Brian's Song is a 1973 Movie chronicling the relationship between Chicago Bears Running backs Brian Piccolo and Gaye Sayers. This made for TV American Football Movie explores the themes of friendship, sports and race based segregation in a 1960s NFL. The friendship of Piccolo and Sayers shines through as a beacon for seeing through race and differences whilst growing as men and team-mates.

In this first episode of Champions of Cinema, Joe and James wrestle with their rookie knowledge of audio production (apologies in advance) and discuss the beauty of this simple made for TV movie, its cast, themes and production in the early 70s.

The Hosts

Joe Walker is a Sports Coach and graduate of Loughborough University, with 16 years coaching experience and a degree in Sports Coaching. His first passion has always been movies and the stories that they tell.

James Marshall is a National Championship winning athlete and graduate of Loughborough University. He has a background in a variety of sports including American Football, Athletics and Swimming. He grew up with aspirations to pursue a life in Drama and Acting.

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