Episodes
This feed is the archive of conversations between Jody Avirgan and directors of recent 30 for 30 films. For 30 for 30's original audio documentaries, visit 30for30podcasts.com
Published 10/10/18
A bonus conversation with filmmaker Kirby Bradley on his new 30 for 30 documentary 'Seau' and how Junior Seau's shocking suicide and positive CTE test continue to impact football to this day, even raising questions about the future of the game. The film is available for viewing on ESPN+: https://es.pn/2poQDgl
Published 09/20/18
A bonus conversation with filmmaker Alison Ellwood about her new 30 for 30 Short 'Locked In,' which chronicles former Paralympian swimmer Victoria Arlen's journey through a rare illness that left her in a vegetative state, and the incredible recovery that followed. The film is available for viewing on ESPN+: https://es.pn/2BJIfkv
Published 08/30/18
A bonus conversation with Alex Gibney and Dan Coyle about their new film series "Enhanced," which explores the breakthrough innovations that are driving peak athletic performance. This pursuit of greatness comes with a host of ethical conundrums. How far are athletes willing to go to get an edge? "Enhanced" is available exclusively on ESPN+: https://es.pn/2uq4eag
Published 07/19/18
Julia Lowrie Henderson and Jody Avirgan chat more about the making of the Bikram series, in particular Julia's role in the story. Plus they answer your questions. This marks the end of our fourth season. Our next season of new documentaries will be here this fall. In the meantime, we'll bring you more bonus episodes highlighting some of our favorite 30 for 30 films. 30for30podcasts.com
Published 06/27/18
Julia Lowrie Henderson and Jody Avirgan discuss the making of the third season, BIKRAM. Next week, we'll answer any questions you have and discuss Julia's personal connection. Email us questions at [email protected] or on twitter @30for30 NYC! Come to our live event on June 13th. More information 30for30podcasts.com/events
Published 06/11/18
A bonus conversation about the downfall of legendary basketball coach Bobby Knight. Robert Abbott directed the new 30for30 film "The Last Days of Knight," available now on ESPN+ as part of the new ESPN app. es.pn/2JF3eF2
Published 04/13/18
A bonus conversation with two filmmakers who have taken on one of the most infamous stories in sports history: Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan. Nanette Burstein directed the 2014 30 for 30 documentary "The Price of Gold," and Steven Rogers wrote the screenplay for this year's film "I, Tonya."
Published 03/01/18
A bonus conversation with director Ken Rodgers, who got legendary NFL coaches BIll Parcells and Bill Belichick to sit for an interview together for the first time in decades. Watch the film now: http://www.espn.com/watch/_/id/3281839/30-for-30-the-two-bills
Published 02/01/18
A bonus conversation with director Colin Hanks and former NBA Trainer Wally Blase. Wally started his career in the 1990s with the legendary Chicago Bulls. His wild 10-day "injury rehab" trip with Dennis Rodman inspired the new 30 for 30 short "Wally and the Worm." | Watch the film right now: http://www.espn.com/video/clip?id=21778624 | Listen to our original audio docs: 30for30podcasts.com
Published 12/19/17
A conversation, with bonus clips and more, about our recent episode "Madden's Game." Featuring Dave Neupauer of NFL Films and producer Emma Jacobs. Hosted by 30 for 30's Andrew Mambo.
Published 12/10/17
A conversation, featuring bonus clips and more, about our recent episode "The Lights Of Wrigleyville." Featuring Dan Collison and Elizabeth Meister of Long Haul Productions.
Published 12/03/17
A conversation, with bonus clips and behind the scenes stories, about our episode "No Rules: The Birth Of The UFC." Featuring Chris Berube and Andrew Mambo.
Published 11/26/17
A conversation, with behind the scenes stories and bonus clips, about our episode "Hoodies Up." Featuring Jody Avirgan and The Undefeated's Clinton Yates.
Published 11/19/17
A bonus conversation with "Nature Boy" Ric Flair, one of pro wrestling's legendary figures, and Rory Karpf, director of a new documentary about his troubled life. Watch the film now: http://www.espn.com/watch/_/id/3211683/30-for-30--nature-boy-presented-by-mini And our new season of audio documentaries returns November 14th. More at 30for30podcasts.com
Published 11/07/17
A bonus conversation about a bizarre moment in NFL history. In 1987, NFL players went on strike, and NFL owners fielded replacement players -- NFL castoffs, has beens and never weres. 30 for 30's Jody Avirgan speaks with director John Dorsey and two replacement players, Craig McEwen and Tony Settles. Watch the film on the ESPN app right now. http://www.espn.com/watch/player?id=3199367 Listen to our first season of audio docs here: 30for30podcasts.com/seasonone And the trailer for our new...
Published 10/31/17
A conversation between 30 for 30's Jody Avirgan and director Mike Tollin about a group of star basketball players he tracked over the course of 25 years. Watch the film on the ESPN app right now. Listen to our first season of audio docs here: 30for30podcasts.com/seasonone Our new season of launches November 14th!
Published 10/24/17
A conversation between 30 for 30's Jody Avirgan and the co-directors of the new film "Tommy," chronicling the turbulent life of boxer Tommy Morrison, who eventually died from complications of AIDS. Watch the film now: espn.com/watch/_/id/3168369/30-for-30-tommy. Listen to our first season of audio docs here: 30for30podcasts.com/seasonone Our new season of launches November 14th!
Published 10/17/17
A bonus conversation between 30 for 30's Jody Avirgan and director/producer team Charlie and Willie Ebersol. Their new film "Strike Team" chronicles one of the most brazen stings in U.S. Marshal's history. Watch the film now: http://www.espn.com/watch/player?id=3192836 Listen to our first season of audio docs here: 30for30podcasts.com/seasonone Our new season of launches November 14th!
Published 10/10/17
A bonus conversation with Jody Avirgan and director Adam Hootnick about his film "What Carter Lost," which tells the story of perhaps the greatest high school football team of all time, and a scandal that rocked a community. | Watch the film right now: espn.com/watch/_/id/3152387/30-for-30--what-carter-lost-presented-by-mini | Listen to our first season of audio docs: 30for30podcasts.com/seasonone
Published 08/29/17
Between seasons, we're bringing you bonus conversations with Jody Avirgan and the people behind some recent 30 for 30 films. This week, director Daniel Gordon discusses his new film about the brilliant and troubled soccer player George Best -- and the rise of the pop star footballer. Listen to our first season of docs: 30for30podcasts.com/seasonone
Published 08/22/17
Between seasons, we're bringing you bonus conversations with Jody Avirgan and the people behind some recent 30 for 30 films. This week, director Dan Forer discusses the mercurial relationship between Mike Francesa and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and the rise of sports talk radio. Listen to our first season of docs: 30for30podcasts.com/seasonone
Published 08/15/17
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