Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

Join us for part two of our sports memorabilia showcase on the Sports History Network's "Yesterday's Sports." Hosts Mark and Dave DePaolo share their personal collections, including rare finds such as NFL experience mementos, Danbury Mint collectibles, and unique bobblehead dolls. They reminisce about the golden era of sports memorabilia, from 1970s trading cards to cherished autographs, and discuss the evolution of collecting over the decades. Tune in for a nostalgic journey into the world of sports history and memorabilia.

YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUND

Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.

No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited Time

Running Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)

Chapters:

(00:00) This podcast is part of the Sports History Network

(03:35) I showed you one of these mugs last week. I wanted to break these out again

(06:49) Leroy: I have two favorite players from the 1970s

(09:50) Mark: I bought that plate for 35 bucks. That's a lot, you know

(12:34) Mark: He collects cards like I told you. Gives me stuff every Christmas

(15:26) Mark: I got some great neat stuff. Over the years, it's gotten to the point

(18:36) After he passed away, I took a couple pictures. I Sent him a baseball card of Willie McCovey

(21:10) 1970 was the best year for collectible cards, Mark says

(24:47) Mark: The early 70s, especially 1970, seemed to have so much stuff

(28:19) Mark: I loved watching Bobby Orr. Maybe I wasn't a big hockey fan

(31:19) John Mackey was talking about photography with you when he died

(33:59) Mark: I got these in Arizona when I was 14 or 15

(37:18) One of your most memorable years was 1975 when you had some money

(41:25) Jerry Jones got upset about sun glare at Texas Stadium this week

(45:39) Mark: The Monday Night Football made your whole week. Right. Yep, that's right

(49:02) Mark Snyder: It was a special feeling when that guy got me that jacket

(52:09) Sam Bennett: I made a bet with the milkman 25 years ago

(55:21) Will you see your son on Thanksgiving or no? Yes. Absolutely. All right. Thank you very much. Mark: Yeah. I will.