Something to Say

Jack McCallum talks about the manuscript he recently finished for a novel, and explains why writing the romantic scenes has been the most difficult part.

Jack McCallum explains why he's dropped his longtime duty as cheerleader for the U.S. Postal Service.

Jack McCallum tries to reason with alpine ski legend Lindsey Vonn's decision to make a comeback at this year's Olympics, which ended in a remarkable crash and injury.

Jack McCallum explains why he believes most people actually love massive snow storms, despite the inconveniences it creates.

Jack McCallum recalls the first Sports Illustrated cover story he wrote about LeBron James, and how the basketball star proved him wrong.

Jack McCallum discusses his and his wife's nightly ritual of sharing a drink, and discusses the stereotypical image of authors and journalists who imbibe too much.

Jack McCallum talks about the toughest Flyers team of all time, and tells the story of the hockey game that epitomized the Cold War.

Jack McCallum shares his disapproval over the Eagles' choice not to play their starters in their final regular season game, and makes his prediction for the playoffs.

Jack McCallum looks back on the musicians we lost in 2025, and explains why those losses are the hardest for him.

Jack McCallum talks about the man who's led Christmas Eve services and a congregation in his hometown for as long as he can remember.

Jack McCallum explains why he's not so convinced by the Peanuts movies, and talks about the comic artist who should've had a bigger name.

Jack McCallum looks back on his recent family trip to Berlin, a city that accepts its history and educates on its mistakes.

Jack McCallum talks about the most recent musical biographical movies and shares whether he preferred the depiction of Dylan or Springsteen.

Jack McCallum shares his unique connection with Thanksgiving turkey, and talks about the proper way to prepare one.

Jack McCallum talks about the proliferation of sports betting, and how professional leagues are advertising that cheating is acceptable.

Jack McCallum reflects on the veterans in his life, many of whom rarely spoke about their experiences in the military.

Jack McCallum makes his argument for this past weekend's World Series Game 7 being the best World Series Game in the history of baseball.

Jack McCallum expresses his displeasure with the portion of adults trying to take part in trick or treat, a tradition he argues is only for kids.

Jack McCallum continues looking at the coming of AI, and how it affects younger writers and teachers.

Jack McCallum debates whether it's a good time to be an old guy, and whether getting older means it's time to retire.

Jack McCallum explains how he came to explore the evolving world of AI, and the problems he sees writers and the world facing as a result of it.