The Sports Media Podcast

On the pod this week, host Austin Karp brings in Dick Vitale to talk about his new namesake hoops event and how he sees all the changes to college basketball. Plus, SiriusXM and SmartLess Media have a new show, “We Need a Fourth,” and co-hosts Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne come on the pod with their unique approach to talking about golf. And with numbers in for the first two rounds, MLB viewership has skyrocketed, but can it continue that success with some smaller markets in the LCS.1:21 This Week in Sport's Media5:49 Dick Vitale Interview16:38 Ask Austin18:30 We Need a Fourth Intervew35:40 Karp's Corner Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The podcast features a fascinating roundtable on NFL media rights, discussing opt-out rumors and streamer interests. NASCAR's viewership challenges and rights fragmentation take center stage, alongside Formula One's potential new deal with Apple. The NBA's massive media deal and local TV constraints are explored, as is golf's strategy on tournament tiering. Highlights include Kate Scott's return to WNBA broadcasting and the revenue spikes from MLB wild card viewership. NBC's new NBA studio show, featuring basketball legends, promises engaging moments for fans.

Steve Levy, a veteran ESPN anchor and play-by-play voice, dives into the exciting world of NHL storytelling as the season approaches. He shares insights into Kirill Kaprizov's record contract and Connor McDavid's contract drama, highlighting the league's dynamics. Levy also discusses offseason injuries, the return of Olympic hockey, and identifies potential breakout teams like Detroit. Additionally, he reflects on memorable hockey films and his friendship with Barry Melrose while contrasting the broadcasting styles of football and hockey.

Brandel Chamblee, a veteran Golf Channel analyst, shares insider insights on the Ryder Cup, discussing its unique anticipation and studio prep differences. He reflects on evolving commentary styles and the PGA Tour's challenges, highlighting LIV defections. Grace McNamara from the Big Ten emphasizes the surge in women's sports viewership, particularly in volleyball, and hints at exciting developments like a potential women's conference tournament. They also explore media rights shifts impacting the NFL, revealing how sports might bridge significant industry disputes.

On the pod this week, host Austin Karp chats with SBJ’s Josh Carpenter about what a combined Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. Discovery could look like, particularly with the sports portfolios of CBS Sports and TNT Sports. The duo also get into Prime Video’s deal with the Masters, Molly Qerim and Malika Andrews moves at ESPN, big numbers for NFL Week 2 and how CBS’ NFL national window in Week 2 will have a distinct ‘70s feel.1:12 PARAMOUNT WBD POSSIBLE MERGER3:49 THE MASTERS ON AMAZON PRIME7:41 MOLLY QERIM AND MALIKA ANDREWS ESPN NEWS10:28 NFL WEEK 2 RATINGS12:38 WNBA RATINGS13:53 CANELO CRAWFORD NETFLIX NUMBERS15:36 NFL TODAY 50TH ANNIVERSARY ON CBS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hillary Mandel, Executive Vice President at IMG, joins to discuss vital media rights deals for the UFC, WWE, and the U.S. Open. They explore the explosive viewership trends for Week 1 of the NFL season and the growing influence of data analytics in sports broadcasting. Mandel also shares insights on potential growth avenues for leagues like the NWSL. Additionally, the conversation highlights the U.S. Open’s cultural significance and record attendance, alongside emerging trends in college football and basketball's appeal in America.

On the pod this week, host Austin Karp gets set for NFL season. SBJ football reporter Ben Fischer talks dishes on the Eagles and Cowboys, YouTube's NFL debut and the future of who might air games. Plus, ESPN's Seth Wickersham dishes on his new book about QBs and how it feels to have the NFL as an equity investor in ESPN. 1:10 BEN FISCHER SEGMENT16:36 SETH WICKERSHAM INTERVIEW29:34 KARPS CORNER Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Portnoy, a college sports writer for SBJ, shares insights on the shifting dynamics of college football viewership and the legacy of Lee Corso as he prepares to retire from "College GameDay." Brad Schwartz, President of The CW, discusses the network's rapid transformation into a live sports contender with significant partnerships in NASCAR and college football. They explore the evolving media rights landscape and the strategic moves that will shape the future of sports broadcasting and audience measurement.

On the pod this week, host Austin Karp chats with Chapman and Maclain Way, directors of the new Netflix docuseries “America’s Team: The Gambler and his Cowboys” about how they put the project together and the character that is Jerry Jones. Karp is also joined by SBJ golf reporter Josh Carpenter to discuss a big week in the sport and how the star power of Scottie Scheffler is growing beyond hardcore golf fans. Finally, TNT Sports studio host Adam Lefkoe dishes on the addition of Big 12 football, his foray into tennis at Roland Garros earlier this year and the release that he gets from hosting “The Big Podcast with Shaq.” Be sure to like and subscribe wherever podcasts are available. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the pod this week, host Austin Karp chats with SBJ combat sports reporter Adam Stern about the massive Paramount-TKO Group deal for UFC. Karp is then joined by Keith Cossrow of NFL Films about the many projects his group is leading. Finally, we whip around the sports media landscape to talk ESPN and Fox partnering up around DTC, big viewership for the Little League Softball World Series and much more. 1:12 Paramount-UFC Deal10:03 Keith Cossrow Interview29:24 Quick Hitters Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.