John Madden: podcast appearances and interviews

John Earl Madden (April 10, 1936 – December 28, 2021) was an American professional football coach and sports commentator in the National Football League. He served as the head coach of the Oakland Raiders from 1969 to 1978, leading the team to eight playoff appearances, seven division titles, seven AFL and AFC Championship Game appearances, and the franchise's first Super Bowl victory in Super Bowl XI. Madden maintained an impeccable coaching record, never experiencing a losing season, and holds the highest winning percentage among NFL head coaches with at least 100 games coached. His coaching career established him as one of the most regarded figures in football history. After retiring from coaching, Madden transitioned to a role as a television color commentator, working for NFL telecasts from 1979 to 2009. Throughout this period, he received 16 Sports Emmy Awards and worked across all four major American television networks;CBS, Fox, ABC, and NBC;providing expert commentary for numerous games. Madden also lent his name and expertise to the Madden NFL video game series, which became the best-selling American football video game franchise. His contributions to football and sports broadcasting were recognized with his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006, solidifying his legacy as a significant figure in the sport.