This Week In Sports: Super Bowl Talk
Scott Simon previews Super Bowl 50 with NPR's Tom Goldman.
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Beer And Snack Pairings: A Super Bowl Game Everyone Can Win
Which beer goes with guacamole? How can a brew complement spicy wings? Two craft beer experts share their favorite pairings and help us take our Super Bowl snack game to the next level.
Small Batch: How To Eat The Super Bowl
Dan Pashman from The Sporkful podcast joins us for a talk about the eternal question: If you're watching the Super Bowl, what are you eating while you do?
Officials Remain Tight-Lipped On Complex Security At Super Bowl 50
Law enforcement experts say this year's Super Bowl is one of the most guarded public events in recent history. But you won't hear that from federal or local officials. They are very tight-lipped about security.
WATCH: Golf Robot Named LDRIC Hits A Hole-In-One
The cleverly named LDRIC — Launch Directional Robot Intelligent Circuitry — pronounced "Eldrick," which is Tiger Woods' given name, aced the par-3 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale.
Carolina Panthers Coach Ron Rivera Has Charlotte's Latino Community Fired Up
Carolina Panthers coach Ron Rivera is the second Latino head coach in Super Bowl history. And Charlotte's Latino community is talking about football like never before.
Dave Mirra, A Superstar Of BMX, Has Died In What Police Say Was Suicide
"We love you, Dave Mirra. We're going to miss you," says the mayor of Greenville, N.C., the town where the legendary X Games athlete lived for years.
For Pro Athletes, Knowing When It's Time To Call It Quits
Earlier in the season, many suggested Peyton Manning was through and should retire. He has since rebounded and will lead his Denver Broncos against the Carolina Panthers in Sunday's NFL Super Bowl.
Musical Prognosticator Picks Carolina To Win Super Bowl
Renee Montagne talks to music commentator Miles Hoffman who predicts the Super Bowl winner based on the musical prowess of each team's home city, Denver, Colo., and Charlotte, N.C.
World's Oldest Female Boxing Champ Isn't Hanging Her Gloves Up Yet
At 48, Alicia Ashley holds the Guinness World Records for the oldest female boxing champion. She holds the super bantamweight title. Mary Louise Kelly talks to Ashley about longevity in the sport.