The Ringer: Bill Simmons
How I Built This with Guy Raz
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The Early Podcasting Boom and Internal Struggles at ESPN
This chapter explores the unexpected rise of podcasting in the late 2000s, highlighting the introduction of high-profile guests and creative projects amid internal tensions at ESPN. It reveals the challenges faced in balancing content creation, management disputes, and the push for a new multimedia platform while grappling with issues of loyalty and creative integrity. The narrative culminates in a pivotal moment of public criticism towards the NFL commissioner, underscoring the complexities of navigating corporate dynamics in media.
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