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Historically Speaking Sports

Sports History Network
Summer Olympics
Sports History
Chicago White Sox
Comiskey Park
Super Bowl
Pittsburgh Steelers
San Francisco 49ers
New Orleans Saints
California Golden Seals
NFL Predictions
San Diego Chargers
Miami Dolphins
1990 Chicago White Sox Season
Denver Broncos
New England Patriots
NHL
Wrigley Field
Podcasting
Los Angeles
Historical NFL Seasons

Over the course of 365 days a year, something in the world of sports always makes us stop and take notice. Dana highlights the accomplishments, memories and anniversaries of some of the greatest moments in sports history and delves into some of the hidden stories behind them. Hosted by former sportswriter and broadcaster Dana Auguster, this weekly podcast describes these sports moments like no oth... more

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Between the years of 1985 thru 1996, the New Orleans Saints had risen from the cellar of the NFL to become a perennial playoff team.

Though they never won a playoff game during that time, the Saints, behind quarterback Bobby Hebert and a legendary ... more

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September 3rd, 1995 was the start of the 76th season of the National Football league. The San Francisco 49ers were the defending Super Bowl champions and every team was looking at the new season with new hope, possibilities and opportunities.

For t... more

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Ladies and Gentlemen, football is back and not a moment too soon.

In this episode of the Historically Speaking Sports Podcast, hosts Dana Auguster and Charles Combs are joined by fellow football fans and good friends Mark Boutte and David Bashay to... more

There are teams that linger on in the memory long after they had vanished from the scene.

One such team was the Brooklyn dodgers who was one if the winningest teams in the mid 20th century and had a storied and devoted following in the borough that... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Neumann
Co-host of the Hello Old Sports Podcast
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Episode: America's Big Game Palace: Super Bowls in the Superdome
Jeremy McFarlin
Host of the Football is Family podcast
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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.
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Episode: The Secret Game: A Fast Break to Freedom with Greg de Deugd
Eric Vickrey
Author of the book "Season of Shattered Dreams"
Episode: Season of Shattered Dreams with Eric Vickrey
Ken Smoller
Author and photographer chronicling the Chicago White Sox history
Author of Last Comiskey
Episode: Last Comiskey with Ken Smoller

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Dana Auguster
Former sportswriter and broadcaster who serves as the host and guide through the world of sports history. He engages audiences with his insights into memorable moments in sports and lesser-known narratives, making history engaging for sports fans.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
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    Great job. Keep it up

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    United States5 years ago

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The humorous debates and camaraderie between hosts enhance the entertainment value, leading to a loyal listener base.
Many find the podcast informative, highlighting unique and often overlooked sports moments that resonate with both casual fans and history buffs.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and nostalgic storytelling that connects sports history to present-day events.

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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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The content prominently focuses on chronicling significant moments in sports history along with hidden narratives that are lesser-known to fans. It combines a blend of nostalgia and education, presenting weekly highlights of both historical sports achievements and events that resonate with contemporary audiences, possibly appealing to those who appreciate sports culture and history. The format is uniquely segmented, providing a thorough exploration of a featured event, a compilation of notable occurrences in a given week, and acknowledging important figures and quirky facts from the sports world. This multifaceted approach aims to engage listeners in a journey down memory lane, making it an attractive option for sports enthusiasts keen on b... more

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2. Jeremy McFarlin
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4. Eric Vickrey
5. Ken Smoller

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