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There's also a wealth of present-day interviews with Saban and his wife, the legendary Ms. Terry Saban, whose own influence and impact played a massive role in Nick's success as a coach and leader.</p><p>Saban is a portrait of the relentless drive that powered seven national titles (six at Alabama, and one at LSU), produced four Heisman trophy winners, generations of NFL stars, and set a standard of greatness in college football that may never be met again. It also explores \"The Process,\" Saban's famed approach to coaching that transformed his teams and defined his leadership style.</p>","updated":1791509930,"_links":{"self":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/shows/89997"},"previousepisode":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716931","name":"Pride"}},"_embedded":{"episodes":[{"id":3716788,"url":"https://www.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716788/saban-1x01-the-process","name":"The Process","season":1,"number":1,"type":"regular","airdate":"2026-10-08","airtime":"","airstamp":"2026-10-08T16:00:00+00:00","runtime":52,"rating":{"average":null},"image":null,"summary":"<p>Amid high expectations, Nick Saban arrives in Alabama to rebuild the program using his \"process.\"</p>","_links":{"self":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716788"},"show":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/shows/89997","name":"Saban"}}},{"id":3716926,"url":"https://www.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716926/saban-1x02-death-valley","name":"Death Valley","season":1,"number":2,"type":"regular","airdate":"2026-10-08","airtime":"","airstamp":"2026-10-08T16:00:00+00:00","runtime":54,"rating":{"average":null},"image":null,"summary":"<p>After a contract dispute, Saban leaves Michigan State for an intriguing opportunity at LSU.</p>","_links":{"self":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716926"},"show":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/shows/89997","name":"Saban"}}},{"id":3716927,"url":"https://www.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716927/saban-1x03-black-diamonds","name":"Black Diamonds","season":1,"number":3,"type":"regular","airdate":"2026-10-08","airtime":"","airstamp":"2026-10-08T16:00:00+00:00","runtime":52,"rating":{"average":null},"image":null,"summary":"<p>Saban uses the discipline he learned from his father to inspire Alabama against rival Florida.</p>","_links":{"self":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716927"},"show":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/shows/89997","name":"Saban"}}},{"id":3716929,"url":"https://www.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716929/saban-1x04-home","name":"Home","season":1,"number":4,"type":"regular","airdate":"2026-10-08","airtime":"","airstamp":"2026-10-08T16:00:00+00:00","runtime":52,"rating":{"average":null},"image":null,"summary":"<p>Saban and the Crimson Tide help restore hope and pride in the community after a devastating storm.</p>","_links":{"self":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716929"},"show":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/shows/89997","name":"Saban"}}},{"id":3716930,"url":"https://www.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716930/saban-1x05-the-mountain","name":"The Mountain","season":1,"number":5,"type":"regular","airdate":"2026-10-08","airtime":"","airstamp":"2026-10-08T16:00:00+00:00","runtime":54,"rating":{"average":null},"image":null,"summary":"<p>Saban's bold coaching hire brings wins, tension, and a decision that could define his legacy.</p>","_links":{"self":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716930"},"show":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/shows/89997","name":"Saban"}}},{"id":3716931,"url":"https://www.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716931/saban-1x06-pride","name":"Pride","season":1,"number":6,"type":"regular","airdate":"2026-10-08","airtime":"","airstamp":"2026-10-08T16:00:00+00:00","runtime":52,"rating":{"average":null},"image":null,"summary":"<p>After a global event reaches beyond the football field, Saban faces one final test of adaptability.</p>","_links":{"self":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/episodes/3716931"},"show":{"href":"https://api.tvmaze.com/shows/89997","name":"Saban"}}}]}}