The Sports Media Podcast

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The sports media experts at Sports Business Journal have teamed up for a new weekly podcast about sports media. It will cover and discuss the business beyond the buzzer: the hottest headlines, best/worst of the week, network deals, ratings, trends - everything you need to know inside sports media, with the most informed reporters in sports media. New episodes every Wednesday. read less

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The Marchand and Ourand Sports Media Podcast is more than the usual sports podcast. Sports journalists Andrew Marchand and John Ourand host the show. Andrew Marchand is one of The New York Post's sports media columnists. John Ourand is a media reporter for the Sports Business Journal (SBJ). Their friendly career rivalry adds an interesting cooperative antagonism to the podcast. The result creates an engaging show that connects listeners with the hosts' personalities.

Money is a primary driving force behind all forms of entertainment, including sports. The Marchand and Ourand Sports Media Podcast talks about it. The show focuses on the business side of the sports world. They discuss the latest developments in everything listeners want to know. The hosts talk about the biggest sports deals, like Tom Brady's $375 million contract with Fox Sports. They also discuss stories of the day. They explained FOX, CBS, and NBC sharing the rights to Big Ten football without ESPN.

The Marchand and Ourand Sports Media Podcast features many guests. They add more expert insight and entertainment value. NFL sportscasters Kevin Burkhardt and Greg Olsen discuss the upcoming NFL season. They then make their predictions for the next Super Bowl champions. Football announcers Troy Aikman and Joe Buck discuss the latest phase of their legendary careers.

Between hosts' sources and segments like Call of the Week, there's no shortage of content. Whether it's the World Cup, NFL, NBA, or college football, Marchand and Ourand will discuss it. Business might not be the first thing that people associate with sports. Yet, the podcast will surprise listeners with how interesting the subject is. The show is easy to follow and informative. Listeners can stay updated on the business side of their favorite sports. The show has new episodes each week.

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Trailer - The Marchand and Ourand Sports Media Podcast

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Andrew Marchand, senior sports media columnist for the New York Post, and John Ourand, sports media writer at Sports Business Journal, have teamed up for a new weekly podcast about sports media. They'll cover the business beyond the buzzer: the hottest headlines, network deals, ratings, and trends. It’s everything you need to know, from the best sources in the business. New episodes every Wednesday. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episodes

PLL’s Mike and Paul Rabil, BIG3’s Ice Cube

PLL’s Mike and Paul Rabil, BIG3’s Ice Cube

On this week’s pod, Ice Cube joins us to talk about the BIG3 and why he is the all-time president of Raider Nation. Later in the show, Mike and Paul Rabil fill us in on how the growth strategy for the Premier Lacrosse League has led to big gains as the season kicks into high gear.

Fox Sports’ Joel Klatt, Stanley Cup Final puck drop, and a hectic week for ESPN

Fox Sports’ Joel Klatt, Stanley Cup Final puck drop, and a hectic week for ESPN

On this week’s pod, Joel Klatt joins the show to talk all things UFL and college football. The Fox Sports football analyst shares his thoughts on the future of spring football and the changing landscape on the college gridiron. Later in the show, SBJ’s Alex Silverman gets us set for the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers. Plus, Mollie Cahillane fills us in on who’s up and who’s down in sports media.

Kate Abdo, Ramona Shelburne and a modern day “Heidi Moment”

Kate Abdo, Ramona Shelburne and a modern day “Heidi Moment”

On this week’s pod, CBS Sports’ Kate Abdo gets us set for the UEFA Champions League final. ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne shares what went into executive producing her upcoming FX mini-series, "Clipped," about the Donald Sterling saga, and SBJ's Mollie Cahillane joins to tell us who's up and who's down in sports media.

Sue Bird and Dawn Porter talk upcoming doc, Ricardo Viramontes of UNINTERRUPTED and NBA conference finals

Sue Bird and Dawn Porter talk upcoming doc, Ricardo Viramontes of UNINTERRUPTED and NBA conference finals

This week’s pod comes to you from 4se where SBJ’s Austin Karp is joined by basketball legend Sue Bird and award-winning director Dawn Porter as the duo share how their documentary, Power of the Dream, came together and what viewers can expect. Later in the show ,Ricardo Viramontes of The SpringHill Company/UNINTERRUPTED talks about how LeBron James and Maverick Carter are making their own mark in original content. Plus SBJ’s Mollie Cahillane joins the pod to add insight into the WNBA’s hot start and gets us set for the NBA Conference Finals.

NASCAR’s Brian Herbst, NFL Schedule Release, Caitlin Clark Effect

NASCAR’s Brian Herbst, NFL Schedule Release, Caitlin Clark Effect

On this week’s pod, SBJ’s Austin Karp chats with our Big Get, NASCAR SVP/Media and Productions Brian Herbst. The pair talk ahead of All-Star Weekend about how the sanctioning body’s media landscape has shaped up. The Poynter Institute’s Tom Jones drops in to share who’s up and who’s down in sports media. Also on the show, David Cushnan of our sister outlet Leaders in Sport talks about how things are going across the pond. Later in the show, SBJ media writer Mollie Cahillane shares the latest from the network upfronts.

Phoenix Mercury/NBC’s Cindy Brunson, NBA Media Deal, Network Upfronts

Phoenix Mercury/NBC’s Cindy Brunson, NBA Media Deal, Network Upfronts

On this week’s pod, SBJ’s Austin Karp chats with SBJ NBA writer Tom Friend about the pending NBA media Deal. Cindy Brunson of NBC and Phoenix Mercury is our Big Get this week. The sports broadcasting pioneer talks the upcoming WNBA season. Later in the show, SBJ media writer Mollie Cahillane gets us set for the upcoming network upfronts.

Learfield's Cory Moss, MASN/ESPN's Ben McDonald, and Canelo

Learfield's Cory Moss, MASN/ESPN's Ben McDonald, and Canelo

On this week’s pod, SBJ’s Austin Karp has two Big Get interviews. The first is with Learfield's Cory Moss as he talks about his company’s collaboration on EA Sports College Football. Later in the show, we hear from MASN/ESPN baseball analyst Ben McDonald on how he sees the college and professional baseball scene shaking out. SBJ’s Adam Stern shares his thoughts on the upcoming Canelo-Mungia bout on Prime Video and DAZN.

TNT’s Stan Van Gundy, ESPN’s Tim Reed, NBA Playoffs and NFL Draft

TNT’s Stan Van Gundy, ESPN’s Tim Reed, NBA Playoffs and NFL Draft

On this week’s pod, SBJ’s Austin Karp has two Big Get interviews. The first is with TNT’s Stan Van Gundy as he breaks down the NBA Playoffs from the booth. Later in the show, we hear from ESPN’s VP of Programming and Acquisitions Tim Reed as the NFL Draft gets set to kick off on Thursday night in Motown. SBJ’s Tom Friend also joins the show to share his insights into NBA viewership trends.

NBC Olympics’ Molly Solomon, ESPN’s P.K. Subban, the Masters and more

NBC Olympics’ Molly Solomon, ESPN’s P.K. Subban, the Masters and more

On this week’s pod, SBJ’s Austin Karp has two Big Get interviews. The first is with Molly Solomon, who will lead NBC’s production of the Olympics, and she shares what the network is are planning for Paris 2024. Later in the show, we hear from ESPN’s P.K. Subban as the Stanley Cup Playoffs get set to start this weekend. SBJ’s Josh Carpenter also joins the show to share his insights from this year’s Masters, while Karp dishes on how the WNBA Draft’s record-breaking viewership is setting the league up for a new stratosphere of numbers.

Big Get Matt Barrie of ESPN, Masters tees off, LPGA swinging big and UFC 300

Big Get Matt Barrie of ESPN, Masters tees off, LPGA swinging big and UFC 300

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The Athletic’s Richard Deitsch, NCAA tourney numbers are elite, and WrestleMania

The Athletic’s Richard Deitsch, NCAA tourney numbers are elite, and WrestleMania

On this week’s pod, SBJ’s Austin Karp is joined by Richard Deitsch of The Athletic to talk all things sports media. The duo discuss the Caitlin Clark effect, WrestleMania expectations and the Masters. Later in the show SBJ’s Ben Portnoy drops into talk about his thoughts on the Final Four for both the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball tournaments.

Big Get John Smoltz, MLB is back, and busted brackets

Big Get John Smoltz, MLB is back, and busted brackets

On this week’s pod, our Big Get is Fox MLB lead analyst John Smoltz. The Hall of Fame pitcher gets us set for the full start of the MLB season with our host, SBJ’s Austin Karp. Later, SBJ baseball writer Erik Bacharach dives into the latest with RSNs. Also on the show, SBJ golf writer Josh Carpenter dives into the latest as the PGA Tour battles declining TV numbers.

Big Get Jay Wright, March Madness is upon us and ESPN locks up CFP

Big Get Jay Wright, March Madness is upon us and ESPN locks up CFP

On this week’s pod, our Big Get is CBS Sports college basketball analyst Jay Wright. The NCAA Championship-winning coach shares his insight with SBJ’s Austin Karp on key hoops issues and why being well dressed is an important part of his success. Also on the show, Poynter Institute senior writer Tom Jones shares who he has up and who is down in sports media. Later, SBJ’s Ben Portnoy talks the latest on ESPN’s CFP extension and who CBS, TNT Sports and ESPN need to make deep runs in the men’s and women's NCAA basketball tournaments.

ESPN’s Jay Bilas, BTN’s Meghan McKeown, and a deep dive into AppleTV+’s The Dynasty

ESPN’s Jay Bilas, BTN’s Meghan McKeown, and a deep dive into AppleTV+’s The Dynasty

On this week’s Sports Media Podcast from the New York Post and Sports Business Journal, ESPN’s Jay Bilas talks all things NCAA. Big Ten Network’s Meghan McKeown shares her insight into the Caitlin Clark craze. The Boston Globe’s Chad Finn chats all things Bean Town. And SBJ’s Xavier Hunter drops in to share his findings on how the NWSL is making a social media push.

Peter King reflects, Netflix goes live with tennis, and remembering Chris Mortensen

Peter King reflects, Netflix goes live with tennis, and remembering Chris Mortensen

On this week’s Sports Media Podcast from the New York Post and Sports Business Journal, Peter King is the Big Get. SBJ’s Austin Karp chats with the recently retired sports media legend about what’s next, what story was the most difficult to cover and much more as they reflect on King’s legendary career. The Miami Herald’s Barry Jackson also joins the show to share who he thinks is up and who he thinks is down in sports media. Jackson also talks about Caitlin Clark’s potential to move WNBA viewership and the major decisions ahead for David Berson at CBS. Jackson and King also share their fond memories of Chris Mortensen. Later in the pod, SBJ’s Rob Schaefer chimes in with the latest on Netflix’s swing at tennis in Las Vegas and what's coming at Indian Wells.

NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah, “The Match,” Netflix’s Drive to Survive Engine Issues, and Caitlin Clark Sets Another Record

NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah, “The Match,” Netflix’s Drive to Survive Engine Issues, and Caitlin Clark Sets Another Record

On this week’s Sports Media Podcast from the New York Post and Sports Business Journal, SBJ’s Austin Karp is joined by Daniel Jeremiah, NFL Network’s lead draft analyst. The pair talk about a potential move for the NFL Combine, how life lead Jeremiah to this moment and much more Also on the show SBJ’s Josh Carpenter provides insight into “The Match” and its move to Monday night on TNT. Later in the show Leaders in Sports Head of Content David Cushnan and SBJ motorsports writer Adam Stern discuss the upcoming media issues around the start of the F1 season and in Karp’s Corner, we see what the latest record Caitlin Clark helped set.

Sports Media Podcast: Apple TV+ lead voice Taylor Twellman, NBA All-Star Weekend look back and Olympics look ahead

Sports Media Podcast: Apple TV+ lead voice Taylor Twellman, NBA All-Star Weekend look back and Olympics look ahead

On this week’s pod, we get you set for the start of the MLS season. SBJ’s Austin Karp is joined by Apple TV+ lead MLS voice Taylor Twellman to talk about the upcoming season. The duo discuss the “Messi Effect” and the storylines to keep an eye on this season. SBJ’s Alex Silverman also chimes in with what he is taking a look at as the Major League Soccer season kicks off. Later in the pod, SBJ’s Rachel Axon talks up expectations for the Paris Olympics.

Episode 126: Super Bowl's Broken Record, NBA All-Star Game, NASCAR president Steve Phelps, and Fox Analyst Clint Bowyer

Episode 126: Super Bowl's Broken Record, NBA All-Star Game, NASCAR president Steve Phelps, and Fox Analyst Clint Bowyer

In this Valentine's Day edition of the Sports Media Podcast from the New York Post and Sports Business Journal, SBJ's Austin Karp puts a bow on the Chiefs Super Bowl victory and the Big Game's record-breaking audience numbers. With the Daytona 500 right around the corner, SBJ's Adam Stern, NASCAR President Steve Phelps and NASCAR on Fox analyst Clint Bowyer drop in to talk about what to expect in the "Great American Race" as well as the new Netflix series, "Full Speed." And with the NBA All-Star Game set for the Indianapolis, SBJ's Tom Friend holds court on the the league's media landscape and his expectation from the festivities in the Circle City.

Episode 125: Super Bowl LVIII is upon us plus Big Get Guests Harold Bryant of CBS and Fred Gaudelli of Amazon and NBC Sports

Episode 125: Super Bowl LVIII is upon us plus Big Get Guests Harold Bryant of CBS and Fred Gaudelli of Amazon and NBC Sports

On this week's pod, 57 Emmy Awards worth of Super Bowl insight. First SBJ's Austin Karp is joined by Ben Fischer from Las Vegas talk the upcoming Super Bowl. The duo discuss reaction to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's definitive answer on if the Super Bowl's streaming future and other things that have stood out leading up to the Super Bowl. Later in the show CBS Executive Producer and Executive VP, Production, Harold Bryant joins to talk about what we can expect from the entire Paramount family for the Super Bowl and then Fred Gaudelli, Executive Producer of NBC’s “Sunday Night Football and Thursday Night Football on Prime Video joins to give insight on how he is viewing this year's Super Bowl.

Episode 124: Super Bowl matchup set, NHL All-Star Game heads north, and the Taylor Swift Effect

Episode 124: Super Bowl matchup set, NHL All-Star Game heads north, and the Taylor Swift Effect

New name, same great information. In this week's Sports Media Podcast from the New York Post and Sports Business Journal, SBJ's Austin Karp reacts to the Super Bowl matchup between the Chiefs and 49ers with SBJ Football Writer Ben Fischer. The duo also discuss Who's Up and Who's Down in Sports Media, the NFL Pro Bowl, and Super Bowl Opening Night. SBJs's Alex Silverman also joins Karp to talk about the upcoming NHL All-Star Game in Toronto and how some NHL RSNs are finding success in surprising ways. All of this plus Karp's Corner takes a deeper look into the "Taylor Swift effect."