Bryant Gumbel
Himself - Host
Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel (1995)
Season 21
A monthly sports newsmagazine which was "spawned by the fact that sports have changed dramatically, that it's no longer just fun and games, and that what happens off the field, beyond the scores, is worthy of some serious reporting," according to Bryant Gumbel, the host.
Released April 3, 1995
Episode 60 min
10+
Genres: News, Sport, Talk Show
Keywords: tmdb.sports, imdb.actor-name-in-title, imdb.five-word-title, imdb.football, imdb.analysis, imdb.analyst, imdb.non-fiction + 4 more, tmdb.magazine-show, imdb.basketball, imdb.reporter, imdb.interview
Production Companies: HBO Sports
Network: HBO
Country: United States
Languages:
English
S21E1 - Episode 214 - Monsters No More / Mr. Sunday Night / The Toast of Beijing / Urban Renewal
Segments include a visit with members of the 1985 Chicago Bears, a profile of NFL commentator Cris Collinsworth, NBA washout turned Chinese star Stephon Marbury, and an update on Urban Meyer.
Jan. 20, 2015, midnight
S21E2 - Episode 214 - Death on Everest / Hooked / Wonder Woman
Segments include a look at the natural and man-made dangers of climbing Mount Everest; and a report on former athletes addicted to heroin as an alternative to pain medication; a profile of Paralympic snowboarder Amy Purdy.
Feb. 24, 2015, midnight
S21E3 - Episode 216 - The Wreckage / Scarred
A look at the state of the NCAA and the treatment of its student athletes. Featured: how abusive coaches and overwhelming demands have led to a mental health crisis among student-athletes and lasting medical issues from injuries sustained on the field.
March 24, 2015, midnight
S21E4 - Episode 217 - Captain Comeback / Man in the Middle / Big League Chew
Segments include profiles of quarterback Russell Wilson and football coach Jim Harbaugh and revisiting the topic of chewing tobacco in Major League Baseball.
April 21, 2015, midnight
S21E5 - Episode 218 - In Harm’s Way / Erik Weihenmayer / Ronda Rousey
Segments include a report on the use of workout supplements by the military, a profile of blind adventurer Erik Weihenmayer, and a new visit with MMA star Ronda Rousey.
May 19, 2015, midnight
S21E6 - Episode 219 - Girls Interrupted / Vision Quest / The Price of Glory
Segments include a look at the dangers of head trauma in youth soccer; a look at the GoPro high-def video camera; and an update on the controversial awarding of the 2022 World Cup to Qatar.
June 23, 2015, midnight
S21E7 - Episode 220 - Bike Wars / Trophy Culture / Uncaged
Segments include a look at problems caused by bikes and cars sharing roads in U.S. cities, a sports culture report on youth receiving trophies for mere participation, and a look at the domestic violence issues in MMA fighting.
July 21, 2015, midnight
S21E8 - Episode 221 - Ryan's Song / Brother's Keeper / 4th and Go
Segments include an interview with NFL head coach Rex Ryan; a visit with former NFL brothers Ma'ake and Chris Kemoeatu; and revisiting Pulaski Academy in Little Rock, the high-school football team that refuses to punt. Also: George Lopez on sports.
Aug. 18, 2015, midnight
S21E9 - Episode 222 - Jerry's World / A Wing And A Prayer / Blurred Lines
Segments include a one-on-one chat with Cowboys owner Jerry Jones; a report on gender testing; and a visit to the mecca of wingsuiting in the Swiss Alps.
Sept. 22, 2015, midnight
S21E10 - Episode 223 - Another Shot / Fields of Vision / Lasting Impact
Segments include a visit to a summer camp offering sports participation to blind children; a report on paralyzed football player Marc Buoniconti and his friendship with the other player in the collision, Herman Jacobs; and a profile of Isiah Thomas.
Oct. 20, 2015, midnight
S21E11 - Episode 224 - The Killing Fields / Magic Mike
Segments include a report on elephant trophy hunting and ivory poaching in Africa and a chat with hockey announcer Doc Emrick.
Nov. 24, 2015, midnight
S21E12 - Episode 225 - 2015 Holiday Roundtable
Departing from the show’s regular format, host Bryant Gumbel leads correspondents Mary Carillo, Frank Deford, Jon Frankel, Bernard Goldberg, Andrea Kremer, Soledad O’Brien, Carl Quintanilla and David Scott in an engaging and spirited conversation about the 20-year journey of the REAL SPORTS franchise.
Dec. 22, 2015, midnight
Network: HBO
Episode Runtime: 60 min.
Season Runtime: 60 min.
Released: April 3, 1995
Last Air Date: Dec. 19, 2023, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: TV-PG / 10+
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