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"The Golden Age of Red Grange with Author Doug Villhard"

Last updated 📅 2024-10-23

We welcome author Doug Vilhard to the Pigpen to discuss his captivating new book, "The Golden Age of Red," which shines a light on the legendary football player Red Grange and his impact on the sport. Set in the 1920s, the conversation explores Grange's journey from a humble college athlete to a national sensation, revealing the complexities of fame and the pressures that came with it. The episode delves into the intriguing relationship between Grange and his groundbreaking sports agent, C.C. Pyle, who played a pivotal role in reshaping the business of football.

Takeaways
• Darin Hayes introduces Doug Vilhard and discusses his book about Red Grange, 'The Golden Age of Red'.

✦ The podcast explores the impact of Red Grange on American football and his legendary status.

✦ Doug shares insights about CC Pyle, America's first sports agent, and their partnership.

✦ The narrative highlights the historical context of football during the roaring twenties, focusing on key figures and events.

✦ Listeners learn about the challenges Red Grange faced, including injuries and the expectations of fame.

✦ The episode emphasizes the evolution of college football and the relationship between athletics and business.

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Prepare to be transported back to an era when one man single-handedly revolutionized American football – Harold "Red" Grange. This video explores the extraordinary life and career of "The Galloping Ghost," whose electrifying runs and unprecedented fame helped launch professional football into the national consciousness.
From his mythical college days at Illinois, where he scored five touchdowns in one game, to his controversial jump to the pro ranks, Grange was a sensation unlike any before him. We'll explore how his barnstorming tours captured the nation's imagination, drew massive crowds, and cemented the NFL's viability. Discover the raw talent, marketing genius, and enduring legacy of Red Grange, the player who truly put professional football on the map. Prepare to be transported back to an era when one man single-handedly revolutionized American football – Harold "Red" Grange. This video explores the extraordinary life and career of "The Galloping Ghost," whose electrifying runs and unprecedented fame helped launch professional football into the national consciousness...