The True Story of Larry Bird at Indiana State & March Madness with Keith O’Brien

Join us on the Author Talks Podcast with New York Times Bestselling Author Keith O’Brien as we dive into the untold story of Larry Bird.  From his small-town beginnings in French Lick to becoming a national icon at Indiana State.We cover everything: recruiting drama, legendary teammates, international basketball, the 33–1 season, and the moments that made Bird a basketball legend.Grab Keith O’Brien’s new book Heartland to get the full story.Download the Bookum app for exclusive book content, podcasts, and notes: https://www.bookumapp.comTimestamps:1:02 - March Madness Predictions 2:06 - Jim Jones Coaching Larry Bird 4:50 - Larry Bird Senior Year in HS 6:30 - Bob Knight and Larry Bird 7:18 - Why Bob Knight Didn't Try to Bring Larry Bird Back to Indiana University? 10:02 - How Bill Hodges Got Larry Bird to Indiana State? 13:13 - Carl Nicks and Building the Team Around Bird 14:11 - Larry Bird's Dad's Role in His Life 17:43 - Harry and Larry Show at Indiana State 19:34 - Larry Bird International and European Basketball 22:12 - Larry Bird Fighting and Competitiveness 24:51 - Larry Bird as the Great White Hope 27:45 - Becoming a National Face 30:02 - Larry Bird vs Magic Johnson National Basketball Championship 33:50 - The Price of Fame on Larry Bird 35:24 - Writing Process and Perfect Day of Writing 38:10 - Advice on JournalismThis Podcast is to brought you by Bookum - The book communities NEW and BEST way to host dynamic online book clubs. Download the App and Start your Book club today at www.bookumapp.com Catch all of conversations live on the Bookum App Nooks!