Games with Names
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Hosted by former Super Bowl MVP Julian Edelman, Games with Names is a sports history podcast on a search to find the greatest games of all time. From the infamous to the unforgettable, Jules dives back into the classic matchups and eras across all of sports history. Joined by the players, coaches, and celebrity fans that lived it, we’ll uncover first-hand insights and never-before-heard stories, shining new light and perspective on the greatest games in sports history. Subscribe wherever you listen: gameswithnames.com For more Games With Names: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameswithnames/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@games.with.names Twitter: https://twitter.com/gameswithnames Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gameswithnames YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GamesWithNamesPodcast
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Nov 8, 2022 • 1h 34min
"The 18 Inning Game" with Hunter Pence | 2014 NLDS: Giants vs. Nationals
On today’s episode we go back to one of the longest playoff games in MLB history. That’s right, it’s Game 2 of the 2014 NLDS. We go back to October of 2014 to see what was going on in the world (3:47). We get into the teams and the 2014 MLB season (15:43). Hunter Pence joins the show to relive this 18 inning marathon and go deep on the Giants’ World Series run (26:03). Jules & Sam talk legacy and give this game a score (1:19:50).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 1, 2022 • 1h 14min
“Game 5” with PFT Commenter | 2018 Stanley Cup Final: Capitals vs. Golden Knights
Today, we relive “Game 5” of the 2018 Stanley Cup Final with Washington Capitals super fan PFT Commenter in studio. We look back at the world of June 2018 (15:23). We dive into “Game 5” through the eyes of PFT and relive his wild celebration stories (23:03). The guys wrap it up and score the game alongside PFT (59:21).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 25, 2022 • 1h 25min
“The Fake Spike Game” with Calvin Johnson | 2013 Week 8: Lions vs. Cowboys
On today’s episode, we highlight a wild regular season showdown and one of Calvin Johnson’s greatest performances: the 2017 Cowboys vs. Lions matchup aka “The Fake Spike Game.” We go back to the world of October 2017 (7:25). We run through this wild regular season matchup and take a look at both teams (20:42). Megatron himself, Calvin Johnson, joins us to go deep on this shootout and his insane performance (36:42). We wrap it up and score the game (1:09:23).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 18, 2022 • 1h 48min
“How ‘bout them Cowboys” with Michael Irvin | 1993 Super Bowl XXVII: Cowboys vs. Bills
On today’s episode, we go back to the birth of a 90’s dynasty: Super Bowl XXVII. Jules & Sam head back to January 1993 (3:54). We take a look at these teams, the game, and the road to the Super Bowl (20:35). The Playmaker himself, Michael Irvin, joins the show to talk about the game that started a dynasty (42:27). The guys wrap it up and score the game (1:27:50).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 11, 2022 • 1h 7min
“TBT Finals” with Big Cat | 2014 Inaugural Championship: Team Barstool vs. ND Alumni
Today, on our quest to find the greatest game of all time, we turn not the NBA, NFL, or even the MLB, today we’re talking TBT. It’s the Inaugural TBT Championship game between Team Barstool and Notre Dame Alumni. With Big Cat in-studio, we reminisce on what was going down in July 2014. (8:52). We get into these teams and how these rosters were assembled (23:45). For the first time ever, Big Cat peels off the band-aid and talks about this “TBT Final.” We also hear from Notre Dame Alumni team member Torin Francis (37:56). We wrap up the game with Big Cat and give it a score (53:52).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 4, 2022 • 1h 27min
“28-3” with Danny Amendola | 2017 Super Bowl LI: Patriots vs. Falcons
On today’s episode, we relive the greatest comeback in Super Bowl history: Super Bowl LI aka “28-3.” The guys relive what was going on back in February 2017 (5:43). We breakdown the game along with both teams (10:42). We’re joined by the one and only Dolamite aka Danny Amendola to talk about everything from the comeback to the afterparty (29:25). We wrap it up, talk legacy, and give this game a score (1:04:35).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 27, 2022 • 1h 29min
“The Longest Yard” with Kurt Warner | 2000 Super Bowl XXXIV: Rams vs. Titans
Today, we’re talking Super Bowl XXXIV aka “The Longest Yard.” The guys see what was up back in January 2000 (3:55). Jules & Sam review the game and each of these teams (10:53). Kurt Warner stops by to talk about his first Super Bowl and The Greatest Show on Turf (25:23). We discuss the legacy and score the game (1:09:41).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 20, 2022 • 1h 5min
“Miracle in Morgantown” with Michael Vick | 1999 Battle for the Black Diamond Trophy: Virginia Tech vs. West Virginia
On today’s episode, we gobble excitedly with the 1999 edition of Virginia Tech vs. West Virginia: The Battle for the Black Diamond Trophy aka “The Miracle in Morgantown.” Sam & Jules look back at what was going on in November 1999 (3:15). We dive into this game and check out both teams (13:33). The Hokie legend himself, Michael Vick, joins the show to talk about the win that kept their National Title hopes alive (20:04). The guys wrap up with legacy and scoring the game (55:23).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 13, 2022 • 1h 19min
“The Wheelchair Game” with Paul Pierce | 2008 NBA Finals: Celtics vs. Lakers
On this one, we’ve got an all timer in the Celtics vs. Lakers rivalry: “The Wheelchair Game” and the 2008 NBA Finals. Jules & Sam see what was going on in June 2008 (4:02). We review the series and look back at each team (15:07). Paul Pierce joins the show to relive his MVP performance (24:46). We wrap it up with legacy talk and score the game (57:07).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 6, 2022 • 1h 9min
“The Manning 7” with Peyton Manning | 2013 Season Opener: Broncos vs. Ravens
It may have been a Week 1 matchup, but it gave us one of Peyton Manning’s most memorable performances. This week, it’s all about the Broncos vs. Ravens Season Opener from 2013 aka “The Manning 7.” Sam & Jules head back to the world in September 2013 (3:44). We talk about this unusual season opener and breakdown each team (11:27). Peyton Manning joins us to relive this incredible performance to kick off the season (20:36). We recap the legacy and score the game (54:16).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
