in closing credits
Music Meets Sports
Episode: HSS Alumni Basketball Tournament: Part 1
David Bache
Dallas Cowboys fan, recurring guest
Dallas Cowboys fan group
Episode: Super Bowl Memories
Mark Booty
South Louisiana resident, longtime sports fan
Local sports enthusiast
Episode: Super Bowl Memories
Tom Aiello
Author and history professor
Valdosta State University / Author
Episode: History of the Bayou Classic with Tom Aiello
Dan Neumann
Co-host of the Hello Old Sports Podcast
Sports History Network
Episode: America's Big Game Palace: Super Bowls in the Superdome
Jeremy McFarlin
Host of the Football is Family podcast
Sports History Network
Episode: America's Big Game Palace: Super Bowls in the Superdome
Greg de Deugd
Filmmaker chronicling the first interracial college basketball game in his film, The Secret Game: A Fast Break to Freedom.
Filmmaker
Episode: The Secret Game: A Fast Break to Freedom with Greg de Deugd

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Dana Auguster
Host of Historically Speaking Sports Podcast; former sportswriter and broadcaster

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Great job my friend

    Great job. Keep it up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Macjeremymac
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the hosts' enthusiasm and deep sports history knowledge.
The show feels well-researched and engaging for fans of nostalgic sports moments.
Guests and stories are described as relatable and informative for fans of baseball, football, and boxing history.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jordan Era What Ifs
Q: Do you think the Celtics would have contended with the up-and-coming Bulls if they had Bias and Lewis together?
Yes, around 91-92, I think they would have really given the Bulls a hard time, it may have even gone to seven games.
Jordan Era What Ifs
Q: Charles, what was the idea that you came up with and what brought this on?
Just something that I've always wondered about what if Len Bias had never died, what if Reggie Lewis had healthy careers, and how that would have altered the NBA landscape during the Jordan era.
Season of Shattered Dreams with Eric Vickrey
Q: What was some of the reaction to like the fans in the city in the days following the accident?
The accident was catastrophic for the city of Spokane, where minor league baseball was a major community event, leading to an outpouring of support including financial donations from local and national celebrities.
Season of Shattered Dreams with Eric Vickrey
Q: What inspired you to write this story in the first place?
Eric Vickrey was struck by the fact that he had never heard of this horrific accident despite being a lifelong baseball fan and realized that there were many layers to the story that could make a good project.
Last Comiskey with Ken Smoller
Q: What inspired you to write this book?
Ken was inspired to document his memories of Comiskey Park and wanted to create a lasting tribute to it.

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A history-focused sports show that blends deep dives into iconic moments with weekly rundowns of notable anniversaries and shout-outs. Listeners likely enjoy storytelling around championships, famous games, and behind-the-scenes context, with a steady emphasis on nostalgia, trivia, and the cultural impact of sports. Noteworthy is the host's background as a sportswriter and broadcaster, which may translate to thorough research, accessible storytelling, and a conversational, camaraderie-driven style that appeals to long-time fans and history buffs alike.

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Historically Speaking Sports launched 5 years ago and published 137 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Arnie Chapman
2. Spencer Haywood
3. Ronald Tyke Oliver
4. David Bache
5. Mark Booty
6. Tom Aiello
7. Dan Neumann
8. Jeremy McFarlin

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