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Sports Media with Richard Deitsch

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The Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch is a weekly show that features interviews with members of the sports media about their work, as well as roundtables with sports media reporters about television, digital, audio/radio, print, and other forms of media. You can read Richard’s work at The Athletic.

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Episode 517 of the Sports Media Podcast features Howard Megdal, a longtime women's basketball writer and the author of a new book. "Becoming Caitlin Clark: The Unknown Origin Story of a Modern Basketball Superstar." He is followed by Tom Caraccioli a... more

Episode 516 of the Sports Media Podcast features Cheryl Reeve, the Head Coach and President of Basketball Operations for the Minnesota Lynx. Reeve's resume includes coaching the Lynx to four WNBA titles, winning two championships with the former Detr... more

Here’s a short clip from our upcoming interview with Cheryl Reeve, the head coach and president of basketball operations for the Minnesota Lynx. The full interview will be available on Wednesday In this clip, Reeve discusses why Lynx star Napheesa Co... more

Episode 515 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Sports Media Watch founder and editor Jon Lewis and Austin Karp, the managing editor of Sports Business Journal. In this podcast, Lewis and Karp discuss the Mike Breen, Doris Burke... more

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Recent Guests

Cheryl Reeve
Head coach and president of basketball operations for the Minnesota Lynx
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Kate Scott
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Episode: Author James Andrew Miller on the end of ESPN's Around the Horn — and where PTI is in 2025
Annie Costabile
Women's sports reporter at Front Office Sports
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Episode: Front Office Sports women's sports reporter Annie Costabile previews the WNBA season and the growth of women's sports
Scott Price
Long-time sports journalist and author
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Ahmed Fareed
NBC Sports host and fill-in for Mike Tirico.
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Episode: NBC Sports host Ahmed Fareed, on filling in for an ailing Mike Tirico on the Kentucky Derby broadcast
Donovan Bennett
Fine host and podcaster from Sportsnet in Canada
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Peter King
Iconic NFL writer and former columnist for NBC Sports
NBC Sports
Episode: Peter King
Donna Brothers
NBC Sports horse racing reporter, former jockey with over a thousand wins.
NBC Sports
Episode: NBC horse racing reporter Donna Brothers

Host

Richard Deitsch
Host of the show and a prominent sports media writer, Richard Deitsch is known for his insightful discussions and interviews with key figures in the industry. His expertise spans various forms of media, including television, audio, and digital platforms.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
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    I have been a long time listener of this podcast, and I continue to enjoy Richard’s interviewing style and choice of guests. He does seem to search for out of the box guests, often times people I’ve never heard of which make listening to this a weekly staple for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KTP1024
    United States23 days ago
  • King

    Great stuff. How can you spend so much time on the coach BB CBS interview but you did not watch it. Clearly if you had you would have noticed the huge hole on the shirt.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DocLouIowa
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast

    I am not a sports media junkie, but every episode provides informative insights about the business of sports and the nuances of the role of media. The show has terrific guests and Richard does a great job managing the discussion. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fraserjohnson
    Canada2 months ago
  • Not as good as Marchand, but Still Excellent!!!!

    Terrific Podcast…Just started to listen and the insight and dry humor are terrific!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LNK 926
    United States2 months ago
  • Loved the Join Lee Interview

    Really loved learning about what Join is doing now. As an old, I’m not interacting with YouTube, so I was really interested to learn how this a medium that could deliver us from the monolithic dumbness that is Hot Take world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaws 1234
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There’s an ongoing commitment to increasing awareness and representation of women in sports media.
Wide variety of guests representing different aspects of sports and media.
Useful for industry professionals looking for expert perspectives.
Hosts have a knack for asking thought-provoking questions that enrich the conversation.
Engaging discussions that provide deep insights into the sports media landscape.

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Softball great Cat Osterman on The Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL)
Q: How do you see the publicity from the Olympics affecting your league?
It provides massive publicity as athletes train competitively for the Olympics in a U.S. setting.
Softball great Cat Osterman on The Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL)
Q: Will there be any differences in terms of format, rules of the game?
Most rules are the same, with some tweaks like a 15-second pitch clock to speed up the game.
Softball great Cat Osterman on The Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL)
Q: Why in 2025? Why at this moment do you think this is the right time for the American sports public to support a professional softball league?
There's significant backing and infrastructure behind it, and women's sports are on the rise.
First Look: Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve
Q: Do you think that her involvement in Unrivaled has helped rise awareness of her?
Absolutely, her role in Unrivaled has placed her story in various media outlets that might not have profiled her otherwise.
First Look: Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve
Q: Do you think part of this year's success warrants Napheesa Collier's rise in national attention?
Yes, her performance on the court and her team's success are contributing factors, especially with their 9-0 record.

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Focused on the intricacies of the sports media landscape, the show features engaging discussions with prominent figures in sports broadcasting, journalism, and content creation. Episodes often explore the evolving dynamics of media coverage across various platforms, including television, digital, and social media, while addressing significant trends such as the rise of women's sports and the impact of high-profile events on viewership. With a commitment to uncovering unique insights, the program not only highlights the personal narratives of guests but also examines broader industry shifts, making it relevant for anyone interested in the intersection of sports and media.

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1. SI Media With Jimmy Traina
2. The Sports Media Podcast
3. The Varsity
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Sports Media launched 7 years ago and published 564 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Sports Media include:

1. Cheryl Reeve
2. Kate Scott
3. James Andrew Miller
4. Annie Costabile
5. Scott Price
6. Ahmed Fareed
7. Donovan Bennett
8. Peter King

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