In Light of the Steroid Scandal
Do a Show on the Hidden History of Cheating in Baseball

Anyone who even remotely follows American Sports had an opinion about the explosive charges by some former players that steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs are common in today’s game. But is this just the tip of the iceberg? As Mike Looney will reveal, baseball has always taken a “wink-wink” approach with some of its most famous cheaters. The unwritten rule, for nearly 100 years, was always simply this: “Don’t get caught.” Has that all changed?
Get ready for a revealing show as Looney discusses:

• The hidden methods of cheating the public DOESN’T know about (hint: the spitball is not dead, and neither are corked bats-but not in the way you think).
• Who the true culprits in the current steroid scandal really are-do the fans (or the commissioner) have to share at least some of the blame?
• How players who use steroids for an extra edge stack up against some of the all-time cheaters in the sport.

Credentials
Veteran talk show guest Mike Looney researched the subject of cheating in sports for his book Heroes Are Hard To Find, and conducted interviews with former players who let him in our their closely guarded secrets. The book has been featured in the Dallas Morning News, and on radio programs such at “The Hardline,” which airs on 1310 AM – The Ticket, in Texas.

Charlie Waters also available
Looney can also bring former Dallas Cowboy legend Charlie Waters, who produced the artwork for Heroes Are Hard To Find, on your show.

Availability
Dallas, TX; nationwide by arrangement and via telephone
Contact: Mike Looney, (214) 420-5211 (TX)