Texas sports legends share legendary stories in their own words about Texas sports history, unforgettable games, insights into plays, and personal moments.
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Episodes
Mar 1, 2024
Mar 1, 2024
20 min
Highlights of an interview with Bear Bryant discussing his time at Texas A&M, with stories about the 1956 Hurricane Game against TCU and his 1957 squad. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame has recently digitized some of its cassette collection of interviews. Watch for more interviews in upcoming episodes.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Hampton Inn Waco and hosted by author and oral historian Jackson Michael. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at TSHOF.org.
Feb 22, 2024
Feb 22, 2024
41 min
Texas Rangers players, coaches, and play-by-play announcer Eric Nadel share stories about the magical 2023 season and World Series victory. The conversation was recorded live at the Texas Sports Hall of Fame as part of the Lone Star Luncheon series and the 2024 Texas Rangers Winter Caravan.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Fairfield Inn and Suites Waco North and is hosted by author and oral historian Jackson Michael.
Jan 16, 2024
Jan 16, 2024
34 min
In 1892, Galveston Ball teacher James Perkins Richardson established the Lone Star State's first high school football team. His grandchildren share the story in this episode, presented by TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame is the largest sports hall of fame in the nation. Learn more at TSHOF.org. The podcast is hosted by author and oral historian Jackson Michael.
Nov 22, 2023
Nov 22, 2023
28 min
Highlights of inductees sharing their stories at the 2023 Southwest Conference Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon. Inductees included Kevin Scanlon (Arkansas), Terry Teagle (Baylor), Jolanda Jones (Houston), Ken Stadel (Rice), Amy Benz (SMU), Shaun Jordan (Texas), Terry Price (Texas A&M), Bubba Thornton (TCU), and Gary Ashby (Texas Tech).
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at Texas Sports Hall of Fame - Home (tshof.org).
Aug 31, 2023
Aug 31, 2023
27 min
Dallas Cowboys legend Bob Lilly hosts a golf tournament at the Texas Sports Hall of Fame each year. The event is attended by many Texas sports legends. Listen to some of their stories in this episode. Learn about Texas Sports Hall of Fame events at Texas Sports Hall of Fame - Home (tshof.org).
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast.
Jul 3, 2023
Jul 3, 2023
26 min
The 1952 Dallas Texans lasted only one season but were the first NFL team based in Dallas. They are often confused with Lamar Hunt’s Dallas Texans which later became the Kansas City Chiefs. Author Mike Cobern tells the story of the 1952 Texans, a forgotten team unknown to most football fans.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast.
Jun 15, 2023
Jun 15, 2023
46 min
MLB legend Roger Clemens was the guest at the most recent Lone Star Luncheon hosted by the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Listen to him tell the backstories behind one of his 20 strikeout games and why he didn’t spend his entire career in Boston. Also, learn some pitching secrets from the only pitcher to win 7 Cy Young Awards!
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast.
May 16, 2023
May 16, 2023
29 min
Highlights from the 2023 Texas Sports Hall of Fame Induction featuring clips from NFL stars Michael Strahan, Robert Brazile, Adrian Peterson, and Priest Holmes, along with baseball star Jose Cruz, Olympians Cynthia Potter and Carlette Guidry, and Baylor men’s basketball coach Scott Drew.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Waco North. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast.
Apr 6, 2023
Apr 6, 2023
44 min
2023 Texas Sports Hall of Fame inductee Cynthia Potter discusses her legendary diving career, growing up in Houston, and what it was like for women athletes in the era before Title IX.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast.
Mar 22, 2023
Mar 22, 2023
23 min
2023 Texas Sports Hall of Fame inductee Carlette Guidry-Falkquay interviews on the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast about her gold medal-winning Olympic career and her exceptional track and field career at Texas. Learn about the 2023 Texas Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet at Texas Sports Hall of Fame - Home (tshof.org) and by following the Texas Sports Hall of Fame on social media.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast.