
On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with Hall of Fame sportscaster and author, Jim Lampley. He has a new memoir coming out called “It Happened!: A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television!” We cover Jim’s extensive career in sports broadcasting, including his early challenges in college, his unexpected path into sports journalism, and notable experiences covering events like the Olympics and major boxing matches. Lampley shares personal stories, such as growing up with his double widowed mother, and her sacrifices and influences which helped him to grow into a respected sports figure. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 03:55 Jim Lampley's Early Life and Career Beginnings 06:59 College Years and Personal Struggles 11:17 Turning Point and Academic Success 29:30 Graduate School and Early Career 32:44 Breakthrough at ABC Sports 45:53 Wide World of Sports and Olympic Coverage 49:44 Starting Out in Sports Broadcasting 50:45 Mentorship and Career Growth 53:59 The Boxing Era 59:11 Memorable Sports Moments 01:04:55 The Seven Questions Listen and subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Also, check out the show and sign up for the newsletter at www.storyandcraftpod.com . . . #podcast #JimLampley #ABCSports #ABC #JimMcKay #HowardCosell #Sportscaster #Author #storyandcraft #TaylorSheridan #MikeTyson #MuhammadAli #Galifianakis #ESPN #HBO #HBOSports #Boxing #Olympics #UNC #NorthCarolina On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with Hall of Fame sportscaster and author, Jim Lampley. He has a new memoir coming out called “It Happened!: A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television!” We cover Jim’s extensive career in sports broadcasting, including his early challenges in college, his unexpected path into sports journalism, and notable experiences covering events like the Olympics and major boxing matches. Lampley shares personal stories, such as growing up with his double widowed mother, and her sacrifices and influences which helped him to grow into a respected sports figure. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 03:55 Jim Lampley's Early Life and Career Beginnings 06:59 College Years and Personal Struggles 11:17 Turning Point and Academic Success 29:30 Graduate School and Early Career 32:44 Breakthrough at ABC Sports 45:53 Wide World of Sports and Olympic Coverage 49:44 Starting Out in Sports Broadcasting 50:45 Mentorship and Career Growth 53:59 The Boxing Era 59:11 Memorable Sports Moments 01:04:55 The Seven Questions Listen and subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Also, check out the show and sign up for the newsletter at www.storyandcraftpod.com . . . #podcast #JimLampley #ABCSports #ABC #JimMcKay #HowardCosell #Sportscaster #Author #storyandcraft #TaylorSheridan #MikeTyson #MuhammadAli #Galifianakis #ESPN #HBO #HBOSports #Boxing #Olympics #UNC #NorthCarolina
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