We chat with author Jim Bellano to discuss his new book “Fond Memories From the Forgettable Decade: A Sports Fan's Attempt to Rehabilitate the 1970s”. Jim talks about how he as a New York kid became a huge fan of the Steelers and Pirates, and we get into some of the great memories from that era.Find Jim's book here:Amazon | Barnes & NobleFind Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics!Connect with the show:Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on FacebookSend...

In life, people’s mistakes can be opportunities for growth and reflection, but in sports, they torment us as fans for years to come! In this episode, we will look at some the biggest on the field blunders in Pittsburgh sports history. There are some which we can laugh about and some which still evoke strong emotion, but all remind us that indeed no one is perfect.REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​Find ...

For over 20 years, Willie Stargell blasted home runs in Pittsburgh. Later in his career he became known as pops and was the key figure on the championship run of 1979. A leader both on and off the field, Stargell's presence continues to loom large over the franchise. We take a deep dive into the life and career of this legendary Pittsburgh figure.Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics!Connect with the show:Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on FacebookSend ...

Some games result in a championship, some games feature an iconic last-second play, and some games are just special for no other reason than our personal experience with them. In this episode, our hosts discuss some of their favorite games which still hold a special place in their hearts.REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics!Connect with the show:Visit...

Most of us consume the majority of our sports via TV, and the introductions to these games - with their iconic theme music, voiceovers, and shots of our city - always set the stage. In this episode, we will play some vintage opening intro’s to Pittsburgh sporting events from years past. Which ones do you remember most?Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics!Connect with the show:Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on FacebookSend us a Text Message.

The 2017 season featured all kinds of drama - a National Anthem controversy, the death of the owner, a holdout from the star RB, the messy mid-season exit of one of the franchise's all-time great players, the Hall of Fame QB threatening to quit, and the best defensive player being shockingly paralyzed during a game. Somehow despite all of that, the Steelers put together the 3rd best record in franchise history! But unfortunately their dysfunction would finally catch up with them.REWIND is a s...

Much like the stock market, great trades can make or break your chances for success. A good deal can set your team up for a championship, while a bad trade can further send your team into great malaise. In this episode, we will discuss some of the more memorable trades (both good and bad) in Pittsburgh sports history.Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics!Connect with the show:Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on FacebookSend us a Text Message.

Drawing inspiration from Back to the Future II, we will look back at some significant moments in Pittsburgh sports history and present an alternate timeline for what may have happened had things gone differently.REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics!Connect with the show:Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on FacebookSend us a Text Message...

After years of disappointment in the 1980’s, new GM Tom Donahoe quickly built the Steelers into a Super Bowl contender in the 1990’s via a handful of shrewd drafts, trades, and free agent signings. But just as quickly as they were built, bad personnel moves and a feud with head coach Bill Cowher brought the Steelers right back to square one as the decade ended.Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics!Connect with the show:Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on...

Dale Shiffman and Kevin Koch were die-hard Pirates fans who found themselves entrenched in one of Major League Baseball’s biggest ever scandals - one that threatened to wipe their favorite team off the map forever. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​ Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics! Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on FacebookSend us a...

Physical play is part of sports but when lines are crossed, our opinion of what constitutes a “cheap shot” is often defined by the players and teams involved. In this episode we will cover the plays that were labeled by teams, media, and fans as dirty – some of which were against Pittsburgh athletes and some of which were inflicted by Pittsburgh athletes. Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics! Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on...

Local songs, gametime rituals, popular chants from the fans - many sports teams have traditions but none are quite as memorable as the ones in Pittsburgh (admittedly we may be a little biased). On this episode of our podcast, we will look at our favorite traditions of the past and present. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​ Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics! Connect with the...

The Pittsburgh Penguins were a wayward franchise even after drafting Mario Lemieux, but after years of disappointment, the 1991 Pens put together a season for the ages. This week we look back at that magical Stanley Cup run. Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics! Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on Facebook

As English poet Alexander Pope once said to "err is human but to forgive is divine" but hey - a championship wasn't on the line so what did he know! We will cover the many times the officials have made calls that have gone for or against our favorite local teams, and maybe find some emotional catharsis and closure along the way. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​ Connect with the show: Visit us on the...

The Pittsburgh Steelers and the Houston Oilers (and later the Tennessee Titans) had a fierce rivalry. The years of them being the two best teams in the NFL, the briefcase gift, the Commander Cody game, the fights and ejections - these two teams really did not like each other! While this is one of those teams we miss having  on our schedule every year, we can still look back on the memorable moments that made this rivalry so much fun. Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at...

We will look at 10 plays that, had things gone just a little bit differently, would have been celebrated as iconic moments in Pittsburgh sports history. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​ Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on Facebook

In this episode we will look at the game winning score of all 16 Pittsburgh pro sports championships. Some were dramatic while some were ho-hum. Some were made by all-time greats while some were made by guys you never heard of. All have one thing in common however: each brought yet another title to the City of Champions! Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics! Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on Facebook

Not all pro sports teams in Pittsburgh have had the staying power like the Pirates, Penguins, or Steelers. Much like Westview Park, Service Merchandise, or Metropol, some teams have come and gone. In this episode we will cover the pro sports franchises that didn’t make it. Some won championships and some didn’t but all left a memory that won’t be forgotten soon. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​ Find...

Much like Frank Costanza’s celebration of Festivus, we will be recounting some feats of strength. We have compiled a list of some of the most amazing plays in Pittsburgh sports history. They might not have all happened in a winning effort but nonetheless they were still incredible feats of athleticism. These jaw dropping plays still continue to impress us to this day. Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics! Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on...

Mario Lemieux shocked the sports world when he came out of retirement in 2000-01. What followed was a memorable deep run into the postseason for the Penguins, including the single most improbable moment in Pittsburgh sports history. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​ Find Pittsburgh sports gear and support the show at Fanatics.com! Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on...

How did a game between the Vikings and Cardinals result in two Super Bowls for the Steelers? How did a collision between Ken Caminiti and an Atlanta catcher destroy the Pirates? How did a Joe Montana injury lead to Bill Cowher coming to Pittsburgh? This week we will talk about several instances of the “butterfly effect”, where events that seemingly had nothing to do with Pittsburgh teams ended up drastically altering the course of Pittsburgh sports history. Find great Pittsburgh sports gear...

The 2002-03 Pitt basketball season was a breakthrough year for the Pitt Panthers which saw them accomplish many memorable firsts, but it ended in what would become an all too familiar fashion. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​ Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on Facebook

In this episode we dive into some of the more memorable owners of the various Pittsburgh sports teams. Some were cheap, some were just trying to survive, but they all contributed to the sports landscape in Pittsburgh either negatively or positively. Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on TwitterFollow us on Facebook

No two teams in the AFC have faced off in more playoff matchups over the years than the Steelers and Broncos, yet few fans of either team think of each other as true rivals. We’ll look back on the storied history between these two clubs and question whether or not this should be considered as one the NFL’s best rivalries. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​ Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow...