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Episode 234 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt. The “SportsCenter” host talks about what it’s like doing live shows immediately following the NBA Finals, how much of a rush he still gets from live TV, the real story behind him never being invited to the ESPYs, whether he’d have Lavar Ball on his show, whether the legalization of sports betting has changed anything, the time he got pranked on a live “SportsCenter” and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 233 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with ESPN NHL Senior Writer, Greg Wyshynski. Greg talks about joining ESPN two years ago after a very lengthy career running Yahoo’s “Puck Daddy” blog, his evolution as a writer, whether he gets frustrated by the NHL’s standing in the U.S., why the schedule hurts the league, what the NHL’s future regarding television rights looks like and much more.As a bonus, Jimmy’s longtime friend, Rich O’Malley joins the podcast to talk about his new book, “One Lucky Fan,” which details his mission to see every stadium and arena for all the teams in each of the four major U.S. sports leagues. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 232 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features interviews with Action Network Senior Executive Producer, Darren Rovell and New York Post sports media columnist, Andrew Marchand. Rovell discusses the blowback he got from spoiling the end of James Holzhauer’s “Jeopardy!" streak, how many followers he lost, whether he’d do it again and whether Twitter can do a better job handling spoiler in general. Marchand then joins the podcast to talk about the ramifications of athletes not speaking to the media after a game, NBA Finals ratings, a big behind-the-scenes “Monday Night Football” move, “Sunday Night Baseball’s” issues and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 231 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with “Washington Post’  sports media reporter, Ben Strauss. During the podcast, Strauss and host Jimmy Traina discuss the recent sale of Sports Illustrated to Authentic Brands Group, the increasing presence of Stephen A. Smith and how ESPN handled Smith’s reaction to the controversial Magic Johnson story written by colleague, Baxter Holmes, the longevity of Mike Breen, why ESPN’s President Jimmy Pitaro keeps insisting the network doesn’t cover politics and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 230 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with newly retired NFL star, Chris Long and a chat with SI senior writer, Grant Wahl.Long discusses his love for ‘Game of Thrones, recapping each episode for SI.com during the final season of the show and the finale that disappointed many viewers. He also talks about retiring from the NFL, whether he’d come back to the Eagles and the new media company he his starting up.Wahl then joins the show to talk about his new SI podcast series, “Throwback,” which tells the story of the 1991 Women’s U.S. Soccer team, soccer’s popularity, how he covers the sports and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 229 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features two interviews. First up is Boston Globe sports media columnist, Chad Finn. He discusses a variety of topics with host Jimmy Traina, including NBA playoff ratings, what ESPN should do about their weak NBA studio show, the dominance of TNT’s NBA studio show, the level of interest in Tiger Woods at the PGA Championship, Tom Brady’s “friendship” with Donald Trump, FOX’s desire to challenge ESPN’s College GameDay and more.The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis then joins the show to talk about his new article, “The Stat Pack: Why Sportscasters Idolize Howard Stern.” With Howard Stern releasing a new book, Curtis and Traina talk about Stern's various connections to sports even though Stern hates sports. They also talk about Howard’s evolution as a broadcaster and interviewer. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 228 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with ESPN’s lead NBA play-by-play man, Mike Breen. The veteran broadcaster talks about what his season is like calling national games for ESPN and local games for the Knicks. He also discusses the chemistry he has with Jeff Van Gundy and Mark Jackson, what it was like to work over the years with analysts such as Hubie Brown, Walt “Clyde” Frazier and Bill Walton. Breen, who was working with Walton at the time, also reminisces about calling the “Malice in the Palace. Other topics covered on the podcast: Will Kevin Durant come to the Knicks? Is LeBron James missed during the playoffs? Are we sick of the Warriors?  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 227 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with NFL Network Insider, Ian Rapoport. The information man talks about his relationship with Adam Schefter, the scoop he missed out on that irritates him the most, all the fake Ian Rapoport Twitter accounts, the stress of his job, the event he loves to cover the most, the most difficult even to cover and much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 226 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features an interview with Jim Nantz of CBS Sports. So far in 2019, the veteran play-by-play man has called an epic AFC title game between the Patriots and Chiefs, one of the most boring Super Bowls of all time, a thrilling Final Four (including Virginia’s stunning comeback in the title game) and a little golf tournament known as The Masters won by Tiger Woods. Nantz goes in-depth on all these topics. He also explains why he has no use for Twitter, talks about the NFL schedule release and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 225 of the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast features interviews with two sports media reporters. First up is Ben Strauss of the “Washington Post.” Then, Andrew Marchand of the "New York Post" joins the show.Strauss discusses CBS’ Masters coverage and ratings, LeBron James possibly doing a guest spot on “Inside the NBA,” the differences between DAZN and ESPN+, the evolution of Deadspin and more.Marchand breaks down all aspect of the big Mike Francesa-Michael Kay sports-talk radio war that hit a fever pitch this week.A special thanks to LightStream and don't forget to go to lightstream.com/simedia Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy