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Sports Media with Richard Deitsch

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ESPN
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Sports Media
Toronto Blue Jays
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Major League Baseball
World Cup
Tom Brady
Olympics
Super Bowl
Caitlin Clark
NBA Finals
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Social Media
Sports Journalism
Kentucky Derby
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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.

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Episode 654 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features a roundtable with Jon Lewis, editor and founder of Sports Media Watch; Armand Broady, the co-host of the Sports Media Watch podcast and a contributor to SMW, and Derek Futterman, a... more

Episode 653 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features two guests. First up is Jimmy Traina, a podcast host/writer for Underscore Media. He is followed by longtime journalist Liz Robbins, who has written a book with Billie Jean King ti... more

Episode 652 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features a roundtable with Jon Lewis, editor and founder of Sports Media Watch, Chad Finn, sports media columnist for the Boston Globe and Austin Karp, the media writer for Sports Business ... more

Episode 651 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF), one of the most talented professional wrestlers in the world today. Friedman is signed to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and they have one of their biggest... more

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Recent Guests

Maxwell Jacob Friedman
Pro wrestler, AEW star (MJF)
All Elite Wrestling (AEW)
Episode: AEW's Maxwell Jacob Friedman, better known as MJF, on the art of doing media as a pro wrestler
Jason Hehir
Director of Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter; director of The Last Dance
Director
Episode: Jason Hehir, the director of The Last Dance, on his newest film — Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter.
Pierre Moossa
Coordinating Producer for NBC Sports' Premier League coverage; NBC Sports director for NBA coverage and Netflix NFL games
NBC Sports
Episode: Can the Premier League benefit from the excitement over this year's World Cup?
Donovan Bennett
Longtime Canadian sports broadcaster
CBC Sports
Episode: What the ESPN layoffs mean for the business — and can the World Cup lead to more soccer viewers in North America.
Arash Madani
Canadian sports journalist and broadcaster
CBC Sports
Episode: What the ESPN layoffs mean for the business — and can the World Cup lead to more soccer viewers in North America.
Jimmy Traina
Sports Illustrated writer; host of the SI Media Podcast
Sports Illustrated / SI Media Podcast
Episode: Discussing the legacy of Howard Stern and the five best play by play broadcasters today
Derek Rae
Soccer broadcaster for Fox; voice of EA FC
Fox Sports
Episode: Fox Sports soccer broadcaster (and the voice of EA FC) Derek Rae
Geno Auriemma
Head coach of UConn women's basketball (historical figure) and broadcaster for ESPN/WNBA game assignments
UConn Huskies, ESPN/ABC
Episode: UConn women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma
Jane McManus
Editor at Storied Sports; NYU professor; author
Storied Sports / NYU / Columbia University
Episode: Examining the toxic Caitlin Clark discourse, robust World Cup viewership and the latest on Dianna Russini and sports media access

Hosts

Richard Deitsch
Host of the sports media roundtable podcast series; provides context across episodes.
Jane McManus
Longtime sports journalist with ESPN/Storied Sports; provides historical and industry-context perspectives.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • JEALOUS GENO

    Why is this old man hating on a 24yr old Caitlyn Clark? Simple SHE BEAT HIM the ONLY time they met in the NCAA. She is Breaking the WNBA Records of his Two Greats Sue Bird and DT in RECORD time as well. His new GOAT Paige is NOT Better even with all the Soft Defense she faces. Clark went in the league and MADE A LIAR OUT OF HIM. Jealousy and ENVY is all HE HAS.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Luvit125
    United States2 months ago
  • Always Interesting

    This my favorite sports media podcast. I look forward to see what the topics are about and who his guests will be. Excellent work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rbr821
    United States2 months ago
  • Always interesting

    I found his podcast by accident and am glad I listened

    Always interesting topics and individuals

    I especially like the round table

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Retired good for the soul
    United States3 months ago
  • Terrific stuff

    Richard is one of the most thoughtful and smart people in the sports media business. And he gets great guests too! A tremendously good podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pod Connoisseur
    United States3 months ago
  • 5 stars

    The Richard Deitsch podcast has been a regular for me for years. He has interesting thoughts on sports media and always has good guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim from North Carolina
    United States4 months ago

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Guests are consistently described as insightful with a focus on industry dynamics.
Many note the show's deep dive into sports media business and rights deals.

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#219
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#145
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Talking Points

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Can the Premier League benefit from the excitement over this year's World Cup?
Q: Let's start very broadly. What are you looking forward to most about this year's Premier League coverage?
The hope is to celebrate the stars while also making people understand what makes the league special, and to create a relatable, in-person feel that draws new fans into the sport.
Jason Hehir, the director of The Last Dance, on his newest film — Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter.
Q: Did you explore talking with Novak before you signed on, and how important is chemistry with the subject?
I want to gauge the subject's enthusiasm and their openness to control while ensuring I have editorial input; I prefer a collaborative process rather than simply following a predetermined narrative, which helps build trust and authenticity.
Jason Hehir, the director of The Last Dance, on his newest film — Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter.
Q: Why was this an interesting project for you, Novak?
Novak is an intriguing and outspoken figure whose greatness on the court is matched by his complex off-court life; this project offered the chance to follow a living GOAT and explore the pressures and decisions he faces in real time, not as a retrospective.
UConn women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma
Q: What's your stance on media access to players and practices in building the game's narrative?
Open access helps showcase what it takes to win and allows fans to connect with the process, though it requires balance with teams' preparation and privacy.
UConn women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma
Q: What are your thoughts on officiating and its prominence in the sport right now?
Officiating is a hot topic; you'll never have officials who satisfy everyone, but the sport needs consistency and clarity from the top down to improve the viewing experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sports Media

What is Sports Media about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers conversations with sports media professionals about how content is created, distributed, and discussed across TV, digital, radio, and print. Guests and roundtables explore rights deals, ratings, talent moves, and the evolving economics of sports media, with practical takeaways for reporters, executives, and content creators. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on the business side of broadcasting, insider perspectives on layoffs and contracts, and deep-dive analyses of major rights and platform strategies that shape what audiences see and how they pay for it. The format often blends data-driven insights with candid anecdotes, making it a valuable resource for anyone tracking the media landscape in sports.

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1. Maxwell Jacob Friedman
2. Jason Hehir
3. Pierre Moossa
4. Donovan Bennett
5. Arash Madani
6. Jimmy Traina
7. Derek Rae
8. Geno Auriemma

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