Hard Knocks Podcast

“It’s Time to Win” (with Hannah Epstein) Sep 04, 2024

The Bears make their final cuts heading into week 1 of the 2024 season. Director of Photography Hannah Epstein joins Host Peter Schrager to discuss following and filming the Bears on Hard Knocks.

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“On the Bubble” (with Mark Ricci) Aug 28, 2024

The Bears wrap up the preseason, and Ian Wheeler tears his ACL. Host Peter Schrager goes behind the scenes with Hard Knocks Sound Supervisor Mark Ricci.

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“Oi Bruvvie” (with Kyle Long) Aug 21, 2024

Caleb Williams leads the Bears to another victory and Ryan Poles almost pulls off a trade for Matthew Judon. 3x Pro Bowler Kyle Long joins host Peter Schrager to reflect on his Bears tenure, and why thinks Williams may be the real deal.

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“Bears Only” (with GM Ryan Poles) Aug 14, 2024

Caleb Williams takes his first snaps for Chicago, and host Peter Schrager chats with Bears GM Ryan Poles about assembling the team.

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“Biggest Thing Since MJ” (with Brian Urlacher) Aug 07, 2024

Host Peter Schrager breaks down the Bears' Hard Knocks debut and is joined by Pro Football Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher to talk about what it’s like to be the face of the franchise.

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“The Pick is In” (with Emily Leitner Cameron) Jul 31, 2024

The Giants get their guy in Malik Nabers and welcome their 2024 draft class. Showrunner Emily Leitner Cameron sits down with host Peter Schrager to discuss the creative twists and turns behind the very first Hard Knocks: Offseason.

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"A Little Dawg In 'Em" (with Brandon Brown) Jul 24, 2024

Host Peter Schrager breaks down the Giants approach to the draft and assistant GM Brandon Brown shares insights from behind the scenes.

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“Shopping Hungry” (with Joe Schoen) Jul 17, 2024

After moving on from Saquan Barkley, the Giants tackle free agency by landing Brian Burns, Jermaine Eluemunor, and Devin Singletary. GM Joe Schoen sits down with host Peter Schrager to discuss the highs and lows of the NFL’s free agent frenzy.

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"The Underwear Olympics" (with Brian Daboll) Jul 10, 2024

The Giants head to the NFL Scouting Combine to catch their 2024 draft prospects in action, and GM Joe Schoen weighs the cost of keeping Saquon Barkley. Giants Head Coach Brian Daboll joins host Peter Schrager to talk about the intensity of the combine and what the Giants are ultimately looking for to help them win.

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“Every Move Matters” (with John Mara and Ken Rodgers) Jul 03, 2024

In the first episode of the return of the Hard Knocks Podcast, host Peter Schrager is back to break down this rare window into an NFL front office. Schrager goes behind the scenes of Hard Knocks: Offseason with the New York Giants, interviewing Giants owner John Mara and NFL Films exec producer Ken Rodgers.

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The Official Hard Knocks Podcast Is Coming Back Jun 28, 2024

Host Peter Schrager returns to the Hard Knocks podcast to follow not one, but two teams in 2024. First up -- Hard Knocks: Offseason with the New York Giants starting July 2nd. Then it’s Hard Knocks Training Camp with the Chicago Bears. Stream the HBO Original Hard Knocks on Max, then listen to the official Hard Knocks Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

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Hard Knocks Returns with the Indianapolis Colts Nov 17, 2021

HBO Sports and NFL Films are teaming up in-season to chronicle the 2021 Indianapolis Colts and their stretch run to the playoffs. It’s the first time Hard Knocks is happening in the middle of the season, and it’s the perfect team to track from here on out. Listen to the official trailer and don’t forget to stream Hard Knocks: Indianapolis Colts starting November 17 on HBO Max.

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“The Train to California” (with Shannon Furman) Sep 09, 2021

Host Peter Schrager is joined by this season’s Hard Knocks Director and Senior Producer at NFL Films, Shannon Furman. Furman talks about what it’s like to shoot with Jerry Jones, how the famous drone shot came to be and her experience filming with Trevon Diggs’ adorable son Aaiden. Schrager also looks back at highlights from this week’s final show, including the return of CeeDee Lamb post-COVID-19 and the moment Azur Kamara makes the team. Watch Hard Knocks: Dallas Cowboys on HBO Max.

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“Protocols and Virtual Calls” (with Jane Slater) Sep 01, 2021

Host Peter Schrager is joined by NFL Network reporter Jane Slater to weigh in on Mike McCarthy as a coach and share some inside stories from her time with the Cowboys. Schrager also looks back at episode highlights, including Dak Prescott’s violin moment back on the field and the battle between corner Travon Diggs and wide receiver Amari Cooper. Watch Hard Knocks: Dallas Cowboys on HBO Max.

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“How about that Drone Shot?” (with Daryl “Moose” Johnston) Aug 26, 2021

Host Peter Schrager returns to the podcast joined by a former Dallas Cowboys fullback Daryl “Moose” Johnston to weigh in on Dak Prescott and reflect on the Dallas Cowboys legacy. Schrager looks at episode highlights, including the return of wide receiver Amari Cooper, a Jerry Jones helicopter ride and cornerback Trevon Diggs’ son Aaiden steals the show. Watch Hard Knocks: Dallas Cowboys on HBO Max.

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“A Winning Culture” (with Greg Jennings) Aug 18, 2021

Host Peter Schrager returns to the podcast joined by a former member of Mike McCarthy’s Green Bay Packers’ team, Greg Jennings to learn more about the Cowboys coach. Jennings talks about his time with McCarthy and his approach as a leader. Schrager looks at episode highlights, including examining Cowboys Defensive Line Coach Aden Durde’s career and standout accent. He comments on the buzz around Wide Receiver CeeDee Lamb and reacts to the incredible story of Defensive End Azur Kamara. Watch Hard Knocks: Dallas Cowboys on HBO Max.

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“America’s Team” (with Ed Werder) Aug 11, 2021

Host Peter Schrager kicks off the 2021 season with guest and legendary sports journalist, Ed Werder. Werder discusses the targeted formula that could make the Cowboys an elite team in the NFL. Schrager looks at episode highlights, including the return of Dak Prescott and new kid on the block with a lot to prove, Micah Parsons. Watch Hard Knocks: Dallas Cowboys on HBO Max.

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The Hard Knocks Podcast Is Coming Back! Aug 05, 2021

Peter Schrager returns as host of the Hard Knocks Podcast to provide a behind-the-scenes look at the brand new season of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ featuring the Dallas Cowboys. Stream Hard Knocks: Dallas Cowboys starting August 10 on HBO Max.

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The Cost of Winning Podcast Preview with Victor Cruz Nov 17, 2020

Host Peter Schrager speaks with Super Bowl champion Victor Cruz about his new role as host of HBO’s The Cost of Winning Podcast and what listeners can expect to learn from the program. Victor also shares who some of the guests will be and what he ultimately hopes listeners will learn from the podcast, which accompanies HBO’s The Cost of Winning docu-series. Lastly, the episode ends with a special preview of what’s to come on HBO’s The Cost of Winning Podcast.

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“Cut Day” (with Ken Rodgers) Sep 09, 2020

Host Peter Schrager highlights the most memorable moments from the final episode of the season and goes behind-the-scenes with ‘Hard Knocks: Los Angeles’ showrunner Ken Rodgers.

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“Enough” (with Eric Weddle) Sep 02, 2020

Host Peter Schrager recaps the most intriguing and thought-provoking scenes from the latest look inside training camp and speaks with former Chargers and Rams safety Eric Weddle about his experiences playing for both teams.

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“No Excuses” (with Kevin Demoff & Daniel Jeremiah) Aug 26, 2020

Host Peter Schrager highlights the most noteworthy training camp storylines and speaks with Rams Chief Operating Officer Kevin Demoff, as well as NFL Network analyst and Chargers radio commentator Daniel Jeremiah.

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“Football Is Fun” (with Sean McVay) Aug 19, 2020

Host Peter Schrager recaps the biggest storylines and provides some insider information on the most memorable scenes from training camp in the second installment “Hard Knocks: Los Angeles.” Schrager then talks with Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay about what it’s been like to be featured on the show and how he prepared for the season during quarantine. Also, Peter names his MVP of the episode and shares what story he’s tracking heading into next week.

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“Ready For Chaos” (with Anthony Lynn) Aug 12, 2020

Host Peter Schrager breaks down the most noteworthy moments and storylines from the start of training camp in the debut episode of Hard Knocks: Los Angeles featuring the Los Angeles Rams and the Los Angeles Chargers. Schrager then talks with Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn about what it’s been like to take center stage on Hard Knocks and who he believes will emerge as the stars of the series. Lastly, Peter names his MVP of the episode and shares what story he’s tracking heading into next week.

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The Hard Knocks Podcast Is Coming Back Aug 03, 2020

Peter Schrager returns as host of The Hard Knocks Podcast to provide a behind-the-scenes look at the brand new season of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ featuring the 2020 Los Angeles Rams and 2020 Los Angeles Chargers.

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“Cut Guys” (with Ken Rogers) Sep 05, 2019

For the season finale, host Peter Schrager gets into the weeds with Ken Rodgers, Senior Coordinating Producer of Hard Knocks. They discuss the nitty-gritty of how Hard Knocks gets made; from the stories they follow, to recording Liev Schreiber’s voiceover. Plus, Schrager names his MVP of Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Oakland Raiders and what he’ll be keeping an eye on during the upcoming football season. Stay in touch– Tweet us @PSchrags on Twitter. Email us Peterschrager@Gmail.com. Follow us @HardKnocksHBO on Instagram. Hard Knocks Podcast is a production of HBO Sports, NFL Films and Pineapple Street Media.

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“Knock on Wood" (With Mike Tirico) Aug 29, 2019

Host Peter Schrager breaks down episode four of Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Raiders. Then he’s joined by Mike Tirico, a sportscaster at NBC. Tirico worked with Raiders Head Coach Jon Gruden at ESPN’s Monday Night Football for seven years. Schrager and Tirico talk about what he learned from Coach Gruden and the upcoming cuts Gruden and General Manager Mike Mayock have to make before the season starts. Plus, Schrager names this week’s MVP and what he’s tracking for the season finale. Stay in touch– Tweet us @PSchrags on Twitter. Email us Peterschrager@Gmail.com. Follow us @HardKnocksHBO on Instagram. Hard Knocks Podcast is a production of HBO Sports, NFL Films and Pineapple Street Media

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"All In or All Out" (with Rich Eisen) Aug 22, 2019

Host Peter Schrager breaks down episode three of Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Raiders. Then he’s joined by Rich Eisen, the face of the NFL Network and host of the Rich Eisen Show. Eisen, who used to work with Raiders General Manager Mike Mayock, gives us some insight into how Mayock is feeling about his first season with the Raiders, the team’s current roster, and all the Antonio Brown drama. Plus, Schrager names this week’s MVP and what he’s tracking for episode four. Stay in touch– Tweet us @PSchrags on Twitter. Email us Peterschrager@Gmail.com. Follow us @HardKnocksHBO on Instagram. Hard Knocks Podcast is a production of HBO Sports, NFL Films and Pineapple Street Media.

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"We Gotta Raise the Bar" (With Ken Rodgers and Bruce Gradkowski) Aug 15, 2019

Host Peter Schrager gives us a look behind the scenes at the Oakland Raiders training camp with Ken Rodgers, Senior Coordinating Producer of Hard Knocks. Then, he’s joined by former NFL quarterback Bruce Gradkowski to talk about his memories playing with current Raiders wide receiver Antonio Brown and for Raiders head coach Jon Gruden. Plus, Schrager names this week’s MVP and what he’s tracking for next week. Stay in touch– Tweet us @PSchrags. Email us Peterschrager@Gmail.com. Follow us @HardKnocksHBO on Instagram. Hard Knocks Podcast is a production of HBO Sports, NFL Films and Pineapple Street Media

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“We’re Into Nightmares” (with Ronde Barber) Aug 08, 2019

Host Peter Schrager kicks off the first ever Hard Knocks Podcast by breaking down this week’s premiere episode, analyzing the players and storylines, and looking ahead at Oakland’s potential. Then, Super Bowl champ Ronde Barber joins Peter to discuss playing for head coach Jon Gruden. Plus Schrager names this week’s MVP and what he’s tracking for episode two. Stay in touch: Tweet us @PSchrags on TwitterEmail us Peterschrager@Gmail.comFollow us @HardKnocksHBO on Instagram Hard Knocks Podcast is a production of HBO Sports, NFL Films and Pineapple Street Media

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Hard Knocks Podcast is coming soon.... Aug 06, 2019

The official Hard Knocks Podcast with host Peter Schrager is coming later this week. Join Schrager and his guests as they dive into each episode of Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Oakland Raiders.

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