Talking to GOATs

The Moments You Remember and the Stories You Never Heard

De: Jim Gray

Narrado por: Tom Brady, Jim Gray, Carol Burnett, Bob Costas, Snoop Dogg, Vin Scully

A star-studded, dynamic production performed by Jim Gray with a foreword written and read by Tom Brady. Talking to GOATs audio also features appearances by Bob Costas, Vin Scully, Carol Burnett, and Snoop Dogg.

“As a sportscaster and sports historian, Jim’s career genuinely stands the test of time.... This book is sports history about some of the greats by one of the greats, who was taking it all in on the sidelines, in the stands or the dugout, by the 18th green, courtside, or in the broadcast booth.” (Tom Brady, six-time NFL Super Bowl champion GOAT)

A riveting, insightful memoir of never-before-told stories from Jim Gray, 12-time Emmy Award-winner, Hall of Fame sports broadcaster, and renowned interviewer - that explores the author's career and the inside stories and memorable moments of the famous legends he has covered including, Muhammad Ali, Tom Brady, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Michael Jordan and Mike Tyson.

In Talking to GOATs, award-winning broadcaster Jim Gray looks back at his four decades of sports reporting from the unparalleled perspective of one of the world’s most respected and skilled interviewers. A journalist who many iconic athletes have trusted to tell their stories (of both triumph and disgrace), Jim has had unprecedented access to the people, places and extraordinary events in the world of sports. Asking tough but fair questions, he has broken numerous stories, and landed squarely in the middle of others, from the Ben Johnson and Barry Bonds steroid scandals, to Michael Jordan’s surprise retirement, to the off-the-court Kobe/Shaq feud which led to their on-the-court break up, to being part of the live broadcast for 22 Super Bowls. He’s climbed into the ring to interview Mike Tyson after he bit off a chunk of Evander Holyfield’s ear, and stood next to Ron Artest when the “Malice at the Palace” melee erupted, and was on site at the bombing of the Atlanta Olympics.

Anyone who has watched Jim effortlessly engage his subjects at the precise moment of triumph or tragedy has little idea what it takes to secure the interview, or what actually happens when the camera cuts away. These are real, mesmerizing, and previously untold stories. Talking to GOATs features numerous world-class athletes, including Muhammad Ali, Tom Brady, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Floyd Mayweather, Michael Phelps, Mike Tyson, and Tiger Woods, and world leaders George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Mikhail Gorbachev, and many more. Jim gives the listener a coveted all-access pass as he reviews the best interviews, the best athletes, and the best games in modern sports history. It’s like a personal introduction to the characters and careers of these heroes and villains we’ve known since childhood. He examines how money, celebrity, the media, and power interact, and how sports, more than any other institution, has led to momentous transformations in American society.

©2020 Jim Gray and Greg Bishop (P)2020 HarperAudio

Talking to Goats

He really did talk to Goats!!! I believe the chapter regarding Jim’s dad and the Masters Golf Tournament will remain my favorite. Thank you Jim for bringing back such great memories.

A must for all sports lovers

You will not put this book down from the moment you start it. With Every story you will discover something new about famous sports stars along which famous Individuals. I highly recommend this book.

Amazing

Great book! High key recommend reading it! I had to read it for school and I loved it!

OMG … the best sports book (maybe book) I’ve ever read..

This is a must read , it’s fun to read if you love sports history, icon stories and learning the impact sport icons have on society, and humanity . It’s a well written, well paced story - and you’ll find a treasure having Jim Gray, himself narrate this book. Reading it for a second time now.

I could listen to these stories over and over

From triumphs to tears... Entertaining, insightful and gracious. Thank you Jim Gray for such a wonderful trip throughout your career.

Amazing Stories

If you love sports and knowing more than just the surface of things, then this is the book for you. Jim Gray give us all a peek behind the curtain and an all access pass into the world of sports, the best athletes and broadcasting. Must read for anyone interest in being a broadcaster. This book can be summed up in two words, Networks and Connections.

Wow. What a listen. Very entertaining.

I can't believe that Jim Gray is friends with Mike Tyson, Tom Brady and Jack Nicholson. He's truly a GOAT. Thanks Jim.

Well Done

This is was an exceptional experience.

I really enjoyed the insight that was shared. It was like a roller coaster ride filled with unexpected hills and thrills. Hearing the side of the stories that rarely are shared created a connection to what some of the greatest athletes/coaches/people are like outside of their respective arenas. I also gained new found respect for Jim Gray the man and his work.

Need it in Spanish to share with my entire family

I'm not a huge sports fan but the way Jim describes every detail and every moment in sports history has made me want to dig up more information about the Athletes he talks about in this book. I wish they had this in Spanish so I can gift to my brother, he's a walking encyclopedia when it comes to sports and events around the world. He would love it!

Great stories

Generally enjoyed this book. Great stories involving interesting people. Jim’s justification/rationalization of the disastrous “The Decision” was lame and ultra self serving. The show was terrible because Jim over cooked the lead up. I guess he still hasn’t accepted how bad it was.