The Jim Rome Podcast

Jay Glazer on his constant battle with severe anxiety and depression, what he's already gained by sharing his struggles, how his message played a role in the Rams' Super Bowl run and what drove him to overcome a decade of professional rejection ... If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (I...

Alex Smith on life after the NFL, how getting picked #1 overall was actually a curse, battling through early struggles in SF, the injury that nearly took his career & his life and the mindset that fueled his epic comeback. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-80...

Kevin Harlan on a wide-open Sweet Sixteen, why March Madness still resonates, calling his first NBA All-Star, his list of all-time great broadcasters, his reaction to the Tyreek Hill trade, summers in Wisco and more. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT...

Seth Greenberg joins to preview the NCAA Tournament and break down Mark Few's dominance, Calipari's bounce back, the Muss Bus, Juwan Howard's face snatch, Jay Wright's consistency and NBA Draft prospects to watch out for during the Madness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brent Musburger on living and working in Vegas, the origins of sports betting in broadcasting, what the Russell Wilson trade means for the AFC West, why the Calvin Ridley situation was inevitable and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Pearlman on adapting his book for HBO’s ‘Winning Time, The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty,’ Magic and Kareem's dynamic on and off the court, the deal with Magic's tweets, Kareem's complicated genius and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charles Oakley on his new book “The Last Enforcer,” being MJ’s "personal bodyguard," his take on the Michael vs Scottie feud, why Isiah was really left off the ‘92 Dream Team, what Ewing lacked as a leader, comparing Pat Riley to Phil Jackson and much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chuck Klosterman on his new book: "The Nineties," why Gen X is the least annoying generation, how music and TV shaped the decade, why the idea of "selling out" faded away and The Jungle's role in the early days of the internet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Irvin joins from Radio Row in LA to discuss Sunday's Super Bowl matchup, how he's kept his unmatched passion for the game, being born with “it,” T-Buck and the toughest CBs ever, crushing his post-NFL career and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Takeo Spikes on how Joe Burrow inspires total belief, why Mahomes fell apart on Championship Sunday, his early Super Bowl lean, expectations for Trey Lance in SF, why no NFL town compares to Buffalo and channeling his trademark passion in retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Mangold on life in the NFL trenches, his thoughts on Championship Sunday, playing in NYC, Zach Wilson's future, the unique center/QB connection, the Tim Tebow experience, transitioning to retirement and developing his own BBQ sauce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve Young on the wild Niners/Cowboys ending, his pick for MVP, what he learned about the current NFL from Tom Brady, Kyler Murray’s future, Joe Burrow’s potential, how Bill Walsh’s leadership style was decades ahead of its time and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Kelley returns to the Side Hustle with Super Wild Card weekend picks, including thoughts on Burrow's playoff debut, a strong lean on SF @ DAL, who has an edge in the NE @ BUF rubber match, if the Steelers can hang in KC and TB's keys to a cover. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Polian on drafting Manning over Leaf, Peyton’s legendary preparation, hiring Marv Levy and Tony Dungy, what's still driving Bill Belichick, Jonathan Taylor’s success with Frank Reich, crazy parity in the NFL this season and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Dawkins on rising from humble beginnings, the mentality that drove him to Canton, the importance of "cerebral wellness," overcoming struggles with depression and how he channeled the pain of Eagles rejection into standout play in Denver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Drew Bledsoe on winemaking success after football, his memories of the Mo Lewis hit, what his Super Bowl 36 ring means to him now, what he thought about a young Tom Brady, Mac Jones' rookie success, a truly wild Bill Parcells story and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dana White starts episode 200 by telling us he and his family have tested positive for Covid-19, despite being vaccinated. He says he’s in isolation, feels great & plans to make Saturday night's promotion. Plus, updates on Conor, Chimaev, Gaethje & Usman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Baldinger on Jonathan Taylor’s MVP case, why the Bills should be worried, how Kliff Kingsbury looks like a modern day Bill Walsh, Baker Mayfield’s struggles, what Trevor Lawrence needs to succeed, Mac Jones’ best traits, Jalen Hurts’ upside and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shawn Thornton on life as an NHL enforcer, his new book "Fighting My Way to the Top," getting his name on the Cup twice, training to be a better hockey brawler, having to fight friends on the ice and why there will always be a place for fighting in the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bryant McFadden on playing for Bobby Bowden, his concerns for the FSU program, the toughest WRs he faced as a pro, his ‘welcome to the NFL moment,’ what makes picking against the spread so frustrating and the best fit for OBJ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Scalabrine on the Celtics’ rough start, finding and maximizing opportunity on an NBA bench, the ass kicking that led him to transform his game, playing with Kidd, Noah & KG and how he helped change the hoops culture at USC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sage Rosenfels on rebuilding his life from scratch after retiring, backing up Brett Favre and Jeff George, why he was so money in the preseason, his reaction to the NFL's WFT investigation, how to identify an athlete's "it" factor and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mitchell Schwartz blocking for Patrick Mahomes, learning to cook, making a permanent home in Kansas City and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Al Harrington on breaking into the legal cannabis business, how his 'Viola Brands' venture got its name, his goal to make the industry more inclusive, his epic new partnership with Allen Iverson and his preseason pick to win the NBA title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Beck on timing and opportunity in the NFL, transitioning to coaching QBs, what made Brees so great, Jameis’ growth, mentoring rookies like Wilson and Fields, how the draft experts missed on Herbert and Kyler's unique skill set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices