
Pittsburgh Sports Memories
Two lifelong fans take a look at the memorable moments, teams, and characters that make up the storied history of Pittsburgh sports.
Episodes
208 episodes
BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - June 2025
We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Did the Penguins make the right call in parting ways with Mike Sullivan? Is Justin Fields destined to fail on the Jets? Should the Pira...
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REWIND: What Grinds My Gears
There are things in sports which fans like to complain about, and Pittsburgh sports history has plenty of them. For better or worse, here some things that are annoying about Pittsburgh sports.REWIND is a series of our favorite Pitts...
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1:08:22

Ultimate Steelers Draft (1970's-80's)
Our hosts (along with a special guest) embark on a spirited draft, assembling dream teams of Pittsburgh Steelers legends from the iconic Chuck Noll era. Who will be the 101? Who are the sleeper picks? Who is Mr. Irrelevant? And who ended up wit...
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REWIND: The Penguins Tank for Mario
In 1984, the Penguins were a floundering and largely unpopular franchise with an uncertain future. That’s when they were presented with a golden opportunity to turn things around. If they could somehow procure the top overall pick in the draft,...
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Rod Woodson: The Steelers’ Game-Changer
In this episode, we dive into the legendary Steelers career of one of the greatest defensive backs of all time. A true game-changer, he had the ability to single-handedly shift the outcome of any matchup. He also made an incredible recovery to ...
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REWIND: Greatest Penguins Playoff Moments
There may be no better spectacle in sports than playoff hockey. We Penguins fans have been blessed to witness many amazing moments over the years including five Stanley Cup runs. In this episode, we will countdown the top 15 (because top 10 jus...
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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - Apr-May 2025
We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Did the Steelers make the right draft picks? Why are people more upset with the Steelers than they are with the Penguins right now? And...
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The Season of Controversy and Chaos
In this week’s episode, we revisit a long-forgotten Pirates season that featured blown calls, a holdout from a Hall of Famer, Pirates fans causing mischief, and a massive controversy over who really finished in first place. It’s a story that ma...
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REWIND: The 2004 Draft
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...
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The False Summit Penguins
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...
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REWIND: The Lost Audio - Volume 1
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 ...
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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - Mar-Apr 2025
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...
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Memorable Moments by Former Pittsburgh Athletes
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 ...
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REWIND: Pitt's Basketball Renaissance
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...
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Larry Legend
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...
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REWIND: The Greatest Moment in Pittsburgh Sports History
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...
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Joe Greene the Diva?!
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...
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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - Feb 2025
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...
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REWIND: False Narratives in Pittsburgh Sports
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...
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Art Rooney Stories
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...
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REWIND: Defunct Pittsburgh Sports Venues
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...
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Pittsburgh Spirit Memories with Patrick McCarthy
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...
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REWIND: Rise and Fall Stories
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...
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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - Jan 2025
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...
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