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Sports and Sports Writers
  • Jerome Holtzman

    Jerome Holtzman discusses baseball, journalism, and his book "No Cheering in the Press Box"

    Aug. 15, 1974

    Sportswriter Jerome Holtzman discusses his book "No Cheering in the Press Box."

  • Dr. Joshua Horn talks with Studs Terkel "Away with all the pests" his latest book

    Apr. 15, 1971
  • Discussing the book "Stengel: his life and times" with the sports writer author Robert Creamer

    Mar. 2, 1984

    Discussing the book "Stengel: his life and times" with the sports writer author Robert Creamer.

  • Ira Berkow

    Interview with Ira Berkow

    Aug. 9, 1988

    Discussing "Pitchers Do Get Lonely and other Sports Stories," with author Ira Berkow.

  • Ira Berkow

    Interview with Ira Berkow

    Jun. 27, 1997

    Interviewing sportswriter Ira Berkow.

  • Muhammad Ali

    Muhammad Ali discusses his book "The Greatest: My Own Story"

    Nov. 26, 1975

    Muhammad Ali discusses his book "The Greatest: My Own Story," touching on topics including his childhood and family, conversion to Islam, stance on the Vietnam War, and experiences in jail. After the conversation with Ali ends, the second half of the program consists of music by Billie Holiday ("God Bless the Child"), Jimmy Rushing ("Going to Chicago"), Nina Simone ("Children Go Where I Send You"), Count Basie, Alan Lomax ("Little John Henry"), Dinah Washington ("Willow Weep For Me"), and Duke Ellington ("East St. Louis Toodle-Oo").

  • Robert Lipsyte

    Robert Lipsyte discusses book "SportsWorld: An American Dreamland"

    Dec. 5, 1975

    Robert Lipsyte discusses book "SportsWorld: An American Dreamland." Includes excerpt from opening passage of the book. Includes excerpt of interview with Muhammad Ali which starts around 35:33.

  • Sonny Rollins

    Sonny Rollins discusses his career

    Oct. 16, 1978

    Studs Terkel comments on baseball, baseball player Sam Crawford, comedian Spike Milligan, and interviews jazz musician Sonny Rollins. Includes a voice clip of baseball player Sam Crawford. Includes brief banjo music.

  • Barry Byrne

    Interview with Barry Byrne and King Solomon as Kid Pharoah.

    1968

    Both interviews incomplete. King Solomon as Kid Pharaoh, hot dog shop owner in Chicago, and former prize fighter. Mr. Solomon talks about his business and how he has earned his place. He talks about being a gambler, and speaks of being "rough" and receiving his money in an unorthodox manner, "protection" so to speak. The Interview ends abruptly at 13:42. At 13:43 interview begins with Barry Byrne architect and student of the "Prairie Style" talks about his education with Frank Lloyd Wright. He speaks fondly of "father"(Frank Lloyd Wright) and his time studying under him.

  • Studs discusses rugby

    Studs Terkel discusses the rugby match between England and Wales live from Twickenham Stadium, London, England

    The England vs. Wales rugby rivalry is brought to life live from Twickenham Stadium by Studs Terkel. Surrounded by 65,000 fans, Studs Terkel with David Thompson interview fans during the pregame show offering the traditions and spirit of this passionate sport.

  • Roger Kahn talks about his book "Boys of Summer"

    1970

    Kahn talks about Jackie Robinson and the integration of baseball. Includes an excerpt from an interview with early player Sam Crawford.

  • Bill Bradley discusses his book "A Life on the run"

    Jun. 4, 1976
  • Interview with Joe Mantegna and Richard Fiere

    Sep. 22, 1989

    Discussing the play "Bleacher Bums: A Nine-Inning Comedy" with Richard Fiere and creator and actor Joe Mantegna.

  • Robert W. Creamer in conversation with Studs Terkel

    Jun. 11, 1991
  • Bill Leonard in conversation with Studs Terkel

    Mar. 30, 1976
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