Audiobook BBC Sports Report by Pat Murphy in the ListenBook app
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Book description
You've probably heard the familiar chime of the BBC Sports Report on Saturday evenings for decades-maybe even since you were a kid. But what really happens behind those iconic words? Pat Murphy, a reporter on the show since 1981, finally tells the full story, and the audiobook is pure magic. Forget dry history; this is a warm, human, deeply entertaining journey into the heart of one of broadcasting's most enduring institutions.
Murphy doesn't just chronicle the program's 75-year run-he makes you feel the urgency of those Saturday nights. You'll hear him unearthing stories from the BBC Archives: producers scrambling to get interviews from draughty dressing rooms in the drizzle, commentators ad-libbing live as the clock ticks toward 6 PM, the sheer nerve of a tiny team pulling off a flawless broadcast without a script. It's a "weekly miracle," as he calls it, and the audiobook captures that tension perfectly.
What shines brightest here is the people. Murphy interviews the legends-Angus and Eamonn, the "odd couple" who shaped early broadcasts; presenters who navigated everything from Cold War tensions to the rise of global sports; and the unsung heroes in the studio who kept the show alive. You'll laugh at the "some laughs" section, nod along at the gender shifts in sports coverage, and feel the pride in moments like the 1990s when the show finally got the recognition it deserved.
The narration? Effortless. Murphy's voice carries the warmth of a colleague sharing stories over coffee, making you feel like you're part of the BBC's inner circle. You'll hear the signature tune in your head, picture those old studio sets, and understand why millions still tune in-this isn't just a show; it's a cultural heartbeat.
For sports fans, it's a love letter to the game's spirit. For anyone who's ever marveled at radio's power, it's a masterclass in storytelling under pressure. Murphy doesn't just write history-he lets you live it, one Saturday evening at a time. And as he says, the clock never stops ticking... but this audiobook? It's a timeless gift to anyone who's ever felt the thrill of the Sports Report.
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Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
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