The Herd with Colin Cowherd Colin Cowherd Podcast - ABC Reinstates Jimmy Kimmel, Packers HUGE Advantage, New York vs. Chicago Sports
Sep 26, 2025
Danny Parkins, a dynamic sports radio personality and co-host on FS1’s First Things First, joins to discuss the reinstatement of Jimmy Kimmel and the pressures of free speech in entertainment. They contrast the sports cultures of Chicago and New York, highlighting the differences in fan loyalty and media landscapes. Colin argues the Packers’ unique ownership structure provides them a competitive edge, while Danny reflects on the complexities of coaching decisions and why patience matters in the NFL. They dive into how playoff stakes elevate interest in sports, particularly baseball.
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Corporate Decisions Follow Local Power
- Colin says Bob Iger reinstated Jimmy Kimmel because Disney's creative base and local influence made rescinding the firing untenable.
- He argues corporate decisions often boil down to sex, power, and money tied to where leadership lives and their alliances.
Platform Consistency Matters On Free Speech
- Danny Parkins argues podcasters who built brands around free speech owe commentary when a clear First Amendment overreach occurs.
- He notes many right- and left-leaning hosts united to defend Kimmel on this specific free-speech principle.
Stick To Your Brand Focus
- Colin advises sticking to your brand and avoid diluting it with politics or unrelated topics.
- He emphasizes choosing topics that move the needle for your audience and skipping bureaucratic, low-interest stories.