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Every week on the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast, host Jimmy Traina sits down for an informal conversation with the biggest broadcasters, athletes, sports personalities, celebrities, and anybody else interested in sports or media. Plus, get a window into the storylines Jimmy is following closest in the weekly Traina Thoughts segment.

ESPN's Mel Kiper

Episode 547 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with longtime ESPN NFL Draft guru, Mel Kiper.Kiper talks about what the NFL Draft was like when he started with ESPN in 1984, when he knew the Draft was going to become a big deal as a television product and when he realized he had become the name most associated with the NFL Draft.In addition, Kiper reveals his best analysis of all time, the pick he'd most want to have back and the most shocking Draft moment.Kiper also discusses

Apr 10, • 1:22:20

Ian Eagle and Bill Raftery

Episode 546 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with CBS' Ian Eagle and Bill Raftery.The duo discuss their longtime partnership, going back to work New Jersey Nets game together in the early '90s, Eagle shares his impression of Raftery and the pair reminisce about funny stories over the years.Raftery also shares a shocking admission about his famous catchphrases, talks about viral line from this year's Tournament and discusses whether he's ever thought about retirement.Eagle ta

Apr 3, • 1:24:22

Richard Deitsch on LeBron/McAfee & J.J. Watt on CBS

Episode 545 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with The Athletic's Richard Deitsch about all the latest sports media news.Among some of the topics covered: Pat McAfee getting LeBron James in-studio for over an hour; Impressive ratings for the Men's and Women's NCAA Tournament; J.J. Watt becoming CBS' No. 2 NFL analyst; Stephen A. Smith and RGIII playing the media game; the one problem with Cailtin Clark's national TV appearances; UConn's Communications Director threatening a

Mar 27, • 1:28:33

All-Mailbag Episode + Traina Thoughts

Episode 544 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is an All-Mailbag edition in which Jimmy answers listener-submitted questions.Among some of the topics covered: Would Fox move Tom Brady from games to its studio show? Why has ESPN changed "Monday Night Football" directors for the third time in four years? Would you rather Kevin Harlan or Ian Eagle calling the final two minutes of a tie game? Why is ESPN totally dropping the ball with "Around the Horn's" final episode?Following the Mailbag, Sal Licata

Mar 20, • 46:37

CBS' Adam Zucker & Traina Thoughts

Episode 543 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with CBS college football and college basketball studio host, Adam Zucker.Zucker talks about what it's like for him to replace Greg Gumbel as NCAA Tournament Selection Show host and what Gumbel meant to Zucker as a mentor.In addition, Zucker goes in-depth on what it's like to host the Selection Show handle studio duties for the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament and working with Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith for the Tourname

Mar 13, • 1:17:30

The Ringer's Bryan Curtis on 'Around the Horn', Jimmy Johnson & More

Episode 542 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with The Ringer's Editor-At-Large, Bryan Curtis, about all the latest sports media news.Topics covered with Curtis include ESPN cancelling "Around the Horn" after 23 years and the status of the show's host, Tony Reali; Jimmy Johnson retiring from "Fox NFL Sunday" and what Fox may do for a replacement; "Hard Knocks" deal with the University of North Carolina and Bill Belichick falling apart; what the MLB-ESPN divorce means for ea

Mar 6, • 1:31:51

AEW's MJF

Episode 541 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with AEW wrestler, Maxwell Jacob Friedman, aka, MJF.MJF talks about re-signing with AEW in 2024 and shares some details about his new contract. He also discusses what his goals are for his AEW career, being a mentor for fellow AEW wrestlers at just 28 years old, his "hard out" for leaving wrestling and his recent run of acting, which includes having a sizable role in the upcoming, "Happy Gilmore 2."In addition, MJF answers the mos

Mar 4, • 54:32

ESPN's Jay Bilas

Episode 540 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with ESPN college basketball analyst, Jay Bilas.Bilas talks about the popularity of the NCAA Tournament, whether the NCAA Tournament should expand the amount of teams that make the tourney and why he stopped doing NCAA Tournament games for CBS/Turner.In addition, Bilas discusses why college basketball's replay rule needs to change, why he wants the sport to get rid of halves and go to quarters and the quality of play in college ho

Feb 27, • 1:28:58

Andrew Marchand on Netflix/NFL, Tom Brady and More

Episode 539 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with The Athletic's sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand, about the latest sports media news.Topics covered include Fox shielding Tom Brady from interviews all season long, Joe Buck's return to baseball to call Opening Day on ESPN, the battle brewing between MLB and ESPN, MLB's streaming problem, the possibility of Netflix getting a Sunday afternoon NFL package, the constant talk about Stephen A. Smith possibly running for Presi

Feb 20, • 1:15:52

Golf journalist Dan Rapaport + Traina Thoughts

Episode 538 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina features an interview with golf insider from Skratch, Dan Rapaport.Rapaport talks about his new weekly show, "Dan on Golf," how golf media has changed over the years, the explosion in golf's popularity on YouTube and gambling's role in the increased interest in golf.Rapaport also discusses what the TGL needs to fix, the relationship between LIV and the PGA Tour and the contract issues LIV will soon face. Rapaport also drops a very early Masters predicti

Feb 13, • 1:08:20

Fox Super Bowl Review with John Ourand

Episode 537 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina is a review of Fox's broadcast of Super Bowl LIX with Puck's John Ourand.How did Tom Brady do in his first Super Bowl in the booth? What were Brady's best and worst moments? Can Brady be judged fairly as an analyst?Other topics discussed include the bizarre Jimmy Johnson tribute segment during the pregame show, the commercials, whether the rating for the game will be hurt by the game being a blowout, a weird moment between Brady and rules analyst Mike P

Feb 10, • 44:27

All-Traina Thoughts: Super Bowl, Luka Doncic Trade & More

Episode 536 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is an All-Traina Thoughts edition with WFAN and SNY's Sal Licata.Topics covered during the show include Super Bowl LIX between the Eagles and Chiefs. Has this matchup fallen flat with sports fans? Has Chiefs fatigue hurt excitement for the game? How different would the buzz be if the Lions and/or Bills were in the game? In addition, Jimmy and Sal talk about prop bets, which team they like to win the game and why the Super Bowl doesn't feel like a real

Feb 6, • 1:00:57

Troy Aikman + WWE's Seth Rollins

Episode 535 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Troy Aikman and a conversation with WWE Superstar, Seth Rollins.Aikman discusses his strong comments from the Texans-Chiefs Divisional Round playoff game about the referees and the NFL rules regarding roughing the passer. Aikman explains how he realized his commentary drew a lot of attention and reveals whether he heard from the NFL after his comments. Aikman also shares his thoughts on what the NFL should do about roughing t

Jan 30, • 1:25:41

Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio on NFL Playoffs

Episode 534 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio.Topics covered include the significant ratings drop for the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs, the latest regarding the league going to an 18-game schedule, Netflix's involvement in the NFL, the narrative that the league and the refs want the Chiefs to win, the practice of having coaches interview for jobs with other teams while they are in the playoffs, what happened to Deion Sanders poss

Jan 23, • 1:16:44

Richard Deitsch on Latest Sports Media News

Episode 533 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with The Athletic's media reporter, Richard Deitsch, about all the latest sports media news.Topics covered include why NFL playoff ratings have been down, NFL broadcasters, what Deion Sanders coaching the Cowboys would mean for networks, Tom Brady's alleged "conflict of interest" as a partial Raiders owner calling a Lions game while trying to hire Detroit offensive coordinator, Ben Johnson, a disappointing college football playo

Jan 16, • 1:41:50

Ian Eagle on NFL playoffs, Amazon Future & More

Episode 532 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with versatile CBS play-by-play man, Ian Eagle.Eagle talks about calling the Chargers-Texans wild-card game, which he dubbed, "The Houston Invitational." Eagle also shares his thoughts on what it was like to call the Chiefs-Steelers Christmas Day game for Netflix, working with J.J. Watt and Pittsburgh getting snubbed at halftime. Eagle also revealed the advice he gave us son, Noah, on calling a blowout in the other Christmas Day

Jan 9, • 1:22:56

WWE's Triple H (Paul Levesque)

Episode 531 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with WWE Chief Content Officer, Paul Levesque, aka Triple H.Levesque talks about all the aspects of the WWE's partnership with Netflix ahead of "Monday Night Raw" debuting on the streaming service. Levesque explains why the show won't be a specific length each week, how fans can watch "Raw" if they miss the live episode and why he expects "Raw" to have a bigger audience on Netflix. Levesque also discusses what Pat McAfee, who will

Jan 4, • 1:01:52

All-Traina Thoughts: NFL, Super Bowl Odds, Apple Reviews

Episode 530 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is all-Traina Thoughts edition with Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York.This edition of the podcast opens with Jimmy explaining why his Christmas was completely ruined. Jimmy and Sal discuss Netflix's NFL debut and ratings, Beyonce's Christmas Day halftime show, the NFL playoff picture, Super Bowl odds, the Aaron Rodgers Netflix documentary, the passing of broadcaster Greg Gumbel and more.Jimmy and Sal also read and react to Apple reviews

Jan 2, • 51:40

2024 Year in Review w/ Andrew Perloff & Peter Schrager

Episode 529 of "Sl Media with Jimmy Traina" is the 5th annual year-in-review extravaganza roundtable with Peter Schrager from "Good Morning Football" and Andrew Perloff from CBS Sports Radio.The podcast covers and best and worst of 2024 in the world of sports, media and pop culture. Why did the NBA ratings dip while Caitlin Clark took over women's basketball? What effects will Woj's retirement bring and what were the underrated sports personalities of the year? What were the sports media trends

Dec 26, 2024 • 1:37:14

NBC's Mike Tirico

Episode 528 of "SI Media Podcast With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the voice of NBC's "Sunday Night Football," Mike Tirico.Tirico reveals the details of his torn Achilles' injury and explains how he's been able to work through the injury. Tirico also discusses some of the best SNF moments of the season including the snow game in Buffalo, the Lions' wild comeback against the Texans and the Chiefs' "doink for the division" game.Tirico also shares his thoughts on the NFL schedule and th

Dec 19, 2024 • 1:33:43

ESPN's Sean McDonough

Episode 527 of "SI Media Podcast With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with ESPN play-by-play caller, Sean McDonough.McDonough talks about his memorable calls at the end of Clemson's wild ACC Championship win against SMU, reaction to the calls and getting a text message from the legendary Verne Lundquist after the game.McDonough also takes a trip down memory lane to discuss some of his famous calls, talks about what it was like to work with Bill Raftery and why Raftery got the nickname, "Uncl

Dec 12, 2024 • 1:37:09

Bryan Curtis on Inside the NBA, Stephen A. Smith and more

Episode 526 of SI Media Podcast With Jimmy Traina features an interview with The Ringer's Bryan Curtis about the latest sports media news.Jimmy and Bryan discuss the "Inside the NBA" licensing deal between ESPN and Warner Brothers Discovery feeling off and why we should expect some twists and turns with the deal.Other topics include Stephen A. Smith's reported contract extension with ESPN for six years and $120 million, how Tom Brady has progressed as an analyst and what we think he needs to go

Dec 5, 2024 • 1:15:04

Kyle Brandt + Traina Thoughts

Brandt talks about GMFB’s move from New York to California this season, whether he was shocked when he got the news about the show’s new home and how he feels about doing the show remotely about 90% of the time. Brandt also explains how his vignettes for CBS’ NFL Today come about, his process for writing his own scripts and how he came up with a piece to spoof the New York Jets by using the intervention scene from “The Sopranos” on GMFB. Brandt also talks about which team he’d like to see win t

Nov 27, 2024 • 1:31:24

WWE Superstar Roman Reigns

Episode 524 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with WWE Superstar, Roman Reigns.The "Original Tribal Chief" talks about returning at SummerSlam as a babyface, working as a babyface vs. a heel, the Bloodline vs. Bloodline story and how Wiseman Paul Heyman fits into it and what it's like to work with family.Reigns also shares his thoughts on the epic WrestleMania main event in which he lost his WWE title to Cody Rhodes, whether he can enjoy a match despite losing the match and t

Nov 26, 2024 • 56:51

ESPN President, Burke Magnus

Episode 523 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN President, Burke Magnus.Magnus talks about all the aspects of the shocking deal that will see TNT continue to produce "Inside the NBA" while it airs on ESPN beginning next season. How did the deal come about? Will ESPN have any editorial control over the show? On which nights will we see "Inside the NBA" air on ESPN? What will happen to ESPN's current NBA studio show, featuring Malika Andrews, Stephen A. Smith and othe

Nov 21, 2024 • 1:35:12

Jim Nantz and Tony Romo

Episode 522 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with CBS's lead NFL broadcast team of Jim Nantz and Tony Romo.Nantz and Romo talk about their partnership over the past eight years, why Romo thinks they are having their best season ever together and what Romo has tried to do differently in the booth this season.Nantz and Romo also preview the huge Chiefs-Bills game, handicap the chances that Kansas City goes undefeated and discuss the Taylor Swift Effect on Chiefs' broadcasts.

Nov 14, 2024 • 1:31:17

Chris Russo on the End of High Heat, Gummies & More

Episode 521 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with SiriusXM's Chris "Mad Dog" Russo with WFAN's Sal Licata joining the this episode as co-host.The radio Hall of Famer gives us the full story behind the MLB Network cancelling his daily show, "Hight Heat," his reaction to the cancelation and what his future is with the MLB Network.Russo also shares his thoughts on Pat McAfee turning down interviews with Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the Yankees hurting Fox and MLB by losing

Nov 7, 2024 • 43:30

Joe Buck on NFL, MLB Broadcasting

Episode 520 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN's Joe Buck.The voice of "Monday Night Football" talks about why Major League Baseball calls have become such a big thing with fans, the issues that national broadcasters have to deal with when calling MLB playoff games and why he won't call baseball for ESPN.Buck also discusses the best play to call in the NFL, what it's like calling a "Monday Night Football" game that's going head-to-head against a World Series game,

Oct 31, 2024 • 1:34:11

'NFL Today' host James Brown

Episode 519 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with CBS' James Brown.The longtime "NFL Today" host talks about life before broadcasting when he attended Harvard University and tried out for the Atlanta Hawks and what happened when he didn't make the team.Brown then goes into his broadcasting career and discusses his decision to leave Fox's pregame show to join CBS' pregame show, what he expects to get out of the "NFL Today" each week, the changes at the "NFL Today" this seas

Oct 24, 2024 • 1:33:31

All-Traina Thoughts Mailbag

Episode 518 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is an All-Traina Thoughts, All-Mailbag edition.WFAN's Sal Licata joins Jimmy to answer listener-submitted questions on a wide array of topics.Among the questions and topics: How will Tom Brady be affected as a broadcaster by the new restrictions put on him once he became a part-owner of the Raiders? Are Joe Buck and Troy Aikman ESPN's biggest win over the past five years? Will Bob Costas ever call postseason baseball again? What changes should Major Le

Oct 17, 2024 • 1:00:39

ESPN's Paul Finebaum

Episode 517 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN's Paul Finebaum.Finebaum talks about what it's like to cover SEC football and deal with those fans, what goes into doing a daily four-hour radio show solo, his interviewing philosophy and his all-time favorite job.Finebaum also discusses how the expanded playoff affects college football's regular season, why he isn't a regular on "College Gameday," how he once got Lane Kiffin fired, his feud with wrestling legend Ric F

Oct 10, 2024 • 1:15:34

Andrew Marchand and David Shoemaker

Episode 516 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features two guests.First up is The Athletic's Andrew Marchand on all the latest sports media news. Topics covered include ESPN looking at Shams Charania, Jeff Passan and Chris Haynes as possible replacements for Adrian Wojnarowski as its top NBA insider; What ESPN will do about their top NBA booth featuring Mike Breen and Doris Burke after losing JJ Redick; How Tom Brady has done as an analyst after four games and what he needs to do better; How Cris

Oct 3, 2024 • 1:58:09

ESPN's Jeff Passan + Traina Thoughts

Episode 515 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN's top MLB insider, Jeff Passan.Passan discusses the recent retirement of Adrian Wojnaroswki and what the life of an insider is like. Does he bring his phone into the shower? Does he break stories from the toilet? Where was the oddest place he's broken news?Passan also talks about Major League Baseball's popularity problem, MLB's TV issues and what three things he'd do if he was Commissioner for a day.Passan also shares

Sep 26, 2024 • 1:33:28

CBS' Brad Nessler + Traina Thoughts

Episode 514 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with CBS' lead college football play-by-play man, Brad Nessler.Nessler talks about CBS losing the SEC and landing the Big Ten, replacing the legendary Verne Lundquist and the one college football stadium he has never called a game in.Nessler also shares stories about the various analysts he's worked with through the years, reveals the one event he hasn't called, but would like to and weighs in on what he thinks of Tom Brady and

Sep 19, 2024 • 1:00:05

ESPN's Kevin Clark + Traina Thoughts

Episode 513 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN's Kevin Clark.Clark talks about his transition into TV now that he's at ESPN, his interviewing philosophy for his Omaha Productions show, "This is Football," and whether we will ever see someone who isn't a former player as an NFL or College Football game analyst.Clark also discusses Tom Brady's debut game as Fox's lead NFL analyst, why Bill Belichick has already been a hit as a media figure, why he thinks we won't see

Sep 12, 2024 • 1:23:01

Scott Van Pelt + Traina Thoughts

Episode 512 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN's Scott Van Pelt.Van Pelt, who just began his 10th year hosting his solo version of "SportsCenter" and hosts ESPN's "Monday Night Countdown," talks about the addition of Jason Kelce to Monday Night Countdown, how he helped recruit Kelce to the show and what he expects from the future Hall of Famer.Van Pelt also talks about going into his 10th year as SportsCenter host, signing a new five-year contract to say with the s

Sep 5, 2024 • 1:36:32

Bryan Curtis on Brady, Belichick, Barkley & More

Episode 511 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with The Ringer's Editor-At-Large, Bryan Curtis.Topics covered include how we will judge Tom Brady's debut as Fox's lead NFL analyst in Week 1; who is the more intriguing media figure: Bill Belichick or Nick Saban; ESPN going with Mike Greenberg over Laura Rutledge as host of "NFL Sunday Countdown"; the Kelce Brothers inking a $100 million deal for their "New Heights" podcast; the return of the "Sports Reporters"; Paul Finebaum

Aug 29, 2024 • 1:19:09

Kirk Herbstreit + Traina Thoughts

Episode 510 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN "College GameDay" panelist and "Thursday Night Football" analyst, Kirk Herbstreit.Herbstreit discusses getting used to the grind of doing college football on Saturday and the NFL on Thursdays, what his in-season schedule is like and if he sees himself continuing with both gigs.Other topics covered with Herbstreit include what it's like to work with Al Michales on Amazon Prime and the backlas

Aug 22, 2024 • 1:10:28

SiriusXM's Chris "Mad Dog" Russo + Traina Thoughts

Episode 509 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with Radio Hall of Famer, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo.Russo talks about signing a new three-year contract extension with SiriusXM, the challenges of doing a daily radio show during the summer and staying relevant after so many years in the business.Other topics discussed with Russo include his thoughts on whether Stephen A. Smith would ever leave "First Take" and ESPN, what Molly Qerim told him about his "W

Aug 14, 2024 • 1:25:02

All-Traina Thoughts: Charles Barkley, Big Movie News & More

Episode 508 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is an all-Traina Thoughts edition with Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York..Among the topics discussed on the podcast: The shocking news that Charles Barkley will not retire or join ESPN, NBC or Amazon and remain with TNT after the network loses the NBA; the debut of the new NFL kickoff rule; the news that Ben Affleck and Matt Damon are working on a movie about Hulk Hogan taking down Gawker and Deadspin; reaction to Jimmy's interview with

Aug 8, 2024 • 40:32

Puck's John Ourand on NBA vs. WBD + Traina Thoughts

Episode 507 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Puck's John Ourand.Ourand discusses the latest news regarding the NBA refusing Warner Brothers Discovery's matching offer for Amazon's television package and WBD subsequently filing a lawsuit against the NBA.Will this ever go to trial? Why did the NBA want to move on from WBD after a 30-plus year relationship? Why did WBD let the NBA negotiate with outside companies? Ourand tackles all those questions.In a

Aug 2, 2024 • 1:00:18

WWE's CM Punk

Episode 506 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with WWE superstar, CM Punk.Punk previews his SummerSlam match against Drew McIntrye with Seth Rollins as special guest referee and reveals which individual he thinks is the biggest dipsh-t.Punk also discusses why the WWE is so different under Triple H and reveals that he wouldn't have returned to the company if Vince McMahon was still running things.In addition, Punk talks about what it was like getting injured so quickly after r

Jul 31, 2024 • 43:51

Greg Olsen on Going Viral, Tom Brady, & More

Episode 505 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with Fox NFL analyst, Greg Olsen.Olsen shares his reaction to going viral thanks to a photo from Christian McCaffrey and Olivia Culpo's wedding, explains why he looked the way he looked in that photo and shares his thoughts on wedding etiquette.Olsen also talks about going into this NFL season as Fox's No. 2 analyst after being the No. 1 analyst the past two years, what his relationship is like with Tom Brady and

Jul 25, 2024 • 1:16:27

Noah Eagle + Traina Thoughts

Episode 504 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with NBC play-by-play man, Noah Eagle.Eagle talks about calling the men's and women's Team USA at the upcoming Summer Olympics in Paris, his extensive resume at just 27 years old, getting into the broadcasting business and the sport he hasn't yet called that he would like to call, what it was like to call an NFL playoff game.Eagle also explains his desire as a kid to become a TV dentist and shares stories about the legendary Bil

Jul 18, 2024 • 1:06:14

'Sports Business Journal's' Ben Fischer + Traina Thoughts

Episode 503 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with "Sports Business Journal" NFL reporter, Ben Fischer.Fischer covered the antitrust trial in which a jury ordered the NFL to pay $4.7 billion for violating antitrust laws in distributing out-of-market Sunday afternoon games on a premium subscription service. How much will Sunday Ticket customers get and when? What the NFL's chances to win an appeal? What does the verdict mean for how the NFL will distribute games in the future?

Jul 11, 2024 • 56:24

Jason McCourty + Traina Thoughts

Episode 502 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Jason McCourty, who won't be part of the "Good Morning Football" cast with the show moving from New York to Los Angeles.McCourty explains why he won't be staying with the show, how shocked he was by the NFL Network's decision to move the show, what he'll miss most about being on GMFB, the end of his "Fit List" segment, and if he plans on watching when the show returns from its hiatus.Mc

Jul 3, 2024 • 58:22

Pablo Torre + Traina Thoughts

Episode 501 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Pablo Torre, who hosts the "Pablo Torre Finds Out" podcast for Meadowlark Media.Torre explains how the idea for his unique podcast came about, how he picks his topics, what his goal is with the podcast, what it's like to work for Dan Le Batard and how he was able to let ESPN keep him on a part-time basis while he works full-time for another company.Torre also reveals his most memorable podcast episode, res

Jun 27, 2024 • 1:21:54

Derek Jeter and Richard Deitsch

Episode 500 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Fox Sports' Derek Jeter, followed by a conversation with The Athletic's Richard Deitsch.Jeter explains why he went from saying he'd never go into broadcasting to joining Fox's MLB studio show, what he's learned about broadcasting and why he has no desire to be in the booth to call a game.Jeter also reveals his all-time favorite broadcasting, shares memories of newly retired Yankees radio legend, John Sterling and his relation

Jun 20, 2024 • 1:33:03

Tom Brady and Jim Miller

Episode 499 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features interviews with Tom Brady and Jim Miller.Brady kicks off the podcast with a discussion about his transition from the field to the booth for Fox. The future Hall of Famer explains why he wanted to become a broadcaster, what he thinks his strength will be in the booth, what he thinks his weakness will be, how he will judge his performance, how he thinks viewers will judge him and more.After the interview with Brady, author, reporter and

Jun 13, 2024 • 1:08:45

The Athletic's Andrew Marchand

Episode 498 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a interview with Andrew Marchand.The Athletic senior writer shares information and gives updates on the biggest news in sports media. Topics covered include the latest developments with the NBA's future TV deals with ESPN, NBC and Amazon and where things stand with Warner Brothers Discover/TNT. Marchand also reveals what he thinks NBC's plan is for a lead broadcast team, what will happen with the "Inside the NBA" team of Ernie Johnson, Charles

Jun 6, 2024 • 1:20:15

Charles Barkley on TNT possibly losing the NBA

Episode 497 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with Charles Barkley.The "Inside the NBA" host discusses the possibility of TNT losing the NBA in the current television rights negotiations, his frustration with the lack of communication from Warner Brothers Discovery about the negotiations, whether the show could continue on another network, reaction from fans to the possible end of "Inside the NBA," the awkwardness of still having to work next season

May 30, 2024 • 1:25:04

TNT's Kevin Harlan

Episode 496 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with TNT lead NBA play-by-play man, Kevin Harlan.Harlan talks about calling the Mavericks-Timberwolves Western Conference Finals, the transition from being in a two-man booth to a three-man booth for the postseason and why a three-man booth is more difficult for the NBA than college basketball.Harlan also shares his thoughts on the possibility of Turner Sports losing the NBA and what that means for his future.Other topics covere

May 23, 2024 • 1:16:26

Mike North, NFL VP of Broadcast Planning + Traina Thoughts

Episode 495 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Mike North, NFL VP of Broadcast Planning, who has a major role in putting together the season schedule. North talks about the challenges in putting together the 2024 schedule, why the league decided to play on Christmas Day, which takes place on a Wednesday, how the Christmas games affected the rest of the schedule, who will produce and broadcast the two Christmas games on Netflix, why the NFL went all in on the Texan

May 16, 2024 • 1:09:37

Katie Nolan on the Tom Brady Roast, Celebrity Jeopardy & more

Episode 494 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with Katie Nolan.Nolan, who is a lifelong Patriots fans, breaks down all aspects of the "Tom Brady Roast" on Netflix. Who were the best roasters, who were the worst roasters, what made her cringe, what was wrong with Ben Affleck, why was Bill Belichick so enjoyable, why was Kim Kardashian there, why was it so long and much, much more.Nolan also talks about where her career is at, why she didn't join Dan Le Ba

May 9, 2024 • 1:15:28

John Ourand on the NBA's TV Future

Episode 493 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Puck senior correspondent, John Ourand, about all the latest sports media news.Ourand breaks down the latest reports regarding the NBA's upcoming television deals and where things stand between the league and ESPN, TNT, NBC and Amazon. Ourand also shares thoughts on how the new TV deals would impact the future of the "Inside the NBA" crew of Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and Shaquille O'N

May 2, 2024 • 1:00:48

John Sterling + Traina Thoughts

Episode 492 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the newly retired John Sterling.Sterling, who was the radio voice of the Yankees for 36 seasons before stepping away from the job in mid-April, talks about his decision to retire now and clarifies reports on his health. He also addresses the social media backlash the Yankees faced after giving him an 83-inch television as a retirement gift.Sterling also shares the advice he'd give the person who succeeds him as th

Apr 25, 2024 • 46:17

ESPN's Malika Andrews

Episode 491 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with ESPN's Malika Andrews.Andrews talks about whether she's nervous going into her first playoffs and Finals as the host of "NBA Countdown" after taking over this season from Mike Greenburg and reveals the touching message Greenburg sent her after she got the job. She also explains what her concerns are about the upcoming grind of the NBA postseason, what her goal is as host of the studio show and being ab

Apr 19, 2024 • 1:08:41

Undisputed WWE Champion, Cody Rhodes

Episode 490 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with the new WWE Undisputed Heavyweight champion, Cody Rhodes.Rhodes talks about "finishing his story" at WrestleMania 40 by beating Roman Reigns for the title, the epic main event which featured appearances by John Cena and The Undertaker and whether he had a moment with Reigns after the match.Rhodes also discusses the WWE changing the WrestleMania event after it was announced that it would be The Rock vs. Reign

Apr 17, 2024 • 59:57

Jim Miller and Dan Rapaport

Episode 489 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features three segments. First up is author and reporter, Jim Miller, to discuss ESPN parting ways with Senior Vice President, Norby Williamson. Williamson, who was at ESPN for 40 years, has been called out a couple of times by Pat McAfee for being "a rat" and leaking negative stories. Miller explains why ESPN cut ties with Williamson, shares his thoughts on the McAfee-Williamson feud and discusses reaction to Williamson's dismissal

Apr 11, 2024 • 1:29:33

SiriusXM and 'First Take' host, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo

Episode 488 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with SiriusXM radio host, "First Take" contributor and Radio Hall of Famer, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo.Topics discussed with Russo include the Shohei Ohtani gambling story, whether sports is headed for a major gambling scandal, MLB continuing its awful deal with AppleTV+, CBS' impressive depth when it comes to NCAA Tournament broadcasters and AppleTV+'s series on the New England Patriots. Russo also has a special shoutout for his for

Apr 4, 2024 • 50:41

Bryan Curtis on the Latest Sports Media News

Episode 487 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with The Ringer's Editor-At-Large and host of the "Press Box Podcast," Bryan Curtis about all the latest sports media news.Among the topics covered with Curtis: Is Stephen A. Smith a $25-million man?; How is Pat McAfee factoring into Stephen A. Smith's desire for a massive pay day?; The ESPN-Aaron Rodgers headache; Excitement for Ian Eagle and Bill Raftery to call the Final Four for CBS/Turner; LeBron Jam

Mar 21, 2024 • 1:06:11

ESPN's Dan Orlovsky

Episode 486 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky.Orlovsky gives us a break down of his unbelievably busy schedule, talks about how the NFL owns most of the sports calendar and shares his thoughts about the wild free-agency spree that took place this week.Orlovsky also explains that his ultimate goal is to call top games each week and whether he feels like networks have a bias against putting them in that role since he wasn't a su

Mar 14, 2024 • 1:08:36

ESPN legend Bob Ley

Episode 485 of the "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" podcast features an interview with legendary ESPN personality, Bob Ley.Ley shares memories of NFL reporter Chris Mortensen, who passed away last week, and explains why Mort was so special to so many people.Ley also weighs in on the state of sports media, whether he feels he got out at the right time when he retired in 2019, ESPN's addition of Pat McAfee and how Stephen A. Smith gets the "Jordan Rules" treatment.Ley also tells wh

Mar 7, 2024 • 1:06:25

WFAN/CBS Sports Network's Gregg Gionnatti

Episode 484 of the "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" podcast features an interview with WFAN/CBS Sports Network morning radio host, Gregg Giannotti.Giannotti, who co-hosts the highly successful "Boomer & Gio" show talks about how he balances doing a radio show for a New York audience and a TV show for a national audience, explains how he formats the show and reveals why Boomer Esiason never knows the opening topic before the show beginsGiannotti also discusses the importance of co

Feb 29, 2024 • 1:13:34

All-Traina Thoughts Super Bowl Wrap Up

Episode 483 of the "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" podcast is an all-Traina Thoughts post-Super Bowl edition with Sal Licata from WFAN and SNY.Topics discussed include Tony Romo's performance calling the Big Game, the massive confusion about the overtime rules, the halftime show, whether the game should start earlier in the day, the awful injury suffered by the Niners' Dre Greenlaw and whether Kyle Shanahan made the right move by taking the ball in overtime.Other topics include CBS&

Feb 15, 2024 • 35:32

Jim Nantz on calling Super Bowl LVIII

Episode 482 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with the man who will call Super Bowl LVIII for CBS, Jim Nantz.Nantz, who will be calling his seventh Super Bowl, talks about how he prepares for calling the big game, whether the massive number of viewers affects how he calls the game and whether he ever thought he'd see the day when there would be a Super Bowl in Las Vegas.Nantz also addresses the backlash faced by Tony Romo in recent seasons, shares his thoughts o

Feb 8, 2024 • 1:16:48

Bryan Curtis on Tony Romo, Tom Brady, Greg Olsen & More

Episode 481 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation about all the latest sports media news with Editor-In-Large from The Ringer, Bryan Curtis.Is the Tony Romo backlash from viewers warranted? How has Romo performed in the playoffs? How will viewers react to Romo calling this year's Super Bowl between the Chiefs and Niners?How will things play out at Fox with Tom Brady replacing Greg Olsen as the network's No. 1 NFL analyst. What are Olsen's options? What can w

Feb 1, 2024 • 56:49

Kyle Brandt on Sports Media, Playoffs, Wheel of Fortune

Episode 480 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with "Good Morning Football" host, Kyle Brandt.Brandt talks about the strong ratings for GMFB, how he feels about the NFL season winding down, the AFC and NFL Championship games, the great story of the Lions and Jared Goff, what a Super Bowl in Las Vegas means for people in sports media, why he doesn't love talking about the Cowboys, why he avoids the social media game, his unique segment for CBS' "NF

Jan 25, 2024 • 1:22:02

Kevin Burkhardt and Greg Olsen

Episode 479 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with Fox's lead NFL broadcast booth, Kevin Burkhardt and Greg Olsen.Olsen shares his opinion on the Eagles' epic collapse, the Cowboys' decision to retain Mike McCarthy as head coach, the emergence of Packers quarterback Jordan Love and the dominance of Niners running back, Christian McCaffrey.The duo also talk about calling an unusual amount of blowouts and a low number of close games this past regular seaso

Jan 19, 2024 • 1:31:44

Jim Miller on ESPN, Pat McAfee & Aaron Rodgers

Episode 478 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with author, reporter and journalist, James Andrew Miller.Miller, who literally wrote the book on ESPN, pulls back the curtain on Pat McAfee's on-air claim that executive Norby Williamson is trying to sabotage his show and leaking information to the press.Miller also weighs in on the Aaron Rodgers-Jimmy Kimmel feud and the "Pat McAfee Show's" role in the drama and who made the decision to discontinue Rodg

Jan 11, 2024 • 1:13:52

NFL Controversy, CFB Playoffs, The Rock's Return and More

Episode 477 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" is an All-Traina Thoughts edition with Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York.Topics covered during the podcast include the controversial ending of the Lions-Cowboys game, the ridiculous takes that followed and how the NFL has handled the situation; huge ratings for the Alabama-Michigan college football semifinal and the ridiculous start time for the Washington-Texas semifinal; the best play-by-play person in college football; The Ro

Jan 4, 2024 • 42:28

2023 Year in Review w/ Andrew Perloff & Peter Schrager

Episode 476 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" is the 4th annual year-in-review extravaganza roundtable with Peter Schrager from "Good Morning Football" and Andrew Perloff from CBS Sports Radio.The podcast covers and best and worst of 2023 in the world of sports, media and pop culture. What was the biggest NFL story of the year? What was the biggest non-NFL sports story in 2023? Which sports media people stood out over the past year? What were the sports media trends that hit and mi

Dec 28, 2023 • 1:24:01

All-Traina Thoughts Mailbag Edition

Episode 475 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" is an all-Traina Thoughts mailbag edition with weekly contributor, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York.Listeners of the podcast has questions about what Fox will do with Greg Olsen next year when Tom Brady joins the network's No. 1 NFL crew, whether Warner Brothers Discovery would pass on reupping with the NBA if it signed a deal with WWE, what the best role for Bill Belichick would be if he went into broadcasting, ABC and ESP

Dec 21, 2023 • 49:37

MJF: Maxwell Jacob Friedman

Episode 474 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with AEW World Heavyweight Champion, Maxwell Jacob Friedman, also known as MJF.Friedman talks about his rise in AEW, his heel and face personas, why he stands out in professional wrestling, whether he considers himself a locker room leader and the status of his contact with the company and Cody Rhodes recently saying that he thinks Friedman will one day wind in up WWE.MJF also weighs in on CM Punk, headline a pay-per-view

Dec 19, 2023 • 50:01

Andrew Marchand on Al Michaels, Jon Morosi & More

Episode 473 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with New York Post sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand.Marchand discusses the news that NBC will not be using Al Michaels to call one of its four NFL playoff game this season, the fallout from MLB Network's Jon Morosi erroneously reporting on Shohei Ohtani flying to Toronto, leading to speculation that he'd sign with the Blue Jays and whether the NBA's In-Season Tournament was a success.Other topics covered

Dec 14, 2023 • 1:16:17

Seth Rollins on CM Punk, Roman Reigns & More

Episode 472 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with WWE Superstar Seth Rollins.The World Heavyweight champion talks about his viral reaction to CM Punk making a surprise return to the WWE at the Survivor Series, when he found out Punk was back with the company, what happened backstage, why he dislikes Punk and whether he will have any issues working with Punk.Rollins also discusses whether the quest to end Roman Reigns' lengthy run as WWE Universal Champion is a talking poin

Dec 8, 2023 • 40:37

Booger McFarland + Traina Thoughts

Episode 471 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN college football and NFL analyst, Booger McFarland.McFarland shares his thoughts on the college football playoff and his comment that Florida State getting snubbed was a "travesty to the sport." He also discloses who he likes to win the Alabama-Michigan and Texas-Washington and, ultimately, the title game. McFarland also discusses whether the controversy regarding FSU is good for the sport, the mentalit

Dec 6, 2023 • 1:15:52

'Sunday Night Football's' Mike Tirico

Episode 470 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with broadcaster Mike Tirico from NBCThe voice of "Sunday Night Football" discusses how much he pays attention to the schedule and flex possibilities late in the season, whether he's feeling for comfortable in his second year as the SNF's play-by-play guy, whether NBC went too far covering Taylor Swift's appearance at the Chiefs-Jets game in Week 4 game, watching the O.J. Simpson Bronco chase with Lee

Nov 30, 2023 • 1:29:45

NFL VP of Broadcast Planning, Mike North + Traina Thoughts

Episode 469 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with NFL VP of Broadcast Planning, Mike NorthNorth explains how a game getting flexed happens, why the NFL would want to flex a game and what goes into flexing a game. North also discusses whether he thinks any games will be flexed this season, what the league thinks of having three Patriots games left in prime time, how the Aaron Rodgers and Joe Burrow injuries have impacted the prime-schedule, whether the league would ever consi

Nov 21, 2023 • 1:03:00

Ian Eagle on Travel Mishaps, the Final Four + Traina Thoughts

Episode 468 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with broadcaster Ian Eagle, from CBS, Turner Sports and the YES Network.Eagle discusses his hectic work weeks during the NFL and NBA season and shares hilarious traveling stories, including the time he almost missed a game after a flight was canceled.Eagle also explains why he still does NFL preseason games, how he's approaching the college basketball season now that he will call the Final Four for the first time, be

Nov 16, 2023 • 1:22:57

All Traina Thoughts Edition: NFL Primetime Woes, LeBron's Streaming Issues & More

Episode 467 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" is an All-Traina Thoughts edition of the podcast with Sal Licata from WFAN Radio and SNY TV.This week, Jimmy details his struggles in booking a guest for this week's podcast, Jimmy and Sal reminisce about the horrible experience they had when they took pictures with Larry David, they discuss the NFL's prime-time schedule woes and flex scheduling changes that need to happen, Troy Aikman's call of Chargers-Jets on "Monday Night Fo

Nov 9, 2023 • 36:29

ESPN's RGIII + Peter Schrager

Episode 466 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features two interviews.First up is Robert Griffin III, who is a college football color commentator for ESPN, one of the analysts of ESPN's "Monday Night Countdown" and the host of a new podcast, "RG3 and The Ones."Griffin discusses his various roles in broadcasting, how and why he decided to get into sports media after having no interest in it during his playing days and what the ultimate goal is for his media career.He als

Nov 2, 2023 • 1:57:40

Radio host Dan Patrick + Traina Thoughts

Episode 465 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with legendary radio host, Dan Patrick.Topics discussed include Patrick setting a retirement date in four years, why he will call it a career at that time and what he'll do after giving up his radio show.Among the other items covered with Patrick: Why he disliked his last two years at ESPN, the state of radio, the art of interviewing, how he critiques all of his interviews, Pat McAfee backlash and McAfee's weekly

Oct 26, 2023 • 1:03:26

The Ringer's Bill Simmons

Episode 464 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with founder and CEO of The Ringer, Bill Simmons.Topics discussed include why Simmons doesn't do a lot of interviews, the state of sports media, what makes someone a good podcaster, how he preps for a podcast, how he remembers his time at ESPN, whether he regrets calling Roger Goodell a "liar," getting suspended from Twitter, his issue with how people aggregate his podcast  and the ESPN "NBA Countdown&#34

Oct 19, 2023 • 1:57:26

Joe Buck and Troy Aikman

Episode 463 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with ESPN's Joe Buck and Troy Aikman.The "Monday Night Football" broadcasters, now in their 22nd year together, talk about passing John Madden and Pat Summerall, as the longest-tenured network broadcast team ever. Aikman discusses his relationship with Madden while Buck shares his feelings on what the record means to him as a broadcaster.Other topics discussed include whether Buck will ever call baseball for ES

Oct 12, 2023 • 1:22:31

Bears Bright Spots & Week Five Picks

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano discuss the situation the Panthers find themselves in with Bryce Young after big weeks for other quarterbacks in the 2023 draft. We also discuss why a mid season coaching change won't help the Bear and make our week five picksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 2023 • 54:34

Bryan Curtis on Sports Media + Traina Thoughts

Episode 462 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with The Ringer's sports media columnist and podcast host, Bryan Curtis.  Topics discussed include NBC's Taylor Swift-heavy broadcast of Chiefs-Jets as well as Cris Collinsworth's odd commentary on Zach Wilson, plus NBC's Rodney Harrison taking a ton of heat for calling Wilson "garbage" during a postgame interview with the Chiefs' Chris Jones.Other items covered on the podcast: Whether interes

Oct 5, 2023 • 1:03:58

Andrew Marchand on MNF, McAfee, Swift/Kelce Coverage & More

Episode 461 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with "New York Post" sports columnist, Andrew Marchand,  about the latest sports media news and storylines.Topics discussed include ABC/ESPN using staggered start times for their "Monday Night Football" doubleheaders, how the Pat McAfee-ESPN marriage is going, the Deion Sanders affect on college football, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo's viral cocktail/gambling/gummy moment on "First Take," a N

Sep 28, 2023 • 1:24:24

ESPN's Kevin Clark + Traina Thoughts

Episode 460 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with Kevin Clark, who now hosts "This Is Football" for ESPN.Clark talks about why he recently made the move from The Ringer to ESPN, whether he will continue to write and how sports media has changed since Covid.Other topics covered with Clark include the possible Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift romance, changes he'd like to see network's make for NFL coverage, Bill Belichick's personality, what we know aft

Sep 21, 2023 • 1:17:32

The Best of SI Media: Play-by-Play Announcers

In this special edition of the best of SI Media, we take a look back at some of our favorite past interviews with great play-by-play announcers like Joe Buck, Al Michaels, Ian Eagle, Brent Musburger, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 18, 2023 • 1:13:35

NFL Red Zone host Scott Hanson

Episode 459 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with Scott Hanson, who is now in his 15 year as host of the NFL Red Zone channel.Hanson talks about what he remembers from hosting his first show 15 years ago, what has changed about the channel over the years, the use of the term "witching hour" and the show's enormous popularity. Hanson also discusses his post-show routine after not eating and or using the bathroom for seven hours, what his ideal 1pm/4pm breakdown is in terms

Sep 14, 2023 • 1:16:08

The Debut of NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube

Episode 458 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" is a bonus episode that features a conversation with Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York on one topic: The debut of NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube. With NFL Sunday Ticket leaving DirecTV after more than 20 years, there were many changes to the service. What worked? What didn't work? What can be done better?Jimmy and Sal share their experiences on getting Sunday Ticket set up and running into roadblocks and how they managed to wa

Sep 11, 2023 • 30:39

Julian Edelman and John Ourand

Episode 457 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features two interviews plus the weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment.First up is Super Bowl champion, Julian Edelman, who joins "Fox NFL Kickoff" this season.Edelman discusses his new gig with Fox, why so many former Patriots are on television and why he chose TV over coaching.Edelman also talks about what it was like playing for Bill Belichick and with Tom Brady, how Belichick would use other players' quotes to motivate the P

Sep 7, 2023 • 1:46:54

ESPN's Greg McElroy and Comedian Jared Freid

Episode 456 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features two interviews. First up is ESPN college football analyst, Greg McElroy.McElroy talks about getting promoted to ESPN's No. 2 crew where he will work with Sean McDonough and call a national championship playoff game. McElroy also discusses working with Joe Tessitore and Dave Pasch in past years, why he has to be overprepared to call a game and how long it took him to get comfortable in the booth.McElroy, who played at Alabama, also

Aug 31, 2023 • 1:13:00

Charles Barkley

Episode 455 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Charles Barkley.The "Inside the NBA" host talks about recently signing a 10-year contract with Warner Brothers Discovery, but why he won't work nearly that long. He also reveals whether he'd work for a different company if WBD loses rights to the NBA after next season and how serious he was about joining LIV golf,Other topics covered include how many times he's been in the same room with Michael Jo

Aug 24, 2023 • 1:48:11

GMFB's Peter Schrager + Traina Thoughts

Episode 454 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features an interview Peter Schrager from "Good Morning Football" and "Fox NFL Kickoff."Schrager discusses what his travel schedule is like during the season when he has to travel from New York City to Los Angeles every weekend, what his goal is when reporting for "Fox NFL Kickoff," and the huge broadcast and media changes coming to to the NFL for the 2023 season.Other topics covered include why this is set up to be a g

Aug 16, 2023 • 1:10:50

Chris "Mad Dog" Russo + Traina Thoughts

Episode 453 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features an interview with SiriusXM radio host, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo. The radio Hall of Famer, who also hosts "High Heat" on the MLB Network and appears on "First Take" each Wednesday, discusses going viral recently for his interview with Joey Votto, which featured Votto cutting a WWE-like promo on Russo. Russo also sheds light on his future in sports media and explains why he may change something after the Super Bowl.

Aug 3, 2023 • 1:17:01

WWE Superstar Seth Rollins

Episode 452 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features an interview with WWE superstar, Seth Rollins.Rollings talks about his SummerSlam match with Finn Balor at Ford Field in Detroit, the prospects of being in a storyline with his wife, Becky Lynch, his standing with Cody Rhodes and the evolution of the WWE Universe embracing and singing his theme song for extremely long periods of time.Rollins also explains what happened when he went viral for a "Monday Night Raw" segment gone w

Aug 1, 2023 • 52:42

Sports Columnist Bob Kravitz on Ripping The Athletic + Traina Thoughts

Episode 451 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features an interview with longtime sports columnist Bob Kravitz. Kravitz was laid off from The Athletic last month and recently wrote a scathing Substack article about his time at the company. Kravitz goes in-depth on his time at  the Athletic telling him he had to generate a large amount of subscriptions while he was recovering from quadruple bypass surgery. He also talks about the reaction he got from his Substack article, the state of spor

Jul 27, 2023 • 1:02:23

WWE Superstar, Cody Rhodes

Episode 450 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features an interview with WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes. Rhodes discusses all aspects of the new Peacock documentary about his life, "American Nightmare: Becoming Cody Rhodes." In addition, Rhodes also talks about losing to Roman Reigns at WrestleMania and the overwhelming reaction from disappointed WWE fans, how Vince McMahon recruited him back to WWE, a possible storyline with Triple H, his relationship with his father, Dusty Rhodes and

Jul 25, 2023 • 1:05:24

Mike Florio on Belichick, Hard Knocks and more + "Traina Thoughts"

Episode 449 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features an interview with the man behind Pro Football Talk, Mike Florio. Topics covered include the Jets over-the-top reluctance to appear on HBO's "Hard Knocks" this season, whether Bill Belichick is actually on the hot seat in New England this season, whether the NFL will ever allow fans to purchase games for just a single team, the latest controversy with running backs being devalued and not getting mega contracts and much more

Jul 20, 2023 • 1:05:25

Andrew Marchand on ESPN Layoffs + Traina Thoughts

Episode 448 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features a conversation with New York Post sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand about the latest sports media news.The lead topic is ESPN parting ways with Jeff Van Gundy and whether the NBA had anything to do with the move, where Van Gundy could end up and what ESPN will do for its top NBA booth.Other topics include the "New York Times" shutting down its sports department and using The Athletic for its sports coverage, how Derek Jeter is performing

Jul 13, 2023 • 1:06:41

ESPN Layoffs + Traina Thoughts

On episode 447 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," Jimmy discusses the recent on-air talent layoffs at ESPN. The most shocking name announced was Jeff Van Gundy. Why did it happen? What are Van Gundy's options? What would be the best scenario for Van Gundy.Jimmy also explains why it's wrong to blame Pat McAfee for any of the layoffs, why the people who were let go should remain positive and much more.Later in the podcast, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy

Jun 30, 2023 • 25:04

SiriusXM's Adam Schein + Traina Thoughts

Episode 446 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with SiriusXM radio host and CBS Sports Network host, Adam Schein.Schein talks about why he loves radio so much, the challenges of doing a national show for SiriusXM and the differences between hosting a radio show and podcast.Other topics covered with Schein include who he'd like to interview right now, what he does on the radio during a slow news day, the radio gimmicks he hates, why he took on a podcast, having th

Jun 29, 2023 • 1:06:18

Bryan Curtis + Sal Licata and "Traina Thoughts"

Episode 445 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with The Ringer's Editor-At-Large, Bryan Curtis on all the latest sports media news.Topics covered with Curtis include Stephen A. Smith seemingly having no restrictions on his non-ESPN podcast and what a change that is for the World Wide Leader, the recent layoffs for The Athletic and the company's change in direction, whether the media should cover Zion Williamson's apparent personal life drama and much more

Jun 22, 2023 • 1:12:19

Scott Van Pelt on PGA-LIV & his "SportsCenter" future + Traina Thoughts

Episode 444 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with ESPN's Scott Van Pelt.The "SportsCenter" anchor, who is also the network's lead golf host, talks about the shocking PGA-LIV merger, his initial reaction to the news, what he heard from players on both tours and whether he thinks the merger will ultimately be good for the sport.Van Pelt also shares his thoughts on his broadcasting future and reveals that he doesn't see himself hosting "SportsCen

Jun 15, 2023 • 1:27:47

SiriusXM's Chris "Mad Dog" Russo

Episode 443 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Radio Hall of Famer, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo.Russo talks about radio shows vs. podcasts and how radio has changed over the years and how sports talk hosts can no longer just do sports. He also shares his thoughts on re-upping with "First Take" for another year, how his relationship with JJ Redick has improved over the past few months and Pat McAfee joining ESPN.Other topics covered with Russo include fle

Jun 8, 2023 • 1:19:48

Pat McAfee

Episode 442 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with sports media megastar, Pat McAfee.McAfee shares the inside details of his daily show moving to ESPN this fall: Why did he jump to the World Wide Leader? Will he still be able to have non-ESPN guests on the show? How much input will ESPN have on the content of the show? What about the cursing? Why is he leaving FanDuel? Did his year as a co-host on College GameDay play a role in him joining ESPN? Was he surprised by ne

Jun 1, 2023 • 1:09:42

Stone Cold Steve Austin + Richard Deitsch

Episode 441 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features interviews with WWE legend, Stone Cold Steve Austin and The Athletic's media reporter, Richard Deitsch.Stone Cold kicks off the podcast by discussing his new show on A&E, "Stone Cold Take on America," what he thinks of the current WWE storyline involving Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns and his feelings on CM Punk's status with AEW. Austin also reminisces about his legendary career, sharing his thoughts on the biggest p

May 25, 2023 • 1:43:11

NFL VP of Broadcast Planning, Mike North, on NFL Schedule + Dan Rapaport on Golf

Episode 440 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features two guests.First up is NFL VP of Broadcast Planning, Mike North on putting together the 2023 schedule.Just some of the topics covered: What game did networks want the most? What's the philosophy behind ESPN having staggered doubleheaders instead of straight doubleheaders? Is it true the league doesn't want to waste great matchups on days when it's guaranteed to have a huge rating? Will the league consider a team to be a per

May 18, 2023 • 1:44:37

ESPN's Mike Breen + Traina Thoughts

Episode 440 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with ABC/ESPN lead NBA play-by-play man, Mike Breen.Breen, who is about to call his 18th NBA Finals, talks about how wide open this year's playoffs have been, his longtime partnership with Jeff Van Gundy and Mark Jackson and the impressive depth of NBA broadcasters across the networks.Breen also discusses what his relationship is like with LeBron James and James still doing strong at 38 years old, whether he ever think

May 11, 2023 • 1:09:54

Ian Rapoport + Traina Thoughts

Episode 439 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with NFL Network insider, Ian Rapoport. Rapoport talks about why he loves covering the NFL Draft, what NFL event causes him to get the least amount of sleep, thoughts about the 2023 NFL schedule release, competing with ESPN's Adam Schefter, Aaron Rodgers telling Pat McAfee that Rapoport "doesn't know s--t about him," enjoying the Shams vs. Woj rivalry, his favorite experience breaking a story, his biggest m

May 4, 2023 • 1:13:14

Rich Eisen On Covering the NFL Draft, Twitter & More

Episode 438 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the NFL Network's Rich Eisen.Eisen talks about hosting the NFL Draft for the 19th year in a row, what covering the NFL Draft is like, what his goal is when hosting the Draft, whether the assignment is still a difficult onen, whether he feels competitive going head-to-head with ESPN and if he prefers covering Super Bowl Sunday or the NFL Draft.Eisen also discusses his recent saga with losing his blue checkmark on T

Apr 27, 2023 • 57:15

James Andrew Miller on NBA, WWE TV deals, Succession & More

Episode 437 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with author, reporter and podcast host, James Andrew Miller  about several big stories in the sports media world.Miller shares his insight into what he thinks will happen with the NBA's future rights deals regarding TNT, ESPN, NBA, Apple and Amazon. Could the NBA leave Turner and what would that mean for Charles Barkley, who would become the biggest free agent in sports media history. Miller also shares his thoughts on

Apr 20, 2023 • 1:06:19

Jim Nantz on Masters, Romo, NCAA Tournament

Episode 436 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the voice of CBS Sports, Jim Nantz.Nantz talks about his viral moment from the Masters regarding "the CW," whether CBS's coverage snubbed Phil Mickelson, Tiger's sad ending in Augusta, the big ratings for the final round of the tournament and more. Nantz also discusses calling his last Final Four, what his final weekend as a college basketball broadcaster was like and the state of college basketball.Na

Apr 13, 2023 • 1:30:05

Andrew Marchand on Pat McAfee's future, NBA TV deals & More

Episode 435 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with "New York Post" sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand.Marchand shares his insight on all of the hottest topics in sports media. Items discussed during the podcast include Pat McAfee's broadcasting future why he may opt out of his current deal with FanDuel, two factors that led to big ratings for the Women's NCAA Tournament on ABC/ESPN, fallout from the WWE being sold to Endeavor, whether Charles Barkl

Apr 5, 2023 • 1:08:22

Cody Rhodes + Traina Thoughts

Episode 434 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with WWE superstar, Cody Rhodes.Rhodes, who will headline WrestleMania in a match against Roman Reigns, talks about whether he ever thought he'd main event WrestleMania, his relationship with his father, the legendary Dusty Rhodes, why he feels like he's already been carrying the company, winning over WWE fans who wanted Sami Zayn to main event 'Mania with Reigns, what leaving and returning the WWE did for him,

Mar 30, 2023 • 1:02:16

Kyle Brandt + Traina Thoughts

Episode 433 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the NFL Network's Kyle Brandt.Brandt discusses his busy schedule, co-hosting "Good Morning Football" and hosting "Kyle Brandt's Basement," five days a week, in addition to taking on other projects. He also talks about Interviewing Josh Allen every week, cast changes at GMFB, auditioning for the ManningCast and why it's OK to say no to sports media jobs.Among other topics covered with Brandt

Mar 23, 2023 • 1:20:48

ESPN's Richard Jefferson + Traina Thoughts

Episode 432 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with ESPN NBA analyst Richard Jefferson.Jefferson, who also hosts a podcast and calls Nets games for the YES Network, discusses his rise in sports media, what his ultimate goal is in broadcasting and how important social media is for his career. Jefferson also talks about his recent beef with Paul Pierce, how he approaches TikTok and accumulating 1.4 million followers, why he hates Twitter, the load management controversy,

Mar 15, 2023 • 1:08:38

All-Traina Thoughts Editions: Tom Brady, ESPN/NHL, Chris Rock & More

Episode 431 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" is an all-Traina Thoughts edition with podcast regular, Sal Licata, from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York.On this episode, Jimmy and Sal discuss the rumors that have started already about Tom Brady returning to the NFL and the two argue about whether Brady would actually unretire for a second time and come back to play. Jimmy and Sal also talk about the backlash that was heaped up Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim after the duo dismissed hockey

Mar 9, 2023 • 32:09

WWE's Paul Heyman + Traina Thoughts

Episode 430 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the WWE's Paul Heyman.The special counsel for Roman Reigns talks about the smash hit storyline involving Reigns and Sami Zayn, why it's worked so well and who should get credit for the creative. Heyman also discusses why The Rock wasn't able to pull off a rumored match with Reigns at WrestleMania, selling fans on a Cody Rhodes vs. Roman Reigns WrestleMania main event, Vince McMahon's return to the WWE,

Mar 3, 2023 • 1:24:43

Ian Eagle + Traina Thoughts

Episode 429 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with CBS Sports and Turner Sports play-by-play man, Ian Eagle.Eagle talks about succeeding Jim Nantz next year to call the NCAA Tournament Final Four and why working with Bill Raftery is so special.Eagle also shares his thoughts on the Greg Olsen-Tom Brady situation and what it means for fellow play-by-player, Kevin Burkhardt. Eagle, who calls Nets games locally, also discusses the team's implosion this season and why

Feb 23, 2023 • 1:09:52

Reviewing Super Bowl 57 telecast with Bryan Curtis

Episode 428 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" is a bonus episode dedicated to Fox's broadcast of the Chiefs' 38-35 win over the Eagles in Super Bowl LVII. Bryan Curtis, Editor-At-Large of The Ringer, joins Jimmy to discuss all aspects of the telecast.Topics covered include the incredibly strong performance by play-by-play man Kevin Burkhardt and analyst Greg Olsen, who were calling their first Super Bowl, why we didn't get more from Fox about Patrick Mahomes' ankle injury,

Feb 13, 2023 • 59:09

Richard Deitsch + Vegas Oddsmaker Adam Pullen

Episode 427 of the "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features two interviews.First up is Richard Deitsch of The Athletic to discuss the latest sports media news. Topics covered include Tom Brady taking a year off before joining Fox, the recent backlash against Tony Romo, expectations for Fox's Super Bowl coverage, how.Kevin Burkhardt and Greg Olsen will fair calling the Super Bowl, Stephen A. Smith and Jay Williams getting into a nasty back-and-forth on "First Take," Radio Row, th

Feb 9, 2023 • 1:25:20

Chris Berman + Traina Thoughts

Episode 426 of the "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN legend, Chris Berman.Berman talks about anchoring ESPN's Super Bowl postgame coverage each year, why "NFL Primetime" is still so beloved, offers he had to leave ESPN and whether any athletes ever complained about the nickname he gave them.We also discuss the best sports studio shows of all time, the NFL getting so deep into the betting world, why the NFL even thinking about playing the AFC and N

Feb 2, 2023 • 1:22:41

GMFB's Jason McCourty + Traina Thoughts

Episode 425 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with "Good Morning Football" host, Jason McCourty.McCourty discusses his first year on the NFL Network show, how he's adjusted to doing a show that starts at 7 am, what it was like to replace Nate Burleson, whether it's tough for him as a former player to criticized current players and which of his GMFB co-hosts is the crankiest in the morning.The 13-year NFL veteran also

Jan 26, 2023 • 1:20:04

GMFB's Jason McCourty + Traina Thoughts

Episode 425 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with "Good Morning Football" host, Jason McCourty.McCourty discusses his first year on the NFL Network show, how he's adjusted to doing a show that starts at 7 am, what it was like to replace Nate Burleson, whether it's tough for him as a former player to criticized current players and which of his GMFB co-hosts is the crankiest in the morning.The 13-year NFL veteran also talks about Bill Belichi

Jan 26, 2023 • 1:20:20

Chris Long + Traina Thoughts on NFL broadcasters

Episode 424 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with Super Bowl champion and current podcast host, Chris Long.The man behind the "Green Light Podcast," talks NFL playoffs. Why do the Chiefs fly under the radar? Is something off with the Bills Should the Bengals be angry with the NFL?Long also shares some insight into how much trash talking goes on during an NFL game, whether Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel was vaping on the sideli

Jan 19, 2023 • 57:08

Troy Aikman + Traina Thoughts

Episode 423 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with ESPN's Troy Aikman.The "Monday Night Football" analyst gives his perspective on what it was like to be in the stadium and on the air during Damar Hamlin's terrifying medical incident and shares his thoughts on how Joe Buck and his ESPN colleagues handled coverage of Hamlin.Aikman also talks about what his first year calling "Monday Night Football" was like aft

Jan 12, 2023 • 1:11:58

Jim Miller on ESPN's coverage of Damar Hamlin injury

Episode 422 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with reporter and author, Jim Miller.Miller, who once wrote a book about ESPN, discusses how the network handled its coverage of the tragic Damar Hamlin injury during the Bills-Bengals "Monday Night Football" game, why ESPN deserves nothing but praise, why certain personalities were so impressive in hitting the right tone and how difficult it was for the network and its anchors to

Jan 6, 2023 • 1:05:32

Annual Year-End Roundtable with Peter Schrager and Andrew Perloff

Episode 421 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is the third-annual roundtable year-in-review edition with Peter Schrager from "Good Morning Football" and Andrew Perloff from CBS Radio's "Maggie and Perloff" show.Among the many topics covered during the show: Who were the media figures who stood out in 2022 and had outstanding years? What were the best sports and non-sports shows of 2022? Has scripted overtaken documentary in sports televi

Dec 28, 2022 • 1:08:02

Sports Media Year in Review with Bryan Curtis

Episode 420 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina looks back at the year in sports media with The Ringer's Bryan Curtis.Traina and Curtis highlight the biggest stories of 2022, the most memorable moments and the sports media people who had big years. Joe Buck, Troy Aikman, Charles Barkley, Al Michaels, Pat McAfee, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, Brian Windhorst and Ian Eagle are just some of the folks who are recognized. In addition, Traina and Curtis call o

Dec 22, 2022 • 1:16:47

Greg Olsen & Remembering Grant Wahl

Episode 419 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features three segments.The show begins with a conversation with Sports Illustrated's Jon Wertheim about long-time colleague, Grant Wahl, who tragically passed away at 49 while covering the World Cup. Wertheim talks about Wahl's love of soccer, his rise at SI and the kind of person Grant was.Following Wertheim, Greg Olsen from Fox Sports joins the podcast to talk about his first year as the network's

Dec 15, 2022 • 1:36:56

Richard Deitsch on Latest Sports Media News

Episode 418 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation about all the latest sports media news with The Athletic's Richard Deitsch. Among the topics covered by Traina and Deitsch: Fox Sports getting panned for its World Cup coverage; Jon Heyman botching the Aaron Judge signing and reporters' obsession with being first; Adam Schefter doing PR work for Deshaun Watson; the trend of current athletes hosting podcasts; whether "Thursday

Dec 8, 2022 • 1:33:47

Mike Tirico + Traina Thoughts

Episode 417 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with the voice of "Sunday Night Football" on NBC, Mike Tirico.Tirico, who took over the role from Al Michels this year, talks about how closely he pays attention to NBC's flex scheduling options, what goes into flexing a game and the logistics of flexing. Tirico also shares how he watches games every Sunday, the difference between doing "Sunday Night Football" and &#34

Dec 1, 2022 • 1:27:35

Kevin Burkhardt + Thanksgiving Traina Thoughts

Episode 416 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with Kevin Burkhardt from Fox Sports.Burkhardt talks about getting Fox's lead NFL play-by-play job after Joe Buck left for ESPN. Burkhardt revealed how he found out Buck was leaving and talks about the difference between being on the A crew and B crew. Burkhardt also discusses his partnership with Greg Olsen, his future partnership with Tom Brady and what Olsen told Brady when they fi

Nov 22, 2022 • 1:07:30

Joe Buck on His First Year Calling Monday Night Football

Episode 415 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with ESPN's Joe Buck.Buck talks about how his first year calling "Monday Night Football" is going, the differences between working for Fox Sports and ESPN and the differences between calling games on Sunday afternoon and Monday night.Other topics covered with Buck: Did he miss calling the World Series this year, was he aware many fans missed on postseason baseball coverage, will

Nov 17, 2022 • 1:30:21

Kevin Clark on Jeff Saturday, Pregame Shows & More

Episode 414 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with The Ringer's Kevin Clark.Clark weighs in on the Colts hiring Jeff Saturday as interim head coach and whether the angry reaction from across the board was over the top. Clark also shares his thoughts on Amazon Prime's "Thursday Night Football" telecast, the problem with NFL pregame shows, what's going on with Aaron Rodgers right now, whether the NFL should push bac

Nov 10, 2022 • 1:09:19

Jim Nantz On a Major Career Move, NFL, & More

Episode 413 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with CBS' Jim Nantz.It was recently announced that Nantz will step down as the lead voice of the NCAA Tournament after this year and Ian Eagle will take over that spot. Nantz reveals what went into his decision, what the Tournament means to him, how he feels about Eagle getting the No. 1 gig and if this means Nantz's time doing the NFL and golf could be winding down.Nantz also discu

Nov 3, 2022 • 1:23:16

John Ourand on Ratings, Broadcaster Shakeup & More

Episode 412 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with "Sports Business Journal" reporter, John Ourand.Ourand and Traina discuss the latest sports media news including Amazon's declining ratings for "Thursday Night Football" and what's behind the lower numbers in recent weeks. Other topics covered include Jim Nantz stepping down as CBS and Turner's lead play-by-play voice for the NCAA Tournament and Ian Eagle ta

Oct 27, 2022 • 1:04:36

Radio Hall of Famer Chris "Mad Dog" Russo

Episode 411 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with longtime radio host, Chris Russo.The man known as "Mad Dog" talks about his upcoming introduction into the Radio Hall of Fame and what it means to him, the career renaissance he has enjoyed over the past year thanks to his weekly appearances on "First Take," some of the ups and downs he's experienced while doing the debate show anchored by Stephen A. Smith and wha

Oct 20, 2022 • 44:59

Dan Le Batard on His ESPN Tenure, New Venture

Episode 410 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with radio legend Dan Le Batard.Le Batard talks about his time at ESPN, why he had to leave the company, the ups and downs he had there over the years and the generous move ESPN made when he left. Le Batard also discusses going out on his own, why he partnered with DraftKings, having such a loyal, rabid fan base, why he hates sports debates, Stephen A. Smith's status at ESPN and much

Oct 13, 2022 • 1:25:35

Journalist Ariel Helwani

Episode 409 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with journalist, Ariel Helwani.The longtime MMA reporter, who also covers professional wrestling and boxing, explained how he's carved out a successful sports media career after leaving ESPN, the challenges he faced covering MMA while working at Fox and ESPN, why he ended up leaving ESPN, his tumultuous relationship with Dana White, the art of interviewing WWE superstars, what he trie

Oct 6, 2022 • 1:16:58

Bryan Curtis On A Wild Week In Sports Media

Episode 408 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation about the latest sports media news with The Ringer's Bryan Curtis.Topics discussed include coverage of Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka's suspension, the uproar caused by ESPN going to a split-screen of Aaron Judge at-bats during the Clemson-Wake Forest game, reaction to the Brett Favre scandal, NFL fans being upset with a certain game assignment, what Joe Buck and Troy Aikman mean

Sep 29, 2022 • 1:13:11

Rich Eisen on the NFL season + Traina Thoughts

Episode 407 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with the NFL Network's RIch Eisen.Eisen, whose daily show recently headed to Roku, talks about recently re-signing for four years with the NFL Network, what his NFL Sunday schedule is like, what he would change about the NFL and what he currently loves in the NFL. Eisen also shares his opinion on the "Monday Night Football" overlap doubleheader, Amazon Prime's presentation o

Sep 22, 2022 • 1:14:51

Andrew Marchand on new NFL booths, latest sports media news

Episode 406 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation about the latest sports media news with "New York Post" columnist and reporter, Andrew Marchand. Topics discussed include Amazon Prime's challenges as it begins its first season exclusively airing "Thursday Night Football," the backstory on Pat McAfee joining ESPN's "College GameDay," Joe Buck and Troy Aikman's "Monday Night Football" debut, pro

Sep 15, 2022 • 1:21:09

Al Michaels on what to expect from Amazon, Kirk Herbstreit and more

Episode 405 of the “SI Media Podcast”features a conversation with play-by-play legend, Al Michaels. The new voice of “Thursday Night  Football” on Amazon prime talks about working with Kirk Herbstreit, what the challenges are for Amazon Prime getting into the NFL business, why it wouldn’t make sense for Amazon to reinvent the wheel and the Thursday night schedule. Michaels also shares his thoughts on how Tom Brady will do as a broadcaster, talks about what Aaron Rodgers is like, reveals the crit

Sep 8, 2022 • 1:24:25

Matthew Berry on leaving ESPN for NBC

Episode 404 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with longtime fantasy football guru, Matthew Berry.Berry talks about what led to him recently leaving ESPN after 15 years and why he ultimately decided to join NBC Sports. Berry also discusses fantasy football's enormous popularity, how legalized sports betting has impacted fantasy football, how he'll cover gambling for NBC, how he handles social media, his love for Howard Stern and

Sep 1, 2022 • 1:13:10

Roman Reigns and Andy Staples

Episode 403 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two interviews.First up is WWE Universal Champion, Roman Reigns. Reigns opens up about Vince McMahon's controversial retirement from the company, what McMahon's departure means for him personally, his new part-time schedule and a possible WrestleMania match against the Rock. Reigns also explains the differences in getting a pop from a promo and a move, discusses the challenges of fatherhood and

Aug 25, 2022 • 1:10:43

Tim Burke aka @Bubbaprog on Manti Te'o Doc

Episode 402 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Tim Burke, also known on Twitter as @Bubbaprog, one of the former Deadspin reporters who broke the 2013 Manti Te'o girlfriend hoax story that is the subject of a new Netflix two-part series.Burke gives details on how Deadspin got the tip about Te'o and how long they worked on the story before publishing it. He also talks about being surprised by the reaction to the story, what

Aug 18, 2022 • 1:21:30

Linda Cohn and Brian Gewirtz

Episode 401 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two interviews.First up is ESPN's Linda Cohn, who just signed a new deal with the network. Cohn shares stories about anchoring "SportsCenter" for the past 30 years, talks about how some anchors were unhappy about the network introducing the "Bottom Line" during "SportsCenter and how she almost lost the gig after two years because her bosses weren't happy with her performance.

Aug 11, 2022 • 1:47:36

Celebrating Our 400th Episode + Alan Sepinwall on Summer TV

This week's "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is a celebration of the show's 400th episode.Jimmy is joined by his weekly guest, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York, to talk about the history of the "SI Media Podcast," reminisce about Jimmy taking over as host after Richard Deitsch left "Sports Illustrated," and discuss how the podcast has evolved over the years. Jimmy also takes time to thank several people, including his audi

Aug 4, 2022 • 1:03:58

John Ourand and Dave Meltzer

Episode 399 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two interviews.First up is John Ourand from "Sports Business Journal." Ourand talks about whether Charles Barkley will join the LIV Golf Tour and the chances of Barkley possibly leaving Turner Sports and "Inside the NBA." In addition, Ourand discusses the latest news on which streaming service will land NFL Sunday Ticket, what will happen to bars and restaurants when Sunday Ticket goes t

Jul 28, 2022 • 1:32:19

Peter Schrager on Sean McVay, Zach Wilson, & Changes at GMFB

Episode 398 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with NFL insider, Peter Schrager of NFL Network and Fox Sports.Schrager talks about the changes at "Good Morning Football" with Jamie Erdhal set to take over for Kay Adams as host, how the pandemic affected the show and why August is such a big month for GMFB.Schrager, who is close with Sean McVey, discusses how close the Rams coach was to leaving the sidelines for a job with Amaz

Jul 20, 2022 • 57:54

James Andrew Miller on Adam Schefter, Matthew Berry & More

Episode 397 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with author, reporter and podcast host, James Andrew Miller.Miller talks about the recent "Washington Post" feature story on Adam Schefter in which colleagues anonymously bashed the NFL reporter. Miller also shares insight on Matthew Berry's surprising departure from ESPN, what will happen with the Big Ten college football television rights and LIV golf's broadcast future an

Jul 14, 2022 • 1:00:58

Brian Windhorst on Going Viral, LeBron, KD & More

Episode 396 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with ESPN NBA reporter Brian Windhorst.Windhorst talks about his experience of going viral after a clip of him speculating about a possible Utah Jazz trade on "First Take" went viral. Did he know Rudy Gobert was going to be traded when he talked about Utah's "strange" trade of Royce O'Neale? Did producers say anything to him during his lengthy segment? What was his r

Jul 7, 2022 • 1:03:39

Erin Andrews on Fox's Big NFL Shakeups, Tom Brady & More

Episode 395 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with Fox Sports' Erin Andrews.The sideline reporter for Fox's No. 1 NFL crew talks about the wild changes that took place this offseason with her longtime partners, Joe Buck and Troy Aikman leaving Fox for ESPN, Kevin Burkhardt and Greg Olsen getting elevated to the No. 1 spot and the announcement that Tom Brady will join Fox once he retires from play.Did ESPN ever approach Andrew

Jun 30, 2022 • 1:22:41

Scott Van Pelt on Draymond Green, LIV Golf & More

Episode 394 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with ESPN's Scott Van Pelt.The "SportsCenter" host talks about the adrenaline rush of doing live postgame shows after the NBA Finals, his back-and-forth with Draymond Green about "new media" vs. media and Steph Curry's likability. Van Pelt also shares his thoughts on LIV golf and explains the various issues that LIV faces as they try to get off the ground.Other top

Jun 23, 2022 • 1:18:25

Paul Bissonnette on Fan Feuds & NHL on TNT

Episode 393 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Paul "BizNasty" Bissonnette of TNT's NHL studio show and the "Spittin Chiclets" podcast.The former NHL player talks about how he ended up getting the gig with TNT, what the television experience has been like for him and the challenges he faces doing a network television show while also doing a podcast for Barstool Sports at the same time.Other topics discussed incl

Jun 16, 2022 • 1:05:21

Bryan Curtis on Drew Brees, ABC's NBA coverage, & More

Episode 392 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Bryan Curtis of The Ringer.The show starts with a conversation about Drew Brees officially not returning to NBC to call Notre Dame football and work on "Sunday Night Football's" studio show, what went wrong for Brees and whether he got a raw deal from NBC.Other topics covered with Curtis include ABC/ESPN's NBA Finals halftime show, the overuse of the "Breaking News" banner by television statio

Jun 9, 2022 • 1:08:55

Richard Deitsch on Sports Media News + Traina Thoughts

Episode 391 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with The Athletic's media reporter, Richard Deitsch.Among the topics covered: Why it's become a thing to knock Bill Simmons; Is the Greg Olsen-Tom Brady-Fox Sports situation "weird?"; what the Brady-Fox Sports deal is all about; ManningCast copycats; NESN to offer its own streaming service for $29.99 a month and Al Michaels being named Emeritus at NBC Sports.We also talked

Jun 2, 2022 • 1:14:37

Joe Davis of Fox Sports

Episode 390 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Joe Davis from Fox Sports.Davis talks about taking over this season for Joe Buck as Fox's lead Major League Baseball play-by-play voice at just 34 years old. Davis, also talks about becoming the Dodgers lead play-by-play man after Vin Scully retired and how that will help him replace Buck. The versatile broadcaster also discusses being in the mix for Fox's No. 2 NFL job with Ke

May 26, 2022 • 40:12

An All-Traina Thoughts Edition w/ Sal Licata

Episode 389 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is an all-Traina Thoughts edition.Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy, as he does every week, to discuss a slew of sports and pop culture topics.The duo breakdown the 2022 NFL games that will be played on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, talk about a wild Phil Mickelson gambling story and reveal the worst bets they've made.In addition, Traina and Licata react to Pat Be

May 19, 2022 • 35:02

Andrew Marchand on Tom Brady joining Fox Sports

Episode 388 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Andrew Marchand of the "New York Post."Marchand and Traina analyze the massive sports media news that Tom Brady has signed a deal with Fox Sports to become its No. 1 NFL analyst when he retires and Marchand reiterates that he stands by his report that Brady's deal is for 10 years and $375 million.  Did Troy Aikman trigger Fox to start negotiating with Brady? Why did Fox spe

May 12, 2022 • 1:10:54

Katie Nolan on AppleTV+ Gig, ESPN & More

Episode 387 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with Katie Nolan, who is part of AppleTV+' s MLB coverage.Nolan discusses how she got the job with Apple, what Apple is trying to accomplish with their broadcasts, understanding that traditional MLB fans may not get the telecast, how she prepares for each game and the time she stayed silent for several innings after reading backlash on social media.Nolan also opens up about her time a

May 5, 2022 • 1:17:17

Ryen Russillo on NBA playoffs, Podcasting & More

Episode 386 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with The Ringer's Ryen Russillo.Topics discussed ranged from everything to the state of Major League Baseball to the NBA playoffs to podcasting to Elon Musk buying Twitter. Russillo talked about Draymond Green going after Bill Simmons for having a vote for major NBA awards, Kevin Durant vs. Charles Barkley, which sport has the worst refs, the power of "Inside the NBA," the bes

Apr 28, 2022 • 1:33:04

Kenny Smith on 'Inside the NBA' & Acting Career

Episode 385 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with Kenny Smith from Turner Sports' "Inside the NBA."Smith talks about his experience as a cast member since 1998, what it's like to work with Charles Barkley, Shaquille O'Neal and Ernie Johnson and what goes into each show. Smith also weighs on on whether he thinks Barkley will follow through with his promise to retire in two years. Other topics discussed with Smith

Apr 21, 2022 • 58:57

Ian Eagle on Bizarre Nets Season & Traina Thoughts w/ Chris Long

Episode 384 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with Ian Eagle from Turner Sports and CBS. The podcast closes out with the weekly Traina Thoughts segment. This week, Chris Long, host of the "Green Light Podcast" fills in for Sal Licata.Eagle previews the NBA playoffs, talks about the Brooklyn Nets bizarre season and explains what went wrong with the Lakers. He also weighs in on the "Inside the NBA" crew mocking the Timb

Apr 14, 2022 • 1:10:06

Adnan Virk on Tiger at the Masters & "The Slap"

Episode 383 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with Adnan Virk of the MLB Network and the NHL Network.Topics covered include the upcoming Major League Baseball season, Tiger Woods playing in the Masters, whether he wants to call games or just work in the studio.Virk, who hosts the "Cinephile" podcast, had very strong opinions on the Will Smith-Chris Rock Oscar's controversy, what the Academy Awards got wrong and HBO's

Apr 7, 2022 • 1:10:36

CBS's Greg Gumbel and WWE's Seth Rollins

Episode 382 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features interviews with CBS's Greg Gumbel and WWE Superstar, Seth Rollins.Greg Gumbel, who is in this 50th year as a sports broadcaster talks about the challenges of doing studio for the NCAA Tournament, how coverage of the Tournament has changed over the years and what it's like to work with Charles Barkley. Other topics discussed with Gumbel include his love of the Rolling Stones, his time doing sport

Mar 30, 2022 • 1:45:23

Troy Aikman on leaving Fox for ESPN

Episode 381 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Troy Aikman, who just left Fox for ESPN.Aikman reveals that he still doesn't know why Fox let him leave after 21 years with the company. He shares his thoughts on the move and joining "Monday Night Football." He also talks about why he wanted Joe Buck to join him at ESPN, the big bump in broadcaster salaries, whether he feels pressure joining MNF, the differences in Fox&#39

Mar 21, 2022 • 55:39

John Ourand on NFL Broadcasting Changes, Latest News

Episode 380 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with John Ourand from "Sports Business Journal" about the latest sports media news.Why did FOX let Joe Buck and Troy Aikman go to ESPN and "Monday Night Football?" Will the ManningCast be impacted at all by Buck and Aikman now calling MNF? What role did Amazon play in ESPN going after Buck and Aikman? What did ESPN have to give FOX for letting Buck out of his contract early?

Mar 17, 2022 • 37:44

Chris Russo and Mike Florio

Episode 376 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two interviews.First up is Chris "Mad Dog" Russo of SiriusXM, MLB Network's "High Heat" and now ESPN's "First Take."Russo explains how his weekly appearance on "First Take" came out, the role Stephen A. Smith played in it and the overwhelming reaction from fans. Russo also discusses still being in demand at 62 years old, the bond fans still have with the old "

Mar 10, 2022 • 1:36:52

Jim Miller on NFL Broadcasting Madness

Episode 378 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with author, reporter and podcast host, Jim Miller.Miller shares his insights on the wild NFL broadcasting carousel. With Troy Aikman expected to land at ESPN and "Monday Night Football," Miller talks about ESPN and FOX negotiating a trade for Joe Buck. Who will take over as FOX's lead NFL team if Buck joins Aikman at ESPN? Where will Al Michaels end up? Is Kirk Herbstreit in pl

Mar 3, 2022 • 56:05

First Take's Molly Qerim

Episode 377 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with ESPN's Molly Qerim.The host of "First Take" talks about the show changing its format to have rotating hosts debate Stephen A. Smith, how her role on the show has expanded, her daily routine to prep for the show and the process for putting together a debate show. Qerim also discusses the departure of Max Kellerman from "First Take," whether any of the debates are pre

Feb 24, 2022 • 1:05:15

Andrew Marchand on Super Bowl, Broadcasting News, & More

Episode 376 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with "New York Post" sports media columnist, Andrew Marchand, about NBC's broadcast of Super Bowl LVI and all the latest sports media news.What were NBC's highlights and lowlights? How did Al Michaels and Cris Collinsworth fare? Why did the game generate such a massive viewership number?During the podcast, Marchand and Traina discuss the futures of Michaels and Troy Aikman a

Feb 17, 2022 • 1:10:22

Boomer Esiason + Traina Thoughts

Episode 375 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Boomer Esiason of CBS's "NFL Today" and WFAN radio in New York.With the Bengals in the Super Bowl against the Rams, the nine-year Cincinnati quarterback talks about how the franchise went from NFL laughingstock to the AFC representative in the big game, why Joe Burrow is special and the best moments in Bengals history.Esiason also talks about that AFC title game halftime sh

Feb 10, 2022 • 1:08:32

Bryan Curtis on Brady, Romo, Aikman & More

Episode 374 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Bryan Curtis of The Ringer. Curtis, who covers media and hosts "The Pressbox Podcast" weighed in on a slew of sports media topics currently making news. Among the stories discussed during the conversation: Tom Brady's retirement announcement and the role Jim Gray, Adam Schefter and Jeff Darlington played in the saga; Why Tony Romo had a rough AFC title game; What Troy Aikma

Feb 3, 2022 • 50:39

Introducing: SI Weekly

Here's a sneak peek at SI's newest podcast, Sports Illustrated Weekly! Featuring storytelling, interviews, and unforgettable sports moments – SI Weekly is everything you love about the iconic sports magazine, now in podcast form. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jan 28, 2022 • 2:12

Roman Reigns, Joe Buck, Jim Nantz

Episode 374 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features three interviews.First up is WWE superstar, Roman Reigns. The Universal Champion talks about his recent bout with Covid, his favorite Royal Rumble memories, working with his friend, Seth Rollins, his suit and sneaker collections, his relationship with Jon Moxley and whether he'd fight back if Vince McMahon wanted him to drop his title.Following Reigns, Joe Buck from FOX Sports joins the podcast. Buc

Jan 26, 2022 • 1:55:23

Jim Nantz + Traina Thoughts

Episode 374 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Jim Nantz, the lead NFL play-by-play man for CBS.Nantz talks about the wild ending to the Niners-Cowboys wild-card playoff game that he called and how he handles a confusing finish like that. He also reveals his favorite stadiums to work in and the NFL quarterback who he thinks would be a slam dunk success if he does into broadcasting. Other topics covered by Nantz include why he likes

Jan 20, 2022 • 1:14:14

Richard Deitsch & Traina Thoughts

Episode 373 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Richard Deitsch, who hosts the "Sports Media Podcast" and writes for The Athletic.Deitsch talks about the business of podcasting, what makes a good podcast and what should be important to podcast hosts. We also discussed a variety of sports media stories including the ratings for the Georgia-Alabama college football national title game, what scheduling changes college football

Jan 13, 2022 • 1:10:31

Al Michaels & Tom Rinaldi on John Madden

Episode 372 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is a roundtable with Al Michaels and Tom Rinaldi to discuss the career of John Madden.Michaels, who was Madden's partner for seven seasons, and Rinaldi, who was a director on the recent FOX Sports documentary on Madden's life, talk about Madden's unusual popularity, what he was like to work with, his fear of flying and his use of the Madden Cruiser bus, his partnership with Pat Summerall, joining FOX

Jan 6, 2022 • 1:13:04

Roundtable with Peter Schrager & Andrew Perloff

Episode 371 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is a year-end roundtable with "Good Morning Football's" Peter Schrager and CBS Sports Radio's Andrew Perloff.Over the course of the one-hour conversation, we discussed the recent viral video of a reporter asking Bill Belichick for his New Year's resolutions right after the Pats lost to the Bills, the John Madden documentary that aired Christmas Day on FOX and whether this NFL season has be ta

Dec 29, 2021 • 1:11:13

Year In Review w/ Andrew Marchand & John Ourand

Episode 370 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is a 2021 Sports Media Review edition with Andrew Marchand of the "New York Post" and John Ourand of "Sports Business Journal."During the episode, we recap the biggest stories of the past year including a big NFL television move, a major controversy at ESPN and the ManningCast. We also identify sports media figures who had the best year and which sports media figures had a breakout year in 2021.W

Dec 22, 2021 • 1:14:56

Troy Aikman on NFL News, His Future & More

Episode 369 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Troy Aikman of FOX SportsThe network's lead NFL analyst explains why he'd like to see a Patriots vs. Bucs/Bill Belichick vs. Tom Brady Super Bowl this year and what the game would mean for each guy. Aikman also reveals insight into what Aaron Rodgers is going through while playing with a broken toe, what's going on with Dak Prescott and the Cowboys and the unusual amount of

Dec 16, 2021 • 1:04:02

Stanford Steve on Bad Beats, Betting & More

Stanford Steve discusses his role on the Scott Van Pelt-hosted edition of "SportsCenter" and the duo's popular weekly "Bad Beats" segment. Steve explains how they put it together, issues they run into and the biggest challenge in making the segment entertaining.Steve also gives us his personal worst "Bad Beat" of 2021 and the worst overall "Bad Beat" of 2021, weighs in on the gambling explosion and popularity of sports betting and shares his betting advice for

Dec 9, 2021 • 1:01:02

Jim Miller on HBO History

Episode 367 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with author James Andrew Miller, who has a new book out about all things HBO.Miller talks about how "The Sopranos" first episode did not screen well with test audiences, the struggles that James Gandolfini went through and how a big curveball was thrown at the show's "Pine Barrens" episode.Miller also discusses the behind-the-scenes problems with "The Larry Sanders S

Dec 2, 2021 • 1:01:02

All-Traina Thoughts Thanksgiving Edition

Episode 366 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is an all-Traina Thoughts edition.This week, Jimmy and Sal Licata from WFAN and SNY talk about the new Hulu documentary, "Janet," which goes in-depth on the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show with Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake and the infamous wardrobe malfunction. What did the doc do well? What was the most frustrating aspect of the doc? What are the biggest takeaways from the doc? Who was the biggest vil

Nov 24, 2021 • 39:27

Kenny Mayne + Traina Thoughts

Episode 365 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Kenny Mayne.The longtime ESPN personality talks about his May departure from the World Wide Leader after 27 years there. Months later, how does he feel about what went down, does he have regrets revealing that ESPN asked him to take a 61 percent pay cut and how weird was it to do shows after announcing he was leaving. He also discusses how he navigated being political on social media w

Nov 18, 2021 • 1:15:55

WWE's Becky Lynch + The Ringer's Kevin Clark

Episode 364 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two interviews.First up is WWE superstar, Becky Lynch. The wrestler known as "The Man," talks about her upcoming Survivor Series match with Charlotte Flair and the real-life heat between the two. Lynch talks about the duo not being friends anymore and not trusting her despite having a huge match against her. Lynch also talks about returning to her job after having a baby, bringing her baby to th

Nov 11, 2021 • 1:27:52

Al Michaels On His Future, the ManningCast & More

Episode 363 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Al Michaels.The voice of NBC's "Sunday Night Football" addresses reports that he's headed to Amazon to call "Thursday Night Football" next season. Michaels also talks about how he views certain games on the Sunday night schedule, the wildest games he's called, his old feud with Boomer Esiason, the good and bad from the Dennis Miller years on "Monday Nigh

Nov 4, 2021 • 1:03:14

Chris Long + Traina Thoughts

Episode 362 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with NFL Super Bowl champion Chris Long. The former Ram, Patriot and Eagle, who currently hosts the Green Light Podcast and is a host on Amazon Prime’s Thursday Night Football pregame show, talks about a recent trip to Vegas, why it’s bad to gamble on Saturdays, the best NFL matchup of the season, appearing on the ManningCast, Tom Brady giving us a lot of personality post Bill Belichick and much more.Following Long, is the

Oct 28, 2021 • 50:58

Steve Levy and Jeff Garlin

Episode 361 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a pair of interviews.First up is Steve Levy from ESPN. Levy talks about how his second season calling "Monday Night Football" is going, how he feels about the Peyton and Eli Manning alternate "Monday Night Football" telecast, the challenges of a three-person booth, the impact that fans in the stands have on a broadcast and much more. Levy also discusses ESPN getting back in the NHL game and his role on hockey c

Oct 21, 2021 • 1:22:21

John Ourand and Alan Sepinwall

Episode 360 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a pair of interviews.First up is "Sports Business Journal" reporter John Ourand. Ourand talks about the fallout from the Jon Gruden email controversy and ESPN's Adam Schefter's journalistic ethics getting called into question as part of the fallout. We also discussed ESPN's new deal with the NFL to air a Monday night wild-card game and how Peyton and Eli Manning's alternate broad

Oct 14, 2021 • 1:17:52

Kyle Brandt on auditioning with Peyton and Eli, Wall Streeters and more

Episode 359 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with the NFL Network's, Kyle Brandt.The "Good Morning Football" host talks about auditioning with Peyton and Eli Manning for the host role on their alternate "Monday Night Football" telecast, why he thinks it was best that he didn't get the gig and what makes the broadcast special.Brandt also talks about Nate Burleson leaving "Good Morning Football," his &#34

Oct 7, 2021 • 1:04:23

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith

Episode 358 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with ESPN's Stephen A. Smith.The "First Take" host talks about why he felt like this was the time to remove Max Kellerman from the show, all that went into the decision and whether Kellerman agreed with the decision. Smith also talks about whether the show will eventually hire one co-host or if they will keep a rotating cast of characters.Smith also shares his philosophy on what

Sep 30, 2021 • 1:10:05

Bryan Danielson/Daniel Bryan and Andrew Marchand

Episode 357 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two interviews,First up is AEW wrestler, Bryan Danielson, who was formally known in WWE as Daniel Bryan. The fan favorite talks about why he decided to join AEW after spending so many years in WWE, what he's most looking forward to doing in AEW, his relationship with Vince McMahon and McMahon being overly protective of him. Danielson also talks about why one particular night in his WWE career was so

Sep 23, 2021 • 1:30:36

Jimmy Kimmel and Cousin Sal

Episode 356 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Jimmy Kimmel, who is an executive producer on ESPN's latest "30-for-30" documentary, "Once Upon A Time In Queens."Jimmy's Cousin Sal is also a producer on the doc and joins the podcast to discuss the best nostalgic moments from the doc, why they wanted to tell the story of the 1986 New York Mets and which former players stood out for their performances in the sh

Sep 14, 2021 • 1:10:33

Tony Romo + NFL predictions and picks

Episode 355 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Tony Romo.CBS' lead NFL analyst talks about when he decided he wanted to get into broadcasting, when he thought he was good at what he does, how long he wants to call NFL games and whether he listens to broadcasting advice from others. Romo also weighs in on the new 17-game schedule, shares a Bill Parcells story and reveals what he's like after too many drinks.Following Romo is

Sep 9, 2021 • 1:01:15

Ben Strauss on Bishop Sycamore + Traina Thoughts

Episode 354 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with sports reporter Ben Strauss of the "Washington Post." Strauss breaks down all aspects of the wild Bishop Sycamore story that unfolded this week. The high school football team played a game on ESPN, but it quickly became apparent that something was clearly off with the non-competitive team. How did this happen? Why did this happen? What are ramifications? Who is to blame? Straus

Sep 2, 2021 • 59:51

Nate Burleson & James Andrew Miller

Episode 353 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two interviews.First up is Nate Burleson, who is leaving the NFL Network's "Good Morning Football" to co-host "CBS This Morning." Burleson discusses what went into his decision to make the career change, why the move wasn't an automatic "yes" and why the job at CBS News appealed to him. The former NFL wide receiver also talks about the reaction to the NFL playoff game he

Aug 26, 2021 • 1:28:46

Joe Buck on Field of Dreams, NFL, Jeopardy

Episode 352 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with FOX Sports's Joe Buck. The veteran play-by-play broadcaster shared behind-the-scenes details on the "Field of Dreams" game between the Yankees an White Sox, Kevin Costner's involvement in the telecast and what it was like to call the game.FOX's lead NFL voice also talks about beginning his 20th season calling games with Troy Aikman, the big viewership number for the

Aug 19, 2021 • 1:08:26

Roman Reigns and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo

Episode 351 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two interviews. First up is WWE Universal champion, Roman Reigns, who will main event SummerSlam this year in a match against John Cena. Reigns shares his thoughts on working with Cena after he was away from the company for long, gives us the backstory on his famous "missionary" promo on Cena and the fallout, tells us where we stand on a potential Reigns match agains The Rock and reveals what ha

Aug 12, 2021 • 1:31:02

Ian Eagle on Play By Play & Weird Food Habits

Episode 350 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with versatile play-by-play man, Ian Eagle. The CBS and Turner Sports broadcaster talks about the possibility of becoming Turner's lead NBA voice now that the job is open thanks to Marv Albert's retirement. Would Eagle have any scheduling issues if he got the gig since he also calls Brooklyn Nets games locally in New York and the NFL on CBS? Eagle also reveals whether the play-by-pl

Aug 5, 2021 • 1:15:46

The Ringer's Bryan Curtis + Traina Thoughts

Episode 349 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Bryan Curtis of "The Ringer." The writer and co-host of "The Pressbox Pod" talks about a recent article he wrote about longtime Dallas broadcaster, Dale Hansen and the death of the local news sportscaster. Curtis also discusses how ESPN's problem with "NBA Countdown" got exposed during the Rachel Nichols-Maria Taylor controversy, why ESPN did not get its whi

Jul 29, 2021 • 58:18

Lindsay Czarniak and Traina Thoughts

Episode 348 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with broadcaster Lindsay Czarniak, who will be part of NBC's Olympics coverage. Czarniak talks about her daily Olympics show "On Her Turf," what she's most excited to see at the 2021 Summer Games and whether things could be dicey in Tokyo because of Covid. Czarniak also talks about the progress women have made in sports media, her experiences working at a variety of sports m

Jul 22, 2021 • 42:32

Andrew Marchand on a wild week in sports media

Episode 347 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with "New York Post" sports media columnist, Andrew Marchand. Marchand breaks down all aspects of the Maria Taylor-Rachel Nichols controversy, gives the scoop on where everything currently stands with Taylor's future and explains what ESPN did wrong in this situation. We also talked about Stephen A. Smith's offensive comments about Angels star, Shohei Ohtani, why and how the

Jul 15, 2021 • 1:06:28

ESPN’s Sean McDonough

Episode 346 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with veteran play-by-play man, Sean McDonough. The versatile ESPN broadcaster talks about how and why he lobbied to get the job as the network's lead NHL play-by-play announcer. McDonough also reveals why he thought his two-year stint working with Jon Gruden on "Monday Night Football" didn't work and how his style didn't mesh with Gruden's. Other topics covered on th

Jul 8, 2021 • 1:14:48

Chris Long on Carl Nassib, Unvaccinated NFL Players, more

Episode 345 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with "Green Light Podcast" host and former Super Bowl champion, Chris Long, and our weekly "Traina Thoughts segment.Long talks about why it would've been nice to see more star NFL players offer public support for Carl Nassib after the Raiders defensive lineman announced he was gay. Long also explains what the locker room reaction will be like for Nassib and why Nassib's

Jul 1, 2021 • 1:06:19

Jim Ross and John Ourand

Episode 345 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two interviews. First up is AEW play-by-play man and Senior Advisor, Jim Ross. The man known as "Good Ole J.R." reveals that he thinks Vince McMahon would sell WWE and explains why McMahon would sell. Ross also discusses the biggest challenge facing AEW, why he loves working for Tony Khan, whether there's anything we don't know about the night The Undertaker threw Mick Foley off the top

Jun 24, 2021 • 1:20:42

Jon Wertheim on Sports in the Summer of 1984

Episode 344 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Sports Illustrated Executive Editor/Senior Writer, author and "60 Minutes" correspondent, Jon Wertheim.Wertheim has a new book out, "Glory Days: The Summer of 1984 and the 90 Days That Changed Sports and Culture Forever." During the podcast, we discussed several topics covered in the book including the animosity filled relationship between Bobby Knight and Charles Barkl

Jun 17, 2021 • 59:18

Stugotz on Leaving ESPN & the New Le Batard Show

Episode 343 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with Jon "Stugotz" Weiner from "The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz."The popular radio host discusses when he knew the show's days airing on ESPN were over, what the relationship was like between the show and ESPN over the years and nervousness about life after ESPN. Stugotz also talks about the intense loyalty of the Le Batard Show's listeners, and why he thinks t

Jun 10, 2021 • 1:04:34

Doris Burke and Evan Longoria

Episode 346 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two guests.First up is ESPN's Doris Burke. The NBA analyst discusses the disturbing trend of disgusting fan behavior at games, whether the fans are too close to the players and how this was a concern for David Stern. Burke also talked about her bout with Covid and suffering symptoms for nine months. Other topics include whether the Nets are about to prove the NBA regular season is meaningless, whether calling t

Jun 3, 2021 • 1:21:53

Peter Schrager and Daniel Rapaport

Episode 346 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two guests.First up is Peter Schrager from the NFL Network's "Good Morning Football." Schrager discusses the Aaron Rodgers situation with the Packers and predicts Rodgers won't be back in Green Bay. We also talked about Tom Brady as an NFL media personality when he retires and what the best role would be for him. Other topics include Schrager's new podcast, "Flying Coach," wi

May 27, 2021 • 1:09:56

Andrew Marchand and Bill Carter

Episode 345 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two guests.First up is "New York Post" sports media columnist, Andrew Marchand. Topics covered with Marchand include Marv Albert's upcoming retirement and who will replace him as TNT's lead NBA play-by-play broadcaster, what happened with TNT and Chris Webber, highlights of the 2021 NFL schedule, whether Tom Brady vs. the Patriots on "Sunday Night Football" in Week 4 will set a r

May 20, 2021 • 1:09:54

Rich Eisen and Alan Sepinwall

Episode 346 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two guests.First up is Rich Eisen of the NFL Network and Peacock. Eisen talks about navigating his post ESPN-career, tells stories about his old "SportsCenter" days and legendary anchors and shares his thoughts on Kenny Mayne leaving ESPN. In addition, Eisen breaks down is responsibilities hosting the NFL Draft and what it's like hosting the NFL Networks' three hour schedule release show

May 13, 2021 • 1:15:42

Ryen Russillo and Brian Baumgartner

Episode 345 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two interviews. First up is Ryen Russillo of The Ringer. The podcast host talks about the fallout and regrets from his controversial podcast with Bill Simmons last year following protests that happened across America and why it was "a mistake." Russillo also discusses his decision to stick to sports, the differences and similarities between working for ESPN and The Ringer, why the Pandemic didn&

May 6, 2021 • 1:39:37

John Ourand and Aqib Talib

Episode 344 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two interviews. First up is reporter John Ourand from "Sports Business Journal." Ourand breaks down the NHL's blockbuster TV deals with ESPN and Turner Sports, weighs in on whether this is a good or bad time to be a sports fan when it comes to consumption of games, linear TV's reliance on live sports and the problem with streaming services. Other topics discussed with Ourand include Dan

Apr 29, 2021 • 51:55

Adnan Virk on WWE job, ESPN firing, movie and more

Episode 343 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with versatile broadcaster and the new voice of WWE's "Monday Night Raw," Adnan Virk. Virk, who also works for MLB Network, NHL Network, DAZN and hosts two podcasts, discusses how he manages his busy schedule, how he got the "Monday Night Raw" job, his wrestling fandom, meeting Vince McMahon, dealing with WWE fans and more. Virk also talks about how he bounced back aft

Apr 22, 2021 • 1:00:35

Gambling guru, Todd Fuhrman

Episode 342 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with gambling insider, Todd Fuhrman. The former Caesar's oddsmaker talked about the viral videos involving a fan telling Mets first baseman Pete Alonso the over/under before he homered and another fan talking gambling with Reds first baseman Joey Votto. Fuhrman also gave an overview on where we stand with legalized gambling, which states are doing it right, which are doing it wrong. He

Apr 15, 2021 • 43:34

Andrew Marchand on Paul Pierce, Jim Nantz, Jim Rome, more

Episode 341 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with "New York Post" sports media columnist, Andrew Marchand. Some of the topics discussed include whether Ian Eagle or Jim Nantz should call the Final Four for CBS/Turner, how Jim Nantz's contract negotiations went with CBS and how both sides feel about his new deal, ESPN's decision to fire NBA analyst Paul Pierce after he posted an Instagram Live video of himself partying with strippers, Kirk Her

Apr 6, 2021 • 52:26

WWE Superstar Edge on injury & WrestleMania

Episode 341 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with WWE superstar, Edge. The man, also known as, Adam Copeland talks about his upcoming WrestleMania main event match with Roman Reigns and Daniel Bryan. Did he ever think he'd headline a WrestleMania when he retired from the company in 2011 after a very serious neck injury? Did he think he'd ever main event WrestleMania when he returned to the WWE at the 2020 Royal Rumble? Can he

Mar 30, 2021 • 29:18

Scott Van Pelt on "Bad Beats," "Ted Lasso" and more

Episode 340 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with ESPN's Scott Van Pelt. The "SportsCenter" host talks about his popular "Bad Beats" segment and gives us the inside details on how the feature is put together by producers. He also talks about ad libbing the segment, the importance of Stanford Steve to the bit and the bizarre bond that gamblers have with one another. Van Pelt also discusses Roger Goodell's rece

Mar 24, 2021 • 52:31

Sports Business Journal's Austin Karp on NFL, NHL, NCAA Tournament

Episode 339 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Austin Karp, the Managing Editor at "Sports Business Journal." During the conversation, we discuss the NFL's expected television deals and what changes we will potentially see, such as flex scheduling for ESPN's "Monday Night Football" and who will carry "Thursday Night Football." We also talked about college basketball taking a big ratings hit this seas

Mar 18, 2021 • 32:11

ESPN's Ryan Ruocco and CNN's Brian Stelter

Episode 338 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two guests.First up is ESPN play-by-play man, Ryan Ruocco, who was calling the Nuggets-Mavericks game on March 11, 2020 when the NBA announced that the season would be suspended because of Covid-19. Ruocco talks about what that experience was like, how his mindset about Covid changed from that night until now, whether he'd be comfortable calling games in full arenas, whether he ever got used to call

Mar 10, 2021 • 1:22:57

Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio on latest NFL news

The guest on Episode 337 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk. Florio explains why gambling is a major factor in the NFL going to a 17-game regular season and why he expects the league to eventually go to an 18-game regular season. Does the 17th regular season game mean we're going to finally get a Super Bowl during President's Day Weekend? Florio shares his thoughts on that topic and also talks about other scheduling changes we cou

Mar 2, 2021 • 46:45

Bryan Curtis and Alan Sepinwall

Episode 336 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features two interviews. First up is Bryan Curtis, Editor-At-Large for The Ringer.Curtis talks about a recent article he wrote that connect Brent Musburger's firing from CBS in 1990, which elevated Jim Nantz as the network's lead voice, to Nantz's current contract situation with CBS. Curtis also discusses the NFL asking networks for a 100 percent rights fee increase on their TV deals, why announcers don't matter as much

Feb 24, 2021 • 1:01:45

Darren Rovell on the Trading Card Explosion

The guest on Episode 335 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is Darren Rovell, the Senior Executive Producer for the Action Network. The main focus of the episode is the explosion in the trading cards business. From why the boom happened, whether it will last to the process of getting cards graded and selling them for profit, Rovell goes in-depth on explaining many of the aspects of the current trading card craze. He also explains that people are buying and s

Feb 17, 2021 • 46:30

The Ringer's Kevin Clark On NFL Training Camps & 'Slow News Day'

The guest on episode 334 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is NFL columnist Kevin Clark from The Ringer. Clark, who also appears on podcasts and hosts the video show, "Slow News Day," talks about the Super Bowl's lackluster ratings and why the league is having a long-time issue with the 18-49 crowd. Clark also discusses how sports fan's viewing habits have changed during the pandemic and how they may change after the pandemic. In addition, C

Feb 10, 2021 • 54:21

Erin Andrews and Kyle Brandt Super Bowl Roundtable

In honor of Super Bowl Week, Episode 333 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a roundtable discussion with Erin Andrews from Fox Sports and Kyle Brandt from the NFL Network's "Good Morning Football." Andrews explains why this week is like Christmas, while Brandt explains why this week is a drag. The duo also talk about how weird it is to not be in Tampa for the Big Game, andTom Brady looking younger than ever. We also discuss the best halftime shows of all ti

Feb 3, 2021 • 1:02:37

WWE Universal Champion, Roman Reigns

The guest on Episode 332 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is WWE superstar, Roman Reigns. The WWE Universal champion pulled no punches in responding to recent claims made by The Undertaker and Bill Goldberg that today's WWE wrestlers are "soft." Reigns also explains why he thinks the superstars of today have it tougher than those who performed during the company's "Attitude Era." Reigns also discussed his long-awaited heel turn and

Jan 29, 2021 • 24:22

John Ourand on NFL's TV future, WWE Network, more

The guest on Episode 331 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is John Ourand. The "Sports Business Journal" reporter talks about why NBC decided to shut down NBC Sports Network and what that means for sports that aired on the cable channel. We also discussed why the WWE decided to make a deal with Peacock for the WWE Network and whether the move will start a consolidation of streaming services. Other topics we covered include the upcoming NFL TV deals

Jan 27, 2021 • 38:35

Red Zone Host Andrew Siciliano on the NFL Schedule & Being Anti Pro Wrestling

The guest on Episode 330 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is Andrew Siciliano. The host of DirecTV's popular RedZone channel talks about the biggest changes he's seen with the show over the 16 years its been on the air, what it was like for him to miss Week 6 of the 2020 season because of a false positive Covid test, why he couldn't watch RedZone that day, why he likes the unbalanced schedule between 1 pm ET games and 4:25 pm ET games, what the

Jan 20, 2021 • 42:29

FOX Sports' Troy Aikman on pandemic football & a front office future

The guest on Episode 329 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina is Troy Aikman. FOX's lead NFL analyst, who will call the Bucs-Saints divisional playoff game, explains why Tom Brady and Drew Brees have been able to have so much success at the late stages of their careers, reveals who he thinks deserves the most credit for the NFL being able to play an uninterrupted season during a pandemic, what it's been like calling games in empty stadiums, his philoso

Jan 13, 2021 • 31:21

NY Post's Andrew Marchand & Armen Keteyian on HBO's Tiger Woods Doc

Episode 328 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features two interviews. First up is "New York Post" sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand. Marchand and Jimmy Traina talk about the latest sports media news topics including Tom Rinaldi leaving ESPN for FOX, what's going on with Tony Romo, Jim Nantz's contract status, ESPN getting fooled by a fake Adam Schefter story, a potential problem for FOX's college football pregame show, the future of NFL broadcasts and mu

Jan 6, 2021 • 1:11:35

Year-End Roundtable with Peter Schrager and Andrew Perloff, Part II

Episode 327 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast is the second part of a roundtable discussion with Peter Schrager of "Good Morning Football" and Andrew Perloff from the Dan Patrick Show. In this episode, we talk about why "The Last Dance" was the sports media event of the year, sports shows we loved, sports podcasts that got us through 2020 and underrated sports media people, athletes we'd like to see transition to sports media and much more. Learn more about your ad-cho

Dec 30, 2020 • 51:41

Year-End Roundtable with Peter Schrager and Andrew Perloff, Part I

Episode 326 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" is a roundtable discussion with Peter Schrager of the "Good Morning Football" and Fox Sports and Andrew Perloff from the Dan Patrick Show. The episode recaps the year in sports media and pop culture. This episode focuses on how we adjusted our media consumption during a pandemic as we highlight the best shows we watched, the best podcasts we listened to and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodc

Dec 23, 2020 • 47:28

SiriusXM's Chris "Mad Dog" Russo on the pandemic & Tony Romo

Episode 325 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features a conversation with SiriusXM radio host, Chris Russo. The Mad Dog, who also hosts "High Heat" on the MLB Network talks about the challenges of doing sports talk radio during a pandemic, deciding to talk about Covid and the election on a sports show, why he's not a fan of Tony Romo, his dream NFL broadcast team, the importance of Howard Stern to SiriusXM, his one problem with Sour Shoes imitating him, his son's

Dec 16, 2020 • 46:54

Mike Tirico and Steve Kornacki

Episode 324 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two interviews. First up is Mike Tirico from NBC Sports. Tirico talks about still having a heavy workload through the pandemic, how hard it is to call blowouts, the NFL blocking him from calling "Thursday Night Football" when he left ESPN, succeeding Al Michaels on "Sunday Night Football" and his relationship with Al, whether NFL play-by-play broadcasters are too easy on referees and much more.Kornacki discusses his app

Dec 9, 2020 • 1:27:02

Green Light Podcast host, Chris Long

Episode 323 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features a conversation with former NFL player, Chris Long. The Super Bowl champion talks about hosting Amazon Prime's Thursday night pregame show, becoming a prolific podcaster and whether he'd want to call NFL games. Long also shares the player perspective on how teams are handling this highly unusual season, what's going on with Tom Brady in Tampa and why he's high on the Packers. Other topics discussed include shav

Dec 3, 2020 • 42:13

"NY Post" columnist Andrew Marchand on Jim Nantz, NFL ratings, more

Episode 322 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features an interview with "New York Post" sports media columnist, Andrew Marchand. Topics covered include whether Jim Nantz would ever leave CBS if he doesn't get the raise he wants, NFL ratings bouncing back, why there are problems between ESPN and "The Dan Le Batard Show, the problem with NFL analysts and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https

Nov 25, 2020 • 37:07

The Undertaker

Episode 321 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features an interview with Mark Calaway, aka The Undertaker. The legendary WWE superstar talks about finally pulling back the curtain on his personality, what it was like to throw Mick Foley off the top of the Hell in the Cell, why he doesn't think Brock Lesnar should've ended his WrestleMania streak, his biggest fight with Vince McMahon, the time he almost broke character in the ring and much more. Learn more about your ad-c

Nov 18, 2020 • 31:30

CBS Sports' Jim Nantz

Episode 320 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features a conversation with Jim Nantz. The CBS broadcaster talks about scheduling issues with the Masters and the NFL this year, the rise of Bryson DeChambeau, calling games during Covid, the Patriots' down season, whether the NFL should stop having the Lions play on Thanksgiving, how he once slipped in a shout out to his father-in-law and wife during a Thanksgiving game, Alex Trebek, Election coverage and much more. Learn more

Nov 11, 2020 • 35:14

WWE's Paul Heyman

Episode 319 of Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features a conversation with WWE's Paul Heyman. The man who is now Roman Reigns' special counsel explains why he thinks he's the greatest manager of all time, why this is the right time for him to join forces with Reigns, whether wrestlers should go away and take breaks from being on TV; whether he was nervous the first time he did commentary, his chemistry with Jim Ross, his famous "pipe bomb" promo on Vince McMahon and more.

Nov 2, 2020 • 1:03:33

ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit

Episode 318 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast' features an interview with Kirk Herbstreit. The college football analyst discusses what doing "College GameDay" without fans has been like this season, his relationship with Lee Corso, the infamous Eminem interview he did with Brent Musburger, whether he'd leave college football to call NFL games, reaction to him getting emotional on air discussing social injustice, his favorite "College GameDay" guest picker, what

Oct 28, 2020 • 51:20

NFL Network and FOX Sports' Peter Schrager

Episode 317 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features a conversation with Peter Schrager. The "Good Morning Football" host talks about how his job has changed during the pandemic, how the NFL has navigated positive Covid tests, Boston turning on Bill Belichick, why the Red Zone channel isn't for him the upcoming "Borat" sequel, definitive '90s songs, what we've missed during the pandemic must-watch TV shows and more. Learn more about your ad-choices

Oct 21, 2020 • 51:04

'Inside The NBA's Ernie Johnson

Episode 316 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features an interview with Turner's Erne Johnson. The host of "Inside the NBA" talks about the show's popularity, working with Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and Shaquille O'Neal, the one time he got legitimately mad at Barkley, how he navitages the unruly cast, the lessons he learned when doing MLB play-by-play, whether he regrets talking politics in 2016 and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://w

Oct 14, 2020 • 35:42

Jim Miller on ESPN, NFL, TV ratings

Episode 315 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features a conversation with author, reporter and podcast host, Jim Miller. The man who wrote the book on ESPN talks about whether the NFL's slight ratings dip could affect negotiations for new TV deals with networks, how ESPN is handling its talent talking politics these days, Keith Olbermann leaving ESPN again, the return of "Saturday Night Live," a new season of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and more. Learn more about

Oct 7, 2020 • 35:19

NBC's Al Michaels

Episode 314 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features a conversation with Al Michaels. The legendary play-by-play man explains why he's taking some Sundays off this NFL season, when this plan came together and how he feels about it. Michaels also talks about what it's like to call games without fans in the stands, his iconic "Do You Believe In Miracles" call, his feelings on possibly being traded to ESPN, his habit of slyly mentioning points spreads and over/unde

Sep 30, 2020 • 50:44

Radio host Dan Patrick

Episode 313 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features an interview with popular radio host, Dan Patrick. The man known as DP opened up about his battle with Polymyalgia, the ups and down of his longtime career, the art of interview, who the best people are to interview, the one interview he'd like to get, his new podcast, "That Scene with Dan Patrick," leaving ESPN, his relationship with Keith Olbermann and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.

Sep 22, 2020 • 49:47

Kevin Harlan on the NBA bubble, NFL

Episode 313 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features a conversation with Kevin Harlan from CBS and Turner Sports. The veteran play-by-play man talks about why he can't call the Western Conference Finals for TNT, the NBA bubble worked, reveals which sport is harder to call without fans in the stands, getting a new broadcast partner, how he takes care of his voice, if he's ever affected by calling a lower NFL game, the art of making a big call and much more. Learn more a

Sep 16, 2020 • 52:23

Andrew Marchand on NFL, CFB media storylines

Episode 312 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with Andrew Marchand. The "New York Post" sports media columnist joins Jimmy Traina to talk about media storylines for the upcoming NFL and college football seasons. How will ESPN's new "Monday Night Football" booth fare? Why does Tony Romo have more pressure on him? How will College GameDay work? What was the thinking behind a key FOX decision? Other topics discussed include ESPN parting ways with Trey Wingo, TNT lean

Sep 9, 2020 • 51:19

Brian Baumgartner and Renee Young

Episode 311 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two interviews. The show starts with Brian Baumgartner who played Kevin Malone on "The Office." Baumgartner, who hosts "The Oral History of The Office" podcast for Spotify, talks about the show finding a big audience on Netflix, what went down when Steve Carrel left the show, pitching a storyline to the writers, becoming one of the most used GIFs on Twitter, the shows famous bloopers and much more.Following Brian B

Sep 1, 2020 • 1:32:34

'Sports Business Journal's" Ben Fischer and Richard Jefferson

Episode 310 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features two interviews. First up is Ben Fischer, who covers the NFL for "Sports Business Journal." Fischer talks about what the league is going through in terms of having fans in stadiums this season, what ABC/Disney will do when it possibly lands two television packages in the new TV deal, what it would take to shut down the NFL season and more.Following Fischer, ESPN NBA analyst, Richard Jefferson, joins the podcast. Jeffer

Aug 26, 2020 • 54:48

Keith Hernandez on Unwritten Rules, 'Seinfeld' and more

Episode 309 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features an interview with SNY's Keith Hernandez. The former MVP talks about changing his mind on the Fernando Tatis Jr. controversy, baseball's unwritten rules, why games take so long and whether the Mets having so many bad years takes a toll on him as a broadcaster. Hernandez, who had one of the most famous cameos in "Seinfeld" history, also shares stories from the set about Jerry, Larry David and shares some shockin

Aug 19, 2020 • 45:52

Kyle Brandt on NFL, New Podcast

Episode 310 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features an interview with "Good Morning Football's" Kyle Brandt, who has launched a new podcast. Brandt talks about getting Aaron Rodgers his first guest, what made Rodgers appearance so meaningful, how doing a daily morning show from home is going, watching "The Office" for the first time during the pandemic and "Hard Knocks." Brandt, whose new podcast is called "10 Questions With Kyle Brandt," al

Aug 12, 2020 • 54:28

John Ourand on latest sports media news

Episode 309 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features an interview with "Sports Business Journal" media reporter, John Ourand. Topics covered include the future of the NFL's TV rights and what could happen with the primetime packages, super agent Nick Khan leaving CAA for WWE, The Rock buying into the XFL, the state of podcasts, the supposed gambling explosion and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: ht

Aug 5, 2020 • 32:50

ESPN's Jeff Van Gundy

Episode 308 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features an interview with Jeff Van Gundy. ESPN's lead NBA analyst talks about calling games from the Orlando bubble, how teams will be affected by staying in the bubble and playing afternoon games, whether he had any reservations about going to Orlando, LeBron James' legacy, why he didn't watch one second of "The Last Dance," why he'll never join Twitter and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at http

Jul 29, 2020 • 44:27

FOX Sports' Joe Buck

Episode 308 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features an interview with Joe Buck. The longtime FOX play-by-play broadcaster talks about calling baseball games during the pandemic, how he and John Smoltz will be calling games this season and how comfortable he would feel being at a ballpark. Buck also revealed why he likes the new rule in which a runner will be put on second base to start extra innings and discussed other changes for the season, including cardboard cutouts of fan

Jul 22, 2020 • 51:21

Jay Onrait

Episode 307 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features a conversation with Jay Onrait, who currently hosts the TSN version of "SportsCentre" and the "Dan and Jay Podcast." Onrait talks about whether highlight shows are dead, how you do a highlights show when there are no sports, why he and Dan never took off at FS1, why he doesn't regret taking the gig at FS1, how athletes will handle the bubbles, the sports hierarchy in Canada and much more. Learn more about

Jul 15, 2020 • 56:14

A Conversation with Jemele Hill

Episode 306 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features an interview with Jemele Hill. Hill was just named as one of the producers on an upcoming docuseries about Colin Kaepernick. She discusses how Kaepernick got her involved in the project, whether she had reservations about working with ESPN and addresses a few narratives surrounding the former Niners quarterback. Hill also talked about ESPN not giving her and Michael Smith a fair shot with the 6 p.m. "SportsCenter," wh

Jul 8, 2020 • 1:04:23

"Sports Business Journal's' Austin Karp

Episode 305 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features an interview with "Sports Business Journal" managing editor, Austin Karp. Topics covered on the podcast include whether the sports rights bubble is about to burst, why FOX gave up rights to the U.S. Open golf tournament and why NBC picked it up, will the election hurt NFL ratings, which leagues have the most to lose if Covid causes and shutdown and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodc

Jul 1, 2020 • 30:03

ESPN's Don Van Natta

Episode 304 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" features an interview with ESPN investigative reporter, Don Van Natta, who hosts the network's upcoming documentary, "Backstory: The Decision." Van Natta talks about how the show created for LeBron James to announce his free-agent decision came about, how LeBron feels about "The Decision" now, why David Stern hated it, why Jim Gray was the host, who controlled the show, how it divided ESPN and more. Van Natta and h

Jun 24, 2020 • 42:23

Andrew Marchand and Arash Markazi

Episode 303 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two interviews. First up is "New York Post" sports media reporter Andrew Marchand, to discuss several recent sports media stories, including MLB signing a new contract with Turner Sports for big money, the future of Trey Wingo at ESPN, how NFL networks will handle kneeling this season, Drew Brees' status with NBC and much more. Following Marchand, "L.A. Times" sports columnist, Arash Markazi, joins the podcast to ta

Jun 17, 2020 • 1:02:36

Nate Burleson of NFL Network/CBS Sports

Episode 302 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Nate Burleson of "Good Morning Football" and CBS Sports. Burleson talks about the events in the United States since the killing of George Floyd, how he feels about cops, how his grandfather being killed by a cop shaped him as a kid, what he tells his kids about dealing with the police, the Drew Brees controversy, Vic Fangoio saying racism isn't a problem in the NFL, whether he was ever uncomfortable in and

Jun 10, 2020 • 54:51

Erin Andrews

Episode 301 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Erin Andrews. The FOX Sports NFL sideline reporter talks about how her job will be affected by no fans in the stands, the Bucs-Saints Week 1 matchup, the athlete she'd like to see on "Dancing With the Stars," dealing with critics, the ups and downs of interviewing a losing coach, quarantine life, cooking disasters and hating the word droplets. She also reveals great stories about Larry David being Larry Da

May 27, 2020 • 52:23

Andrew Perloff from the "Dan Patrick Show"

Episode 300 of the Sport Illustrated Media podcast features a conversation with Andrew Perloff from the "Dan Patrick Show." Perloff, who tested positive for coronavirus antibodies, discusses his experience and what he went through from a health standpoint. We also discussed the mental health aspects of dealing with quarantine. On the lighter side of things, Perloff talked about Dan Patrick's philosophy for interviews, doing the show remotely, "The Last Dance," who else we wan

May 20, 2020 • 53:34

NFL Network/FOX Sports' Peter Schrager

Episode 299 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features a conversation with Peter Schrager from "Good Morning Football" and "FOX NFL Kickoff." Topics discussed include two-person booth vs. three-person booth, possible Joe Tessitore and Booger McFarland's replacements for "Monday Night Football," the fun of watching games from the '80s and '90, NFL's Christmas Day and Thanksgiving schedules, NFL teams not being on an even playing field when/if season starts, critiquing "The Last Dance," kids

May 13, 2020 • 1:00:52

CBS Sports' Ian Eagle

Episode 298 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with veteran broadcaster, Ian Eagle. The CBS Sports/Turner play-by-play man talks about having a new partner, Charles Davis, on NFL games, Zooming with Bill Raftery, "The Last Dance," Michael Jordan's personality, the differences between Jordan, Kobe Bryant and LeBron James, not liking condiments and salad and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquir

May 6, 2020 • 50:47

Chris Long on NFL's return, Aaron Rodgers, 'The Last Dance'

Episode 297 of the Sports Illustrated Podcast features a conversation with two-time Super Bowl champion and current podcaster, Chris Long. Long talks about grinding out his "Green Light" podcast during the pandemic, how much preseason NFL players would need before the start of the season, the Aaron Rodgers-Green Bay situation, why he likes "The Last Dance" airing every Sunday, his love of freezing cold showers, when he'll leave his house again, the best movie sports scenes an

Apr 30, 2020 • 58:26

Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa

Episode 296 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features a conversation with actors Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa, who recently launched the "Talkin Sopranos" podcast. In addition to a wide-ranging discussion about "The Sopranos," in which we covered everything from the "Pine Barrens" episode to each actor's signature moment on the show, their characters dying before the series ended, the depth of the cast, the show's popularity, we also touched on ESP

Apr 22, 2020 • 42:55

Andrew Marchand on Brees, Fouts, NFL Draft, more

Episode 295 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with New York Post sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand. Why did Drew Brees choose NBC over ESPN? What will happen to Al Michaels and Cris Collinsworth with Mike Tirico and Brees ready to take over? Why did CBS part ways with Dan Fouts? Why did Charles Davis leave FOX for CBS. Where will FOX go for a No. 2 NFL analyst? Should the NFL Draft be taking place? All this and more is covered on this episode. Learn more about y

Apr 15, 2020 • 44:17

Bob Ley on the state of sports, media and more

Episode 294 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with legendary ESPN host, Bob Ley. Can a sports network cover the coronavirus crisis without being political? Has he had the itch to return to work to cover what's going on in the world? How will sports change after the pandemic? Will stadiums be packed in 2020? What old game would Bob like to see a network re-air? What is his favorite SportsCenter blooper? Plus, Bob offers movie, TV and book recommendations while self

Apr 8, 2020 • 45:53

A Conversation with Kyle Brandt

Episode 293 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features a conversation with "Good Morning Football" host, Kyle Brandt. How would Kyle feel about NFL games with no fans in the stands? Should Tom Brady have stayed a Patriot for his entire career? How weird will the NFL Draft be this year? In addition to those topics, Kyle and host Jimmy Traina discuss Netflix's "Tiger King" and Kyle reveals that he just started watching "The Office" for the first time. Learn more

Apr 1, 2020 • 1:07:44

James Andrew Miller on NFL Broadcast Negotiations

Episode 292 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with James Andrew Miller. The author, reporter and podcast host talks about what could be in store CBS and Disney during contract negotiations with the NFL, why CBS needed to keep Tony Romo, why ESPN needs to forget about Peyton Manning and how the TV landscape is changing. Miller and host Jimmy Traina then discuss Season 10 of "Curb Your Enthusiasm," why the season finale disappointed and whether Larry David will do the show again. Lear

Mar 25, 2020 • 28:42

John Ourand on Sports Networks without Games

Episode 291 of the Sports Media Podcast features an interview with Sports Business Journal media reporter, John Ourand. Ourand talks about how sports networks will handle the next few months without games, what we'd like to see from ESPN during this time, how leagues will handle the return of sports and the NFL's plan to keep moving forward. We also touched on what Tom Brady's departure from New England means for CBS and FOX. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.

Mar 18, 2020 • 25:49

Ben Strauss

Episode 290 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Washington Post sports media reporter Ben Strauss. Topics include the impact coronavirus has had on sports, the Al Michaels-Peyton Manning dream booth for ESPN, where ESPN goes from here for a “Monday Night Football” booth, XFL ratings, The Athletic and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.

Mar 12, 2020 • 29:48

Rachel Nichols

Episode 289 of the SI Media Podcast features with Rachel Nichols of ESPN. Nichols talks about balancing the various hats she wears as host of “The Jump,” her philosophy for interviewing NBA players, whether there are any comparisons to be made between “The Jump” and TNT’s “Inside the NBA,” what it’s like to interview LeBron and the big Spike Lee vs. New York Knicks feud.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 4, 2020 • 39:46

Andrew Marchand on Tony Romo Contract

Episode 288 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with "New York Post" sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand, who broke the news that Tony Romo re-signed with CBS for $17 million per year. This podcast goes in-depth on all things Romo/CBS. Was Romo close to signing with ESPN? Why did CBS spend so much to retain Romo? What does this mean for Romo's broadcast partner, Jim Nantz? Where does ESPN go from here for "Monday Night Football?" Is Peyton Manning

Mar 2, 2020 • 24:57

Tom Verducci

Episode 277 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with longtime Sports Illustrated baseball writer, Tom Verducci. Verducci explains why the Astros controversy will not go away and linger all season long, talks about all the benefits of the new proposed playoff format and why it's good for the league, reveals the one thing he'd do to fix Major League Baseball, defends the Hall of Fame voting process and reiterates that he will never join Twitter. Learn more about

Feb 26, 2020 • 34:11

Mitchell Schwartz + ‘Don’t F—- With Cats

Episode 276 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl champion Mitchell Schwartz. The offensive lineman discusses his dominant season in which he gave up no sacks, Super Bowl stories, leaving the Browns for the Chiefs, Travis Kelce's personality, how K.C. was able to orchestrate so many comebacks, the possibility of a 17-game season and being a huge foodie. Following Schwartz, Jimmy Traina's SI colleagues, Chris Chavez and Jessica Sm

Feb 19, 2020 • 1:11:06

Dan Orlovsky and Andrew Marchand

Episode 275 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two interviews. First up is ESPN football analyst, Dan Orlovsky. The former NFL QB talks about NFL teams having interest in him for coaching positions, what he tries to do for viewers while breaking down film, his rise up the ranks at ESPN, what his ultimate broadcasting job would be, what Kyle Shanahan did wrong in the Super Bowl and whether NSYNC's "Bye, Bye, Bye" or Backstreet Boys' "I Want It That Way" is th

Feb 12, 2020 • 1:03:03

Bryan Curtis of The Ringer

Episode 274 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Bryan Curtis, Editor-at-Large with the Ringer. Curtis, who covers media, talks about the ratings for Super Bowl LIV, Joe Buck and the halftime show. Curtis also discusses a recent article he wrote about all things Radio Row and how the hierarchy there works for interviews. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: http

Feb 5, 2020 • 46:37

Kevin Harlan

Episode 273 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Kevin Harlan. The veteran play-by-play will call Super Bowl LIV for Westwood One radio. He also has the call of the Lakers' first game after the tragic death of Kobe Bryant. He discusses both of those very different assignments. (NOTE: This episode was recorded before the decision was made to postpone the Lakers vs Clippers game on 1/28/20.) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Jan 27, 2020 • 44:44

Brent Musburger and Chris Long

Episode 272 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two interviews. First up is the legendary Brent Musburger to discuss all things Super Bowl betting. How should we view the Niners? What is the action in Vegas looking like? Which prop bets are worth betting on? Why does Vegas have to limit the props they offer? Musburger also shares information on betting the national anthem over/under and the coin flip.Following Musburger, former NFL star and Super Bowl champion, Chris Long, joins the

Jan 22, 2020 • 1:07:49

Curt Menefee

Episode 271 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with "FOX NFL Sunday" host, Curt Menefee. With FOX airing the Super Bowl this season, Menfee talks about the challenges of doing an extra long pregame show and whether he gets nervous on such a big day. Menefee also discusses how he got the job after James Brown's departure, what his relationship is like with cast mastes, Terry Bradshaw, Howie Long, Michael Strahan and Tony Gonzalez, what his relationship is li

Jan 15, 2020 • 45:13

Jim Miller on the future of MNF

Episode 270 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with reporter/author, Jim Miller. Miller talks about the future of "Monday Night Football," what ESPN's mindset is regarding the booth of Joe Tessitore and Booger McFarland, how Tony Romo plays into all this, what's on the table for Romo's future, the SEC leaving CBS for ABC/ESPN, Eddie Murphy's return to "Saturday Night Live" and the return of "Curb Your Enthusiasm." Learn more abo

Jan 9, 2020 • 40:46

Worst kinda of tweets + Jimmy’s dad

In the final Sports Illustrated Media Podcast of 2019, host Jimmy Traina looks back at some of the best guests and moments from the past year, gives his Top 10 Worst Tweets and chats with his tech-challenged dad. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 30, 2019 • 24:36

Year-In-Review with Andrew Marchand and John Ourand

Episode 268 of the SI Media Podcast is a special Year in Review show with "New York Post" sports media columnist Andrew Marchand and "Sports Business Journal" sports media reporter, John Ourand. Along with host, Jimmy Traina, the Marchand and Ourand recap the biggest sports media stories of 2019, including the NFL's big ratings increase, the NBA's falling ratings, the boom in streaming, the demise of Deadspin, FOX's new college football pregame show, the FOX-WWE marri

Dec 17, 2019 • 1:25:00

Kyle Brandt

Episode 267 of the SI Media Podcast features a conversation with Kyle Brandt from the NFL Network's "Good Morning Football." Brandt talks about the evolution of his popular "Angry Runs" segment, the importance of always being supportive of his fellow castmates and what he's learned about having a career in sports media. Brandt and host Jimmy Traina also decide if they'd rather be Chris Pratt, Justin Timberlake or Tom Brady, reminisce about old school WWF heels and explain why there's nothing wor

Dec 11, 2019 • 1:05:01

SI’s Jenny Vrentas on 2019 SI Sportsperson of the Year Megan Rapinoe

Jimmy tosses this bonus episode to Grant Wahl who talks to SI senior writer Jenny Vrentas about her new Sportsperson of the Year story on Megan Rapinoe—the sports figure who made the most lasting impression of 2019. They talk about Rapinoe’s athletic and social impact, the forces in her life that have shaped those things and how Vrentas approached writing a signature story on one of the most heavily covered athletes in the world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetw

Dec 9, 2019 • 30:50

Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio

Episode 268 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Pro Football Talk creator, Mike Florio. Florio talks about how the popular website got started, going from no staffers to five staffers, why he hasn't changed the site's design, what his relationship is like with the NFL, the differences between him and other NFL insiders, covering NFL broadcasters, what the NFL's TV future looks like and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpo

Dec 5, 2019 • 59:05

ESPN's Katie Nolan

Episode 267 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with ESPN's Katie Nolan. Nolan talks about what goes into making her weekly show, "Always Late with Katie Nolan," whether she prefers doing monologues or comedy, why her podcasts run so long, her issues with people who cover sports media, her anti-stuffing take, what she's thankful for in sports and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.

Nov 26, 2019 • 1:04:00

FOX Sports' Joel Klatt

Episode 266 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with FOX Sports' lead college football analyst, Joel Klatt. Klatt discusses why he hates calling blowouts, whether an analyst can get too deep into X's and O's, what it's like to work with Gus Johnson, if he wants to call NFL games, whether he's competitive with Gary Danielson and Kirk Herbstreit, muting the TV on some analysts, if a 9 a.m. kickoff is a good thing and why his Wikipedia page says "Dr

Nov 20, 2019 • 47:36

Ben Strauss and Sean Grande

Episode 265 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features interviews with "Washington Post" sports media reporter Ben Strauss and the radio voice of the Boston Celtics, Sean Grande.Strauss and host Jimmy Traina go around the horn on a variety of sports media news items including the state of Deadspin, ESPN personalities plugging Disney+, the Don Cherry controversy and Stephen A. Smith's new $8-million-a-year contract.Grande then joins the show to talk about broadcasting and wrestl

Nov 13, 2019 • 1:15:16

Kay Adams & Chris Long + Andrew Marchand

Episode 264 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two interviews. First up, Kay Adams and Chris Long, who co-host Amazon Prime's Thursday Night Football pregame show, "NFL Next, join the podcast for a free-wheeling conversation on everything from players being mic'd up to NFL pregame shows to the NFL person we want to see on a pregame show. Adams also talks about her role on "Good Morning Football," while Long discusses starting his own media company and his post-p

Nov 6, 2019 • 1:19:23

Andrew Siciliano and Renee Young

Episode 263 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features interviews with Andrew Siciliano and Renee Young.Siciliano talks about his role as NFL RedZone host, understanding that RedZone isn't for everyone, what his typical Sunday is like, how RedZone has changed viewing habits, why there are two RedZone channels, whether he's competitive with Scott Hanson and more.Young discussed her new job as host of FS1's "WWE Backstage," her disastrous (her word) run as a commentator o

Oct 30, 2019 • 1:19:32

ESPN’s Bomani Jones

Episode 262 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with ESPN’s Bomani Jones. The “High Noon” co-host discusses why he being too smart isn’t good television, why he loves radio more than any other form of media, what the NBA/China controversy was really about, where LeBron stands now, why the media hasn’t been on the Tyler Skaggs story, Eddie Murphy’s return, whether he’s tempted to tweet about politics, why he wouldn’t be surprised if Stevie Wonder isn’t blind and much mor

Oct 23, 2019 • 56:45

SI Legal Analyst, Michael McCann

Episode 261 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with SI.com legal analyst, Michael McCann, about many of the latest stories dominating the sports landscape. McCann shares his legal expertise on the NBA/China/Hong Kong controversy and what it could mean for the league. He also explains what legal ramifications the Angles and Major League Baseball can face over the latest revelations regarding the death of Angels pitcher, Tyler Skaggs. Other topics covered during the podc

Oct 16, 2019 • 37:27

Michael Mulvihill and Conrad Thompson

Episode 260 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features a pair of interviews. First up is Michael Mulvihill, FOX Sports Executive Vice President and Head of Strategy. Mulvihill is FOX's ratings guru and he discussed why the NFL and its pregame shows have seen big increases this year, he explained what FOX expects from their new college football lineup and strategy and revealed what the network wants from WWE's SmackDown Live, in terms of viewership. Following Mulvihill, Conrad Thomp

Oct 10, 2019 • 1:04:33

WWE's Triple H

Episode 259 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Paul Levesque, aka, Triple H. The WWE EVP of Talent, Live Events and Creative, discusses the company's TV changes, how they got The Rock to come back for SmackDown's debut on FOX, how he feels about the possibility of CM Punk returning to WWE TV, if the "Monday Night Wars" can be replicated, how much impact Vince McMahon has on NXT, the Montreal Screwjob vs. Hulk Hogan turning heel and much more. Lear

Oct 2, 2019 • 31:10

Matthew Berry and John Ourand

Episode 257 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two interviews. First up is "Sports Business Journal" media reporter, John Ourand. Ourand and host Jimmy Traina discuss the reasons for an increase in ratings for NFL pregame shows, the return of NFL PrimeTime to ESPN's paid app, FOX's new college football pregame show, Tony Romo contract play with CBS, why FOX will be rooting for the Yankees and much more. Following Ourand, ESPN fantasy guru, Matthew Berry joins the sh

Sep 25, 2019 • 1:01:46

Troy Aikman on officiating and TNF

Episode 256 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Troy Aikman. FOX's lead NFL analyst talks about the league's major officiating problem (he called it 'nauseating'), working with Joe Buck for nearly 20 years, how he's adjusted to calling two games each week since FOX acquired the rights to 'Thursday Night Football,' why his bosses were upset with him calling out colleague Doug Gottlieb on Twitter, whether college athletes should be allowed

Sep 18, 2019 • 50:37

Ryen Russillo

Episode 255 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Ryen Russillo. The Ringer’s newest hire talks about leaving ESPN to join Bill Simmons’ company, why he had to make the move and not being appreciated for his numbers at ESPN. Russillo also talks about what makes a good podcast, the differences between radio and podcasts, working with former NFL star, Chris Long and why he still believes Pam Beesley is the worst. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartp

Sep 11, 2019 • 47:35

Rich Eisen and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo

Episode 254 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two interviews. First up is NFL Network host, Rich Eisen, who talks about the stunning Andrew Luck retirement, the crowded NFL pregame show arena, how to interview someone you don't want to interview and more. Eisen also shares an amazing story about Larry David and discusses his inside knowledge of Curb Your Enthusiasm's upcoming season. Following Eisen, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo from SiriusXM and the MLB Network, joins th

Sep 3, 2019 • 1:18:10

Peter King, Bob Ley, Ann Killion, Dave Sims

Sports Illustrated's Jacob Feldman fills in for Jimmy Traina by hosting a roundtable discussion with Peter King, Bob Ley, Ann Killion and Dave Sims at the National Sports Media Awards ceremony about their careers and the state of sports media. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aug 28, 2019 • 47:52

ESPN's Chris Fowler

Episode 252 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with ESPN's Chris Fowler. The versatile broadcaster talks about calling all four tennis majors for ESPN, what makes the U.S Open special and why tennis has problems despite this being such a special time for the sport. Fowler also discusses his role as ESPN's lead college football play-by-play man, the challenges of calling college football, his decision to leave "College GameDay," what makes "College GameDay so special an

Aug 21, 2019 • 34:36

Jim Miller

Episode 251 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with author, journalist and podcast host, Jim Miller. During the episode, Miller and host Jimmy Traina discuss Ed Werder getting re-hired by ESPN, fallout from the Dan Le Batard controversy, Bob Ley’s retirement, news of Bill Simmons employees at The Ringer possibly unionizing, the return date for “Curb Your Enthusiasm” on HBO, the “Larry Sanders Show” being very underrated and Eddie Murphy’s return to the spotlight. Lear

Aug 15, 2019 • 37:21

Stone Cold Steve Austin

Episode 240 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with WWE legend, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. The man known as the Texas Rattlesnake talks about hosting his new interview, show, "Straight Up Steve Austin,' getting mani/pedis, his love of margaritas, the difference between wrestling fans now and when he was in the ring, working with Mike Tyson, the birth of "Austin 3:16," giving Vince McMahon a Stone Cold Stunner for the first time and much more. Learn more about

Aug 7, 2019 • 32:12

John Sterling and Suzyn Waldman, plus ‘Hard Knocks’ executive producer, Ken Rodgers

Episode 239 features two interviews. First up, the radio voices of the New York Yankees, John Sterling and Suzyn Waldman join the show to talk about their long runs with the Yankees, their popularity with Bombers fans, their 'Ma and Pa Pinstripe' nickname and more. Waldman discusses why she feels she's still not accepted in baseball and why she thinks there hasn't been any progress for women in baseball broadcasting. Sterling talked about recently ending his broadcasting streak,

Jul 31, 2019 • 56:19

Andrew Marchand on Dan Le Batard vs. ESPN

On episode 238 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast, New York Post sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand, joins the show to talk about the controversy surrounding ESPN's Dan Le Batard, who blasted his own network and President Donald Trump on a recent show. What was Le Batard's biggest mistake? Why did ESPN President Jimmy Pitaro choose not to suspend Le Batard? What does Le Batard's future at ESPN look like? Should all sports shows have a "no politics talk" policy? We ta

Jul 23, 2019 • 46:41

John Ourand on the NFL's broadcasting future

Episode 238 of the Sports Illustrated Podcast features an interview with "Sports Business Journal's" John Ourand. The sports media reporter discusses the NFL's broadcasting future, when he expects the league to end DirecTV's exclusive hold on the "Sunday Ticket," why cable companies don't value "Sunday Ticket" that much, whether ABC will get one of the TV packages and much more. In addition to the NFL talk, Ourand weighs in on FOX's new college footbal

Jul 17, 2019 • 38:14

ESPN NBA Reporter Ramona Shelburne

Episode 237 of the Sports Illustrated Podcast features an interview with ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne. The senior NBA writer talks about what it’s like to cover and report on free agency, how careful reporters need to be about sourcing, why there was so much wrong information about Kawhi Leonard’s future, how the Paul George trade to the Clippers stayed quiet, issues Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving will have in New York, people wanting to see LeBron James’ demise, Ronda Rousey’s WWE future and much mor

Jul 10, 2019 • 43:48

Joe Buck

Episode 236 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with FOX Sports’ Joe Buck. The play-by-play man talked about calling the Yankees-Red Sox series in London, what he’d like to see MLB do to add excitement to the All-Star Game, how Jim Nantz’s appearance on FOX’s coverage of the U.S. Open came about and what restrictions CBS put on the interview, the movie that made him cry on his flight back from London, the greatest moment in Howard Stern Show history, whether he believes Brooks Koepka h

Jul 3, 2019 • 54:27

Seth Rollins, Jason Barrett

Episode 235 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with WWE Universal Champion Seth Rollins, who had pulled no punches addressing critics of the company’s current product, including his good friend Dean Ambrose. Rollins also opened up about his relationship with Women’s Champion, Becky Lynch, and talked about having their real-life relationship become part of TV. Rollins also discussed the celebrity side of being a WWE superstar, the ‘Game of Thrones’ finale and opening up

Jun 25, 2019 • 50:28

Scott Van Pelt

Episode 234 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt. The “SportsCenter” host talks about what it’s like doing live shows immediately following the NBA Finals, how much of a rush he still gets from live TV, the real story behind him never being invited to the ESPYs, whether he’d have Lavar Ball on his show, whether the legalization of sports betting has changed anything, the time he got pranked on a live “SportsCenter” and much more. Learn more ab

Jun 19, 2019 • 48:30

Greg Wyshynski, Rich O’Malley

Episode 233 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with ESPN NHL Senior Writer, Greg Wyshynski. Greg talks about joining ESPN two years ago after a very lengthy career running Yahoo’s “Puck Daddy” blog, his evolution as a writer, whether he gets frustrated by the NHL’s standing in the U.S., why the schedule hurts the league, what the NHL’s future regarding television rights looks like and much more.As a bonus, Jimmy’s longtime friend, Rich O’Malley j

Jun 12, 2019 • 55:36

Darren Rovell and Andrew Marchand

Episode 232 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features interviews with Action Network Senior Executive Producer, Darren Rovell and New York Post sports media columnist, Andrew Marchand. Rovell discusses the blowback he got from spoiling the end of James Holzhauer’s “Jeopardy!" streak, how many followers he lost, whether he’d do it again and whether Twitter can do a better job handling spoiler in general. Marchand then joins the podcast to talk about the ramifications of athletes not sp

Jun 5, 2019 • 1:07:25

Washington Post Sports Media Reporter, Ben Strauss

Episode 231 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with “Washington Post’  sports media reporter, Ben Strauss. During the podcast, Strauss and host Jimmy Traina discuss the recent sale of Sports Illustrated to Authentic Brands Group, the increasing presence of Stephen A. Smith and how ESPN handled Smith’s reaction to the controversial Magic Johnson story written by colleague, Baxter Holmes, the longevity of Mike Breen, why ESPN’s President Jimmy Pitaro keeps insisting the

May 31, 2019 • 42:57

Chris Long and Grant Wahl

Episode 230 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with newly retired NFL star, Chris Long and a chat with SI senior writer, Grant Wahl.Long discusses his love for ‘Game of Thrones, recapping each episode for SI.com during the final season of the show and the finale that disappointed many viewers. He also talks about retiring from the NFL, whether he’d come back to the Eagles and the new media company he his starting up.Wahl then joins the show to talk about his new SI pod

May 22, 2019 • 1:04:37

Chad Finn and Bryan Curtis

Episode 229 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two interviews. First up is Boston Globe sports media columnist, Chad Finn. He discusses a variety of topics with host Jimmy Traina, including NBA playoff ratings, what ESPN should do about their weak NBA studio show, the dominance of TNT’s NBA studio show, the level of interest in Tiger Woods at the PGA Championship, Tom Brady’s “friendship” with Donald Trump, FOX’s desire to challenge ESPN’s College GameDay and more.The Ringer’s Brya

May 15, 2019 • 1:09:53

NBA broadcaster, Mike Breen

Episode 228 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with ESPN’s lead NBA play-by-play man, Mike Breen. The veteran broadcaster talks about what his season is like calling national games for ESPN and local games for the Knicks. He also discusses the chemistry he has with Jeff Van Gundy and Mark Jackson, what it was like to work over the years with analysts such as Hubie Brown, Walt “Clyde” Frazier and Bill Walton. Breen, who was working with Walton at the time, also reminisc

May 8, 2019 • 55:29

Ian Rapoport

Episode 227 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with NFL Network Insider, Ian Rapoport. The information man talks about his relationship with Adam Schefter, the scoop he missed out on that irritates him the most, all the fake Ian Rapoport Twitter accounts, the stress of his job, the event he loves to cover the most, the most difficult even to cover and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redc

May 1, 2019 • 44:01

Jim Nantz

Episode 226 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Jim Nantz of CBS Sports. So far in 2019, the veteran play-by-play man has called an epic AFC title game between the Patriots and Chiefs, one of the most boring Super Bowls of all time, a thrilling Final Four (including Virginia’s stunning comeback in the title game) and a little golf tournament known as The Masters won by Tiger Woods. Nantz goes in-depth on all these topics. He also explains why he has no use for Twit

Apr 25, 2019 • 1:15:29

Ben Strauss and Andrew Marchand

Episode 225 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features interviews with two sports media reporters. First up is Ben Strauss of the “Washington Post.” Then, Andrew Marchand of the "New York Post" joins the show.Strauss discusses CBS’ Masters coverage and ratings, LeBron James possibly doing a guest spot on “Inside the NBA,” the differences between DAZN and ESPN+, the evolution of Deadspin and more.Marchand breaks down all aspect of the big Mike Francesa-Michael Kay sports-talk radio

Apr 17, 2019 • 1:03:33

Ray Ratto + MLB Network's Robert Flores and Lauren Shehadi

Episode 224 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two interviews. First up is a conversation with columnist, Ray Ratto. Following Ratto, MLB Network’s Lauren Shehadi and Robert Flores join the podcast.Ratto talks about being laid off from his job at NBC Bay Area in January, the state of the sports media business, the problem with podcasts, the Athletic’s business model, Twitter, why he hates compliments and much more.Shehadi and Flores discuss their daily show, “MLB Central,” how MLB

Apr 10, 2019 • 1:22:21

Bleacher Report’s Taylor Rooks and ‘Wrestling Observer” publisher, Dave Meltzer

Episode 223 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features interviews with Bleacher Report host, Taylor Rooks and Wrestling Observer publisher and found, Dave Meltzer.Rooks talks about her new Web interview show, "Take It There with Taylor Rooks,” what it’s like to be one of the ‘rising stars’ in sports media, how she deals with social media being a big part of her life, loving Oprah, her dream interview and much more.Meltzer previews WrestleMania, shares news on Ronda Rousey, John Cena, D

Apr 3, 2019 • 1:00:14

Darren Rovell of the Action Network

Episode 222 of the “Sports Illustrated Media Podcast” features an interview with Darren Rovell, Senior Executive Producer for the Action Network. Rovell talks about whether it was difficult to leave ESPN for the Action Network, the challenges of working for a startup, his daily responsibilities, what he’s learned about gamblers, whether he likes  sportsbooks offering refunds for losing wagers, what gamblers want from media outletst that cover gambling, remaining in the sports business world, his

Mar 27, 2019 • 1:06:21

Bill Raftery - CBS/Turner college basketball analyst

Episode 221 of the Sports Illustrated Podcast features an interview with legendary CBS/Turner college basketball analyst, Bill Raftery. The man who has been calling college hoops for 33 years talked about his various catchphrases, the challenges with calling the NCAA Tournament, what it meant to get the assignment to call the Final Four five years ago, how he prepares for a game, whether retirement ever creeps into his mind, what technology he does and doesn’t use and much more. The podcast kick

Mar 20, 2019 • 1:15:16

Andrew Marchand and Roman Reigns

Episode 220 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with “New York Post” sports columnist, Andrew Marchand, and WWE superstar Roman Reigns. Marchand and host Jimmy Traina discuss FOX’s new college football pregame show, featuring Urban Meyer, Stephen A. Smith’s repeated blunders, Turner Sports’ plan to phase out Marv Albert, how the NFL schedule the Cleveland Browns this season, the CBS/Turner NCAA Tournament Selection Show and much more. Roman Reigns joins the show approxi

Mar 14, 2019 • 56:23

Jim Miller

Episode 219 features an interview with journalist, author and podcast host, Jim Miller. The man who literally wrote the book on ESPN talks about ESPN being blindsided by Jason Witten’s departure, what ESPN’s plan is for the "Monday Night Football" booth, how ESPN will handle Jessica Mendoza calling Sunday Night Football while working in the Mets’ front office. In addition, Miller talks about the big changes facing Turner Sports and how that will affect sports fans, how networks balance g

Mar 6, 2019 • 44:59

Jon Weiner, aka Stugotz

Episode 218 features an interview with Jon Weiner, aka Stugotz from ESPN's “The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz.” The radio host and new podcast host (“Stupodity”) gives the backstory on his nickname, talks about how he linked up with Le Batard, the chemistry between the two, growing up idolizing “Mike and the Mad Dog,” the show’s relationship with ESPN, his dream guests for his podcast, Bruce Springsteen and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.co

Feb 27, 2019 • 1:00:14

“BizNasty” Paul Bissionnette

Episode 217 of the Sports Illlustrated media podcast features an interview with Paul “BizNasty” Bissonnette about his transition from hockey player/Twitter icon to sports media star. The man known as “Biz,” talks about juggling his job as a host on “Spittin Chiclets” with his job as Coyotes radio analyst. Biz offers advice for all athletes on making the transition to sports media after retirement, discusses the best and worst parts of podcasting, reveals how he preps for his jobs and explained w

Feb 20, 2019 • 55:56

John Ourand

Episode 216 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with "Sports Business Journal" reporter John Ourand about all the latest sports media news.  Topics include Bob Costas' revealing interview with "E:60" about his controversial exit from NBC and the network pulling him off coverage for the 2018 Super Bowl, the AAF debut rating on CBS and the network beating ABC, which aired an NBA game at the same time, the fallout from ESPN firing

Feb 13, 2019 • 45:09

Adnan Virk firing plus a recap of CBS’ Super Bowl LIII telecast

Episode 215 features an interview with New York Post sports reporter Andrew Marchand, who broke the story about ESPN firing personality, Adnan Virk. Marchand shares all the details behind the surprising incident and explains how it all went down, what Virk’s biggest mistake was, why ESPN took such drastic action. Marchand and host Jimmy Traina also discuss CBS’ telecast of Super Bowl LIII and go through the highs and lows from Jim Nantz, Tony Romo and Tracy Wolfson. Learn more about your ad-cho

Feb 4, 2019 • 41:44

Steve Carell & Brent Musburger

Episode 214 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with actor Steve Carell, who talks about “The Office” and more. The man who played Michael Scott shares secrets about the “Basketball” episode, talks about what it was like to film the fire drill scene in “Stress Relief” and explains his thought process in writing the “Casino Night episode. Following Carell, the legendary Brent Musburger joins the podcast to talk about Super Bowl betting, prop bets, the scene in Vegas and

Jan 28, 2019 • 47:30

Sports Media Columnist Andrew Marchand & Rolling Stone’s Alan Sepinwall

Episode 213 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two conversations. First up, New York Post sports media columnist and reporter, Andrew Marchand joins the show to talk about Tony Romo’s call of the AFC Championship, the big payday that awaits him and potential suitors. We also discuss how LeBron moving out West has hurt the NBA ratings, ESPN’s big UFC day and more. Following Marchand, Rolling Stone chief TV critic, Alan Sepinwall calls in to talk about his new book, “The Sopranos Ses

Jan 23, 2019 • 59:54

Life Philosophy & Broadcasting with Basketball Hall of Famer Bill Walton

Episode 212 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with ESPN college basketball analyst Bill Walton. The self-proclaimed Dead Head drops life philosophy, discusses his broadcasting career, talks about being pain-free after contemplating suicide because of back issues and waxes poetic about the Grateful Dead and reveals why he doesn’t like being interviewed. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com

Jan 16, 2019 • 42:28

FOX's Joe Buck joins & Jim Ross looks back on the life of Mean Gene Okerlund

Episode 211 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features interviews with FOX’s Joe Buck and legendary WWE announcer,Jim Ross.  Buck talks about the fallout from botching Mark-Paul Gosselaar’s name, how his year went calling two games each week, why Troy Aikman has improved as an analyst, why people have been unfair to Jason Witten, the best call of his career and much more.  Ross discusses the career of Mean Gene Okerlund, the heyday of wrestling announcers, Vince McMahon’s influence on broa

Jan 9, 2019 • 1:09:29

"The Office" Roundtable with Alan Sepinwall of Rolling Stone and former MLB Pitcher Dan Haren

Episode 210 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features a roundtable discussion about "The Office." Rolling Stone chief TV critic, Alan Sepinwall and former MLB pitcher and "Office" superfan, Dan Haren, join Jimmy to talk about the popular show. In addition to discussing best episodes, worst characters, favorite one-liners, top opening scenes and more, Sepinwall also shares some inside details on the post-Steve Carrell years and what could've made Seasons 8 and 9 better.

Jan 2, 2019 • 47:06

2018's Best Sports Movies, TV Shows, and More

Jimmy's taking the week off for the holidays, so Sports Illustrated podcast producer Harry Swartout gathered up the SI team to recommend their favorite movies, tv shows, books and more from 2018. Television Recommendations 0:00-28:00 Best of the Rest Recommendations 28:00-58:00 Movie Recommendations 58:00-1:26:00 Book Recommendations 1:26:00-1:47:00 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out:

Dec 24, 2018 • 1:48:38

The Ringer's Bryan Curtis and Jimmy takes your phone calls

Episode 208 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with The Ringer's Bryan Curtis and a segment dedicated to listener phone calls. Curtis talks about his recent piece on FOX outbidding CBS for the rights to the NFL package in 1993. The piece is filled with anecdotes about John Madden, Terry Bradshaw, Pat Summerall, Jimmy Johnson and many more. Curtis expands on those nuggets and shares his thoughts on just how monumental a shift FOX caused by getting in business with t

Dec 19, 2018 • 1:26:38

2018 Year In Review

Episode 207 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast is a Year-In-Review episode featuring John Ourand from “Sports Business Journal” and Andrew Marchand of the “New York Post.” The roundtable discussion covers the Biggest Sports Media Story of 2018, the Best and Worst Trends, Standout Stars, and a look ahead to what to expect in 2019. Topics include NFL ratings, the Tiger-Phil experiment, Barstool Sports, “Monday Night Football,” “Thursday Night Football,” cord cutting, “Get Up,” FS1 and much mo

Dec 12, 2018 • 1:27:05

Bill Burr

Episode 206 of the Sports Illustrated Podcast features an interview with comedian Bill Burr. The conversation covers everything from sports to comedy to current events. Burr details what it it’s like to be a comedian in this hyper politically correct time, defends Tom Brady’s pajamas, explains why Bill Belichick is the greatest, details the problems with sports fans and riffs on many other subjects. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comOur Sponsors:* Check out

Dec 5, 2018 • 1:06:53

Blake Griffin on comedy, social media and playing in Detroit

Episode 205 of the Sports Illustrated Podcast features an interview with Blake Griffin. The NBA star talks about being a media mogul and balancing his on-court life with his off-court projects. He also discusses his trade to Detroit and whether he is rooting against the Clippers. Griffin, who has dabbled in stand-up comedy, also shares his thoughts on the best comedians, the best episode of The Office and the difficulty with doing comedy in the social media era. Learn more about your ad-choices

Nov 28, 2018 • 39:53

The Athletic college football writer Stewart Mandel on the state of the sports media business, working for a subscription website and exchanging MySpace messages with The Office’s Jenna Fischer

Episode 204 of the Sports Illustrated Podcast features an interview with Stewart Mandel, formerly of SI.com and FOX Sports and current Editor-In-Chief for The Athletic’s college football coverage. The longtime writer discusses what it’s like to work for a subscription website, the philosophy behind The Athletic and how it runs. Mandel also talks about the current college football playoff picture and why Central Florida can’t get in. The show wraps up with a discussion about Mandel’s old mailbag

Nov 21, 2018 • 53:59

Ian Eagle shares Bill Raftery stories, talks Marv Albert and more

Episode 203 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Ian Eagle of CBS Sports and Turner Sports. The versatile broadcaster shares some hilarious Bill Raftery stories, talks about his longevity behind the microphone, discusses whether doing Nets games for 25 years has worn him down and offers advice to young broadcasters. Eagle also weighs in on Turner Sports possibly replacing Marv Albert with Brian Anderson, reminisces about his days working with Mike and the Mad Dog, r

Nov 14, 2018 • 52:25

What do the Cowboys do with Jason Garrett? Rams vs. Chiefs, Browns are gonna Brown and Remembering Dr. Z with Peter Schrager of FOX Sports & Good Morning Football on NFL Network

Episode 202 of the Sports Illustrated Sports Media Podcast features a conversation about football and sports media with the NFL Network’s Peter Schrager. The “Good Morning Football” host, who also works for FOX on Sundays, talks about how he navigates his hectic schedule, how he stays motivated and how he consumes games. Schrager also discusses the upcoming Rams-Chiefs game, Jason Garrett’s status in Dallas and the Browns coaching search. We also reminisce about the great Dr. Z, offer advice to

Nov 8, 2018 • 35:46

ESPN's Tony Reali opens up about navigating life's ups and downs, the changes coming to Around the Horn and more

Episode 201 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an in-depth interview with ESPN’s Tony Reali, who discusses the many ups and downs of his life and maintaining his infectiously positive attitude. On the professional side, Reali talks about his journey, going from Fordham to “Stat Boy” on “Pardon the Interruption,” to hosting “Around the Horn" since 2004 while previewing the many changes coming to ATH, which relaunches on ESPN Nov. 5. On the personal side, Reali opens up about dea

Oct 31, 2018 • 1:23:23

Rich Eisen and Andrew Marchand

Episode 200 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with the NFL Network’s Rich Eisen, who talks about calling a London game with a four-man booth, the most exciting teams in the NFL this season, ESPN’s Monday Night Football broadcast, LeBron taking over the L.A. sports scene and much more. Following Eisen, New York Post columnist, Andrew Marchand, joins the podcast to talk about the latest controversy surrounding Mike Francesa’s app and whether he might leave WFAN or shut down the app. L

Oct 24, 2018 • 57:32

Andrew Marchand of The New York Post

Episode 199 of the SI Media Podcast tackles a variety of sports media stories that have made headlines lately. "New York Post" sports media columnist Andrew Marchand joins the show to talk about the MLB playoff crews for TBS and FS1, Vin Scully’s refusal to do a cameo in the booth, the backlash against Jason Witten in the “Monday Night Football” booth, which NFL announcer has flown under the radar, the bizarre bit with Alex Rodriguez putting on a Red Sox uniform, 85-year-old Hubie Brown inking a

Oct 17, 2018 • 26:49

WWE Legend John Cena

Episode 198 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with WWE superstar, actor and author, John Cena. The 16-time world champion talks about why he wrote “Elbow Grease,” a new children’s picture book about perseverance and believing in yourself. We also discussed his status with the WWE, why he just can’t have a full-time schedule anymore at age 41, his reputation for holding back other wrestlers, whether he wants to be part of the next WrestleMania, Roman Reigns and The Miz. Other topics c

Oct 10, 2018 • 1:26:48

John Ourand & Brian Anderson

Episode 197 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two interviews. First up is "Sports Business Journal" media reporter, John Ourand to discuss the NFL getting a ratings bump this season, what’s behind that and whether the numbers will continue to increase. We also talk about what is and isn’t working with ESPN’s "Monday Night Football" booth of Joe Tessitore, Jason Witten and Booger McFarland. Following Ourand, TBS’s Brian Anderson, who will call the ALDS and ALCS, joi

Oct 3, 2018 • 1:02:56

Monday Night Football's Joe Tessitore

Episode 196 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with ESPN's Joe Tessitore. The “Monday Night Football” play-by-play man talks about his new job, developing a relationship with his partners, Jason Witten and Booger McFarland, the mistake he most hates making, why the NFL is easier to call than college football, the sport he never wants to call, the sport he wishes he could call but isn’t good enough to do so and his dream event to cover (hint: WWE), why Brent Musburg

Sep 26, 2018 • 1:04:46

Rolling Stone chief TV critic Alan Sepinwall & New York Post sports media columnist Andrew Marchand

Episode 195 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Rolling Stone chief TV critic, Alan Sepinwall and an interview with New York Post sports media columnist, Andrew Marchand. Sepinwall, who has written a book about “The Sopranos” out in January, talks about the daily routine for a TV critic, how much TV he watches each day and the shelf life of broadcast TV and how this could affect sports in the feature. We also talked about the shows you should be watching right now,

Sep 20, 2018 • 1:20:16

Gus Johnson

Episode 194 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with FOX’s lead college football and college basketball play-by-play man, Gus Johnson. The popular broadcaster talks about why he left social media, how he got started in the business, what he loved about the NCAA Tournament, his favorite calls, what makes college sports so special, whether he misses calling NFL games, why he doesn’t love the “Gus-gasm” phrase that people love to tweet when he makes a big call being a fan favorite and his

Sep 13, 2018 • 48:35

Joe Thomas & Kyle Brandt

Episode 193 of the SI Media Podcast features two interviews. First up is former Browns offensive lineman Joe Thomas, who talks about transitioning into sports media, auditioning for analyst jobs at ESPN and FOX, whether he regrets retiring before he could appear on “Hard Knocks,” how the Browns will do this season, whether NFL players know points spreads and much more. Kyle Brandt of the NFL Network follows Thomas to talk about his new show, “The Kyle Brandt Football Experience,” which will go r

Sep 6, 2018 • 58:57

Ryen Russillo

Episode 192 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with Ryen Russillo, who just announced he’ll be doing podcasts for The Ringer as well as ESPN. Russillo talks about how his deals with both companies came about, what his mindset was like when he left ESPN in December of 2017, why he believes in his abilities as a host, whether he’d love to do a full-time TV show, the difficulties of doing a solo radio show, what makes an athlete a good interview, who his dream interview would be and much

Aug 30, 2018 • 1:04:32

Dale Hansen

Episode 191 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with Dallas sportscaster and viral video star, Dale Hansen. The 70-year-old Hansen, who works for WFAA, discusses his monologues on Jerry Jones, the national anthem controversy, the Cowboys signing of Greg Hardy, Michael Sam kissing his boyfriend during the NFL Draft and others. In addition, Hansen talks about how his liberal views are received by a Dallas audience and the higher ups at his television station. He also shares personal stor

Aug 23, 2018 • 1:18:59

Andrew Marchand of the New York Post

Episode 190 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with New York Post sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand, who broke the story that ESPN wants to expand Chris Berman’s role for the upcoming NFL season. In addition to discussing what role Berman would have, Marchand also talks about ESPN using Keith Olbermann on MLB play-by-play, the story behind Bob Ley taking a six-month sabbatical, ESPN’s programming changes, Craig Carton, Mike Frances and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at h

Aug 17, 2018 • 35:10

The cast of "Good Morning Football"

Episode 189 of the SI Sports Media Podcast features an interview with the entire cast of the NFL Network’s “Good Morning Football.” Kay Adams, Nate Burleson, Peter Schrager and Kyle Brandt talk about how the show got put together, how they strike a balance of doing hardcore NFL segments with fun, light-hearted segments, whether they ever hear from the NFL about discussing controversial topics, their favorite guests, the all-time greatest HBO shows and much more.  Learn more about your ad-choice

Aug 9, 2018 • 47:18

Ken Rodgers and Andrew Marchand

Episode 188 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with “Hard Knocks” Senior Coordinating Producer, Ken Rodgers and a conversation with New York Post media reporter, Andrew Marchand. Rodgers previews the upcoming season of “Hard Knocks” with the Cleveland Browns, talks about how the show is putting together, the filming and editing process, the impact social media has had on the show and much more. Marchand discusses how the recent sexual harassment against Les Moonves could affect CBS Sp

Aug 2, 2018 • 1:11:58

Jenn Sterger

Episode 187 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with Jenn Sterger, who talks about everything she has done from the day Brent Musburger made her famous to today. Sterger talks about her myriad of jobs in sports media, the time she tried out to be a WWE superstar and how she looks at the Brett Favre controversy through the lens of today's #MeToo movement and what that saga has done to her and who has and hasn't apologized for it. She also discusses what it's like to be a wom

Jul 26, 2018 • 1:08:49

Phillies manager Gabe Kapler & The Long Brothers

Episode 186 of the SI Media Podcast features two interviews. The show gets started with the manager of the first-place Philadelphia Phillies, Gabe Kapler. Kapler discusses how working in the media at FOX Sports/FS1 has helped him deal with the media during his first year as a manager. He also talks whether the Philly media has been what he’s expected, people wanting him fired after Opening Day, how he handles bad press, what he’s told his players about using social media, what his typical day is

Jul 19, 2018 • 52:59

Chris Berman

Episode 185 features an interview with ESPN legend, Chris Berman. Berman talks about how his first season in 31 years without hosting "NFL Countdown" went, the legacy of "NFL Primetime," which he co-hosted with Tom Jackson, whether or not "Primetime" would work today, the various criticisms he's faced throughout his career, being told he can't use his famous nicknames by an ESPN producer and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcast

Jul 12, 2018 • 1:08:25

Jim Cornette

Episode 184 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with legendary wrestling manager, promoter, booker, announcer and all-around character, Jim Cornette. The man who pulls no punches whatsoever was in the WWE from 1993 to 2005 and sheds light on what it was like to work for Vince McMahon. He also discusses the issues he has with pro wrestling has today, which gimmick he hated that ended up working the best, whether he thinks the WWE will be in good hands when Stephanie McMahon and Triple H

Jul 5, 2018 • 58:35

James Andrew Miller

Episode 183 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with author, podcast host and ESPN historian, Jim Miller. Miller discusses whether ESPN is still trying to fight the narrative that it has been harmed by politics, why the NFL-ESPN relationship is the much bigger and more important story and what the network should do about “Get Up.” Miller also talks about Adrian Wojnarowski’s memorable Draft night performance, why Colin Cowherd is staying with FOX and more. The interview also features a

Jun 28, 2018 • 44:29

Sports betting with Todd Fuhrman

Episode 182 of the SI Media Podcast features BetTheBoardPodcast.com co-founder, former oddsmaker at Las Vegas’ Caesars Palace and co-host of SI TV’s, “The Line,” Todd Fuhrman. Fuhrman explains how World Cup soccer betting lines work, what kind of action the World Cup is getting in the gambling world, what the Golden Knights did to sports books and whether there is high anticipation for the Raiders’ upcoming move to Sin City. Todd also talks about the pros and cons of legalized betting, what we’l

Jun 21, 2018 • 38:41

SI's Lee Jenkins on LeBron and Andrew Marchand of the NY Post

Episode 181 of the SI Media Podcast features Sports Illustrated senior writer Lee Jenkins, followed by New York Post media reporter, Andrew Marchand. Jenkins discusses the cover story he wrote for SI this week on Kevin Durant and shares insight into Durant’s unique personality. Jenkins, who broke the story of LeBron James returning to Cleveland in 2014, also weighs in on The Decision 3.0. Jenkins also takes you behind the scenes of what Durant and LeBron are like away from the court.Jenkins also

Jun 14, 2018 • 1:17:09

Sports Media Roundtable with Austin Karp and Michael McCarthy

Episode 180 of the SI Media Podcast features a roundtable discussion on stories in the news with “Sports Business Journal” assistant managing editor,Austin Karp and “Sporting News” media reporter, Michael McCarthy. Topics include what ABC/ESPN wants for the NBA Finals next season, how the latest round of national anthem controversy will impact the NFL and its broadcast partners, whether ESPN made a mistake in expanding Keith Olbermann’s role, the future of “Get Up,” what is going on with FS1’s d

Jun 7, 2018 • 52:58

Darren Rovell

Episode 179 of the SI Media Podcast features a wide-ranging interview with ESPN business reporter and Twitter lightning rod, Darren Rovell. Rovell shares his thoughts on the insane Bryan Colangelo “Twitter burner accounts” story, explains exactly how he goes about his job at ESPN, talks about the business of the NBA Finals, the legalization of sports betting, WWE SmackDown going to FOX and Vince McMahon’s legacy as a businessman. The conversation then turns to Twitter. Darren discusses his block

May 31, 2018 • 56:50

John Sterling, SI's Managing Editor Chris Stone & Director Jonathan Hock

Episode 178 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with the voice of the New York Yankees, John Sterling. The longtime radio broadcaster talks about never missing a game since getting the job in 1989, his philosophy for calling a game, his daily routine, how he preps for a game, his vocal critics, his famous home run calls and much more. Following the interview with Sterling, SI managing editor Chris Stone and director Jonathan Hock discuss SI TV’s upcoming documentary on the 1978 Yankees

May 24, 2018 • 1:17:32

Scott Van Pelt and Brent Musburger

Episode 177 of the SI Media Podcast examines the implications of the recent Supreme Court decision that ruled sports betting is legal. ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt discusses how this will change the media’s coverage of gambling and explains how this will impact sports teams. Brent Musburger, of SiriusXM’s VSiN Live, also joins the show to talk about Vegas’ reaction to the news, whether point shaving should be a concern and much more. Brent also gives us a historic “YOU ARE LOOKING LIVE!” And both men d

May 17, 2018 • 1:01:48

Skeets & Tas from NBA TV's The Starters and a conversation with World Wide Wob

Episode 176 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with J.E. Skeets and Tas Melas of “The Starters” on NBA TV and a conversation with NBA Twitter personality, Rob Perez, aka @World_Wide_Wob.  Skeets and Tas discuss how they landed on NBA TV after building a loyal Internet audience thanks to being old-school bloggers and podcasters. The guys offer advice for podcasters and share the do’s and don’ts for having a successful podcast. They also talk about what it’s like to work for the NBA, wh

May 10, 2018 • 1:06:56

Chris "Mad Dog" Russo

Episode 175 of the SI Media Podcast features an interview with SiriusXM radio host, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo. The Doggie talks at length about his former partner, Mike Francesa, ending his retirement after four months to return to New York's WFAN and all the surrounding drama. Russo has strong words for many of the players, including Bart Scott and Boomer Esiason. Russo also talks about whether his relationship with Francesa has been damaged by Dog sharing his opinions on Mike's return. Other quest

May 1, 2018 • 33:15