The Football History Dude

The Football History Dude is a show dedicated to teaching fans about the rich history of the NFL and other professional football leagues. Each episode your host, Arnie Chapman, asks you to him and a guest in his Delorean and go back in time with him to explore the yesteryear of the gridiron.

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"The Ultimate Michigan Football Program and Tic...
This is a one-of-a-kind book that any University of Michigan football fan must have on their coffee table. He shares some of the stories, most notably the incredible journey from the book's origin to just a couple of weeks until the release date.
59 min
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SHN Partner: Manscaped is the tool for your fa...
In this episode, we have a fictional ad read by the cast of ORVILLE MULLIGAN: SPORTS WRITER sharing the benefits of our new partner, Manscaped. Use promo code HISTORYDUDE at checkout for 20% off and free shipping on your order!
9 min
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Jim Thorpe Week: FHD Vault Episode (#118)
Jim Thorpe's victories in the 1912 Summer Olympic Games were officially returned on July 15, 2022. I've had many episodes where Thorpe's name has come up, but these are some of the more prominent. Enjoy these FHD Vault episodes.
46 min
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Jim Thorpe Week: FHD Vault Episode (#13)
Jim Thorpe's victories in the 1912 Summer Olympic Games were officially returned on July 15, 2022. I've had many episodes where Thorpe's name has come up, but these are some of the more prominent. Enjoy these FHD Vault episodes.
21 min
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Jim Thorpe Week: FHD Vault Episode (#12)
Jim Thorpe's victories in the 1912 Summer Olympic Games were officially returned on July 15, 2022. I've had many episodes where Thorpe's name has come up, but these are some of the more prominent. Enjoy these FHD Vault episodes.
24 min
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Author Kevin Bryant Shares Stories About Spying...
Ever wonder how much spying goes on in the NFL? And I'm not just talking about the infamous Spygate incident. How much of an impact on the overall outcome does spying have? Find out with author Kevin Bryant, sharing stories from his new book.
53 min
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FHD VAULT: Mike Wright of the Fantasy Footballe...
Mike Wright of the Fantasy Footballers joined the show to share a wide range of topics revolving around fantasy football. This was special because it's my favorite fantasy football podcast and one of the inspirations for starting my podcast.
54 min
58
Ex-NFL Kicker Sean Conley Shares Why There is M...
Sean Conley is an ex-NFL and University of Pittsburgh Panthers kicker, and he stops by the show to share some stories from his kicking career, as well as what he's been up to off the field. We even get into a cool conversation about mechanics and the importance of the snapper/holder. Laces out, bro!
55 min
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FHD VAULT: This is Part 2 of My Interview With ...
I go back to episode 101. This was a very special moment for me because I was able to land a big fish, Dan Carlin of Hardcore History. Per that standard, he blew me away, and surprisingly knew more about NFL history than I could've imagined.
32 min
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FHD VAULT: Dan Carlin of Hardcore History Joine...
I go back to episode 100. This was a very special moment for me because I was able to land a big fish, Dan Carlin of Hardcore History. Per that standard, he blew me away, and surprisingly knew more about NFL history than I could've imagined.
36 min
61
Pro Football Hall of Fame Talk (w/ Vinny Lospin...
Vinny Lospinuso might be the youngest old dude you know when it comes to talking about old-school sports history, and for this episode, we're talking Pro Football Hall of Fame.
55 min
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SHN Presents: One Guy With a Mic: History of Di...
One Guy With a Mic Presents: History of Dingers and Dunks is part of the Sports History Network, the headquarters for sports yesteryear.
0 min
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Konnor James McFarlin (A Tribute and Reminder T...
Konnor James McFarlin, age 17, lost his battle with depression on May 25, 2022. I sit down with his father (Jeremy McFarlin of Football Is Family) a week after the funeral to honor his son and remind us all to be diligent with Mental Health Awareness.
37 min
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Aaron Tallent: Top 5 USFL Teams, Salary Cap His...
Aaron Tallent rides shotgun in the DeLorean to take us back to the days of the USFL, shares the history (and significance) of the salary cap, takes a stab at some of the best draft picks of all time, and much more. Let's get this baby up to 88mph!!!
56 min
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FHDVAULT: First Interview of Joe Ziemba on the ...
Joe Ziemba was one of the first guests on the FHD podcast, but I cherish Joe as much more than a guest. He has become a longtime friend and partner in the adventure that is the Sports History Network. This is part 2 of our first-ever interview.
42 min
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FHDVAULT: First Interview of Joe Ziemba on the ...
Joe ZIemba was one of the first guests on the FHD podcast, but I cherish Joe as much more than a guest. He has become a longtime friend and partner in the adventure that is the Sports History Network. This is part 1 of our first ever interview.
37 min
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SHN Presents: The Official Football Learning Ac...
2 min
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SHN Presents: Tim Coffeen Talks Indy car and Ra...
Tim Coffeen, the host of “Tim Coffeen Talks Indy car and Racing History,” will share stories and memories from his long career with top Indy car teams.
1 min
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Starless: The 1947 Pittsburgh Steelers (w/ auth...
The Pittsburgh Steelers franchise was founded on July 8, 1933. It didn't win its first playoff game until 1972. Heck, it only made 1 playoff before the 72' season. This is that story. The story of the 1947 "Starless" Pittsburgh Steelers.
56 min
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FHDVAULT: Val Pinchbeck - The NFL Scheduling Czar
In this FHD VAULT episode, we fire up the DeLorean and head back to learn about the man who used to create the entire NFL schedule by hand, Val Pinchbeck.
19 min
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Tim Hanlon Reminds Us There Are "GOOD SEATS STI...
Tim Hanlon is the host of the "Good Seats Still Available" podcast -- the culmination of a life-long fascination, and downright unhealthy obsession with the defunct, abandoned and otherwise abjectly forgotten corners of professional North American sports.
71 min
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FHD VAULT: The First Televised NFL Draft
This installment of FHD Vault covers the story of the First Televised NFL Draft. Enjoy.
22 min
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Peter Bonert Shares Stories of the Link Between...
Peter Bonert is from Germany, but he doesn't let that stop him from being a huge NFL fan. He's also turned into an NFL historian, focusing on the link between German players and the league. We share this and many other stories this week.
64 min
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FHD VAULT: Jay Berwanger and the First NFL Draft
This is an FHD Vault episode that was first aired on April 24, 2019. The episode covers Jay Berwanger and the first NFL Draft.
22 min
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SHN Presents: NO NONSENSE, OLD SCHOOL WEIGHTLIF...
2 min