Sinopsis
Episodes feature former-NBA, ABA & CBA players, coaches and media. Plus, conversations about particular games, memorable moments and much more. My focal point is Michael Jordan, however, I cover everything NBA - with my unique Australian sense of humor.
Episodios
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Luc Longley: Three-time olympian / NBA Champion and Australia's first NBA player - AIR005
03/01/2013 Duración: 54minSend Adam a text message.Three-time Olympian / NBA Champion and Australia's first ever NBA player, Luc Longley. We chat about Luc's early sporting career, his formative years playing basketball and representing Australia at the Olympic Games. Luc tells us how he was recruited to play college basketball for the University of New Mexico. We discuss his 10-year NBA career and how he prepared to match-up against an era of dominant big men, unlikely to be ever seen again. We also examine Luc's championship years with Chicago and his experiences playing alongside Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen and Dennis Rodman. The conversation is very candid and Luc's sense of humour is notable.Support: Buy Adam a coffee | Amazon: USA / Australia | Audible | PayPalListen: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | OvercastFollow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookSubscribe (free): NBA-history newsletter[as an Amazon Associate, Adam earns from qualifying purchases - you'll be supporting his podcast
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Andrew Gaze: Two-time NBL Champion, five-time olympian, NBA Champion and Aussie icon - AIR004
04/12/2012 Duración: 01h31minSend Adam a text message.Australia's greatest ever basketballer - two-time NBL Champion, five-time Olympian and NBA Champion, Andrew Gaze. Our discussion begins with Andrew's formative years, literally surrounded by basketball and the influence of his famous father, Lindsay. We talk about Andrew's early years in the NBL and representing Australia internationally with his close friends, Luc Longley, Shane Heal and Mark Bradtke. We cover his season playing college basketball at Seton Hall in America, delve into his NBA experiences and get his insight on the NBL of today. The conversation is also sprinkled with Andrew's fantastic anecdotes.Support: Buy Adam a coffee | Amazon: USA / Australia | Audible | PayPalListen: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | OvercastFollow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookSubscribe (free): NBA-history newsletter[as an Amazon Associate, Adam earns from qualifying purchases - you'll be supporting his podcast at no extra cost]
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Christian Laettner: Two-time NCAA Champion, 1992 Dream Teamer and NBA veteran - AIR003
26/11/2012 Duración: 47minSend Adam a text message.Two-time NCAA Champion of the Duke Blue Devils, 1992 Dream Team member and 13-year NBA veteran, Christian Laettner. Our discussion includes the origin of Laettner's competitive nature, his four years and two titles at Duke, plus his role on the incomparable Dream Team. We talk about his link to Australia's own Luc Longley and Andrew Gaze, plus discuss his NBA years and passion for his Basketball Academy. The conversation is also scattered with references to Christian's relationship with Michael Jordan.Support: Buy Adam a coffee | Amazon: USA / Australia | Audible | PayPalListen: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | OvercastFollow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookSubscribe (free): NBA-history newsletter[as an Amazon Associate, Adam earns from qualifying purchases - you'll be supporting his podcast at no extra cost]
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Tom Dore: Chicago Bulls TV commentator (1991-2008) - AIR002
17/11/2012 Duración: 38minSend Adam a text message.Former long-time Chicago Bulls play-by-play man, Tom Dore. Our discussion includes Tom's native Illinois, his time at Missouri University and subsequent journey to France and New Zealand where he played basketball professionally. We talk about Andrew and Lindsay Gaze (Australia's own basketball royalty), how Tom became a broadcaster for the Bulls and his association with two of the all-time greats; Jim Durham and Johnny 'Red' Kerr (both RIP). We also discuss his relationship with Michael Jordan and unearth some fantastic MJ stories.Support: Buy Adam a coffee | Amazon: USA / Australia | Audible | PayPalListen: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | OvercastFollow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookSubscribe (free): NBA-history newsletter[as an Amazon Associate, Adam earns from qualifying purchases - you'll be supporting his podcast at no extra cost]
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Bill Wennington: Three-time NBA Champion (Chicago Bulls) - AIR001
07/10/2012 Duración: 59minSend Adam a text message.Three-time NBA Champion of the Chicago Bulls, Bill Wennington. Our discussion includes Bill's formative years in Canada, the Olympics and his time at St. John's University. We talk about the 1985 NBA Draft, his NBA career and foray to Italy where he won a Euroleague Championship. We also discuss his key role in Michael Jordan's amazing 'Double Nickel' game. We chat about Bill's post-retirement days, the book he authored and his love for his current job with the Chicago Bulls Radio Network.Support: Buy Adam a coffee | Amazon: USA / Australia | Audible | PayPalListen: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | OvercastFollow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookSubscribe (free): NBA-history newsletter[as an Amazon Associate, Adam earns from qualifying purchases - you'll be supporting his podcast at no extra cost]