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The Program with Woj

In the Arena Studios
College Basketball
USA Basketball
NIL
Transfer Portal
NBA
University Of Southern California
Tulane University
World Cup
George Steinbrenner
New York Yankees
Jon Sumrall
Somalia
International Basketball
NIL (name, Image and Likeness)
Roster Building
High School Recruiting
Paris
Olympics
NIL Deals
Tampering

Adrian Wojnarowski and In the Arena Studios welcome you to "The Program with Woj." In this series, the veteran journalist and influential media personality—now serving as General Manager of the St. Bonaventure men's basketball program—is joined by high-profile guests. They offer a wide range of perspectives across multiple college and professional sports to explore the business of building a susta... more

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This week, Oregon State coach Mitch Canham joins Woj on The Program to unpack one of the most unconventional builds in college baseball.

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On this episode of The Program, Woj is joined by Draft Express’ Jonathan Givony to break down what March Madness really means for NBA prospects — and how the draft landscape is changing in real time.

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George Steinbrenner didn’t just rebuild the New York Yankees — he changed how modern sports franchises are built.

In this episode of The Program, Woj sits down with legendary New York columnist Mike Vaccaro, author of The Bosses of the Bronx, to unp... more

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Mike Vaccaro
Author, journalist; author of The Bosses of the Bronx
HarperCollins (book publisher)
Episode: How George Steinbrenner built the Yankee dynasty with Mike Vaccaro
Tara VanDerveer
Legendary women's basketball coach, Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: The state of the game: A conversation with Hall of Famer Tara VanDerveer
Bobby Marks
ESPN's front office insider
ESPN
Episode: NBA tanking, the death of free agency, and the new era of college scouting with Bobby Marks
Jerry Mack
Head football coach, Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw State University
Episode: How Jerry Mack transformed Kennesaw State Football in 12 months
Stephen Silas
USA Basketball head coach for World Cup qualifying
USA Basketball
Episode: The high stakes world of USA Basketball with Stephen Silas
Mark Pantoni
General Manager and Director of Player Personnel, Ohio State Buckeyes Football
Ohio State University
Episode: Inside the Ohio State Football front office: GM Mark Pantoni on the new era of roster building
Will Hardy
Utah Jazz head coach
Utah Jazz
Episode: Will Hardy on the human side of player development, Kevin Love's impact & front office alignment
Josh Longstaff
Charlotte Hornets assistant coach, expert in player development
Charlotte Hornets
Episode: Making players the CEOs of their own development with Hornets assistant coach Josh Longstaff
Pete Thamel
ESPN college football insider
ESPN
Episode: Pete Thamel on Curt Cignetti and the rapid ascent of Indiana football

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Adrian Wojnarowski
Host of The Program with Woj, in the Arena Studios
Matt
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5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
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    Excellent insight to the crazy world of college NIL, recruitment and team building.

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    United States5 months ago

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Brings strong industry guests and practical, business-minded sports discussions.
Provides insight into NIL, recruitment, and program-building.
Sponsorship integration feels natural and informative, not disruptive.

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How George Steinbrenner built the Yankee dynasty with Mike Vaccaro
Q: Did George have a blueprint from day one?
Vaccaro describes how Steinbrenner recognized New York's market potential and sought to rebuild the Yankees through a combination of star acquisitions and brand-building, while eventually investing in a farm system and infrastructure to sustain success.
The state of the game: A conversation with Hall of Famer Tara VanDerveer
Q: How do you see the future of college athletics in terms of conference structure and regional play?
A regional competition approach could preserve rivalries and fan interest while reducing the chaos of national realignments, suggesting that a more rational, regionally focused model might be the way forward.
The state of the game: A conversation with Hall of Famer Tara VanDerveer
Q: What is the one thing a coach must establish in their environment to have a successful season, regardless of level?
The easy answer is to keep joy in the game and help players improve while making the experience meaningful for them, which transcends level and keeps a team bonded and motivated.
The state of the game: A conversation with Hall of Famer Tara VanDerveer
Q: Tara, when you left in 2024, how much of your decision was impacted by changes like the Portal, NIL, or RevShare?
It felt like a perfect storm with the breakup of the Pac-12, but it wasn't any single thing; it was a combination of factors that made a change feel right for me at that time.
How Global Recruiting Has Transformed College Basketball with Jonathan Givony
Q: What differences do you see between international and U.S. recruitment mindsets today?
International players often prioritize growth, playing time, and development, sometimes taking less front-end money to ensure a longer, more valuable collegiate run and potential later transitions to higher levels.

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Conversations focus on how programs are built and sustained at the highest levels of college and professional sports, with an emphasis on roster construction, NIL economics, transfer dynamics, leadership culture, and front-office alignment. A recurring thread is the practical, business-like approach to building durable teams—blending high-stimony coaching insight with front-office rigor, sponsorship integration, and real-world constraints. Noteworthy elements include candid discussions about NIL implications, player development, and the evolving dynamics between coaches, families, and administrators. This shows up across episodes through deep dives with coaches, general managers, and insiders who share concrete strategies, governance consid... more

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1. Mike Vaccaro
2. Tara VanDerveer
3. Bobby Marks
4. Jerry Mack
5. Stephen Silas
6. Mark Pantoni
7. Will Hardy
8. Josh Longstaff

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