BOOMSHAKALAKA! NBA Jam Legend Tim Kitzrow on Hoops, Video Games & Mutant Football League 2

The legendary voice behind NBA Jam, NFL Blitz, MLB Slugfest, and Mutant Football League 2 joins the Hoopsology Podcast. Tim Kitzrow — forever known as the man who made “BOOMSHAKALAKA!” part of basketball culture — sits down for an in-depth conversation about his iconic career, the creation of NBA Jam’s most famous catchphrases, and why arcade-style sports games still matter today. In this episode, Tim breaks down: How NBA Jam changed basketball culture forever The untold story behind “He’s on fire!” and BOOMSHAKALAKA Why arcade sports games like NBA Jam & NFL Blitz are missing today His thoughts on the modern NBA, three-point shooting, and player movement Why Mutant Football League 2 is the spiritual successor to classic sports games Why NBA Jam helped introduce an entire generation to the NBA Why the NBA still hasn’t fully embraced its video game legacy Tim also shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories, including working during the golden era of Midway Games, creating unforgettable one-liners, and unforgettable fan encounters — including NBA legends who grew up playing NBA Jam. This episode is a must-watch for basketball fans, NBA Jam lovers, retro gamers, and anyone passionate about basketball culture. Podcast Person? Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2sIa6O4u4TnIBSygXu9qDm?si=acff6d3796a14c9a Or search “Hoopsology” anywhere else you listen to podcasts! Join the conversation!  Twitter: https://twitter.com/hoopsologypod  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hoopsologypod/  IG:  https://www.instagram.com/hoopsologypod/  Email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices