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Retro Sports Radio: Classic Games from History

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Classic radio broadcasts of baseball and football games and interviews from the past 100 years in sports history. Hear the greats like Vin Scully, Ernie Harwell, Mel Allen, Harry Caray, and Phil Rizzuto with the vintage radio play-by-play.

Full games are published 3 times a week on Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday. Bonus content and interview clips will be published on Mondays.

All of the old-time ra... more

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Latest Episodes

- 1972 Oakland Athletics

- 1972 MLB Standings

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- Announcers

- Monte Moore

- Jim Woods

- Jimmy Piersall

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- Key Players

- 1B - Mike Epstein

- LF - Joe Rudi

- CF-RF - Reggie Jackson

- 3B - Sal Bando

- C - Dave Duncan

- CF-RF - An... more

- 1981 MLB Standings

- Thursday, June 11, 1981

- Attendance: 18,612

- Venue: Shea Stadium

- Radio Announcers

- Marty Brennaman

- Joe Nuxhall

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- Managers

- John McNamara

- Joe Torre

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- Starting Lineups

- 1981 Cincinnati Red... more

1968 Detroit Tigers

1968 MLB Standings

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- LF - Willie Horton

- 1B-RF - Al Kaline

- C - Bill Freehan

- 1B - Norm Cash

- CF-RF - Jim Northrup

- 2B - Dick McAuliffe

- CF - Mickey Stanley

- 3B - Don Wert

- SS - Tommy Matchick

- SP - Earl W... more

. - 1962 MLB Standings

- Wednesday, May 30, 1962

- Venue: Polo Grounds

- First game of doubleheader, -

- Radio Announcers

- Bob Murphy

- Lindsey Nelson

- Ralph Kiner

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- Starting Lineups

- 1962 Los Angeles Dodgers

- 1 - SS - Mau... more

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Bill Freehan
Former MLB catcher for the Detroit Tigers
Detroit Tigers
Episode: 1968 - Baseball Clip - The Year of the Detroit Tigers - Highlights
Mickey Lolich
Former pitcher for the Detroit Tigers
Detroit Tigers
Episode: 1968 - Baseball Clip - The Year of the Detroit Tigers - Highlights
Bob Feller
Famous American baseball pitcher known for playing with the Cleveland Indians
Cleveland Indians
Episode: 1948 • Baseball Clip • Jack Benny & Bob Feller - Radio Interview
Satchel Paige
Legendary baseball pitcher known for his time in the Negro Leagues and Major League Baseball
Kansas City Monarchs
Episode: 1960 • Baseball Clip • Jackie Robinson & Satchel Paige - Radio Interview
Ed Macauley
Legendary basketball player and coach of the St. Louis Hawks
St. Louis Hawks
Episode: 1958 • Basketball Clip • Ed Macauley Interview - Radio
Elston Howard
First Black player for the New York Yankees, standout baseball player
New York Yankees
Episode: 1958 • Baseball Clip • Elston Howard Interview - Radio
Dr. Harold Seymour
Distinguished baseball historian
Episode: 1960 • Baseball Clip • Jackie Robinson & Harold Seymour - Radio Interview
Ryne Duren
Outstanding relief pitcher for the New York Yankees.
New York Yankees
Episode: 1958 • Baseball Clip • Ryne Duren Interview - Radio
Frank Thomas
A star baseball player and power hitter for the Cincinnati Reds
Cincinnati Reds
Episode: 1958 • Baseball Clip • Frank Thomas Interview - Radio

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 93 ratings
  • Absolutely Amazing

    This is the absolute best idea. Has every thing we want… yesteryear’s nostalgia.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blissful idiot
    United States8 months ago
  • Top notch

    This podcast is amazing to fall asleep to. My grandpa always used to have MLB/NFL radio on growing up and this brings me back. I really appreciate your works sir!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dvddoom
    United Statesa year ago
  • More Scully please.

    Enjoying listening to baseball games of the past. The Vin Scully calls from 1957 are great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peter Dee416
    Canada2 years ago
  • Labor of love

    Great stuff. Love how you list the annoucers and link to their bios. Wouldn't mind hearing some basketball too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baseballradioguy
    United States2 years ago
  • GREAT SELECTION OF GAMES

    Thank you so very much!! PLEASE DO MORE FOOTBALL, PLEASE!!!!

    Thank you so much for the football. You are FANTASTIC!!!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dickydipper
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate the nostalgic aspect of the classic games, often expressing joy in reliving memorable sports moments from the past.
Some fans are eager for additional coverage of other sports, showing a strong desire for expanded content beyond baseball and football.
The quality of commentary from legendary announcers is frequently highlighted as a favorite feature, enhancing the experience of listening to old games.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#178
United States/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#108
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#42
Italy/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#125
Australia/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#186
Germany/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#25
United Arab Emirates/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

1949 • Baseball Clip • Sid Gordon Radio Interview
Q: Didn't you help set that mark of 221 home runs that the Giants hit during the 1947 season?
Gordon confirms he hit 13 of those homers and shares that he really came into his own on May 22, 1948, when he hit a home run with the bases loaded, starting a hitting streak.
1949 • Baseball Clip • Sid Gordon Radio Interview
Q: Just how does a Brooklyn boy wind up on a Giant uniform?
Sid Gordon explains that he always wanted to be a Major League player and wrote to the New York Giants for a trial, which led to his eventual career with the team.
1956 • Baseball Clip • Alvin Dark Interview - Radio
Q: What helpful hints would you give to a young player to improve his hitting?
You should work on your weak points in hitting; focusing on improving overall hitting ability can help increase performance.
1956 • Baseball Clip • Alvin Dark Interview - Radio
Q: What is the toughest play for a shortstop to make?
The toughest play is going to the right on a slow hit ball and making a strong throw to first base.
1956 • Baseball Clip • Alvin Dark Interview - Radio
Q: Al Dark, what was your greatest sports thrill?
Alvin Dark described his greatest thrill as the moment when Bobby Thompson hit the home run to win against the Dodgers.

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Offering a nostalgic journey through sports history, this collection features classic radio broadcasts of both baseball and football games, as well as interviews from various eras, showcasing the legendary voices that defined American sports. Episodes regularly highlight thrilling moments from famous games that fans of all ages might appreciate, while engaging storytelling and detailed play-by-play commentary recreate the excitement of those iconic sports moments. Unique for its dedication to preserving and sharing vintage broadcasts, it serves as a tribute to both the sports being discussed and the rich history behind them, making it an intriguing listening experience for sports enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

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1. Bill Freehan
2. Mickey Lolich
3. Bob Feller
4. Satchel Paige
5. Ed Macauley
6. Elston Howard
7. Dr. Harold Seymour
8. Ryne Duren

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