NEW SHOW PREMIERE - The Lovable Reunion - David Ross & Anthony Rizzo kick off 2016 Chicago Cubs World Series podcast
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In the premiere episode of 'The Lovable Reunion' podcast, former Chicago Cubs teammates Anthony Rizzo and David Ross reunite at Murphy's Bleachers in Wrigleyville to reflect on their unforgettable 2016 World Series championship season. The conversation is a heartfelt, candid journey through the highs and lows of that historic year, from their personal meeting during Rizzo’s cancer battle in 2008 to their bond forged at ESPN in 2014. They recount pivotal moments: the emotional sweep of the Giants in August 2015, the legendary hangover game in Pittsburgh, the iconic 'Rocky' pregame dance, and the gut-wrenching Game 7 home run by Rajai Davis that nearly broke their hearts. The podcast reveals the team’s unique culture—built on trust, humor, and relentless professionalism—where Ross’s leadership, from brutal honesty to playful pranks, helped shape a championship mindset. They also share intimate stories of camaraderie, including the emotional farewell to Joe Maddon, the unforgettable parade, and the deep connection with Cubs fans, whose generational love for the team made the victory even more meaningful. The episode sets the stage for a full season of storytelling, with interviews from teammates, coaches, and executives, celebrating not just a title, but a legacy. The episode delivers powerful takeaways: leadership is about emotional intelligence and authenticity; team culture is built through shared rituals and vulnerability; adversity fuels unity; and legacy is defined not by stats but by the impact on teammates and fans. The bond between Rizzo and Ross—framed as brotherhood forged in struggle and celebration—becomes the emotional core of the podcast. Their story is a masterclass in resilience, joy, and the power of community in sports. The tone is overwhelmingly positive, nostalgic, and deeply moving, capturing the magic of a dream fulfilled after 108 years.
Leadership is not about authority—it’s about emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and knowing when to challenge and when to uplift.
Team culture is built through shared rituals, humor, and trust, not just talent or strategy.
Adversity—like a 3-1 deficit in the World Series—can be the catalyst for unity and belief.
The most meaningful victories are not just about winning, but about the people you win with and for.
Legacy is measured by impact on others, not just personal stats or trophies.
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Podcast Intro & Sponsor Teases
The episode begins with a series of promotional segments for other iHeartRadio podcasts, including NFL Daily, The Matchup with Aaliyah, Against All Odds, and others, setting the stage for the new show premiere.
The Lovable Reunion Premiere: Rizzo & Ross Reunite
“We're not making this about us. It's 2016. I'm going to walk you through all the stories and all the episodes.”
The Origins of a Brotherhood: From Cancer to Cubs
“I remember driving to Tampa for that game. We drove over that night in my mom's car. She had a Cadillac. And I left the car running. So we got back the whole game. The car was running. I forgot to turn it off because I was so excited on empty.”
The 2015 Turning Point: Sweeping the Giants
“After that series, I think that was like the night we all went out. We were singing at Stanley's karaoke, me, Dexter. Big Cat was there. Theo was out. Like, the whole team was out. But that was like a defining moment for me because we had lost so much. And then we finally won that.”
The Hangover Game & Ross’s Leadership
“You want my opinion? I was like, yeah. He's like, you are fucking ready to play. He goes, if you can't stay out all night and you're not ready to play, don't stay out all night.”
“I strip down to nothing. I'm completely naked and I'm up on the table dancing like it's not. I'm just giving the same Rocky speech that everyone's tired of now. It's not how many times you get knocked down. It's not how many times you get up like we got this. Fuck them. We're going to win this.”
“I'm sitting there, literally another moment where everything went deaf. Like, I heard nothing. I couldn't hear myself breathing. And I'm just swiping dirt, like looking down, like trying to like not show like what's going on. The world just came to an end.”
“You want my opinion? I was like, yeah. He's like, you are fucking ready to play. He goes, if you can't stay out all night and you're not ready to play, don't stay out all night.”
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Anthony Rizzo
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David Ross
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2016 World Series
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Joe Maddon
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Jon Lester
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Theo Epstein
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Wrigley Field
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The Lovable Reunion
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Rajai Davis
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San Francisco Giants
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