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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 563 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features NBA and college basketball analyst Robbie Hummel, who has jobs with NBC Sports, CBS Sports, Turner Sports and Big Ten Network. Regarding his NBC Sports duties, Hummel is a game ana... more

Episode 562 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Alex Sherman, a CNBC media and sports reporter, the author of the CNBC Sport newsletter and the host of the CNBC Sport Videocast. In this podcast Sherman discusses YouTube TV subsc... more

Episode 561 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features best-selling author Jeff Pearlman, whose latest book is "Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives Of Tupac Shakur." In this podcast Pearlman, who has written books on Walter Payton, t... more

Episode 560 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Sports Media Watch editor and founder Jon Lewis. In this podcast Lewis and Deitsch discuss the World Series viewership numbers, including the Game 7 average of 27.33 million viewer... more

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Recent Guests

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Ken Belson
Author and NFL reporter for The New York Times
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Mike Vorkunov
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Marie-Christine Pouliot
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Julia Alexander
Media correspondent for Puck and expert on shifts in media and technology.
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Jared Stacy
Vice President of Global Sports Production for Prime Video
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Host

Richard Deitsch
Host of a sports media-focused show, engaging in insightful discussions with industry professionals and exploring contemporary sports journalism topics.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Definite Appointment listening

    The episode with Stan Verrett and Neil Everett was excellent in how they feel comfortable in starting a video podcast. It is nice to hear that given a platform and finding an audience that will watch, the money will hopefully follow.

    A future topic I would like to hear is the rise of content creators. Two names that come to mind are Katie Feeney and Annie Agar from ESPN. Their career paths would be a fascinating story.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bigzman34
    United States2 months ago
  • A bit misleading

    Leaving out that Jacob Henry is a walk-on is a fact that should have been disclosed. I look him up, expecting to see he’s a scholarship player and he’s not. It’s ok to be a walk-on. Nothing to be ashamed of but he very well may never see the field.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    The Popcorn Vendor
    United States4 months ago
  • Jason Benetti and Mark Henry were awesome

    As a big Detroit Tigers fan, I really enjoyed listening to the podcast with Jason Benetti that you did. I think he is one of the best people in baseball to call a game right now. I also enjoyed your recent interview with Mark Henry too. I’m impressed that you continue to have on guests from the pro wrestling world. As a big fan of this too, I really appreciate that you shine a spotlight on this genre.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mattmanfan
    United States4 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    The best sports media podcast - lots of different topics and guests, few hot takes, not too football focused. Another idea for a future episode - maybe a Canadian roundtable discussion (Donnovan Bennett and Shirin Ahmed) about how screwed up the World Cup will be given our current political environment?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amyrchapman
    United States5 months ago
  • Guest list

    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 States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the variety of topics discussed and the thoughtful interviews with sports media figures.
The depth of insights into the workings of sports media makes it a valuable listen for aspiring professionals in the field.
Reviewers consistently praise the host's interview style, noting it fosters engaging and informative conversations.
Some listeners express a desire for a broader range of guest backgrounds, particularly from non-traditional media sources.

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Best-selling sports writer Jeff Pearlman on why he wrote a book on Tupac Shakur
Q: How do you handle the skepticism as a white sports writer writing about Tupac?
Much of the skepticism comes from perceptions of my identity in relation to Tupac's cultural significance, and a number of people are confused about my role as the author.
Best-selling sports writer Jeff Pearlman on why he wrote a book on Tupac Shakur
Q: How do you roadmap this kind of thing, especially when you're traveling across the country for interviews?
I storyboard my interviews, planning out who I need to meet on each trip, often making long drives across California and elsewhere.
Best-selling sports writer Jeff Pearlman on why he wrote a book on Tupac Shakur
Q: Why do the decision to spend three years of your life doing a book on Tupac Shakur?
I've always been fascinated by Tupac as an iconic figure and felt there were questions to explore, especially since others had not taken on the task despite their interest.
ESPN college football and NFL analyst Booger McFarland
Q: What can you say about the challenges of switching between college and NFL broadcasting?
It's about preparation and the ability to morph between platforms while being a fan of the game.
ESPN college football and NFL analyst Booger McFarland
Q: How do you see the connection of sports gambling right now and in the public?
It's a part of our culture and leagues need to embrace it while educating players on regulations.

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Focused on the realm of sports media, this show features in-depth interviews with prominent figures in the industry, including reporters, commentators, and analysts. The host explores various facets of sports journalism and broadcasting, offering insights into how media evolves in response to changes in technology and viewer preferences. It also includes discussions on significant developments in sports events, television ratings, and the shifting landscape of digital platforms. Listeners can expect a blend of nostalgic reflections on past media experiences and forward-looking discussions about the future of sports broadcasting, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of sports and media.

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1. SI Media With Jimmy Traina
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1. Jeff Pearlman
2. Booger McFarland
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4. Ken Belson
5. Mike Vorkunov
6. Marie-Christine Pouliot
7. Jean-François Poisson
8. Julia Alexander

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