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Pittsburgh Sports Memories
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Two lifelong fans take a look at the memorable moments, teams, and characters that make up the storied history of Pittsburgh sports.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
Two lifelong fans take a look at the memorable moments, teams, and characters that make up the storied history of Pittsburgh sports.
Twitter:
@PittsburghSpo18
Language:
English
Episodes
Myron Memories with Elizabeth Cope & Dan Joseph
9/2/2024
This week we talk to author Dan Joseph and Myron Cope's daughter Elizabeth. Together they have written an all new book about the legendary Steelers broadcaster called "Behind the Yoi". Get ready to hear some stuff you have never heard before about Myron's colorful career, and check out the link below to get this great new book!
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YouTube archive of amazing Myron Cope clips
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Duración:00:48:58
REWIND: Fun Facts About Pittsburgh Sports (Volume 1)
8/26/2024
We will (attempt to) regale you with many fascinating and little known facts about Pittsburgh sports history. Impress your friends with the vast wealth of trivia that you will glean from this enlightening episode!
REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes
Facts that have been updated since we first recorded this:
- The Steelers finally beat the Rams in LA (in 2023)
- The Penguins have now lost a Game 7 on the road (in 2022 vs NY)
- Evgeni Malkin has indeed surpassed Kevin Stevens on penalty minutes
- Penguins now have a winning record against Vegas and a losing record against Seattle
- Two more retired numbers since the time of this recording (Franco Harris and Jaromir Jagr)
- Dick Groat and Bill Virdon have since passed away
- Bob Nutting is still a cheapskate
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Duración:01:15:43
The Mixed History of Pirates Prospects
8/19/2024
Each year Baseball America names its top prospect for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and seemingly every year the fans get excited about the possibility of said prospect becoming a star. However, more often than not things have not worked out as planned. In this episode we will go through some of the hyped prospects of the past 30 years and tell their stories. We will also talk about whether or not current #1 prospect Paul Skenes may be the one to break the curse.
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Duración:00:54:02
REWIND: History of the Steelers-Bengals Rivalry
8/12/2024
When people think of fierce Steelers rivalries throughout the years, they often think of the Ravens, Browns, Raiders, or even Cowboys. But the Steelers have played more games against the Bengals in the past 50 years than they have any other team, and the rivalry has seen its share of big moments and extreme hatred.
REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes
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Duración:01:19:44
Greatest Steelers Defensive Plays
8/5/2024
The Steelers have historically been known for their great defense, and along the way their defensive unit has made memorable and even Super Bowl winning plays. In this episode, we will look back at some of the more significant moments in Steelers defensive history.
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Duración:00:58:04
REWIND: Nobody Rivals Pitt
7/29/2024
We dive deep into the storied rivalries that define Pitt athletics. From the legendary "Backyard Brawl" to the intense battles against Penn State and Notre Dame, we explore the matchups that have fueled the passion of Pitt fans for generations.
REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes
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Duración:00:58:33
Famous Feuds
7/22/2024
We combed through the Pittsburgh Sports Memories archives to bring you 10 stories of feuds involving Pittsburgh sports figures. Some were with opponents, some were with teammates, and even some were with entire cities! These feuds created divisions that either motivated or damaged our favorite sports teams.
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Duración:00:55:52
REWIND: Pittsburgh Media Legends
7/15/2024
We cover the notable radio, print, and TV personalities who brought us closer to our favorite teams. Some of these folks were the soundtrack for our favorite sporting events. Some of them informed us with inside information. Some of them even shocked us. But each had a voice and personality that was distinctly Pittsburgh.
REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes
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Duración:00:49:09
Final Games of Pittsburgh Sports Legends
7/8/2024
The final games of Pittsburgh sports legends featured a wide range of characteristics. While some legends got to have a storybook finale, others had the end come because of sudden injury, because of tragedy, and even because of falling in love! In this episode, we will recount the last hurrahs of several local sports heroes.
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Duración:00:52:45
REWIND: Homegrown Stars Who Had Success Elsewhere
7/1/2024
Staying home is great but sometimes you have to leave home to have a great adventure. In this episode we will look at the prominent sports personalities who were born and raised in Pittsburgh but who went on to have most of their success elsewhere.
REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes
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Duración:01:24:10
1970's Memories with Jim Bellano
6/24/2024
We chat with author Jim Bellano to discuss his new book “Fond Memories From the Forgettable Decade: A Sports Fan's Attempt to Rehabilitate the 1970s”. Jim talks about how he as a New York kid became a huge fan of the Steelers and Pirates, and we get into some of the great memories from that era.
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Duración:00:53:13
REWIND: Biggest Mistakes
6/17/2024
In life, people’s mistakes can be opportunities for growth and reflection, but in sports, they torment us as fans for years to come! In this episode, we will look at some the biggest on the field blunders in Pittsburgh sports history. There are some which we can laugh about and some which still evoke strong emotion, but all remind us that indeed no one is perfect.
REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes
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Duración:00:59:44
A Man Called Pops
6/10/2024
For over 20 years, Willie Stargell blasted home runs in Pittsburgh. Later in his career he became known as pops and was the key figure on the championship run of 1979. A leader both on and off the field, Stargell's presence continues to loom large over the franchise. We take a deep dive into the life and career of this legendary Pittsburgh figure.
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Duración:00:48:52
REWIND: Favorite Games
6/3/2024
Some games result in a championship, some games feature an iconic last-second play, and some games are just special for no other reason than our personal experience with them. In this episode, our hosts discuss some of their favorite games which still hold a special place in their hearts.
REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes
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Duración:01:21:38
Pittsburgh Sports TV Intro's
5/27/2024
Most of us consume the majority of our sports via TV, and the introductions to these games - with their iconic theme music, voiceovers, and shots of our city - always set the stage. In this episode, we will play some vintage opening intro’s to Pittsburgh sporting events from years past. Which ones do you remember most?
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Duración:00:56:10
REWIND: The Steelers Soap Opera Season
5/20/2024
The 2017 season featured all kinds of drama - a National Anthem controversy, the death of the owner, a holdout from the star RB, the messy mid-season exit of one of the franchise's all-time great players, the Hall of Fame QB threatening to quit, and the best defensive player being shockingly paralyzed during a game. Somehow despite all of that, the Steelers put together the 3rd best record in franchise history! But unfortunately their dysfunction would finally catch up with them.
REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes
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Duración:00:59:43
Memorable Trades
5/13/2024
Much like the stock market, great trades can make or break your chances for success. A good deal can set your team up for a championship, while a bad trade can further send your team into great malaise. In this episode, we will discuss some of the more memorable trades (both good and bad) in Pittsburgh sports history.
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Duración:01:05:52
REWIND: Alternate Pittsburgh Sports Timelines
5/6/2024
Drawing inspiration from Back to the Future II, we will look back at some significant moments in Pittsburgh sports history and present an alternate timeline for what may have happened had things gone differently.
REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes
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Duración:00:55:15
The Construction and Collapse of the 1990's Steelers
4/29/2024
After years of disappointment in the 1980’s, new GM Tom Donahoe quickly built the Steelers into a Super Bowl contender in the 1990’s via a handful of shrewd drafts, trades, and free agent signings. But just as quickly as they were built, bad personnel moves and a feud with head coach Bill Cowher brought the Steelers right back to square one as the decade ended.
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Duración:00:58:50
REWIND: How Two Fans Nearly Destroyed the Pirates
4/22/2024
Dale Shiffman and Kevin Koch were die-hard Pirates fans who found themselves entrenched in one of Major League Baseball’s biggest ever scandals - one that threatened to wipe their favorite team off the map forever.
REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes
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Duración:01:13:41