GenX Classic Sports
Whether you grew up cheering for Bo Jackson, Michael Jordan, Joe Montana, or Nolan Ryan, we’ve got you covered with in-depth discussions, exclusive interviews, and fun throwbacks to the greatest sports stories from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s. Designed for fans in their 40s, 50s, and 60s, (but we welcome everyone) GenX Classic Sports connects you with the timeless passion and memories of the sports that shaped your generation. 🎧 Subscribe now for bi-weekly episodes that bring the glory days back to life! #SportsNostalgia #GenXSports #ClassicSportsMemories #BoJackson #MichaelJordan #JoeMontana #1980sSports #1990sSports
Episodes
Welcome back to GenX Classic Sports, where we discuss vintage sports, athletes, games, and other memorable events from the sports world we grew up in, from the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s.
Today's episode isn’t your average underdog story. It’s messy, it’s politically incorrect by today’s standards, and it’s absolutely packed with the kind of grit, humor, and heart that only a Gen X classic can deliver. We’ve got Walt...
"Welcome to GenX Classic Sports — the podcast that takes you back to the golden age of sports, where legends were made and memories never fade.
In this episode, we move our attention to Memphis wrestling, spotlighting the legendary Jerry “The King” Lawler and the wild world of the Mid-South Coliseum wrestling scene in Memphis. Memphis was a highly successful region in the 1970s and 1980s. Whether you grew up watc...
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Episode 22: Mid-South Wrestling Memories: Part 2.
Today, we're stepping back into the squared circle to finish our discussion of the glory days of Mid-South Wrestling — one of the most iconic and hard-hitting regional wrestling promotions of the 1970s and 1980s. From Bill Watts’ gritty storytelling to unforgettable names like Junkyard Dog, Ted DiBiase, ‘Hacksaw’ Jim Duggan, and Butch Reed, we're diving de...
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"Welcome to GenX Classic Sports — the podcast that takes you back to the golden age of sports, where legends were made and memories never fade.
In this episode, we take a nostalgic look back at Mid-South Wrestling from the 1980s — the legendary wrestling promotion that launched stars like Junkyard Dog, Ted DiBiase, Hacksaw Jim Duggan, and "Cowboy" Bill Watts. If you grew up watching Mid-South Wrestl...
🎙 Welcome to GenX Classic Sports—the podcast that takes you back to the golden age of sports and nostalgia! If you grew up in the ‘70s, ‘80s, or ‘90s, this is your home for reliving the greatest moments in sports history.
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🎙 Welcome to GenX Classic Sports—the podcast that takes you back to the golden age of sports and nostalgia! If you grew up in the ‘70s, ‘80s, or ‘90s, this is your home for reliving the greatest moments in sports history.
In this episode, we’re talking about a GenX classic sports movie: Hoosiers — the legendary 1986 basketball movie that became an instant classic. Whether you remember watching it on VHS or caught it d...
🎙 Welcome to GenX Classic Sports—the podcast that takes you back to the golden age of sports and nostalgia! If you grew up in the ‘70s, ‘80s, or ‘90s, this is your home for reliving the greatest moments in sports history.
Today, we’re diving back into part two of our discussion on classic GenX sports video games—the legendary titles that shaped our childhoods. From Atari 2600 classics like Home Run and Football, to In...
🎙 Welcome to GenX Classic Sports—the podcast that takes you back to the golden age of sports and nostalgia! If you grew up in the ‘70s, ‘80s, or ‘90s, this is your home for reliving the greatest moments in sports history.
Today, we’re diving into classic GenX sports video games—the legendary titles that shaped our childhoods. From Atari 2600 classics like Home Run and Football, to Intellivision’s MLB Baseball and NFL ...
In this episode we finish our discussion about a legendary small-town basketball tournament that at its peak in the 1980s featured superstars like NBA Hall-of-Famer and Olympic champion Karl Malone, NCAA enigma Benny Anders, and Louisiana basketball legend Bobby Joe Douglas.
The Dual State Tournament, which ran for 89 years in south Arkansas, wasn’t just a proving ground for rising talent—it was a battleground where ba...
In this episode we dive into a legendary small-town basketball tournament that at its peak in the 1980s featured superstars like NBA Hall-of-Famer and Olympic champion Karl Malone, NCAA enigma Benny Anders, and Louisiana basketball legend Bobby Joe Douglas.
The Dual State Tournament, which ran for 89 years in south Arkansas, wasn’t just a proving ground for rising talent—it was a battleground where basketball dreams we...
The NFL is deep into the playoffs. In honor of the football season winding down we take a trip back to 1978. In this episode, we’re diving deep into Super Bowl XII, the unforgettable showdown between the Dallas Cowboys and the Denver Broncos on January 15, 1978, in the New Orleans Superdome. Relive the nostalgia as we break down the iconic plays, memorable players like Roger Staubach, Craig Morton, Harvey Martin, and ...
Welcome to a special GenX Classic Sports Movie episode. Shon, David, and Mark take a trip under the bright lights of small-town Texas to explore Friday Night Lights, the iconic 2004 film that captured the intensity, heartbreak, and unyielding passion of high school football. From the unforgettable performances to the themes of community, ambition, and sacrifice, we’ll unpack what makes this film more than just a sport...
Welcome to a special GenX Classic Sports Movie episode. Shon, David, and Mark take a trip under the bright lights of small-town Texas to explore Friday Night Lights, the iconic 2004 film that captured the intensity, heartbreak, and unyielding passion of high school football. From the unforgettable performances to the themes of community, ambition, and sacrifice, we’ll unpack what makes this film more than just a sport...
Today we’re diving into the legendary career of Bo Jackson—the man who redefined what it means to be a multi-sport athlete. From his jaw-dropping highlights with the Kansas City Royals in Major League Baseball to his unforgettable moments as an NFL star with the Los Angeles Raiders, Bo Jackson's professional journey is a story of pure athletic dominance. Known for his 'Bo Knows' campaign and iconic stat...
Today we’re uncovering the incredible early years of Bo Jackson—the high school and college phenom who set the stage for one of the most remarkable athletic careers in history. From his record-breaking performances at McAdory High School in Alabama to his legendary college football career with the Auburn Tigers, where he won the Heisman Trophy in 1985, Bo Jackson was destined for greatness. We'll explore his domi...
Episode 09: 1989 NFL Draft
Today we’re taking a deep dive into the historic 1989 NFL Draft—widely regarded as one of the greatest drafts in NFL history. This iconic draft class included Hall of Fame legends like Troy Aikman, Barry Sanders, Derrick Thomas, and Deion Sanders, shaping the future of professional football for decades. We’ll break down the key storylines, unforgettable draft moments, and the impact these sup...
Shon is joined by a surprise guest GenZer, who has an interest in all things GenX and learns about the 1989 Cotton Bowl and how it influenced the NFL draft a few months later.
Credits:
Haylee Wolf: narration.
Mason Enis: theme music.
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Steve and Tom join Shon to learn the history of fantasy football and reminisce over their own experiences with this multi-billion dollar industry that GenX and Boomers brought to the masses.
Credits:
Haylee Wolf: narration.
Mason Enis: theme music.
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Tom and Steve grew up loving sports. They join Shon to reminisce about some of the GenX athletes, teams, and writers/broadcasters who helped grow their love of sports. Grab your Sears NFL letter jacket and your old Sports Illustrated issue and join us for a nostalgic look at GenX fandom.
Credits:
Haylee Wolf: narration.
Mason Enis: theme music.
Copyright @ PineStreetProductions 2024. Any...
Jim returns to reminisce with Shon about a big GenX sports moment: the incredible 1984 Chicago Cubs season—a year that saw the team capture their first division title in nearly four decades. From Ryne Sandberg’s MVP performance to Rick Sutcliffe’s dominant pitching, we’ll relive the highs, heartbreaks, and everything in between. Join us as we explore how the Cubs electrified Wrigley Field, thrilled Chicago fans, and b...
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