{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Frucker-park-podcast.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fjames-speedy-williams-GcD_ocZ5","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"James \"Speedy\" Williams","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/96a10b54-3566-4ae1-87fd-fd8bff7bd182/ce8a08f0-bfae-4e25-9499-b0c5ee3c16de/thumbnail.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"","height":200,"description":"Al Cash sits down with the legendary Speedy as he reflects on how his time at the world-famous Rucker Park inspired him to dream beyond the limits of the neighborhood while never forgetting where he came from.\n\nFrom dominating the courts in Harlem to landing roles in the classic film Above the Rim, Speedy opens up about the opportunities basketball created for him, including appearances in major Nike and Reebok commercials, worldwide travel with the Harlem Globetrotters and the Harlem Wizards, and the lessons he learned representing the culture on a global stage.\n\nThis episode is packed with untold stories, real-life gems, and firsthand history from one of Harlem’s own. Hear Speedy tell his journey in his own words as he breaks down the impact of Rucker Park, the evolution of streetball culture, and how the game opened doors far beyond the court.\n\n🎧 Download & stream the Rucker Park Podcast on all major podcast platforms including:\n\nNew episodes airing every Wednesday & Friday! \n\n• Spotify\n• Apple Podcasts\n• iHeartRadio\n• Amazon Music\n• YouTube\n\n📲 Subscribe, rate, review, and share the podcast to help preserve the stories, culture, and legends of the game."}