Best Sportswriters Podcasts (2025)

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Jane Leavy (Sportswriter) 26:53

14d ago26:53

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Legendary sportswriter Jane Leavy is my guest on this month's episode of Lost Ballparks. We’re gonna relive Sandy Koufax’s perfect game at Dodger Stadium in ’65 that was so expertly chronicled in her bestselling biography A Lefty’s Legacy, and hear some bold potentially game changing ideas from her latest book: Make Me Commissioner: I Know What’s W…

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Mike Safo with Jane Leavy, New York Times Best-Selling Author and Trailblazing Reporter / Sportswriter 1:15:09

24d ago1:15:09

1:15:09

Joined today with New York Times best-selling author and trailblazing sportswriter, Jane Leavy. Jane talks about growing up in New York City, the foods she misses most, and what it was like to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at Yankee Stadium. Jane shares stories from her groundbreaking career at The Washington Post, covering everything from t…

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Sportswriter Jim Souhan | VIKINGS WIN! | The Life Gorgeous 51:35

20d ago51:35

51:35

The Vikings beat the Lions! Longtime Mpls StarTribune sports columnist Jim Souhan is back from Detroit and joins The Life Gorgeous. Jim and Kilby discuss the immense value of Blake Cashman, the resurgent defense, and...what everyone wants: HOW GOOD IS JJ MCCARTHY?! Kilby thinks he's going to be good. Jim thinks he's going to be VERY good. They both…

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First Look: ESPN's Malika Andrews and Chiney Ogwumike on the role of agents for sports broadcasters 11:05

19h ago11:05

11:05

Here's a short clip from our interview with ESPN's ESPN's Malika Andrews and Chiney Ogwumike. In this preview clip, the two broadcasters talk about how they see their agents and how young people in the business should think about talent agents. The full interview will be out Dec. 4. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and m…

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Teresa Resch, president of the Toronto Tempo, on building a WNBA franchise 41:10

1d ago41:10

41:10

Episode 567 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Teresa Resch, the president of the Toronto Tempo, which makes its WNBA debut in 2026. In this podcast Resch discusses the process of hiring Sandy Brondello as the franchise's first head coach; how the interviews with Brondello were conducted; the challenges of building a WNBA fra…

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FAN QUESTIONS | Leadership | The Life Gorgeous 21:01

7h ago21:01

21:01

Kilby is back from a wonderful Thanksgiving road trip and answers Fan Questions. There were two highlights that stood out: a new California town Kilby discovered and a new restaurant up in Templeton, CA that served up an amazing Thanksgiving dinner. Plus, there is pain in Viking land...let Craiggers help and heal. And a lot of you have probably nev…

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First Look: How do you build a new pro sports franchise? 6:54

3d ago6:54

6:54

Here's a short clip from our interview with Teresa Resch, president of the WNBA's Toronto Tempo. The team begins play in 2026. In this preview clip, Resch discusses where her expansion team as far as hiring and ticket sale approaches. The full interview will be out Dec. 2. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more. To le…

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Will the Chiefs-Cowboys game on Thanksgiving be the most-watched regular season game ever? 27:48

9d ago27:48

27:48

Episode 566 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Jon Lewis, editor and founder of Sports Media Watch. In this podcast we discuss the Chiefs-Cowboys game airing on CBS on Thanksgiving Day and the prospect of the game breaking the current NFL regular season viewership single-game viewership record (42 million for Cowboys-Giants i…

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING | Jonny Athletic | The Life Gorgeous 34:29

3h ago34:29

34:29

It's a Thanksgiving celebration with Jonny Athletic. Jon and Kilby discuss their favorite Thanksgiving sides including dressing with sausage! And while neither one of them has ever cooked a turkey - stunning - one of them reveals he's the official turkey carver. Plus, the JJ McCarthy debacle and Wolves trade talk. No leftovers here, everything is d…

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Major League Baseball's new media deals — and here comes Netflix 32:27

13d ago32:27

32:27

Episode 565 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features a roundtable discussion with Jon Lewis of Sports Media Watch and Austin Karp of Sports Business Journal. In this podcast we discuss Major League Baseball's new three-year media rights agreements with ESPN, NBCUniversal and Netflix; what we think of the deal; the return of NBC to …

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SBJ's Ben Fischer on the NFL's biggest business stories — and whether we could ever see a 20-game regular season 38:48

15d ago38:48

38:48

Episode 564 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Ben Fischer, who covers the NFL and all other professional football news for Sports Business Journal. In this podcast, Fischer discusses his reporting on "The Next Commissioner: The vexing task of finding the next generation of sports leadership"; who is line to ultimately succee…

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Mike Safo with Buddy McGirt, Former Boxing World Champion, Hall of Famer & Trainer 52:39

9d ago52:39

52:39

Joined today by former junior welterweight & welterweight world champion, Hall of Famer, and legendary boxing trainer Buddy McGirt. Buddy talks about what brought him to London, training fighters around the world, and what he misses most about living in Florida. We dive growing up in Brentwood, Long Island, famously starting boxing at age 12, and h…

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First Look: SBJ's Ben Fischer on who could replace Roger Goodell as the next NFL Commissioner 6:04

16d ago6:04

6:04

Here's a short clip from our interview with Ben Fischer, who covers the NFL for Sports Business Journal. In this preview clip, Fischer discusses the candidates and skill set needed to replace Roger Goodell when he ultimately leaves his NFL commissioner job. The full interview will be out on Wednesday. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podc…

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JJ McCarthy needs a hug | Gaardsy! | The Life Gorgeous 46:39

13d ago46:39

46:39

Both the Vikings and Wolves lose big games and Justin Gaard from KFAN in Minneapolis joins Kilby to discuss...including JJ's passing issues, the pressure on KOC and the fact that the Vikes most likely can forget about making the playoffs. Plus, some fun. What does a Gaardsy Thanksgiving look like? And where will Kilby be for the special meal? All o…

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Episode 16: Nationals Manager, Blake Butera 1:05:33

16d ago1:05:33

1:05:33

Nationals Skipper Blake Butera talks about his baseball journey, his plans for the Nats young talent, and becoming a father on the same day he accepted his new job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLB.com

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The emergence of Robbie Hummel as a leading basketball voice 42:26

20d ago42:26

42:26

Episode 563 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features NBA and college basketball analyst Robbie Hummel, who has jobs with NBC Sports, CBS Sports, Turner Sports and Big Ten Network. Regarding his NBC Sports duties, Hummel is a game analyst for Peacock and NBC situated on the bench as opposed to the traditional broadcast spot. In this…

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CNBC's Alex Sherman on the YouTube TV-ESPN/Disney dispute 33:45

23d ago33:45

33:45

Episode 562 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Alex Sherman, a CNBC media and sports reporter, the author of the CNBC Sport newsletter and the host of the CNBC Sport Videocast. In this podcast Sherman discusses YouTube TV subscribers dealing with all of Disney’s programming being removed until the two sides reach a new carria…

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Wolves Win. Vikes Lose | Candid Kyle Theige | The Life Gorgeous 50:23

19d ago50:23

50:23

Comedic, comforting Kyle Theige joins The Life Gorgeous to talk about the Vikings frustrating loss to the Ravens. KOC is taking some heat as if Justin Jefferson. Both Kilby and Kyle still think JJ McCarthy could be the guy - he just needs more experience. Plus, the Wolves beat up on bad teams and Kyle absolutely loves Jaden McDaniels. There's also …

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Best-selling sports writer Jeff Pearlman on why he wrote a book on Tupac Shakur 36:35

24d ago36:35

36:35

Episode 561 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features best-selling author Jeff Pearlman, whose latest book is "Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives Of Tupac Shakur." In this podcast Pearlman, who has written books on Walter Payton, the Dallas Cowboys, Bo Jackson. The Lakers and the 1986 Mets among others, discusses why he spent thr…

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What will the massive World Series viewership numbers mean for MLB heading forward? Plus, do the teams leading the AFC draw your interest? 37:51

27d ago37:51

37:51

Episode 560 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Sports Media Watch editor and founder Jon Lewis. In this podcast Lewis and Deitsch discuss the World Series viewership numbers, including the Game 7 average of 27.33 million viewers on FOX; why this series produced the numbers it did; the viewership in Canada and Japan; what it m…

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First Look: How do you sell a sports book in 2025? 5:42

28d ago5:42

5:42

Here's a short clip from our interview with Jeff Pearlman, the best-selling author whose latest book is "Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives Of Tupac Shakur." In this preview clip of the full interview on Friday, Pearlman discusses what he sees as the best avenue to sell a sports book in 2025. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, …

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Introducing Free Range with Von Miller 2:31

29d ago2:31

2:31

Step inside the mind of NFL legend Von Miller as he goes free range — from the gridiron to the culture at large. Each week, Von breaks down the biggest football stories, dives into the world of sports and entertainment, and chops it up with athletes, artists, and trendsetters shaping the conversation. Equal parts football IQ, locker room energy, an…

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Bonus Podcast: The Blue Jays lose in heartbreaking fashion. What's next? 43:25

30d ago43:25

43:25

In this podcast, longtime Canadian sports broadcaster Donnovan Bennett joins the Sports Media Podcast following Toronto’s Game 7 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2025 World Series. In the podcast we discuss the Game 7 loss; if winning is the only thing that matters here; the biggest moments in Game 7; how we should think about Jeff Hoffman gi…

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ESPN college football and NFL analyst Booger McFarland 35:53

1M ago35:53

35:53

Episode 559 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features ESPN college football and NFL analyst Booger McFarland. In this podcast McFarland discusses working at ESPN for 11 years and how he has been able to find his place at ESPN; how to morph between NFL and college football content; why Brian Kelly was fired by LSU and how he sees the…

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FIrst Look: ESPN's Booger McFarland on the most money he won during a plane flight card game 4:55

1M ago4:55

4:55

Here's a short clip from our interview with Booger McFarland, the ESPN college football and NFL studio analyst. In this preview clip of the full interview on Monday, as part of a larger answer on sports gambling, McFarland discusses card games played on flights when he was in the NFL. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and…

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Bonus Podcast: The Blue Jays are F-ing One Game Away From Winning The World Series 42:04

1M ago42:04

42:04

In this podcast, longtime Canadian sports broadcaster Donnovan Bennett joins the Sports Media Podcast following Toronto’s Game 5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series. In the podcast we discuss the remarkable run of the Blue Jays this postseason; Trey Yesavage’s incredible performance; the continued effectiveness of the bottom of the…

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How Jerry Jones, Robert Kraft, and Roger Goodell Turned the N.F.L. Into a Cultural & Economic Juggernaut 34:21

1M ago34:21

34:21

Episode 558 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Ken Belson, who writes about sports, power and money for The New York Times. He is the author of a new book, "Every Day Is Sunday: How Jerry Jones, Robert Kraft, and Roger Goodell Turned the N.F.L. Into a Cultural & Economic Juggernaut." In this podcast, Belson discusses how does…

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Sirius XM’s Dani Wexelman and Jenny Cavnar on hosting a national World Series pregame show 46:34

1M ago46:34

46:34

Episode 557 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Dani Wexelman and Jenny Cavnar, who lead SiriusXM’s pre-game shows on the MLB Network Radio channel prior to every World Series game. In this podcast the guests discuss the goal of a good baseball pregame show; expectations for the rest of the World Series; working in a male-majo…

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THE BEST OF KILBORN | ESPN's John Buccigross | The Life Gorgeous 1:11:35

1M ago1:11:35

1:11:35

BEST OF KILBORN. ESPN's John Buccigross joins Kilby for a spirited conversation about all the important things in life: childhood memories, high school hoops, getting a solid 8 hours of sleep, and favorite alcoholic beverages...but wait, there's more. John shares his Top 5 Movies of All-Time and plays the Life Gorgeous Quiz. This is jam-packed youn…

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First Look: How do NFL owners look at sports gambling? 5:44

1M ago5:44

5:44

Here's a short clip from our interview with Ken Belson, who writes about sports, power and money at the NFL and for The New York Times. He is the author of a new book, "Every Day Is Sunday: How Jerry Jones, Robert Kraft, and Roger Goodell Turned the N.F.L. Into a Cultural & Economic Juggernaut." In this preview clip of the full interview later this…

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The Athletic's Mike Vorkunov on the business of basketball in 2025 and beyond 53:30

1M ago53:30

53:30

Episode 556 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Mike Vorkunov, a basketball writer at The Athletic who covers the intersection of business and basketball. He is also the host and founder of Business Decision, a new podcast and YouTube show that focuses on the intersection of sports, money and power. In this podcast we discuss …

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First Look: How will the Kawhi Leonard-L.A. Clippers-Aspiration story play out? 6:10

1M ago6:10

6:10

Here’s a short clip from our upcoming interview with Mike Vorkunov, a basketball writer at The Athletic who covers the intersection of business and basketball. In this clip, we discuss how the Kawhi Leonard-Clippers-Aspiration story will play out. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. To learn more about listener d…

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Bonus Podcast: The Toronto Blue Jays F-ing Did It! 44:28

1M ago44:28

44:28

In this podcast, longtime Canadian sports broadcasters Donnovan Bennett and Arash Madani join the Sports Media podcast following Toronto's Game 7 win over the Seattle Mariners in the American League Championship Series. In this podcast we discuss the remarkable season the Blue Jays have had; how Game 7 was won; where George Springer's seventh-innin…

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WOLVES Preview | VIKES Debacle | The Life Gorgeous 40:15

1M ago40:15

40:15

The Timberwolves group chat is back with Phil Mackey and Scott Shapiro. The Big 3 preview the Wolves upcoming season with predictions on where the Wolves finish in the West and where ANT finishes in the MVP race. Also, someone thinks Terrance Shannon Jr is going to be. stud. Plus, the Vikes lose a winnable game to the Eagles. It hurts. Jalen. Bring…

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Here comes ESPN, Prime Video, NBC (and Michael Jordan) into your NBA homes 53:40

1M ago53:40

53:40

Episode 555 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features a roundtable with Jon Lewis, the founder and editor of Sports Media Watch, and Chad Finn, the sports media writer for the Boston Globe. In this podcast we discuss the NBA's new media rights partners -- NBC, Prime Video, and ESPN; the big coverage things we will be watching for th…

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Who Killed the Montreal Expos? 30:50

2M ago30:50

30:50

Episode 554 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Jean-François Poisson and Marie-Christine Pouliot, the director and executive producer of "Who Killed the Montreal Expos?," a sports documentary debuting on Netflix on Oct. 21. As the title says, the 90-minute doc examines how the Montreal Expos ultimately departed Montreal. In t…

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Julia Alexander of Puck might be the best media analyst working today 55:11

2M ago55:11

55:11

Episode 553 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Julia Alexander, a media correspondent for Puck and the founder and author of Posting Nexus, a subscriber-based pub which you can find on Substack. She is the former VP of Strategy at Parrot Analytics, where she advised clients on the tectonic shifts in tech, media, and telecom. …

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First Look: Where are sports fans going today for social media? 7:50

2M ago7:50

7:50

Here’s a short clip from our upcoming interview with Julia Alexander, the media correspondent for Puck and one of the foremost experts on media in the U.S. The full interview will be available on Thursday. In this clip, Alexander discusses how social media has splintered for sports discussion and how the idea of one social media site being the cent…

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Head Coach Chris Finch! | The Life Gorgeous 41:37

2M ago41:37

41:37

Finchy! Minnesota Timberwolves Chris Finch joins The Life Gorgeous and this is the momentum we need to have a great season. Finchy and Kilby discuss Julius Randle breaking out in the playoffs, the enigmatic Rob Dillingham, Terrance Shannon Jr attacking the rim, and what exactly did ANT add to his game. Plus, The Life Gorgeous Quiz - does Finchy kno…

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Bonus Podcast: Why the Blue Jays are the biggest story in Canada right now 39:36

2M ago39:36

39:36

In this podcast, longtime Canadian sports broadcaster Donnovan Bennett joins the Sports Media podcast following their four-game win over the Yankees in the ALDS. In this podcast we discuss why the team has captured the attention of Canada beyond sports fans; Vladmir Guerrero Jr. trolling the Yankees; broadcasters who admit their fandom; what the To…

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Emergency Podcast: Can the Toronto Blue Jays conquer America? 30:12

2M ago30:12

30:12

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How Amazon Prime Video thinks about sports 52:51

2M ago52:51

52:51

By Audacy

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BEST OF KILBORN. Alison Martino | Vintage Los Angeles | The Life Gorgeous 43:58

2M ago43:58

43:58

By Cloud10

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First Look: How Dirk Nowitzki and Steve Nash ended up at Prime Video 4:49

2M ago4:49

4:49

Here’s a short clip from our upcoming interview with Jared Stacy, the Vice President of Global Live Sports Production for Prime Video. The full interview will be available on Tuesday. In this clip, Stacy discusses how Hall of Fame basketball players Dirk Nowitzki and Steve Nash ended up becoming part of Amazon's upcoming NBA coverage. You can subsc…

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The ESPN of Western sports 44:57

2M ago44:57

44:57

Episode 551 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Deirdre Lester, the CEO of Teton Ridge, a leading Western sports and entertainment brands. Teton Ridge owns The Cowboy Channel, a national 24 hour broadcast and digital outlet that airs over 600 annual Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) sanctioned rodeos worldwide amon…

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Episode 15: President of Baseball Operations, Paul Toboni 1:05:50

2M ago1:05:50

1:05:50

Kolko and Zim chat with new President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni about his vision for the team, his philosophy on coaching, his time as a college baseball player, and more. Plus, a look back on the 2025 season and Zim answers a fan’s question about where number 11 came from. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Terry Tata (Umpire 1973-1999) 33:55

2M ago33:55

33:55

85-year-old former MLB umpire Terry Tata spent 27 years in the big leagues (1973-1999) calling the action behind the plate. From 3 All-Star Games and 4 World Series to 5 no-hitters and one of baseball’s longest games, he’s here to pull back the curtain on the toughest—and most thankless—job in the game. Send us a text…

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Sports media roundtable with SBJ's Austin Karp and SMW's Jon Lewis 50:16

2M ago50:16

50:16

Episode 550 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Sports Media Watch editor and founder Jon Lewis and SBJ media reporter Austin Karp. In this podcast, Lewis, Karp and I discuss MLB's increase in viewership nationally year over year; Karp's SBJ's report on which local MLB markets did well and which struggled; baseball's value as …

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