Podcast Episodes

Gene Sarazen First to pull the double, the *yawn* end of the 'Pine Tar game,' and Rich Beem won the PGA - This DiSH Aug. 18

Episode 629

In 1922, Gene Sarazen became the first golfer to win the US Open and the PGA Championship in the same year.

In 1983, it was a ho-hum end to the 'Pine Tar Game.'

In 1967, Tony Canigliaro was hit in the…

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NFL in Tokyo, Ray Chapman killed by a pitch, and Ronaldo debuted in EPL - This DiSH for Aug. 16

Episode 628

In 1976, the NFL played its first game outside of the US. St. Louis beat San Diego 20-10.

In 1920, Ray Chapman was hit by a Carl Mays' pitch. He died a few hours later.

In 1987, Toronto Blue Jay Lloyd…

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Tiger vs. Sergio Feud Flashpoint - This DiSH for Aug. 15

Episode 627

In 1999, 19-year old Sergio Garcia chased 23-year old Tiger Woods during the final round of the PGA Championship, staring him down after a birdie putt on 13.

In 2010, Dustin Johnson got hit with a 2-…

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'The Boys in the Boat' win Gold, Olympic Mudball, and the Lanny Wadkins says, 'hold my beer' and wins PGA Championship - This DiSH for Aug. 14

Episode 626

In 1936, the US rowing 8 from the University of Washington won gold in the Olympics. It inspired Daniel James Brown’s book, ‘The Boys in the Boat.’

Also in 1936, the US won the first gold medal in bas…

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Mickey Mantle died, Joe Montana injured, and Jesse Owens banned for life - This DiSH for Aug. 13

Episode 625

In 1995, Mickey Mantle died.

In 1991, Joe Montana felt a pop in his elbow that led to the rise of Steve Young.

In 1936, Avery Brundage banned Jesse Owens for life.

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Basebrawl in Atlanta, Darryl Stingley paralyzed, and the suspicious death of boxer Chalky Wright - This DiSH for Aug. 12

Episode 624

In 1984, the Braves and Padres had more fights than runs. 17 players and 4 coaches were ejected.

In 1978, New England Patriots wide receiver Darryl Stingley was paralyzed after a vicious hit by Oaklan…

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Lee Trevino Found a putter, Won a Major, John Daly, from 9th alternate to PGA Champ, and Satchel Paige Signed by the Braves - This DiSH for Aug. 11

Episode 623

In 1974, Lee Trevino won the PGA Championship.

In 1991, John Daly won the PGA Championship as the 9th alternate.

In 1950, legendary New York Yankee Joe DiMaggio was benched for the first time in his c…

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1974 NFL Strike Ended after 'Scab' Players Used, Down Goes Decker, and a Televised Golf First - This DiSH for Aug. 10

Episode 622

In 1974, the NFL players decided to end their strike after the commish and the owners were okay using scab players. But it, along with John Mackey's challenge of the Rozelle Rule, it did put some pre…

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Wayne Gretzky traded to the LA Kings, Usain Bolt's to the double, and Jessie Owens wins another Gold - This DiSH for Aug. 9

Episode 621

In 1988, Wayne Gretzky was traded from the Edmonton Oilers to the Los Angeles Kings.

In 2012, Usain Bolt won the 200 meter sprint at the Olympics becoming the first Olympian to win both the 100 and t…

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Ty Cobb's Mother Killed His Father, Light go on at Wrigley, and Steph Curry Saves Team USA from Embarrassment - This DiSH for Aug. 8

Episode 620

In 1905, Ty Cobb's mother Amanda shot and killed his father, W.H. Cobb on the front porch of their home.

In 1988, the lights were finally turned on at Wrigley Field.

In 2024, Steph Curry sank 9 threes…

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