Distant Replay
191 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsThe Distant Replay podcast goes back and relives some of the greatest sporting events of all-time. Join us as we watch these games over again years later and discuss our takeaways, run through scenarios, and answer some important questions. Each episode will feature one game and we'll have a good time doing it.
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1997 Rose Bowl - #2 Arizona State vs #4 Ohio State
July 07, 2020 15:00 - 53 minutes - 73.7 MBThe 1996 college football season closed out with a defacto semifinal scenario as #2 Arizona State took on #4 Ohio State in the Rose Bowl while #1 Florida State played #3 Florida in the Sugar Bowl. Our focus on this episode is the 1997 Rose Bowl, where the Sun Devils - led by Jake Plummer and Pat Tillman - were trying to close out an undefeated season and claim at least a share of the national championship. On the other sideline, the Buckeyes lost a chance at an undefeated season when t...
Ep 30: Backstory: 'The Decision' -- Documentary Recap
June 29, 2020 21:12 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBIt's one of those television moments you can remember where you were when you first watched it. No matter what you thought about LeBron James announcing his decision to 'take his talents to South Beach', you probably had a strong opinion. Now 10 years later, ESPN took us back through the 'The Decision' in a special Backstory documentary with journalist Don Van Natta Jr. We watched this special airing and now it's time to recap the recap. Some of the things we'll cover: A fan's idea? ...
Ep 29: Super Bowl XLII - New England Patriots vs New York Giants
June 23, 2020 11:00 - 46 minutes - 64.8 MBToday we go back 12 years to Super Bowl 42 in Glendale, Arizona, where Tom Brady and the New England Patriots were one game away from the second perfect season in NFL history. All they had to do was beat the New York Giants, who reached the playoffs with a 10-6 record and a Wild Card bid. This record-setting Patriots offense had cruised through regular season at 16-0 and was a 12-point favorite to knock off Tom Couglin's Giants. As we all remember, the Giants shocked the world that nig...
Ep 28: Long Gone Summer - 30 for 30 Recap
June 16, 2020 01:03 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MBESPN's long run of documentaries during the pandemic takes us to 30 for 30: Long Gone Summer, a look at the 1998 MLB season where Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa chased down Roger Maris' home run record while the nation watched on. Tonight we're going to recap the documentary and share our thoughts on the two hours look at one of the greatest summers in MLB history. We'll tell you why we were disappointed in the 30 for 30 overall but still enjoyed the trip down memory lane. Other topics:...
Ep 27: 1984 CFB - #10 Boston College @ #12 Miami Hurricanes
June 04, 2020 13:38 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MBToday's episode goes back to one of the greatest plays in college football history. The Doug Flutie Hail Mary against to propel Boston College over Miami is one of those iconic moments that gets shown all the time. Neither of us had ever seen the game so we put it on the list to revisit and we're glad we did. Not only was this finish incredible, but this entire game was as good as you'll find for a regular season matchup without a whole lot on the line. The eventual Heisman winner went ...
Ep 26: 30 For 30 – LANCE - Documentary Part 2 Recap
June 01, 2020 11:05 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MBThe latest 30 For 30 documentary on Lance Armstrong wrapped up Sunday night and we're talking about a LOADED episode. Part 2 greatly overshadowed the first episode because this one had all the drama, backstabbing, snitching, and bitterness that makes up the doping scandal in cycling. We start with Lance's rise to the top and seven straight Tour de France titles, the creation of Livestrong, and then the downfall. We also learn all about the characters in this story like Floyd Landis and ...
Ep 25: 30 For 30 - LANCE - Part 1 Recap
May 26, 2020 18:20 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MBSince we had a lot of fun with The Last Dance documentary recap shows, we decided to keep it rolling with ESPN's latest Sunday night release: 30 For 30: LANCE. This show will recap what we saw during the first part of the documentary on the most well-known cyclist in American history. Lance Armstrong brought a nation together with his triumphant comeback story and rise to greatness but it turned out to be too good to be true. On this first part, we look at: That aggressive opening sce...
Ep 25: 30 For 30 - LANCE - Documentary Part 1 Recap
May 26, 2020 18:20 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MBSince we had a lot of fun with The Last Dance documentary recap shows, we decided to keep it rolling with ESPN's latest Sunday night release: 30 For 30: LANCE. This show will recap what we saw during the first part of the documentary on the most well-known cyclist in American history. Lance Armstrong brought a nation together with his triumphant comeback story and rise to greatness but it turned out to be too good to be true. On this first part, we look at: That aggressive opening sce...
Ep 24: The Last Dance - Episode 10 Recap
May 19, 2020 01:32 - 35 minutes - 48.2 MBWe put a bow on the last installment of The Last Dance documentary on ESPN and it was a heck of a run. The look back through Michael Jordan's career with the Chicago Bulls and that final 1997-98 championship season was captured over the course of ten episodes and tonight we recap the final one. There's a lot to hit but here are the main discussions: 1998 NBA Finals Jordan's mindset and demeanor heading into that series Game 3 blowout Rodman bounces to wrestle The final shot Th...
Ep 23: The Last Dance - Episode 9 Recap
May 19, 2020 01:02 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MBThe Last Dance documentary on the 1997-98 Chicago Bulls and Michael Jordan's career is down to its penultimate episode as we close out the 1997 NBA title against the Utah Jazz. We find out the real story behind the infamous flu game, which is a big takeaway from this entire project, but we also see that Eastern Conference Finals matchup against Reggie Miller and the Indiana Pacers. Jordan closes out game 7 for just the second time during this Bulls run. We'll also discuss: Gus Lett an...
Ep 22: The Last Dance - Episode 8 Recap
May 12, 2020 02:35 - 33 minutes - 47 MBWith just three episodes of The Last Dance documentary left to go, we get into Jordan's return to the NBA. This episode hits on a lot from 1995 and 1996, including these topics that we talk about on this episode of Distant Replay: Jordan's relationship with his teammates BJ Armstrong the enemy LaBradford Smith MLB strike leads MJ back to the Bulls 'I'm Back.' 55 on the Knicks 45 before 23 Space Jam Fighting with Steve Kerr 72 wins and knocking off Orlando George Karl a...
Ep 21: The Last Dance - Episode 7 Recap
May 12, 2020 02:29 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBThe fourth Sunday of The Last Dance featured episode 7 to start off the night and it was a look at Michael Jordan's time away from the game of basketball. This might have been the emotional episode of the documentary thus far with the death of his father and then the powerful final scene of the episode. Here's what we're covering: Backstabbing Craig Sager 1998 playoffs begin Scott Burrell His dad's death Conspiracy theories The press conference to announce retirement Jordan ...
Ep 20: The Last Dance - Episode 6 Recap
May 05, 2020 00:53 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MBJordan has arrived and eyes are on him everywhere he goes. That's what we begin to see in Episode 6 of 'The Last Dance' documentary airing on ESPN. With that attention comes added scrutiny as well. Does Jordan have a gambling problem? Should he be going to Atlantic City in the middle of the Eastern Conference Finals? Jordan tells us it's not a gambling problem but rather a competition problem. Classic. This episode also provides the most meme-able moment yet when security John Michae...
Ep 19: The Last Dance - Episode 5 Recap
May 04, 2020 23:29 - 26 minutes - 37.5 MBThe third Sunday with The Last Dance documentary brought us the best episode to date in our opinion in Episode 5. This one had it all and hit on some of the biggest highlights of his career. The show begins with a look at Kobe vs Jordan in the 1998 All-Star Game, and we're all lucky to get to hear Kobe talk about MJ and what it mean to face him. From there we reach an epic portion of Jordan's career with the Chicago Bulls. You have the 1992 NBA Finals with Jordan topping Clyde Drexler ...
Ep 18: The Last Dance - Episode 4 Recap
April 27, 2020 14:42 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MB'The Last Dance' really started picking up steam with the release of episode 4 and we're going to recap the entire hour. On this one we got to hear about Dennis Rodman's Vegas bender, Phil Jackson's coaching path to the Bulls, how Chicago changed their workout routine to beat the Bad Boys, and the handshake walkoff that fuels Jordan's hatred to this day. That and much more to come on this episode of the Distant Replay Podcast. Check out more on this show and other episodes here: ht...
Ep 17: The Last Dance - Episode 3 Recap
April 27, 2020 14:19 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MBWe continue on with our recap of 'The Last Dance' documentary on the 1997-98 Chicago Bulls after episode 3 aired on April 26. In this episode, we get introduced to Dennis Rodman, meet the Bad Boys aka the Detroit Pistons of the late 80s, and watch Michael Jordan continue his ascension to greatness by knocking out the Cavs on a buzzer beater over Ehlo. We'll hit all that and more during this episode. Check out more on this show and past episodes here: https://distantreplaypodcast.com...
Ep 16: The Last Dance - Episode 2 Recap
April 20, 2020 13:53 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBEpisode two debuted right after episode one and it was packed full of new information. Scottie Pippen's bad contract and subsequent dissension were the main story but we got a great look at Jordan's second season with the Bulls and their load management. Plus, a look back to Jordan's upbringing and family dynamic. There's a lot to unpack in episode 2 of 'The Last Dance' and we'll do that on this show. Get more info on this show and check out more episodes here: https://distantreplaypod...
Ep 15: The Last Dance - Episode 1 Recap
April 20, 2020 13:28 - 23 minutes - 32.5 MBWe were like all of the sports world on Sunday, April 19, as we watched the debut of 'The Last Dance' documentary on ESPN. The first episode set the stage for what was to come for the 10-part series on the 1997-98 Chicago Bulls by showing us just how uncertain that season was going to be. Let's recap what we saw on the first episode, including: -Traveling Cocaine Circus -Jerry Krause the villian -Jordan taking shots at Krause all the time -A look at just how putrid the Bulls were ...
Ep 14: 1998 NBA Finals, Game 6 - Chicago Bulls @ Utah Jazz
April 17, 2020 14:09 - 54 minutes - 75.4 MBNo one could close out a game like Michael Jordan and he finished his Bulls career on the highest note possible. We go back to June 14, 1998 for Game 6 of the NBA Finals. Jordan and the Chicago Bulls were trying to close out Karl Malone and the Utah Jazz to win their sixth championship with MJ. Of course the ball would find its way into Jordan's hands with the Bulls down one point in the final seconds. Read the show notes and watch the full game here: https://distantreplaypodcast.com/1...
Ep 13: 1992 Elite 8 - Duke Blue Devils vs Kentucky Wildcats
April 14, 2020 15:29 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBIt's considered one of the greatest college basketball games ever played thanks to an improbable buzzer beater by Christian Laettner, but what else happened that night between the Duke Blue Devils and the Kentucky Wildcats? We go back to March 28, 1992 for this Elite Eight matchup between two college hoops blue bloods to talk about the game, the broadcast, the officiating, Christian Laettner's mom, Gimel Martinez's mustache, and more. Read more and watch the game here:
Ep 12: 1993 NCAA Tourney National Championship - UNC vs Michigan
April 07, 2020 16:14 - 47 minutes - 65.7 MBWe're taking it back to April 5, 1993, for the final game of the NCAA Tournament. It was a classic matchup between the North Carolina Tar Heels and the Michigan Wolverines. Michigan, led by Steve Fisher, featured the Fab Five in their second season in Ann Arbor and a favorite to win the national championship a year after losing in the final game. On the other side, Dean Smith was looking to claim his second national championship in the same venue that saw Michael Jordan hit the game-wi...
Ep 11: 1991 Final Four - UNLV vs Duke
March 31, 2020 14:15 - 52 minutes - 73.1 MBArguably one of the greatest semifinal game of all time, the Duke Blue Devils upset top-ranked UNLV en route to the 1991 national championship. Duke, under Coach K, avenged a 30-point loss in the title game the year prior behind Bobby Hurley, Christian Laettner, and true freshman Grant Hill. For UNLV, the loss ended a dream season for Jerry Tarkanian and a talented roster that included Larry Johnson, Greg Anthony, Stacy Augmon, Anderson Hunt, and others. The Rebels came into the game a...
Ep 10: 2000 Western Conference Finals, Game 7 - Portland Trail Blazers @ LA Lakers
March 24, 2020 13:09 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MBKobe and Shaq produced three championships for the Los Angeles Lakers but that almost never happened. The duo, under first-year head coach Phil Jackson, nearly blew a 3-1 lead over the Portland Trail Blazers in the 2000 Western Conference Finals. We never think about how the dynasty got started, but it took a 15-point comeback in the fourth quarter to avoid making history for the wrong reasons and it was all punctuated by the alley-oop from Kobe to Shaq and the subsequent reaction by the Big...
Ep 9: 2006 NBA - Toronto Raptors @ LA Lakers - Kobe Scores 81
February 11, 2020 16:00 - 38 minutes - 53.5 MBRegardless of where you stand on the NBA's GOAT debate, there's no denying Kobe Bryant is a part of that discussion. The NBA star dominated his craft like very few have ever done and broke many records along the way. That included this night on January 22, 2006 in Los Angeles when the Lakers hosted the Toronto Raptors in a regular season NBA game. We wanted to go back to that game for this episode of Distant Replay because, believe it or not, neither one of us had actually seen this game be...
Ep #8 - 2004 Indiana Pacers @ Detroit Pistons - Malice at the Palace
November 12, 2019 17:00 - 52 minutes - 73.2 MBIt was one of the darkest days in modern NBA history. A scuffle on the court late in the game sparked one of the ugliest brawls we've seen in sports. Meeting for the first time since the Eastern Conference Finals earlier that year, the Indiana Pacers and Detroit Pistons squared off in an early-season game with some ill-will still lingering from that playoff series. With less than a minute left in a 15-point game, Ron Artest fouled Ben Wallace hard under the basket. Wallace immediately...
Ep 8 - 2004 Indiana Pacers @ Detroit Pistons - Malice at the Palace
November 12, 2019 17:00 - 52 minutes - 73.2 MBIt was one of the darkest days in modern NBA history. A scuffle on the court late in the game sparked one of the ugliest brawls we've seen in sports. Meeting for the first time since the Eastern Conference Finals earlier that year, the Indiana Pacers and Detroit Pistons squared off in an early-season game with some ill-will still lingering from that playoff series. With less than a minute left in a 15-point game, Ron Artest fouled Ben Wallace hard under the basket. Wallace immediately...
Ep 7 - 2011 #1 LSU at #2 Alabama - Game of the Century
November 05, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBTwo SEC powerhouses were on a collision course during the 2011 regular season that eventually came to a head on November 5. The top two teams in college football - both out of the same division - faced off in Tuscaloosa for what the media called 'The Game of the Century.' It was No. 1 LSU traveling to #2 Alabama. Both teams had a bye week leading up to the matchup, which helped fuel the hype and anticipation. The game was such a big deal that CBS made a trade with ESPN to air this game in...
Ep #7 - 2011 #1 LSU at #2 Alabama - Game of the Century
November 05, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBTwo SEC powerhouses were on a collision course during the 2011 regular season that eventually came to a head on November 5. The top two teams in college football - both out of the same division - faced off in Tuscaloosa for what the media called 'The Game of the Century.' It was No. 1 LSU traveling to #2 Alabama. Both teams had a bye week leading up to the matchup, which helped fuel the hype and anticipation. The game was such a big deal that CBS made a trade with ESPN to air this game in...
Ep 6 - 2002 BCS National Championship Game - Miami vs Ohio State
October 29, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 95.3 MBThe 2002 BCS National Championship Game featured two undefeated teams, more than 50 future NFL players, and a pass interference call that is still talked about today. In this episode, we'll go back to that night at the Fiesta Bowl where the top-ranked Miami Hurricanes came into the game riding a 24-game winning streak and looking for its second-straight national title. On the other side, Jim Tressel's Ohio State Buckeyes represented the Big Ten for the first time ever in the BCS title gam...
Ep #6 - 2002 BCS National Championship Game - Miami vs Ohio State
October 29, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 95.3 MBThe 2002 BCS National Championship Game featured two undefeated teams, more than 50 future NFL players, and a pass interference call that is still talked about today. In this episode, we'll go back to that night at the Fiesta Bowl where the top-ranked Miami Hurricanes came into the game riding a 24-game winning streak and looking for its second-straight national title. On the other side, Jim Tressel's Ohio State Buckeyes represented the Big Ten for the first time ever in the BCS title gam...
Ep 5: 2003 NLCS Game 6 - Florida Marlins @ Chicago Cubs - The Bartman Game
October 22, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBNo fan has reached a level of infamy quite like Steve Bartman. The Cubs fan known best for the green turtleneck and headphones became the face of the 2003 NLCS after a foul ball found him in the 8th of a 3-0 game at Wrigley Field. The Cubs were just five outs from returning to the World Series for first time in 58 years when that ball bounced off of Bartman's hands and away from Moises Alou's glove. Join us as we go back and watch game 6 featuring Mark Prior versus Carl Pavano. We'll set ...
Ep #5: 2003 NLCS Game 6 - Florida Marlins @ Chicago Cubs - The Bartman Game
October 22, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBNo fan has reached a level of infamy quite like Steve Bartman. The Cubs fan known best for the green turtleneck and headphones became the face of the 2003 NLCS after a foul ball found him in the 8th of a 3-0 game at Wrigley Field. The Cubs were just five outs from returning to the World Series for first time in 58 years when that ball bounced off of Bartman's hands and away from Moises Alou's glove. Join us as we go back and watch game 6 featuring Mark Prior versus Carl Pavano. We'll set ...
Ep 4: 1996 Fiesta Bowl - No. 1 Nebraska Cornhuskers vs No. 2 Florida Gators
October 15, 2019 16:00 - 55 minutes - 76.7 MBWe're taking it back to the 1996 Fiesta Bowl for the matchup between the top-ranked Nebraska Cornhuskers and second-ranked Florida. This was a rare 1 vs 2 matchup in the pre-BCS era of college football and it had a ton of hype. Many consider this Nebraska team to be one of the greatest ever assembled in college football and they were taking on Steve Spurrier and his 'fun-n-gun' attack. It was the changing of the guard between the old-school style of football and the new-school offenses that ...
Ep #4: 1996 Fiesta Bowl - No. 1 Nebraska Cornhuskers vs No. 2 Florida Gators
October 15, 2019 16:00 - 55 minutes - 76.7 MBWe're taking it back to the 1996 Fiesta Bowl for the matchup between the top-ranked Nebraska Cornhuskers and second-ranked Florida. This was a rare 1 vs 2 matchup in the pre-BCS era of college football and it had a ton of hype. Many consider this Nebraska team to be one of the greatest ever assembled in college football and they were taking on Steve Spurrier and his 'fun-n-gun' attack. It was the changing of the guard between the old-school style of football and the new-school offenses that ...
Ep #3 - Super Bowl XXV - New York Giants vs Buffalo Bills
October 08, 2019 16:00 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MBSuper Bowl XXV took place at Tampa Stadium on January 27, 1991 and featured a game between the New York Giants and the Buffalo Bills. There's so much about this game that makes it important but it was Scott Norwood's 'wide right' field goal attempt at the end that we still talk about to this day.
Ep 3 - Super Bowl XXV - New York Giants vs Buffalo Bills
October 08, 2019 16:00 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MBSuper Bowl XXV took place at Tampa Stadium on January 27, 1991 and featured a game between the New York Giants and the Buffalo Bills. There's so much about this game that makes it important but it was Scott Norwood's 'wide right' field goal attempt at the end that we still talk about to this day.
Ep 2 - 2001 AFC Playoffs - Oakland Raiders vs New England Patriots
October 01, 2019 16:00 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBWe go back to one of the most important games in NFL history, where a dynasty rose from a snowy Foxboro Stadium field behind first-year starting quarterback Tom Brady. This game between the Oakland Raiders and the New England Patriots from the Divisional Round of the 2001 AFC Playoffs will always be remembered as 'The Tuck Rule Game.' Check out the show notes and watch the game here: https://distantreplaypodcast.com/ep-2-2001-afc-playoffs-oakland-raiders-vs-new-england-patriots-tuck-rule-g...
Ep #2 - 2001 AFC Playoffs - Oakland Raiders vs New England Patriots
October 01, 2019 16:00 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBWe go back to one of the most important games in NFL history, where a dynasty rose from a snowy Foxboro Stadium field behind first-year starting quarterback Tom Brady. This game between the Oakland Raiders and the New England Patriots from the Divisional Round of the 2001 AFC Playoffs will always be remembered as 'The Tuck Rule Game.' Check out the show notes and watch the game here: https://distantreplaypodcast.com/ep-2-2001-afc-playoffs-oakland-raiders-vs-new-england-patriots-tuck-rule-g...
Ep 1 - 2006 BCS Championship Game - Texas Longhorns vs USC Trojans
September 24, 2019 16:00 - 52 minutes - 72.2 MBOn the debut episode of Distant Replay, we go back to one of the greatest college football games of all time. Vince Young and the Texas Longhorns knocked off a No. 1 USC team that featured two Heisman winners in the same backfield. Join us as we discuss the game after going back and rewatching it again 13 years later. We'll talk broadcast crew, players, big plays, What if, the social media factor, and much more. Check out the full show notes here: https://distantreplaypodcast.com/ep-1-...
Ep #1 - 2006 BCS Championship Game - Texas Longhorns vs USC Trojans
September 24, 2019 16:00 - 52 minutes - 72.2 MBOn the debut episode of Distant Replay, we go back to one of the greatest college football games of all time. Vince Young and the Texas Longhorns knocked off a No. 1 USC team that featured two Heisman winners in the same backfield. Join us as we discuss the game after going back and rewatching it again 13 years later. We'll talk broadcast crew, players, big plays, What if, the social media factor, and much more. Check out the full show notes here: https://distantreplaypodcast.com/ep-1-...
The Trailer
August 23, 2019 02:18 - 3 minutes - 5.54 MBWe're in an era now where debate drives ratings and the next GOAT gets crowned every night. There's no doubt it's a great time to be a sports fan, but don't forget about the ones that came first. That's why we're going back and digging up the greatest games ever played. We're talking about the ones that still get discussed years later. We want to relive them again by watching it as they originally aired (thanks YouTube). We'll bring our observations, questions, opinions, and scenarios to thi...