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Just Wondering... with Norm Hitzges

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Norm Hitzges ranks as a sports talk show legend having spent 48 continuous years on the air in Dallas. Now begins his next chapter with his new podcast "Just Wondering..." From major interviews to waxing philosophical, join Norm every day as he talks sports, travel life or...anything he's just wondering about.

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In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm reflects on over 50 years in sports media while diving into today’s biggest conversations across the sports world. From Shohei Ohtani’s historic dominance and $700 million contract to the ongoing frustrations s... more

In this episode of Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges, Norm explores how bold vision and big ambitions are shaping the sports world — from college football sidelines to NBA ownership and the dreams of one of the NFL’s most famous owners.

Norm begins b... more

Just Wondering, Norm Hitzges sits down with longtime Dallas Morning News columnist Tim Cowlishaw for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of Dallas sports — and whether anyone is fixing the right problems.

They open with the Dallas Cowboys’ o... more

Today on Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges, Norm tackles three stories that couldn’t be more different — but all revolve around one word: fairness.

First, the NBA’s double standard.

Norm breaks down why tanking teams like the Utah Jazz are fined hea... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Cowlishaw
A fixture on the Dallas Morning News and former ESPN radio host.
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Texas Radio Hall of Famer and co-founder of radio station The Ticket
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Josh Bogorad
Play-by-play voice of the Dallas Stars, former broadcaster for the Alaska Aces and LA Kings.
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Mary Hitzges
Co-host and contributor
Just Wondering...
Episode: Norm Hitzges Podcast: Another Frustrating Dallas Cowboys Offseason
Evan Grant
Texas Rangers beat reporter for the Dallas Morning News since 1997
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Episode: Norm Hitzges Podcast: The State of the Texas Rangers with Beat Writer Evan Grant
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Former professional football quarterback and current sports broadcaster.
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Lee Trevino
Professional golfer and sports icon.
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Norm Hitzges
Host of Just Wondering... with Norm Hitzges

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 137 ratings
  • I love you norm, but we’ll never agree on Pete rose

    This man has had the greatest sports info and takes on DFW sports forever, and he’s quite philosophical. I have a signed copy of his poetry book he wrote after coming out of Buffalo. I wish I could get him to resign it for me, as the signature was well before I was born.

    Sadly I’ll just always disagree on his Pete Rose hall of fame take. I won’t lay out my arguments here, but he’s yet to say anything that breaks my reasoning. I LOVE norm though, I owe my PhD in psychology to him, and he’ll nev... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    istaphobe
    United States10 months ago
  • We love Norm!

    We love listening to Norm! He is a walking expert for sports, travel and life! We are so happy we still get to him weekly! We miss him on the Ticket!!! Love Norm and Mary!💙🩷

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Granna Jan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Sharpie812

    Cmon Sweet Norm! Please stop the smacking, I getting to where I cannot hear anything else!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Stban Filoso
    United Statesa year ago
  • Kevin Sumlin?

    You referred to Mike Tomlin as Kevin Sumlin 4 times… wrong brother bro

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    L C J 2000
    United States2 years ago
  • Love Norm

    I have been a listener to Norm for twenty years. This app allows for ten minutes with Norm every weekday.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    muffinloaf20
    United States2 years ago

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Engaging host with long career in sports and thoughtful takes.
Consistent daily content that blends sports with travel and life.
Some fans request more guest diversity and longer episodes.
Loyal, long-term listenership with strong community feel.
Audio quality complaints appear occasionally from a subset of listeners.

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Fix the Defense, Fix the League, Fix the Rangers? | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges
Q: How do you read the Mavs' future?
While there's some talent with Flag and a youthful team, the outlook isn't particularly bright due to strong competition in the West.
Fix the Defense, Fix the League, Fix the Rangers? | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges
Q: Does Jerry Jones know how to win?
He thinks he does, but despite many near misses, the Cowboys have missed the playoffs more often than they have made it in recent decades.
What’s Mark Cuban Thinking These Days? | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges
Q: Will you ever try again to buy a professional sports franchise?
I'd consider it, but it wouldn't be the same as before.
What’s Mark Cuban Thinking These Days? | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges
Q: Do you regret selling the Mavericks?
There are times I regretted it, but overall, I value the time with my family that I've gained since the sale.
What’s Mark Cuban Thinking These Days? | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges
Q: Can you tell us how it feels now to not be in control of the franchise anymore?
It feels very different, and I have those instincts about what I would have done, but now I don't have that responsibility or stress over it.

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A veteran Dallas sports entrepreneur and broadcaster hosts a daily conversation that blends memories of local sports with current issues in football, boxing, and media, often weaving in travel, life musings, and personal anecdotes. Episodes frequently cover the Dallas Cowboys, NFL salary cap dynamics, college football trends, and the evolving sports media landscape, with occasional interviews and behind-the-scenes takes on ownership, boxing controversies, and broad cultural topics. What stands out is a frank, opinion-driven style that mixes long-form storytelling with topical analysis, plus light sponsor reads and banter that grounds discussions in everyday life.

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1. Tim Cowlishaw
2. Mike Rhyner
3. Josh Bogorad
4. Mary Hitzges
5. Evan Grant
6. Troy Aikman
7. Lee Trevino
8. Drew Pearson

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