For 13 years, Greg “The Hammer” Williams was one of the most recognizable voices in Dallas sports radio, helping shape the culture of 1310 The Ticket during its rise as Dallas-Fort Worth’s first all-sports radio station.
Now, Greggo is back.
Williams is returning to Dallas sports media with Hammer Time, a monthly segment on Dallas Express Sports Network. In the latest episode, he sits down with Chris Yates and Chris Putnam for a raw conversation about addiction, ego, accountability, and recovery.
Known for his larger-than-life personality, sharp wit, and unforgettable on-air moments, Williams became a fan favorite during one of the most influential eras in local sports radio. But behind the microphone, he was battling personal problems that eventually cost him his career.
“I got way too full of myself. My ego strangled me,” Williams said.
The episode traces Williams’ rise in Dallas radio, his firing from The Ticket, his struggles with addiction, and the long road back through rehab, Alcoholics Anonymous, and sobriety.
Williams does not dodge the consequences. He speaks openly about the damage addiction caused to his career, reputation, and personal life. He also discusses why recovery required more than regret.
Now 66 and nearly 10 years sober, Williams reflects on what he has learned, what he still carries, and why he says he is more content today than ever before.
Watch the full Hammer Time conversation with Greg “The Hammer” Williams on Dallas Express Sports Network.
