In the debut episode of The Other Tom Green Show, veteran broadcaster Tom Green kicks off his podcasting journey with none other than Denver sports legend Ron Zappolo.

From the rise of the Orange Crush Broncos in 1977 to the unforgettable characters who shaped Denver sports culture, Tom and Ron dive into a wide-ranging conversation filled with nostalgia, behind-the-scenes stories, and decades of experience in news, sports, and television.

👤 What you’ll hear in this episode:

Ron’s memories of covering the 1977 Broncos’ magical Super Bowl run

Career highlights: from mentorship under Maury Povich to joining Denver’s powerhouse Channel 4 sports team

Colorful stories about Doug Moe, Dan Reeves, Sonny Lubick, and Wade Phillips

The pressures and triumphs of covering both sports and breaking news — including the challenges of anchoring during 9/11

Reflections on leaving the TV world, life after the newsroom, and the joy of storytelling

The episode closes on a personal note as Ron shares what life looks like today — golf, grandkids, and retirement — while Tom reflects on their friendship and the lessons learned through decades in the business.

✅ Coming up next week: Legendary broadcaster Verne Lundquist, the voice behind some of the most iconic moments in sports history.

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