097 | THE MAKING (and re-making) OF LARRY JOHNSON PART 6: The UNLV Days

Aug 30, 2024

Toby Brooks dives into Larry Johnson’s extraordinary college career in part six of the docuseries, exploring his journey from Odessa College to UNLV. Hear about Johnson’s impressive accolades, including back-to-back national player of the year awards, and the 1990 NCAA championship win over Duke. Brooks also reflects on the personal impact of Johnson’s story and teases upcoming interviews with LJ’s agent George Bass and possibly Johnson himself. Follow along as the inspiring narrative of resilience and ambition unfolds, and connect with the Becoming UnDoneToby Brooks dives into Larry Johnson’s extraordinary college career in part six of the docuseries, exploring his journey from Odessa College to UNLV. Hear about Johnson’s impressive accolades, including back-to-back national player of the year awards, and the 1990 NCAA championship win over Duke. Brooks also reflects on the personal impact of Johnson’s story and teases upcoming interviews with LJ’s agent George Bass and possibly Johnson himself. Follow along as the inspiring narrative of resilience and ambition unfolds, and connect with the Becoming UnDone® community.

096 | THE MAKING (and re-making) OF LARRY JOHNSON PART 5: Reliving UNLV’s Glory Days with Equipment Manager Larry Chin

Aug 21, 2024

Toby Brooks dives into the late 1980s high school experience before spotlighting UNLV basketball’s golden era, including an in-depth chat with Larry Chin, a 40-year veteran equipment manager at the university. They discuss Larry Johnson’s impact on the team, misconceptions about the squad’s reputation, and insights on the evolution of college sports. For anyone intrigued by sports history and behind-the-scenes stories, this episode promises high school nostalgia and legendary basketball insights. Tune in to learn more about these pivotal years in collegiate athletics.