The True Story of Larry Bird at Indiana State & March Madness with Keith O’Brien

Join us on the Author Talks Podcast with New York Times Bestselling Author Keith O’Brien as we dive into the untold story of Larry Bird. From his small-town beginnings in French Lick to becoming a national icon at Indiana State.

We cover everything: recruiting drama, legendary teammates, international basketball, the 33–1 season, and the moments that made Bird a basketball legend.

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Timestamps:

1:02 - March Madness Predictions
2:06 - Jim Jones Coaching Larry Bird
4:50 - Larry Bird Senior Year in HS
6:30 - Bob Knight and Larry Bird
7:18 - Why Bob Knight Didn't Try to Bring Larry Bird Back to Indiana University?
10:02 - How Bill Hodges Got Larry Bird to Indiana State?
13:13 - Carl Nicks and Building the Team Around Bird
14:11 - Larry Bird's Dad's Role in His Life
17:43 - Harry and Larry Show at Indiana State
19:34 - Larry Bird International and European Basketball
22:12 - Larry Bird Fighting and Competitiveness
24:51 - Larry Bird as the Great White Hope
27:45 - Becoming a National Face
30:02 - Larry Bird vs Magic Johnson National Basketball Championship
33:50 - The Price of Fame on Larry Bird
35:24 - Writing Process and Perfect Day of Writing
38:10 - Advice on Journalism

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