First Aired: April 2nd, 1995
Status: Continuing
Genre: News
Network: HBO
Summary: 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.
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Season 21
Episode 1: Episode 214 - Monsters No More / Mr. Sunday Night / The Toast of Beijing / Urban Renewal
Air Date: January 20th, 2015
Summary: 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.
Episode 2: Episode 214 - Death on Everest / Hooked / Wonder Woman
Air Date: February 24th, 2015
Summary: 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.
Episode 3: Episode 216 - The Wreckage / Scarred
Air Date: March 24th, 2015
Summary: 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.
Episode 6: Episode 219 - Girls Interrupted / Vision Quest / The Price of Glory
Air Date: June 23rd, 2015
Summary: 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.
Episode 7: Episode 220 - Bike Wars / Trophy Culture / Uncaged
Air Date: July 21st, 2015
Summary: 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.
Episode 8: Episode 221 - Ryan's Song / Brother's Keeper / 4th and Go
Air Date: August 18th, 2015
Summary: 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.
Episode 10: Episode 223 - Another Shot / Fields of Vision / Lasting Impact
Air Date: October 20th, 2015
Summary: 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.
Episode 12: Episode 225 - 2015 Holiday Roundtable
Air Date: December 22nd, 2015
Summary: 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.
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