Pod of Fame

Jim is joined by Adam Darowski, Head of User Experience at Sports Reference, to break down down the hall of fame candidacy of former MLB pitcher Rick "Big Daddy" Reuschel. First, Adam and Jim discuss how WAR essentially makes or breaks Reuschel's HOF candidacy (8:11) . Next, they cover Reuschel's 1977 MLB season with the Chicago Cubs, how he compares to HOF pitchers Jim Kaat and...

Jim provides his thoughts on the 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame Class, which was just announced over the weekend (2:55). Then, Jim welcomes Pod of Fame's Kentucky Correspondent Shannon Miloch to discuss March Madness, our favorite players of the tournament, the Final Four, and our predictions for the National Championship (34:15).

Jim is joined by award-winning author, producer, and screenwriter, Bijan Bayne, to discuss the hall of fame candidacy of former NBA power forward Paul Silas. First, Bijan and Jim cover how Silas made a huge impact on a number of different NBA teams throughout his 16-year career and always found himself deep in the playoffs (8:06). Next, they discuss his performance in the 1976 NBA Finals, whether...

Jim is joined by David Ramil, host of the Locked on Heat podcast, to discuss the career and legacy of Dwyane Wade. We discuss the 2006 NBA Finals, his years with LeBron and his elite shot-blocking abilities. Finally, we attempt to rank Wade among the best SGs in NBA history, before covering the likely Basketball HOF Class of 2023.

The brackets have been released and work productivity is about to plummet. March Madness is officially here! Jim is joined by Pod of Fame's Kentucky Correspondent Shannon Miloch to discuss one of our favorite sporting events of the year. Jim and Shannon give their first reactions to this year's bracket, make their Final Four predictions, discuss their favorite first round matchups, and highlight t...

Jim is joined by NBA Analyst Bill Ingraham to discuss the Hall of Fame candidacy of NBA Power Forward Otis Thorpe. First, Bill and Jim cover Thorpe's massive hands and his signature one-handed rebounds (14:41). Next, they discuss his performance during the 1994 Houston Rockets Championship run, why Thorpe reminds them both of Aaron Gordon, and how by playing 1,257 games allowed Thorpe to put up HO...

Jim is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon to discuss the career and legacy of former Dallas Maverick's legend, Dirk Nowitzki. First, Tim and Jim discuss how Dirk changed the game of basketball with his ability to shoot at the highest level as a 7-footer (11:38). Next, they discuss Dirk's performance against the San Antonio Spurs in the 2006 Western Conference Semifinals, how Dirk is one of the first un...

Jim is joined by longtime San Antonio Spurs play-by-play commentator Bill Land, to discuss the Hall of Fame candidacy of former Spurs Point Guard Tony Parker. First, Bill and Jim cover Parker's signature teardrop shot and how dangerous he was scoring in the paint (10:16). Next, they discuss his MVP performance in the 2007 NBA Finals, his unexpected 55-point performance against Minnesota in 2008, a...

Eight former NFL stars and one former coach were officially elected to be a part of the 2023 Football Hall of Fame Class last Thursday. Jim provides his thoughts on each of this year's HOF inductees and then takes look at who could be a part of the 2024 HOF Class. 

Over the past three weeks, Jim got married and went on a 2-week honeymoon to Thailand and Singapore. He saw a lot, ate a lot, and learned a lot. In this episode, first covers two big sports events that happened while he was gone: Scott Rolen's election to the Baseball Hall of Fame and Tom Brady's second retirement (3:22). Then, Jim covers a variety of topics from his honeymoon, including the ridic...

Jim is joined by former Miami Dolphins All-Pro Left Tackle Richmond Webb to discuss his 13-year NFL career. We cover the 1990 NFL Draft, playing for Don Shula, lining up against Bruce Smith, and his experiences in Hawaii at the Pro Bowl. Then, we touch on his HOF candidacy, as well as the future of the Miami Dolphins.

Jim is joined by HOF voter and sportswriter Jim Ingraham to discuss the Hall of Fame candidacy of former MLB centerfielder Kenny Lofton. First, Jim talks about Lofton's first spring training with Cleveland and how in awe everyone was with Lofton's out of this world athleticism (6:28). Next, they discuss Lofton's ridiculous baserunning in Game 6 of the 1995 ALCS, how Lofton compares favorably to Ti...

Jim is joined by NFL writer at AllBengals.com, Mike Santagata, to break down the career and Hall of Fame resume of former Cincinnati Bengals right tackle Willie Anderson. First, Mike and Jim cover Anderson's track record against the best sack artists in NFL history (7:14). Next, they discuss Anderson paving the way for Corey Dillon’s 278-rushing yard performance in 2000, how he compares to HOFer T...

Jim is getting married this week. To celebrate, we have POF Social Media Manager, Kentucky Correspondent, and future Mrs. Miloch, Shannon Bauer joining to run through questions from our listeners. We debate whether or not Andre Iguodala belongs in the Hall of Fame, who the best young quarterback in the NFL is today, our thoughts on Torry Holt's HOF resume, the best ribs in Chicago, and much much m...

Jim is joined by Adam Darowski, Head of User Experience at Sports Reference, to break down down the hall of fame candidacy of former MLB catcher Gene Tenace. First, Adam and Jim discuss why Tenace may very well have the most "hipster" case for the HOF (5:29). Next, they cover Gene's legendary performance in the 1972 World Series, how he compares to Harmon Killebrew, and what sabermetrics really ma...

Jim is joined by Kelly Dwyer, pioneer of the NBA blogosphere, to break down the hall of fame candidacy of former point guard Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway. First, Jim and Kelly cover Penny's MVP-caliber season in 1996 (he ended up finishing 3rd behind Michael Jordan and David Robinson that year) when he carried the Orlando Magic after Shaquille O'Neal went down with an injury (7:22). Next, they compar...

Jim is joined by former New York Post baseball columnist and and Hall of Fame voter Ken Davidoff to breakdown down the HOF candidacy of former MLB superstar Alex "A-Rod" Rodriguez. First, Ken and Jim discuss A-Rod's performance in October of 2009, where he helped lead the Yankees to their last World Series Championship (10:20). Next, they cover power hitting shortstops in baseball history, A-Rod's...

Jim is joined by USA TODAY sports reporter and Hall of Fame voter Steve Gardner to breakdown down the HOF candidacy of former MLB outfielder Carlos Beltrán. First, Steve and Jim discuss how well-rounded of a player Beltrán really was, as he had no glaring weaknesses in his game (5:29). Next, they cover Beltrán's remarkable playoff run with the Houston Astros in 2004, his career's uncanny resemblan...

Jim first addresses the Contemporary Era Committees selection of Fred McGriff to the Hall of Fame and what the lack of votes for Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens means for them moving forward. Then, Jim is joined by Kentucky correspondent and POF Social Media Manager Shannon Bauer to discuss Team USA and the World Cup (7:22). Finally, Jim and Shannon each build their Christmas Movie Mount Rushmore (2...

Jim is joined by Red Sox beat writer at MLB.com Ian Browne to break down the hall of fame candidacy of former Boston Red Sox's Right Fielder, Dwight "Dewey" Evans. First, Jim and Ian discuss how Evans has one of the best outfield arms in MLB history and whether or not Ian has ever seen a better arm in his life (5:53). Next, they discuss similarities between HOFer Al Kaline and Evans,...

Jim is joined by USA Today Baseball Columnist and HOF voter Bob Nightengale to break down the hall of fame candidacy of former MLB first baseman, Fred McGriff. First, Jim and Bob discuss how McGriff is one of the most consistent power hitters in MLB history (7:09). Next, they cover how McGriff compares to Willie McCovey, how playing in the steroid era hurts McGriff, and whether or not ending his c...

Jim is joined by writer for Elite Sports NY and the creator of MLB Daily Dingers, Matt Musico, to break down the hall of fame candidacy of MLB rightfielder Darryl Strawberry. First, Jim and Matt discuss how Strawberry is one of the bigger "what could have been" players in MLB History (6:18). Next, they cover Strawberry's postseason success, if a random New Yorker in the 1980s would rather have Str...

Jim is joined by friend of the pod Dave "Wando" Wandolowski to break down the hall of fame candidacy of former NBA point guard Andre Miller. First, Jim and Wando discuss what kind of legacy Miller left on the NBA and why he so often goes overlooked when thinking about the better point guards of the 2000s (5:11). Next, they stumble into building a Mount Rushmore consisting of the most random NBA pl...

Jim is joined by New York Times bestselling author Jeff Pearlman to break down the Hall of Fame candidacy of former NFL running back and MLB outfielder Bo Jackson. First, Jeff and Jim discuss Bo Jackson's legendary 221-yard rushing performance on Monday Night Football against the Seattle Seahawks in 1987 (17:41). Next, Jeff compares Bo Jackson to both Jim Brown and Shawn Green (100% the first and...

Jim is joined by NBA Writer for SB Nation, Mat Issa, to break down the career and hall of fame candidacy of NBA small forward Shane Battier. First, Mat and Jim cover Shane's infamous hand-in-the face defense, Kobe Bryant, and Game 7 of the 2013 NBA Finals (10:44). Next, they talk about Joe Dumars, Bill Bradley, and run through the best glue guys in NBA history (23:09). Finally, they debate on whet...