Author Ray Hartjen on How the Steelers Saved Pittsburgh

On this episode of The 40/40 Vision Podcast, we welcome author Ray Hartjen to discuss his book, “Immaculate: How the Steelers Saved Pittsburgh?”. We discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 70s and how the Steelers helped the city go through a deindustrialization transformation and become a new economy success story.

The conversation also covers the Steelers' rivalry with the Raiders and the Immaculate Reception, a famous play in Steelers history. The guest explains the context of the play and the differences between football in the 70s and today. The conversation discusses the Immaculate Reception and its significance in the evolution of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

It explores the impact of the play on the team's reputation and the city of Pittsburgh. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced during the research process and the reaction to the book. The passion and relatability of the Steelers to the city are highlighted, as well as the connection between sports and community.

Buy Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma and Immaculate: How the Steelers Saved Pittsburgh at booksellers everywhere, or visit rayhartjen.com.

Connect with Ray at rayhartjen.com, @RayHartjen, and linkedin.com/in/rayhartjen/