The Jim Rome Podcast

Jake Plummer on retiring from the NFL at age 33 with no regrets, leading Arizona State to their first Rose Bowl, Pat Tillman’s enduring legacy, how Bo Nix is the heartbeat of the Broncos, why everyone should try functional mushrooms and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2026

Kevin Weekes on his star turn in the 2002 playoffs and the legendary Paul Maurice pep talk that inspired it, why playing in NHL playoff games feels like going to MARS, Martin Brodeur’s chill vibe, Rod Brind’Amour’s loyalty to the Canes and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2026

Caron Butler on how basketball saved his life, what prison ball is like, getting recruited out of the hood by Jim Calhoun, how he bonded with Kobe, why the Heat will never tank under Pat Riley and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2026

Jerry Stackhouse on Steph Curry’s greatness, Steve Kerr’s future, what it was like running with MJ on the Wizards, UNC going outside the family to hire a head coach, his take on the GOAT debate and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2026

Sean Elliott on what he was thinking when he hit the iconic ‘Memorial Day Miracle’ buzzer beater, why there has never been an NBA player like Wemby, how Lute Olsen was like a living deity at Arizona, why he decided to play through severe kidney disease and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2026

Clinton Portis on why the '01 Miami Hurricanes are the greatest college football team ever, Sean Taylor's legacy, his biggest NFL regret, how six months in prison became a blessing in disguise and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2026

Alexi Lalas on what to expect from the USMNT at this summer's World Cup, how the '94 World Cup changed his life and US Soccer forever, being the first American to play in the Italian Serie A, launching the MLS and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2026

Patrick McEnroe on when another American male will FINALLY win a major, if Carlos Alcaraz is on a GOAT trajectory, his impossible loss to Jimmy Connors at the 1991 US Open, how Bjorn Borg’s early retirement hurt Johnny Mac and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2026

Stevie Johnson on evolving into a mentor and content creator, why Joe Brady is the right guy to get the Bills over the hump, the secret that unlocked his unique route running, how the BBN prepared him for Bills Mafia and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2026

James Kelley and I are all over the Sweet 16 action against the spread in a special March Madness edition of The Jim Rome Podcast.Bet with us or fade us but definitely don't miss it... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2026

Kyle Van Noy on what he thinks went down between Maxx Crosby and the Ravens, how Bill Belichick picked him up in his lowest moment, the difference between a WOLF and a DAWG, why he knows great football is still ahead of him and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2026

Tom Telesco on Malik Willis to the Dolphins, the Falcons' future at QB, what Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III will bring to the Chiefs, how John Carroll U became a football powerhouse and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2026

For Episode 400 of the Jim Rome Podcast it was the honor of a lifetime to go long form with one of my favorite people in the world: my son JAKE ROME! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2026

The LEGENDARY Bob Costas on his triumphant return to NBC Sports, where Shohei ranks among the MLB GOATs, whether the Dodgers are really RUINING baseball, comparing our first experiences on the Letterman Late Show and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2026

Incredible catch up with one of my favorite people in the world, BUTTA!Kevin Frazier on his legendary crossover from sports to entertainment, why the Bad Bunny halftime was misunderstood, fatherhood, The FX Sports Show, his Oscars forecast and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2026

Music exec and longtime CLONE Brian Slagel on befriending Lars Ulrich as a teenager, getting credit for launching Metallica, his pick for greatest metal album of all time, why metal is in such a great place right now and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2026

There was no way I could show up on Radio Row without running down MY MAN Michael Irvin. Best conversation with The Playmaker I’ve ever had… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2026

Josh Pate on how he hustled to a wild first broadcasting break, where to find the next Curt Cignetti, how the Big Ten caught up to the SEC, what the future holds for NIL and the transfer portal and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2026

A fascinating conversation with Howard Bryant about his brand new book 'Kings and Pawns,' the intertwined legacies of Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson, how both remain hugely influential in American culture and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 January 2026

Roman Harper on Indiana vs Miami in the Natty, what makes Curt Cignetti an outlier, Sean Payton's unique ability to motivate, Peanut Tillman's brilliant football mind, how Trinidad Chambliss projects as an NFL QB and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 January 2026

Cori Close on the explosive growth of women's hoops, prepping for another potential UCLA Women's Final Four run, what she learned from 15 years of weekly meetings with John Wooden, being GAUCHO ROYALTY and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 January 2026

Bomani Jones on how someone with two masters degrees ended up a sports media star, how he broke through at ESPN, why Ralph Wiley was such an inspiration and unique voice, where he sees the media business going, his favorite show he's ever worked on and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 December 2025

Phil Simms on why Jaxson Dart is the future of the Giants, what makes an elite QB prospect, getting tough love from Bill Parcells and encouragement from Bill Belichick, how he managed to elevate his game in the Super Bowl and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 December 2025

Bruce Arians on why it’s time for change for Mike Tomlin and the Steelers, convincing Tom Brady to buy into NO RISK IT NO BISCUIT, bringing Baker to Tampa, why coaching Peyton Manning in Indy was his favorite job ever and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 December 2025

Mina Kimes on what inspired her love of sports, how she went from business reporter to ESPN NFL analyst, what makes the Rams so complete, why there's hope for Sam Darnold in big games and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 November 2025

Adam Pacman Jones on living life "without a seatbelt," how he got the last laugh on the NFL, bouncing back after getting suspended for an entire season, why he loves Jerry Jones so much, healing from horrific childhood tragedy, why he helped raise Chris Henry's kids and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2025

Domonique Foxworth on what’s wrong with the Eagles offense, Matt LaFleur’s job security, what he learned about life from negotiating with NFL owners as NFLPA President, why Champ Bailey was like an octopus and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2025

Aqib Talib on why the Panthers had no chance in Super Bowl 50, what it was like on the Brady/Belichick Patriots, why he believes Bo Nix and the Broncos can win it all this year, what led to the infamous Michael Crabtree chain snatch and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 November 2025

Legendary energy dude Eric Byrnes on going all-in and all-out on anything and everything, co-hosting a pod with Will Clark on his No-Filter Network, sacking Tom Brady THREE times in a high school game, remembering Pat Tillman and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 October 2025

Paolo Conta on conquering the Moab 240 ultramarathon at 20 years old, how he survived the hardest night of his life, finding out pain and gratitude can coexist, how the power of brotherhood kept him going and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 October 2025

Owen Hanson on his new series ‘Cocaine Quarterback,’ going from USC football walk-on to working for the cartel, why the day he got busted was the best day of his life, how he’s using his black market skills in a new legitimate business and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 October 2025

Jeff Pearlman on his new book on Only God Can Judge Me, why he chose Tupac Shakur as a subject, what really went down in Vegas the night Tupac was shot, what could have been if the murder never happened and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 October 2025

Dan Hurley on his epic new book NEVER STOP, how he reset himself and bounced back from his darkest moment, dealing with the pressure of being a Hurley, how to get unstuck if you're struggling and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 October 2025

Robert Griffin III on rage bait and hot take culture, why Arch is still on track for Manning greatness, LaNorris Sellers’ potential, Clemson’s shocking start, what makes Caleb Williams special and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 September 2025

Hall of Famer Teddy Atlas on why Crawford was ALWAYS beating Canelo, the best fighter he’s ever worked with, whether character or skill makes a champion, his new platform “The Ropes” and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 September 2025

Todd Marinovich on his brand new book, how sports was his first drug, his biggest regret, why his father was misunderstood, how art became his escape, watching his son fall in love with football and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 September 2025

Mike Singletary on his new book ‘Visualize Your Greatness,’ why he chose middle linebacker, how Mike Ditka set the tone for the 80s Bears on day 1, Walter Payton not wanting to try him, Buddy Ryan’s mind games and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 September 2025

Mo Vaughn on why he left baseball angry, how he rediscovered his love for the game, his successful second career, winning AL MVP in Boston, his brand new podcast and much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2025

Mack Brown on why the current state of college football is unsustainable, the amazing lessons he learned from Ricky Williams, mentoring Dabo Swinney, recruiting Vince Young, what to expect from Arch Manning and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

Joe Banner on how he discovered Howie Roseman, his “controversial” hiring of Andy Reid in Philly, looking back on the McNabb/TO feud, why the NFL rejected Bill Belichick and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

Scott Pioli on why football is like a DRUG, getting his start as a "slappy" under Bill Belichick in Cleveland, why the old school grind still has merit and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2025

Chris Harris Jr. on his incredible career journey from undrafted to All-Decade team, how he turned slot corner into a premium position, why the Broncos knew they would dominate Cam and the Panthers in Super Bowl 50 and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

Mike Mayock is hungry and ready for his next football challenge… plus what makes Howie Roseman the best GM in the NFL, where Jalen Hurts and Dak Prescott stack up next to “elite” QBs, how to resolve the Terry McLaurin holdout and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025

A.J. McCarron on his “The Dynasty” podcast, the chances Nick Saban returns to coaching, his expectations for Kalen DeBoer in year 2 leading the Tide, Tommy Castellanos’ bulletin board material, the pressure of expectation at Alabama and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025

.@GregMcElroy on his rivalry with Tim Tebow, working with Peyton Manning on Omaha Production, why there’s finally reason for Jet fan optimism, being a kid around the Gretzky-era Kings and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

Brandon Graham on going out on top, re-tearing his triceps in the Super Bowl, what it's like to play for Nick Sirianni, the most painful part of retirement, how strange it was to miss an Eagles minicamp and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2025

Jayson Werth on how he got hooked on horse racing, winning a Triple Crown race on his first try, what it's like to have a horse in the Kentucky Derby, how it feels to win the Belmont vs winning the World Series and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025

The Savannah Bananas Head Coach Tyler Gillum on how the team became a traveling phenomenon, scouting future Bananas, how the Bananas are different than the Globetrotters, the importance of betting on yourself and setting scary goals & much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2025

Mark Kriegel on his book ‘Baddest Man: The Making of Mike Tyson,’ how Mike managed to strike actual terror into his opponents, why his third act might be the greatest comeback in pop culture history, why “mama’s boys” were his biggest challenge and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

Kenny Dillingham on coaching at his alma mater Arizona State, what Cam Skattebo will bring to the NFL, honoring Pat Tillman’s legacy, why Jake “The Snake” Plummer deserves more love and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025