Episode 453 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features an interview with SiriusXM radio host, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo. The radio Hall of Famer, who also hosts "High Heat" on the MLB Network and appears on "First Take" each Wednesday, discusses going viral recently for his interview with Joey Votto, which featured Votto cutting a WWE-like promo on Russo. Russo also sheds light on his future in sports media and explains why he may change something after the Super Bowl....
Aug 03, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 452 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features an interview with WWE superstar, Seth Rollins. Rollings talks about his SummerSlam match with Finn Balor at Ford Field in Detroit, the prospects of being in a storyline with his wife, Becky Lynch, his standing with Cody Rhodes and the evolution of the WWE Universe embracing and singing his theme song for extremely long periods of time. Rollins also explains what happened when he went viral for a "Monday Night Raw" segment gone...
Aug 01, 2023•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 451 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features an interview with longtime sports columnist Bob Kravitz. Kravitz was laid off from The Athletic last month and recently wrote a scathing Substack article about his time at the company. Kravitz goes in-depth on his time at the Athletic telling him he had to generate a large amount of subscriptions while he was recovering from quadruple bypass surgery. He also talks about the reaction he got from his Substack article, the state of sport...
Jul 27, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 450 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features an interview with WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes. Rhodes discusses all aspects of the new Peacock documentary about his life, "American Nightmare: Becoming Cody Rhodes." In addition, Rhodes also talks about losing to Roman Reigns at WrestleMania and the overwhelming reaction from disappointed WWE fans, how Vince McMahon recruited him back to WWE, a possible storyline with Triple H, his relationship with his father, Dusty Rhodes and...
Jul 25, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 449 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features an interview with the man behind Pro Football Talk, Mike Florio. Topics covered include the Jets over-the-top reluctance to appear on HBO's "Hard Knocks" this season, whether Bill Belichick is actually on the hot seat in New England this season, whether the NFL will ever allow fans to purchase games for just a single team, the latest controversy with running backs being devalued and not getting mega contracts and much more...
Jul 20, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 448 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," features a conversation with New York Post sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand about the latest sports media news. The lead topic is ESPN parting ways with Jeff Van Gundy and whether the NBA had anything to do with the move, where Van Gundy could end up and what ESPN will do for its top NBA booth. Other topics include the "New York Times" shutting down its sports department and using The Athletic for its sports coverage, how Derek J...
Jul 13, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast On episode 447 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina," Jimmy discusses the recent on-air talent layoffs at ESPN. The most shocking name announced was Jeff Van Gundy. Why did it happen? What are Van Gundy's options? What would be the best scenario for Van Gundy. Jimmy also explains why it's wrong to blame Pat McAfee for any of the layoffs, why the people who were let go should remain positive and much more. Later in the podcast, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jim...
Jun 30, 2023•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 446 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with SiriusXM radio host and CBS Sports Network host, Adam Schein. Schein talks about why he loves radio so much, the challenges of doing a national show for SiriusXM and the differences between hosting a radio show and podcast. Other topics covered with Schein include who he'd like to interview right now, what he does on the radio during a slow news day, the radio gimmicks he hates, why he took on a podcast, having ...
Jun 29, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 445 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with The Ringer's Editor-At-Large, Bryan Curtis on all the latest sports media news. Topics covered with Curtis include Stephen A. Smith seemingly having no restrictions on his non-ESPN podcast and what a change that is for the World Wide Leader, the recent layoffs for The Athletic and the company's change in direction, whether the media should cover Zion Williamson's apparent personal life drama and much mor...
Jun 22, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 444 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with ESPN's Scott Van Pelt. The "SportsCenter" anchor, who is also the network's lead golf host, talks about the shocking PGA-LIV merger, his initial reaction to the news, what he heard from players on both tours and whether he thinks the merger will ultimately be good for the sport. Van Pelt also shares his thoughts on his broadcasting future and reveals that he doesn't see himself hosting "SportsC...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 443 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Radio Hall of Famer, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo. Russo talks about radio shows vs. podcasts and how radio has changed over the years and how sports talk hosts can no longer just do sports. He also shares his thoughts on re-upping with "First Take" for another year, how his relationship with JJ Redick has improved over the past few months and Pat McAfee joining ESPN. Other topics covered with Russo include f...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 442 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with sports media megastar, Pat McAfee. McAfee shares the inside details of his daily show moving to ESPN this fall: Why did he jump to the World Wide Leader? Will he still be able to have non-ESPN guests on the show? How much input will ESPN have on the content of the show? What about the cursing? Why is he leaving FanDuel? Did his year as a co-host on College GameDay play a role in him joining ESPN? Was he surprised by n...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 441 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features interviews with WWE legend, Stone Cold Steve Austin and The Athletic's media reporter, Richard Deitsch. Stone Cold kicks off the podcast by discussing his new show on A&E, "Stone Cold Take on America," what he thinks of the current WWE storyline involving Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns and his feelings on CM Punk's status with AEW. Austin also reminisces about his legendary career, sharing his thoughts on the biggest ...
May 25, 2023•2 hr 43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 440 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features two guests. First up is NFL VP of Broadcast Planning, Mike North on putting together the 2023 schedule. Just some of the topics covered: What game did networks want the most? What's the philosophy behind ESPN having staggered doubleheaders instead of straight doubleheaders? Is it true the league doesn't want to waste great matchups on days when it's guaranteed to have a huge rating? Will the league consider a team to be a p...
May 18, 2023•2 hr 45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 440 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with ABC/ESPN lead NBA play-by-play man, Mike Breen. Breen, who is about to call his 18th NBA Finals, talks about how wide open this year's playoffs have been, his longtime partnership with Jeff Van Gundy and Mark Jackson and the impressive depth of NBA broadcasters across the networks. Breen also discusses what his relationship is like with LeBron James and James still doing strong at 38 years old, whether he ever thi...
May 11, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 439 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with NFL Network insider, Ian Rapoport. Rapoport talks about why he loves covering the NFL Draft, what NFL event causes him to get the least amount of sleep, thoughts about the 2023 NFL schedule release, competing with ESPN's Adam Schefter, Aaron Rodgers telling Pat McAfee that Rapoport "doesn't know s--t about him," enjoying the Shams vs. Woj rivalry, his favorite experience breaking a story, his biggest m...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 438 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the NFL Network's Rich Eisen. Eisen talks about hosting the NFL Draft for the 19th year in a row, what covering the NFL Draft is like, what his goal is when hosting the Draft, whether the assignment is still a difficult onen, whether he feels competitive going head-to-head with ESPN and if he prefers covering Super Bowl Sunday or the NFL Draft. Eisen also discusses his recent saga with losing his blue checkmark on...
Apr 27, 2023•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 437 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with author, reporter and podcast host, James Andrew Miller about several big stories in the sports media world. Miller shares his insight into what he thinks will happen with the NBA's future rights deals regarding TNT, ESPN, NBA, Apple and Amazon. Could the NBA leave Turner and what would that mean for Charles Barkley, who would become the biggest free agent in sports media history. Miller also shares his thoughts on...
Apr 20, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 436 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the voice of CBS Sports, Jim Nantz. Nantz talks about his viral moment from the Masters regarding "the CW," whether CBS's coverage snubbed Phil Mickelson, Tiger's sad ending in Augusta, the big ratings for the final round of the tournament and more. Nantz also discusses calling his last Final Four, what his final weekend as a college basketball broadcaster was like and the state of college basketball. ...
Apr 13, 2023•2 hr 30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 435 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with "New York Post" sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand. Marchand shares his insight on all of the hottest topics in sports media. Items discussed during the podcast include Pat McAfee's broadcasting future why he may opt out of his current deal with FanDuel, two factors that led to big ratings for the Women's NCAA Tournament on ABC/ESPN, fallout from the WWE being sold to Endeavor, whether Charles Bark...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 434 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with WWE superstar, Cody Rhodes. Rhodes, who will headline WrestleMania in a match against Roman Reigns, talks about whether he ever thought he'd main event WrestleMania, his relationship with his father, the legendary Dusty Rhodes, why he feels like he's already been carrying the company, winning over WWE fans who wanted Sami Zayn to main event 'Mania with Reigns, what leaving and returning the WWE did for him...
Mar 30, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 433 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the NFL Network's Kyle Brandt. Brandt discusses his busy schedule, co-hosting "Good Morning Football" and hosting "Kyle Brandt's Basement," five days a week, in addition to taking on other projects. He also talks about Interviewing Josh Allen every week, cast changes at GMFB, auditioning for the ManningCast and why it's OK to say no to sports media jobs. Among other topics covered with Bran...
Mar 23, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 432 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with ESPN NBA analyst Richard Jefferson. Jefferson, who also hosts a podcast and calls Nets games for the YES Network, discusses his rise in sports media, what his ultimate goal is in broadcasting and how important social media is for his career. Jefferson also talks about his recent beef with Paul Pierce, how he approaches TikTok and accumulating 1.4 million followers, why he hates Twitter, the load management controversy...
Mar 15, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 431 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" is an all-Traina Thoughts edition with podcast regular, Sal Licata, from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York. On this episode, Jimmy and Sal discuss the rumors that have started already about Tom Brady returning to the NFL and the two argue about whether Brady would actually unretire for a second time and come back to play. Jimmy and Sal also talk about the backlash that was heaped up Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim after the duo dismissed hocke...
Mar 09, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 430 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the WWE's Paul Heyman. The special counsel for Roman Reigns talks about the smash hit storyline involving Reigns and Sami Zayn, why it's worked so well and who should get credit for the creative. Heyman also discusses why The Rock wasn't able to pull off a rumored match with Reigns at WrestleMania, selling fans on a Cody Rhodes vs. Roman Reigns WrestleMania main event, Vince McMahon's return to the WWE...
Mar 03, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 429 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with CBS Sports and Turner Sports play-by-play man, Ian Eagle. Eagle talks about succeeding Jim Nantz next year to call the NCAA Tournament Final Four and why working with Bill Raftery is so special. Eagle also shares his thoughts on the Greg Olsen-Tom Brady situation and what it means for fellow play-by-player, Kevin Burkhardt. Eagle, who calls Nets games locally, also discusses the team's implosion this season and wh...
Feb 23, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 428 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" is a bonus episode dedicated to Fox's broadcast of the Chiefs' 38-35 win over the Eagles in Super Bowl LVII. Bryan Curtis, Editor-At-Large of The Ringer, joins Jimmy to discuss all aspects of the telecast. Topics covered include the incredibly strong performance by play-by-play man Kevin Burkhardt and analyst Greg Olsen, who were calling their first Super Bowl, why we didn't get more from Fox about Patrick Mahomes' ankle injury,...
Feb 13, 2023•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 427 of the "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features two interviews. First up is Richard Deitsch of The Athletic to discuss the latest sports media news. Topics covered include Tom Brady taking a year off before joining Fox, the recent backlash against Tony Romo, expectations for Fox's Super Bowl coverage, how.Kevin Burkhardt and Greg Olsen will fair calling the Super Bowl, Stephen A. Smith and Jay Williams getting into a nasty back-and-forth on "First Take," Radio Row, t...
Feb 09, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 426 of the "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN legend, Chris Berman. Berman talks about anchoring ESPN's Super Bowl postgame coverage each year, why "NFL Primetime" is still so beloved, offers he had to leave ESPN and whether any athletes ever complained about the nickname he gave them. We also discuss the best sports studio shows of all time, the NFL getting so deep into the betting world, why the NFL even thinking about playing the AFC and...
Feb 02, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 425 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with "Good Morning Football" host, Jason McCourty. McCourty discusses his first year on the NFL Network show, how he's adjusted to doing a show that starts at 7 am, what it was like to replace Nate Burleson, whether it's tough for him as a former player to criticized current players and which of his GMFB co-hosts is the crankiest in the morning. The 13-year NFL veteran als...
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