344. Brad Kurtzberg’s Shorthanded: The Untold Story of the Seals
343. Six Superb Seals
Norm Ferguson, Ernie Hicke, Bert Marshall, Dennis Maruk, Gilles Meloche, and Gary “Cobra” Simmons played for the Oakland/California Golden Seals! Therefore, my 343rd video, entitled “Six Superb Seals,” features them.
342. Elton John’s “Philadelphia Freedom”
My 342 video features Elton John’s superb song, “Philadelphia Freedom,” a tribute to Billie Jean King’s World TeamTennis club!
341. Joe Morgan
Not only was second baseman Joe Morgan raised in Oakland, California, but also he played for the San Francisco Giants, Philadelphia Phillies, and Oakland Athletics! Therefore, my 341st video features Hall of Famer Joe Morgan. Also, his former teammate, Pete Rose, appears in the second part of this video, which was filmed by Sheena Taylor.
340. Cliff Branch and Ted Kwalick
Two terrific offensive players on the 1976 NFL champion Oakland Raiders were wide receiver Cliff Branch and tight end Ted Kwalick! Therefore, my 340th video features them.
339. Philadelphia Phillies Photo Presentation of “Lefty” O’Doul
Not only was Francis Joseph “Lefty” O’Doul from San Francisco, but also he played with the 1929 and 1930 Philadelphia Phillies! Thanks to the Philadelphia Phillies’ Scott Palmer and Tina Urban, they gave me a Phillies photo of Lefty O’Doul. So, my 339th video features the presentation of this picture along with a plaque to Nick Bovis, owner of Lefty O’Doul’s Restaurant! Tom O’Doul, Lefty’s relative, also appears in this video. Thanks to Charles Fracchia for filming this presentation.
338. “Wavy Gravy” and Corinne West
My 338th video features musician Corinne West and Hugh “Wavy Gravy” Romney’s performance of a Maya Angelou Christmas poem!
337. Art Thoms
From 1969 through 1975, defensive tackle Art Thoms played for the Oakland Raiders! Then, he played with the 1977 Philadelphia Eagles. Therefore, my 337th video features him.
336. The Doobie Brothers’ “Listen to the Music” with Ronnie Lott
My 336th video features The Doobie Brothers’ “Listen to the Music” with the San Francisco 49ers’ Ronnie Lott!
335. Ronnie Lott and The Doobie Brothers
Defensive back Ronnie Lott helped the San Francisco 49ers win four Super Bowls, and The Doobie Brothers are a superb band from San Jose!
So, my 335th video features Ronnie Lott’s speech and six Doobie Brothers’ songs: “Jesus Is Just Alright,” “Take Me in Your Arms,” Takin’ It to the Streets,” “Black Water,” “Long Train Runnin’,” and “China Grove.”
334. Charle Young
Not only did tight end Charle Young earn three All-Pro selections when he played with the Philadelphia Eagles, but also Charle Young helped the San Francisco 49ers win their first Super Bowl! Therefore, my 334th video features him.
333. Night Ranger
Guitarist Brad Gillis is an original band member of San Francisco’s Night Ranger, and he is a Raiders fan! Therefore, my 333rd video features Night Ranger’s “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me” and “Sister Christian.”
332. Andre Iguodala
Not only was the Philadelphia 76ers’ Andre Iguodala a 2011-2012 NBA All-Star, but also he was the 2015 NBA Finals MVP when his Golden State Warriors won the 2014-2015 NBA championship! Therefore, my 332nd video features my question to him.
331. Mark McNamara
Not only did center Mark McNamara play basketball for the University of California, Berkeley, but also he was a member of the 1982-1983 Philadelphia 76ers, the National Basketball Association champions! Therefore, my 331st video features him.
330. Dean Karnazes
329. Steve Young
Not only was the San Francisco 49ers’ Steve Young named the MVP of Super Bowl XXIX, but also he was the greatest left-handed quarterback in the history of the National Football League! Therefore, my 329th video features him. Thanks to Jordan Friedman for filming my poem.
328. Clem Daniels
An amazing halfback who helped the Oakland Raiders win the 1967 American Football League championship was Clem Daniels! Therefore, my 328th video features him.
327. Bruce Springsteen’s “Born to Run”
My 327th video features Bruce Springsteen’s “Born to Run.” Like his superb song, Born to Run is the title of Bruce Springsteen’s album and autobiography!
326. Chris Isaak’s “San Francisco Days”
On April 11, 2000, when the Giants opened their new ballpark, Pacific Bell Park, musician Chris Isaak played a free concert at San Francisco’s Pier 30/32! Therefore, my 326th video features his performance of “San Francisco Days.”
325. Cyndi Lauper
Cyndi Lauper is a marvelous musician! Thefore, my 325th video features her San Francisco performance of “Time After Time” and “Girls Just Want to Have Fun.”