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Sports Writers Inc. with JD: Sports Writers Talk Sports Writing

John Doyle
Sports Journalism
NBA
Baseball
College Basketball
Hockey
Steve Prefontaine
High School Sports
New York Yankees
G League
Birmingham Squadron
Slam Dunk
Minor League Baseball
DK Pittsburgh Sports
Utah Mammoth
Lacrosse
Creative Nonfiction
Bluesky
The Basketball 100
Vince Evans
Doug Williams

John Doyle (JD) sits down with the nation's best-known sports writers to discuss the craft and their latest work

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Acclaimed baseball writer Jane Leavy joins JD from DC to discuss her new book "Make Me Commissioner: I Know What's Wrong with Baseball and How to Fix It"

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Danny Ventura joins JD to talk about his 40 years covering high school sports in Boston, the bulk of which as the high school sports editor of the Boston Herald

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Danny Ventura
Retired high school sports editor who covered sports in Massachusetts for 40 years.
Boston Herald
Episode: 95: Danny Ventura of the Boston Herald
Jonathan Cohen
Author of Losing Big: America's Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling
American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Episode: 94: Jonathan Cohen, author, "Losing Big: America’s Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling"
Brendan O'Meara
Host of the Creative Nonfiction Podcast and author of The Front Runner
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Episode: 93: Brendan O'Meara of the Creative Nonfiction podcast and author, "The Front Runner"
S.L. Price
Longtime senior writer at Sports Illustrated and author of The American Game
Sports Illustrated
Episode: 92: S.L. Price, author, "The American Game"
Evan Marinofsky
Editor of the New England Hockey Journal
New England Hockey Journal
Episode: 91: Evan Marinofsky of the New England Hockey Journal
Belle Fraser
A sports journalist covering the Utah Mammoth for the Salt Lake Tribune and also has experience covering the Boston University men's hockey team.
Salt Lake Tribune
Episode: 90: Belle Fraser of the Salt Lake Tribune
Dejan Kovacevic
Founder and proprietor of DK Pittsburgh Sports, long-time sports journalist in Pittsburgh
DK Pittsburgh Sports
Episode: 89: Dejan Kovacevic of DK Pittsburgh Sports
Tom Carroll
Sports journalist known for his weight loss journey and Chick-fil-A essay
WEEI Radio
Episode: 88: Tom Carroll of WEEI radio and WEEI.com
Will Bardenwerper
Author of 'Homestand: Small Town Baseball and the Fight for the Soul of America' and 'The Prisoner in His Palace'.
Episode: 87: Will Bardenwerper, author, "Homestand"

Host

John Doyle
Host of Sports Writers Inc., engaging in conversations with renowned sports writers to explore the craft of sports journalism.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Great Start!

    Enjoyed the first interview! Really reflects what a sports town Boston is.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AliceMGeorge
    United States5 years ago
  • JD is a great interviewer

    The authors really open up to JD! It’s fascinating to hear the stories behind their stories - in their own words. I’m hooked, keep ‘em coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WB505
    United States5 years ago
  • Quality Product!

    Loved the first episode, can’t wait to hear upcoming guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SChristos
    United States5 years ago
  • Sports writers talking sports - a fun, interesting listen!

    For a first offering I was very impressed by the pod. Always interesting to listen to folks who enjoy what they do discuss the ins and outs of their craft.

    In the near future this should be go to podcast for writing students of anyone interested in sports in general.

    Looking forward to more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G. Shabazz
    United States5 years ago

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The host is noted for creating a comfortable atmosphere for guests, allowing intimate insights and stories to be shared.
Listeners appreciate the quality of interviews and the depth of discussion surrounding sports writing.
The podcast is highly regarded for its educational value, particularly for those interested in pursuing careers in journalism.

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79: Howard Beck of the Ringer/John Hollinger of The Athletic
Q: How do you see the transition from Twitter to BlueSky affecting sports media?
There is an active audience on BlueSky that wants to recapture the positive aspects of Twitter's earlier days.
79: Howard Beck of the Ringer/John Hollinger of The Athletic
Q: What were some of the challenges you faced while creating The Basketball 100?
We had to balance analytics with emotional impact and consensus from our staff.
85: Alex Squadron, author, "Life in the G"
Q: How did you choose the players to focus on for your book?
I went in knowing I wanted to focus on a few players based on their compelling stories and who were likely to make it to the NBA.
85: Alex Squadron, author, "Life in the G"
Q: What was your experience like living in Birmingham during the project?
Birmingham was great; it was a big culture shock, but the people were amazing. It was perfect for zeroing in on my work.
85: Alex Squadron, author, "Life in the G"
Q: Did you go into the project knowing that that was what you wanted to do, was to embed yourself with the team and spend the year with them?
Yes, I thought that in order to really capture what life is like in the G League, I had to live life in the G League.

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Conversations between a seasoned host and some of the most recognized sports writers in the country unfold topics within sports writing, journalism, and the intricacies of various sports cultures. Episodes include discussions on high school sports, the evolving nature of sports journalism amidst digital transformation, and the cultural implications of issues such as sports gambling and athlete empowerment. Notably, the blend of personal storytelling with industry insights is a hallmark of the show, making it appealing for both budding writers and sports enthusiasts alike, inviting listeners to engage with the art of sports writing like never before.

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Recent guests on Sports Writers Inc. include:

1. Danny Ventura
2. Jonathan Cohen
3. Brendan O'Meara
4. S.L. Price
5. Evan Marinofsky
6. Belle Fraser
7. Dejan Kovacevic
8. Tom Carroll

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