The Other Tom Green Show

On this episode of The Other Tom Green Show, Tom welcomes longtime Denver sports columnist and comedian Sam Adams for a wide-ranging, candid, and hilarious conversation. Sam reflects on his Cleveland roots, his unlikely journey to Denver, and how a Greyhound bus ticket and a missing suitcase eventually led him to a career in sportswriting and comedy.

The two dive into the storied rivalry between Denver and Cleveland, reliving the heartbreak and history of The Drive and The Fumble before connecting the dots to LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, and Nikola Jokić. Sam shares behind-the-scenes stories from his days covering Colorado sports, the mentorship of Woody Paige, and the influence of icons like Irv Brown.

He also opens up about the leap from journalism to stand-up—recounting the night he blanked on stage, the viral “True Colors” bit that racked up millions of views, and the surreal experience of performing in a town dubbed “the most racist city in America.” Along the way, you’ll hear unforgettable anecdotes about Tiger Woods, Charles Barkley, and Michael Jordan—and how comedy, race, and resilience have shaped Sam’s career.

Funny, raw, and deeply human, this episode captures Sam Adams at his very best: a storyteller who can make you laugh while pulling you into the heart of sports and life in Denver and beyond.

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In this episode of The Other Tom Green Show, legendary Denver news anchor Tom Green sits down with the iconic broadcaster Verne Lundquist for a wide-ranging conversation. From his unforgettable calls on college football and “The Masters,” to decades of storytelling across the NFL, NBA, and beyond—Verne reflects on his remarkable career in sports media.

Hosted by Tom Green, The Other Tom Green Show brings nostalgic, insightful, and entertaining conversations with some of the biggest names in sports and broadcasting.

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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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