I Spent Weeks Chasing Allen Iverson. Then My Phone Rang.

I Spent Weeks Chasing Allen Iverson. Then My Phone Rang.

From Press Box Chronicles by Press Box Chronicles

June 1, 2026 · 32 min · Episode 66

About this episode

The season finale recounts the host's journey to interview Allen Iverson, highlighting the challenges and a surprising act of kindness.

It's the Season 3 Finale! Our final episode of the season takes a look at one of the most influential, culturally important figures in NBA history: Allen Iverson. Except in this story, it's my first-hand account of flying all over the east coast to land an interview with AI for Sports Illustrated, getting blown off left and right, only to have the most incredible, amazing act of kindness put a bow on my whole experience. Have any guests you want to see on the show? Have any questions for me? Drop them below and I'll make sure to include them in future episodes. Follow 'Press Box Chronicles' on Social Media: -IG/@PressBoxChronicles -TikTok/@PressBoxChronicles Subscribe to 'Press Box Chronicles with Jeff Pearlman' on Youtube Listen to 'Press Box Chronicles' on all streaming platforms wherever you get your podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

People in this episode

Host: Jeff Pearlman

Topics covered

  • Allen Iverson
  • NBA history
  • interview experience
  • sports journalism
  • cultural impact

Keywords

  • Allen Iverson
  • NBA
  • interview
  • Sports Illustrated
  • journalism
  • kindness
  • cultural figure

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sports Illustrated

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