The Jim Rome Podcast

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

London Fletcher and Donte Whitner join for a defensive star doubleheader to discuss Bucs/Pats, Brady's longevity, Rodgers' future, revenge games, retirement life, transitioning to broadcasting and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

@BigHeadBets stretches out on the Side Hustle and offers NFL Week 3 picks, including his lean on Bucs vs Rams, GB's key advantage over SF, how to navigate several big spreads and if the Raiders are for real plus bonus CFB and UFC selections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chad Pennington on coaching high school football, the biggest regret of his NFL career, the unique challenge of being a QB in NY, dealing with the ruthless business side of the pro game, playing alongside Randy Moss and how to thrive in post-retirement life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mardy Fish on his climb to the top of American tennis, the severe anxiety issues that brought him back down, how he managed to pull through his darkest moments and why he's currently in his dream job as US Davis Cup captain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AJ Galante on his incredible rise as a 17-year-old minor league hockey GM, the wild legacy of the Danbury Trashers, how a federal Mafia indictment brought the team down and moving on to a new career as a boxing promoter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christy Martin on her amazing rise in boxing, fighting under Don King, sharing a card with Mike Tyson, her unknown and complicated life behind the scenes, surviving a murder attempt at the hands of her ex-husband and bouncing back to fight again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jon Wertheim on the rapidly changing sports gambling landscape, the complicated greatness of Novak Djokovic, why the Williams sisters' rise is actually an under-appreciated story and how 1984 became a turning point for sports and culture in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jermaine O’Neal on why he’s finally discussing The Malice at the Palace, the long-term mental toll the incident took, getting his side of the story out in the new Netflix series “UNTOLD” and what he learned about himself and his teammates through the whole ordeal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trevor Pryce on finding creative success after football, whether creating or competing is more rewarding, the perspective gained from a 14-year NFL career, the mindset that kept him healthy and dominant and how his outlook on the media evolved after retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gail Devers on overcoming Graves’ disease to become an Olympic legend, how it feels to bring home Gold, what to expect from Team USA in Tokyo, Sha’Carri Richardson’s suspension, how Covid will impact the Games and her advice for athletes in the Olympic Village. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jon Anik on Conor’s brutal loss to Poirier, working for Dana White, the intoxicating experience of Fight Island, the unique challenge of broadcasting MMA, the chances of a Khabib comeback and the best potential fights we never got to see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luc Robitaille on building a winning culture by identifying grit, the evolution of the LA Kings franchise, playing alongside Wayne Gretzky, finally tasting Stanley Cup glory with the Red Wings and the joy of winning the Cup again as an executive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

P.J. Fleck on creating a winning culture, turning pain into purpose, overcoming distractions, becoming a bestselling author, the significance of last year's win at Nebraska and preparing for a bounce-back season in Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Legler on an unprecedented injury-plagued NBA season, the Clippers without Kawhi, load management v. real toughness, Giannis’ worst loss ever, his passion for coaching, thoughts on Kobe, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nate Diaz on his legendary callouts, why a vegan diet works great for him, how triathlons help his fighting, his relationship with Nick, an epic story on his first ever scrap, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Bosh on the emotional pain of sudden retirement, how Pat Riley helped him bounce back, the hard parts of being on the Heat, recognizing and killing ego, getting into the Hall of Fame, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay Cutler on playing for Mike Shanahan, having six OCs with the Bears, Chicago fans being the best, if he could play today, keeping chickens alive, shooting a reality show, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Quentin Richardson on not knowing his experience with the Clippers was low-rent till he left, still loving his former teammates, meeting MJ for the first time, earning Kobe Bryant's respect, and his dad's influence on his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew Brandt with a fascinating look at the dynamic between Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, who holds the hammer, when Jordan Love will play, not if, and how this entire situation got so personal. A tremendous conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pucks and Ponies! Eddie Olczyk breaking down the Kentucky Derby and the NHL stretch run like only he can. Plus some inspiration to stay in the fight that you won’t get anywhere else. Check it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Entourage creator Doug Ellin on creating a smash hit, whether there's a reboot in the future, his latest projects and an incredible Eli Manning/Tom Brady story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Askren on his mindset going into the fight against Jake Paul, why he's not intimidated and doesn't think the Paul Brothers are funny or talented, his immense respect for Freddie Roach, and how he turned a bad moment into a teachable moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A 4-year tradition unlike any other; Steve Elkington previewing The Masters on the pod. Listen for his takes on the set-up, Spieth's chances, how Bryson will do after no-showing in November, why Jon Rahm interests him, and so much more. Can't miss this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will Compton on embracing the suck, being a f***ing wolf, his approach to free agency, the fine people of Nebraska, why he loves Ben Greenfield, and his candid thoughts on Charlie Weis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bob Huggins on how good it feels to be back, remembering the disappointment of last year, his favorite Jim Valvano memory, the one NBA job he should have taken, loving Diet Dew, and when it will be time to walk it off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Avery Johnson on if it's really Gonzaga vs. the field, not sleeping on Texas Tech, winning it all with the Spurs, Mark Cuban's influence on his life, and why there's no question that Mike Jordan is the true GOAT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UCSB Gaucho legend, Brian Shaw, on his time in Santa Barbara, the games against UNLV, an AD who changed his life, why thinking about Kobe makes him smile, and winning it all five times with the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adrian Gonzalez on the Dodgers finally ripping a title, the Padres going all-in with Fernando Tatis Jr., why today's game is a tough watch and his favorite drinks/cigars/golf courses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kenny Anderson on being a teenage king in New York, why he chose Ga Tech, his nasty handles, Mike Jordan's doc, going to North Korea with Rodman, and how his dog literally saved his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Derrick Brooks on expecting the Bucs to win, Brady's unreal focus, planning a Super Bowl in a pandemic, winning a title for Bobby Bowden, feeling joy for John Lynch's HOF nod, Warren Sapp's greatness, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charles Woodson on never reconciling the Tuck Rule Game, Canton as the ultimate honor, what makes Brady different, how he takes his bourbon, why he's picking the underdog Bucs, what it's like to win a Super Bowl, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices