Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel
Season 21
TV-PG
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.
Where to Watch Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel • Season 21
12 Episodes
- Episode 214 - Monsters No More / Mr. Sunday Night / The Toast of Beijing / Urban Renewal
E1Episode 214 - Monsters No More / Mr. Sunday Night / The Toast of Beijing / Urban Renewal"Monsters No More" looks back at the 1985 Chicago Bears one of the most iconic championship teams in modern pro sports history. "Mr. Sunday Night" profiles NFL sportscaster Cris Collinsworth. "The Toast of Beijing" profiles former NBA player Stephon Marbury who has found success in the Chinese Basketball Association. "Urban Renewal" rebroadcasts a segment on Ohio State football coach Urban Meyer. - Episode 214 - Death on Everest / Hooked / Wonder Woman
E2Episode 214 - Death on Everest / Hooked / Wonder WomanSegments 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. - Episode 216 - The Wreckage / Scarred
E3Episode 216 - The Wreckage / ScarredA 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. - Episode 217 - Captain Comeback / Man in the Middle / Big League Chew
E4Episode 217 - Captain Comeback / Man in the Middle / Big League Chew"Captain Comeback" talks to former San Francisco 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh about his new job at the University of Michigan. "Man in the Middle" talks to Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson about the Super Bowl and follows him as he trains with the Texas Rangers. "Big League Chew" examines the use of smokeless tobacco in Major League Baseball. - Episode 218 - In Harm’s Way / Erik Weihenmayer / Ronda Rousey
E5Episode 218 - In Harm’s Way / Erik Weihenmayer / Ronda Rousey"In Harm's Way" investigates the use of workout supplements in the military and the dangerous consequences it is having for some soldiers. "Erik Weihenmayer" profiles the blind adventurer who is taking on the Colorado River. "Ronda Rousey" revisits the MMA star to talk about her recent success. - Episode 219 - Girls Interrupted / Vision Quest / The Price of Glory
E6Episode 219 - Girls Interrupted / Vision Quest / The Price of Glory"Girls Interrupted" examines the danger posed by head trauma in girls youth soccer. "Vision Quest" examines the revolutionary GoPro camera and interviews the CEO of the company. "The Price of Glory" revisits an investigation into corruption and the 2022 Qatar World Cup. - Episode 220 - Bike Wars / Trophy Culture / Uncaged
E7Episode 220 - Bike Wars / Trophy Culture / UncagedSegments 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. - Episode 221 - Ryan's Song / Brother's Keeper / 4th and Go
E8Episode 221 - Ryan's Song / Brother's Keeper / 4th and GoSegments 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. - Episode 222 - Jerry's World / A Wing And A Prayer / Blurred Lines
E9Episode 222 - Jerry's World / A Wing And A Prayer / Blurred Lines"A Wing and A Prayer" travels to Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland, to look at the dangerous sport of wing-suit jumping. "Blurred Lines" investigates how the fuzzy genetic boundary between genders has impacted women's sports. "Jerry's World" profiles the Owner and General Manager of the Dallas Cowboys. - Episode 223 - Another Shot / Fields of Vision / Lasting Impact
E10Episode 223 - Another Shot / Fields of Vision / Lasting ImpactSegments 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. - Episode 225 - 2015 Holiday Roundtable
E12Episode 225 - 2015 Holiday RoundtableDeparting 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.
