Tom Green welcomes Susie Wargin for an in-depth conversation on her journey through Denver media, her work with the Broncos, and the changing landscape of sports and broadcasting. From early radio days to becoming a trusted sideline reporter, Susie shares behind-the-scenes stories, career lessons, and her perspective on the growth of women’s sports and media in Colorado. The conversation also touches on CSU athletics, coaching influences, and the importance of relationships in sports broadcasting.

Tom Green sits down with ESPN’s Jeff Legwold for a wide-ranging conversation on football, media, and the grind behind a decades-long career covering the NFL. Legwold reflects on his unconventional path into journalism—including 366 rejection letters—and how that shaped his no-nonsense, “be right over first” approach to reporting. The conversation explores the evolution of sports media from print vs. broadcast to today’s social-driven landscape, where speed often outweighs accuracy and players now control their own platforms. Legwold also shares insight into covering the Broncos, building trust with players and coaches, and navigating the increasingly guarded nature of modern NFL organizations. They break down roster building, why health determines playoff success, and what makes a player like Jaylen Waddle so impactful. The episode closes with perspective on the Pro Football Hall of Fame process and why coaching legends like Mike Shanahan face a tougher path under the current system.

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Tom Green welcomes longtime Denver sports figure Bill Hanzlik for a wide-ranging conversation about basketball, coaching, and community impact. Hanzlik reflects on his unlikely path to the NBA, including how his defensive mindset helped him stand out at Notre Dame and eventually carve out a role with the Denver Nuggets. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from the Nuggets’ fast-paced 1980s teams under coach Doug Moe and explains why that system fit his game perfectly.

The conversation also touches on the modern NBA, including the Nuggets’ battles with Oklahoma City and the physical defensive style that players like Lu Dort bring against Nikola Jokić. Hanzlik explains how he approached being a defensive agitator during his playing career and how that mentality translates to today’s game.

Beyond basketball, Hanzlik discusses the origins of the Gold Crown Foundation, the nonprofit he co-founded to provide youth sports and educational opportunities in Colorado. What began as a girls basketball camp in the 1980s has grown into a large organization serving thousands of kids each year through athletics, STEM education, career readiness programs, and community outreach. Hanzlik shares how Gold Crown expanded its facilities, the impact it’s had on young athletes and families, and plans for a major new sports complex that could double the number of kids the organization serves.

The episode closes with stories from Hanzlik’s broadcasting career and reflections on the friendships and experiences that have defined more than four decades in Colorado sports.

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Mike Nelson sits down with Tom Green for a wide-ranging conversation about sports, storms, science, and the future of climate in Colorado. The episode opens with Tom recounting his own experience covering games during the 1997 blizzard before Nelson shares the unforgettable story of Steve Atwater seeking shelter in his home during that same storm — a moment that later appeared on a Broncos Super Bowl highlight tape.

Nelson revisits his early career in Madison, Wisconsin, and his role in helping bring computer graphics into television weather. He shares the behind-the-scenes story of installing a groundbreaking weather system at 9NEWS and how his wife Cindy helped win over legendary forecaster Stormy Rottman during a pivotal moment in Denver broadcasting history.

The conversation shifts to severe weather coverage and the responsibility meteorologists carry when delivering life-saving information during tornado warnings and blizzards. Nelson explains how trust is built over time and why calm, steady communication matters most during dangerous storms.

In the second half, the discussion turns to climate. Nelson breaks down the difference between weather and climate in simple terms, explains rising carbon dioxide levels, and addresses Colorado’s historically warm, dry winter and the wildfire risks that could follow. He also discusses renewable energy economics, electric vehicles, and why leadership decisions today will shape the climate future for decades.

The episode closes with a classic Colorado twist — a forecast that the Rockies home opener just might bring snow.

00:00:01 – Sports & the 1997 Colorado blizzard

In this episode of The Other Tom Green Show, Tom is joined by former Channel 4 and 9 sportscaster Mark McIntosh for a wide-ranging conversation that blends Denver sports history with a deeply personal journey through adversity and recovery. McIntosh recalls his time covering CU football during Bill McCartney’s rise, the impact of legendary Denver broadcasters like Ron Zappolo and Irv Brown, and what it was like competing in the local television sports landscape during its most competitive era. He then opens up about being diagnosed with amyloidosis — a rare and incurable blood cancer that led to kidney failure — and how an unexpected comment from a gas station clerk prompted him to seek medical help that ultimately saved his life. After months of dialysis and chemotherapy at UC Anschutz, McIntosh received a life-saving kidney transplant from a living donor through the National Kidney Registry. Now serving as Chair of the Host Committee for the Transplant Games of America coming to Denver this June, he’s on a mission to educate the public about organ donation and the growing kidney crisis affecting communities across the country.

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In the wake of Doug Moe’s passing, Tom Green welcomes longtime friend and acclaimed sportswriter Rick Reilly to discuss Moe’s lasting impact on the Denver Nuggets and what made him one of the most accessible and authentic figures in professional sports. Reilly shares memories from covering Moe early in his career and contrasts Moe’s laid-back, honest approach with more traditional coaching personalities like Pat Riley and Dan Reeves. The conversation expands into Reilly’s journey from Boulder to the back page of Sports Illustrated, where he became one of the most widely read columnists in America, and the pressures that came with producing must-read national commentary each week. Reilly also examines how journalism has evolved from the print-first era to today’s digital ecosystem, where reporters are expected to produce across multiple platforms instantly while competing with athlete-driven media and independent creators. The episode closes with reflections on the decline of major newspaper sports sections, the rise of podcasts, and the importance of storytelling in preserving sports history.

Tom Green sits down with The Ringer’s senior NFL editor Lindsay Jones to unpack one of the most controversial Hall of Fame voting cycles in recent memory. Lindsay shares what it was like being in the room when Bill Belichick failed to receive enough support for induction and explains how the new voting structure may be reshaping the process. The conversation then shifts to Super Bowl week in Santa Clara, where Lindsay served as the AFC pool reporter, giving her rare, full-practice access to the Patriots. She details what she saw from Drake Maye, how Seattle’s defense under Mike Macdonald dictated the championship, and why the Patriots’ offensive line struggles ultimately decided the game.

They also discuss Roger Goodell’s carefully managed press conference, questions surrounding league ownership, and how the Super Bowl halftime show played differently inside the stadium versus on television. Finally, the focus turns to the Denver Broncos — their cap flexibility, roster needs at wide receiver and tight end, the importance of Bo Nix’s development, and why this offseason could define the franchise’s next decade. A candid, insider look at power, politics, and football at the highest level.

00:00:02 – Intro: Sportswriting, newspapers, and modern media

00:02:22 – Super Bowl pool reporter access: full Patriots practices

00:04:03 – PR approval, independence, and working around team/league clearance

00:08:52 – Drake Maye’s Super Bowl performance breakdown

00:15:11 – Mike Macdonald’s defense and Seattle’s championship formula

00:18:28 – Russell Wilson trade fallout and Seattle’s reset

00:19:44 – Halftime show: inside the stadium vs. television broadcast

00:22:29 – Hall of Fame voting controversy: Belichick and Kraft reaction

00:24:56 – New Hall of Fame voting system explained (80% threshold)

00:28:20 – Transparency debate and Lindsay reveals her votes

00:30:50 – Owners, Epstein questions, and Goodell’s press conference

00:35:55 – The NFL grind: combine, networking, and nonstop calendar

00:38:06 – Broncos offseason outlook: cap space and roster priorities

00:48:58 – Lindsay’s journalism path and love of sportswriting

01:02:20 – State of sports media, layoffs, and Olympic coverage

01:07:17 – Life on the road: family, travel, and the emotional toll

01:08:50 – Outro and closing

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Steve Foley’s Broncos career spanned one of the most transformative periods in team history, from the emergence of the Orange Crush defense to the dawn of the John Elway era. In this conversation, Foley walks through how his quarterback background shaped his instincts as a defensive back, why preparation and anticipation mattered more than speed, and how defensive coordinator Joe Collier found pre-snap tells long before advanced analytics existed. Foley revisits the intensity of the Raiders rivalry, the Broncos’ first Super Bowl appearance, and the controversial moments that defined that game. He also reflects on coaching influences like Johnny Robinson and Richie McCabe, the physicality of the era, and the mental discipline required to survive at cornerback and safety. The episode closes with Foley explaining the moment he knew his career was complete, why he chose to walk away healthy, and how he views today’s Broncos defensive lineage.

00:00:00 – Broncos Super Bowl history and defining franchise eras
01:14 – Steve Foley introduction and Hall of Fame recognition
02:12 – Record-setting 44th interception and early career reflections
03:44 – Team continuity then vs. now and the business of football
04:27 – Tulane to the pros: leverage, rival leagues, and opportunity
05:45 – Quarterback background and transition to defensive back
07:10 – Johnny Robinson’s mentorship and life-changing perspective
09:15 – Mental toughness, competition, and surviving in the NFL
10:30 – Early pro challenges and navigating unstable leagues
11:58 – Path back to Denver and becoming a Broncos starter
13:32 – Rookie season, facing Dan Fouts, and early interceptions
15:15 – Reading quarterbacks and playing the ball as a DB
16:32 – Playing opposite Louis Wright and advice for modern corners
18:03 – Broncos cornerback lineage and Patrick Surtain II discussion
19:56 – Birth of the Orange Crush defense
21:18 – Joe Collier’s genius and pre-snap tells
23:16 – Raiders rivalry and AFC Championship intensity
25:33 – Super Bowl XII and the controversial Butch Johnson catch
26:20 – Richie McCabe and defensive fundamentals
28:54 – Move to free safety and seeing the whole field
29:56 – Earl Campbell collision and physical football stories
31:31 – 1984 Snow Game vs Packers and lessons from bad conditions
33:21 – Elway era begins and Super Bowl XXI vs Giants
35:19 – Fake punt and fake field goal stories
36:31 – Final Super Bowl run and missed opportunities
38:43 – The moment Foley knew it was time to retire
40:39 – Retirement conversations and end of an era
42:08 – Coaching considerations and choosing family
44:54 – Ranking Broncos safeties across eras
46:15 – Being a white cornerback and Riley Moss comparison
47:30 – Growing up undersized and late physical development
49:14 – Tulane career stories and defining college moments
52:25 – Greatest wins and toughest opponents
54:07 – The Drive season and legacy moments
55:19 – Ring of Fame meaning and family pride
57:05 – Final reflections and farewell
57:51 – Show outro and Colorado Sports Hall of Fame plug

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Darren McKee sits down with Tom Green to talk about the craft of radio, the importance of storytelling, and why the most powerful word in broadcasting is “you.” McKee shares personal stories from his early days in radio, lessons learned from being fired and rehired, and how embracing digital platforms has reshaped his career in his 50s. The discussion naturally shifts into Denver sports, with in-depth thoughts on the Broncos’ quarterback situation, Sean Payton’s leadership style, roster construction, and the urgency of winning during Bo Nix’s rookie-contract window. The episode wraps with a deep dive into the Nuggets and Avalanche, examining coaching, player development, injury management, and whether both teams have legitimate championship paths this season.

Mark Schlereth sits down with Tom Green for an unforgettable episode that goes far beyond football. Schlereth opens by sharing what it was like growing up in Alaska, where opportunities were limited and the path to college football — let alone the NFL — was anything but clear. He walks through his winding journey to the University of Idaho, constant position changes, repeated surgeries, and the moment he was forced into an early retirement before stubbornly fighting his way back. Schlereth details how former teammates helped him get noticed by NFL scouts, how his career nearly ended due to Guillain-Barré syndrome, and how Denver ultimately gave him a second football life. The conversation dives deep into offensive line culture, unselfishness, mentorship, and why great units are built on trust and accountability. Schlereth also reflects on Super Bowl moments with John Elway, the coaches who saved his career, the physical toll of the game, post-career health scares, and the strange reality of aging as a former athlete who still feels 23 inside. It’s a powerful, funny, and honest look at resilience, loyalty, and what it really takes to survive the grind of professional football.