Pittsburgh Sports Memories

In this episode, we will cover arguably the biggest moment in the history of sports. It was a play that gave Pittsburgh the most improbable championship win in its history, and it's still celebrated annually to this day: the 1960 World Series and Bill Mazeroski's home run. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new

What would you call a Steelers player who threw tantrums on the field, repeatedly took selfish penalties, spit on a reporter, and quit on his team? Most people call him the greatest Steeler in the history of the franchise! In this episode, we explore Joe Greene’s controversial first few years and explore why the team and its fans stuck with him. We also discuss whether or not thi

We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Will the Steelers make Justin Fields their 2025 QB, and if so, what are they waiting for? Do the Pens have any shot at the playoffs? We also talk about the Four Nations Face-off and the Super Bowl, and we remember the legendary Mike Lange. We get into those topics and more i

Did the Steelers really get handed Super Bowl XL by the refs? Were the Pirates really handicapped by MLB’s lack of a salary cap? Did AB only go nuts after that Vontaze Burfict hit? In this episode, we’ll attempt to debunk some of the false narratives from throughout Pittsburgh sports history. Will you agree with our assessment of these narratives being false, and will we even a

There is no figure in Pittsburgh sports history who is more beloved than The Chief, and over the course of doing this podcast, we have uncovered a bunch of stories that show why that is. In this episode, we will share those stories as we remember Steelers legend Art Rooney, the founder of the greatest football team ever! Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Connect

There were places where some of the most cherished and legendary Pittsburgh sports moments happened. Unfortunately they all saw there prime come and go, and they now only exist in the memories of the fans who attended those famous games. On this episode we will cover the many sports venues throughout the history of Pittsburgh and recall some of the iconic moments that happened at t

The Pittsburgh Spirit captured the hearts of fans in the 1980’s and made indoor soccer a must-see sporting event. At their peak, the Spirit were so popular that they even outdrew the Penguins in attendance! We talk to Spirit historian Patrick McCarthy about this fascinating chapter in Pittsburgh sports history. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Connect with th

There are a handful of sports figures who found success and fame in Pittsburgh, but then saw their careers quickly take a turn for the worse. We delve into the moments that led to their downfall - whether it was self-destructive behavior, unexpected loss of skills, or even circumstances beyond their control. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes tha

Our hosts take a pause from talking about Pittsburgh sports history to chat about some current events. Should the Steelers move on from Mike Tomlin? What does Pitt do after their recent collapse? How do we feel about the College Football Playoff? We get into those topics and more in this special bonus episode of the podcast. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Con

Between 1974 and 1989, the Penguins played 42 games in Philadelphia and never won even once! After 15 years of ineptitude, the Pens not only broke the streak but forever altered the trajectory of the two franchises for decades to come. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Twitter