In 2004, the Steelers had a decision to make - draft a QB or go with another player. What would play out in the draft that year would affect the fortunes of three different players and franchises for years to follow.REWIND is a seri...

In climbing, a false summit is a peak that appears to be the top but is actually lower than the true summit, which is still higher and farther away. In this episode, we explore the memorable Pittsburgh Penguins' 1988-89 season, in which they re...

This episode features a collection of fascinating forgotten audio that we dug up related to Pittsburgh sports - rare interviews, crazy soundbites, unique music, and more. Take a journey down memory lane with this compilation of sound from your ...

We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Will this Aaron Rodgers nonsense ever end? Do the Penguins have the right plan? And do some local coaches need to be fired? We get into...

We have had a lot of iconic moments in Pittsburgh sports, but in this episode, we are going to look back on some guys who once played for a Pittsburgh team and then did something unforgettable elsewhere. Sometimes it was something historic and ...

In this episode, we explore how a former child actor named Jamie Dixon turned Pitt's basketball program into a national powerhouse, and how it fell apart just as quickly when he left.REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Spo...

On this episode, we will dive into the amazing career of Larry Fitzgerald, a legend on and off the field. From his time at Pitt to his career in the NFL, he was one of the best ever. The wide receiver is a position filled with divas and malcont...

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 a...

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 e...

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...

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 narr...

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 rememb...

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 thi...

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 M...

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, unexp...

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 Playof...

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.<...

This week's podcast takes us back to 1996, when the Steelers faced a dilemma at the QB position after their Super Bowl starter headed into free agency. They had to choose between signing or drafting a QB, paying the one they had, or choosing fr...

In 1989, the Steelers were coming off of their worst season in ages. Not much was expected of them, especially after losing their first two games of the season by a combined score of 92-10! But then something truly remarkable happened - Chuck N...

Experts say the best way to process trauma is to talk about it, and we Pitt football fans have experienced a lot of gut-wrenching moments over the post-Dorsett/Marino years! If you or your loved ones have been hurt by Pitt football like we have...

Tis the season for some Pittsburgh sports holiday memories! The Steelers, Penguins, and Pitt have all had some memorable moments on Christmas and Thanksgiving. We will celebrate those moments and remember our favorite fan memories as well. Grab...

What do the guy who made the greatest tackle in Super Bowl history, the guy who hit the most famous homerun of the past 40 years, and the guy who Mike Tomlin tried to trip on his way to the endzone all have in common? They all played for a Pitt...

Pittsburgh is a town where people have each other’s back, and that spirit has been embodied by the sports figures who have played here. In this episode, we will celebrate some of the most beautiful acts of kindness in Pittsburgh sports history....

There is nothing more exciting in sports than overtime. The game is all on the line and in sudden death, the end can come out of nowhere. In this episode, we dive into the heart-pounding world of overtime games to recount the greatest wins and ...

In this episode, we celebrate the legendary life and career of Steelers Hall of Famer Franco Harris. Franco made a huge impact on the field, and his influence on the Pittsburgh community along with his enduring legacy as a philanthropist made h...