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The Sports Media Podcast

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00:35:36

ESPN’s Randy Scott and Gary Striewski, Octagon’s...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2025/02/27

On the pod this week, co-hosts Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane are joined by Octagon SVP/Global Media Rights William Mao to talk about numbers around the 4 Nations Face-Off and NBA All-Star weekend, as well the latest on the Pac-12 media rights situation and ESPN’s decision to move on from F1 and MLB. Later in the show, “SportsCenter” anchors Randy Scott and Gary Striewski talk about their new digital show coming to Disney+.

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00:40:36

“Court of Gold” director Jake Rogal, Box-to-Box’s...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2025/02/20

After a big weekend for sports over the long Presidents Day Weekend, Mollie and Austin take you inside some of the tentpole events. The duo gives a full breakdown of viewership on NBA All-Star Weekend, the NHL’s 4 Nations Face-Off and NASCAR’s Daytona 500. Also, Box to Box Films’ Paul Martin breaks down the Apple TV+ docuseries recapping the 2024 MLS season and “Court of Gold” director Jake Rogal joins to discuss the new doc om Netflix centered around four national basketball teams from the Paris

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00:44:20

ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, Overtime’s Dan Porter,...

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2025/02/13

On this week’s pod, co-hosts Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane discuss the record-breaking Super Bowl viewership and how Fox was able to get the record even with a lopsided score. Karp is then joined by ESPN senior NBA writer Brian Windhorst to get us set for All-Star weekend. Later, Overtime co-founder Dan Porter chats with Cahillane about what is in store for the Gen Z-centric organization. Finally, SBJ’s Adam Stern pops in to get us set for the Daytona 500.

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00:56:35

Fox Sport’s Eric Shanks, the NFL’s Hans Schroeder and...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2025/02/06

Happy Super Bowl week and laissez les bons temps rouler! On the pod this week, co-hosts Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane break down the latest in sports media. The duo discuss Super Bowl LIX expectations, the impact of the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade on the media landscape and more. Later in the pod, Fox Sports CEO and Executive Producer Eric Shanks stops by the pod to discuss his network’s plan as the Chiefs chase history, the Eagles soar toward redemption and the Taylor Swift effect. Then,

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00:26:10

X Games CEO Jeremy Bloom, record AFC Championship...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2025/01/30

On this week’s pod, co-hosts Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane dive into the record-breaking viewership numbers for the Bills-Chiefs AFC Championship and how the demand for Super Bowl ad spots has sent revenue levels through the roof for Fox. Later, the duo is joined by X Games CEO Jeremy Bloom for an inside look at his first time running the show and his thoughts on Coach Prime at his alma mater, Colorado.

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00:53:22

Bank of America’s Jessica Reif Ehrlich, National...

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2025/01/23

On this week’s pod, co-hosts Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane look into the CFP National Championship game’s surprising numbers and what may be next for the expanded tournament. The duo is then joined by Bank of America’s lead media analyst Jessica Reif Ehrlich to talk about how Wall Street is seeing Netflix’s place in the sports landscape and how ESPN’s Flagship project fits in. Later in the show, Jay Kaufman of NRG drops in to provide deep insight into sports media consumption data and

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00:46:11

ESPN’s Burke Magnus, HS&E’s David Levy and Venu’s...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2025/01/16

On the pod this week, co-hosts Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane take a deep dive into the NFL Wild Card viewership results, Venu Sports’ demise and DirecTV’s new “MySports” streaming offering. Later in the pod, ESPN President of Content Burke Magnus joins the duo to discuss the start of TGL, the network’s efforts to cover the events around the Sugar Bowl and how close they are to locking up Stephen A. Smith. Finally, Horizon Sports & Experiences co-CEO and former head of Turner Sports David Levy

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00:37:12

ESPN’s Kaitee Daley, S&P Global Ratings’ Naveen...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2025/01/09

On the pod this week, co-hosts Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane take a deep dive into the CFP semifinals as Notre Dame, Ohio State, Penn State and Texas look to get to the championship. The duo also discuss the NFL playoffs getting underway (with the Houston Texans in a familiar Wild Card window). They are then joined by ESPN SVP/Digital, Social and Streaming Content Kaitee Daley and she shares her insights on what keeps her group so successful. Later in the show, S&P Global Ratings Managing

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00:21:27

2025: The year ahead

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2025/01/02

Happy New Year! On this week’s podcast, co-hosts Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane lay out what they expect for the year ahead in sports media.

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00:29:05

Ian Eagle and 2024 in review

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2024/12/25

On the pod this week, co-hosts Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane look back at 2024 and answer listener questions from the mailbag. Plus, ahead of Netflix’s first NFL game broadcasts, play-by-play announcer Ian Eagle discusses his expectations for the broadcast and how it’s a special day for his family, as son Noah is also calling a game.

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00:40:16

NFL’s Onnie Bose, EA Sports’ Andrea Hopelain, and...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2024/12/19

On the pod this week, co-hosts, Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane, strike up some important conversations around sports media. First up is NFL VP/Broadcasting Onnie Bose as they talk about tonight’s Broncos-Chargers game, which was the first time flex scheduling was used for “Thursday Night Football.” Next, EA Sports GM & SVP/Publishing Andrea Hopelain drops in to provide insight on the upcoming “Madden NFL Cast” on Peacock around Chiefs-Texans. Finally, WWE EVP/Talent Relations & Head of

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00:25:02

Pac-12’s Teresa Gould, Bowl Season’s Nick Carparelli...

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2024/12/12

On the pod this week co-hosts Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane break down College Football Playoff viewership expectations alongside producer Reginald Walker. Karp and Cahillane then take a deep dive into the “Simpsons”-themed alt-cast on “Monday Night Football.” Later in the show, Karp is joined from SBJ’s Intercollegiate Athletics Forum by Pac-12 commissioner Teresa Gould and Bowl Season executive director Nick Carparelli in Las Vegas.

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00:35:36

Julian Edelman and Rob Gronkowski, CFB Rivalry Week

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2024/12/05

On this week’s pod, co-hosts Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane dive deep into the latest headlines across sports media. The duo break down how “The Game” was down in viewership, but still nearly top the charts for of the most viewed games of the season. Later in the show, Karp catches up with Super Bowl champions Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman to talk about their new show “Dudes on Dudes” and how their former teammate, Tom Brady, is improving in the booth.

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00:36:43

Thanksgiving Week! NBC Sports’ Rick Cordella, Prime...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2024/11/27

Happy Thanksgiving from the Sports Media Podcast. In this season of thanks, co-hosts Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane revisit two of the most insightful panels from the SBJ Media Innovators conference. First, we hear from NBC Sports President Rick Cordella in a discussion with SBJ’s Abe Madkour about the recently announced NBCU spinout. Later in the show, we listen in on Karp’s conversation with Prime Video Head of U.S. Sports Programming Jeff Kaiser about the direction his organization is headed

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00:24:57

Inside the NBA-WBD-ESPN deal, TelevisaUnivision’s...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2024/11/21

On this week’s pod, SBJ’s Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane are joined by Tom Friend to discuss the shifting landscape of NBA media as “Inside the NBA” gets set to move to ESPN as part of WBD’s settlement. Later in the podcast, TelevisaUnivision Global President of Sports Olek Loewenstein joins to talk about how the Spanish-language giant is continuing to grow. Then, actor Peter Sarsgaard joins to talk about playing Roone Arledge in the upcoming movie “September 5.”SEPTEMBER 5 is announced for

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00:24:42

NWSL’s Julie Haddon, Diamond Sports Group’s big day...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2024/11/14

On this week’s pod, Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane take a closer look at what’s next for Diamond Sports Group. Later in the show, theNWSL’s Julie Haddon joins to talk about the playoffs and where she sees the league heading. Finally, SBJ’s Adam Stern drops in to put a bow on the NASCAR season.

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00:38:39

NBC Sports’ Leigh Diffey, BTN stays up late and CFP...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2024/11/07

On the pod this week, SBJ’s Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane bring you the latest in sports media, including a look at how the Big Ten Network is benefitting from new West Coast schools and Bob Costas’ retirement from the booth. SBJ’s Mike Mazzeo also joins the duo to put a bow on the MLB season. Later, NBC NASCAR announcer Leigh Diffey drops in to talk about the Cup Series finale and much more. To close out the show Karp and Cahillane are joined by SBJ college sports writer Ben Portnoy and producer

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00:40:15

MLS’ Seth Bacon, Monumental Sports’ Zach Leonsis and...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2024/10/31

On this week’s pod, SBJ’s Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane discuss the audience around this year’s Fall Classic. Then Karp speaks with Monumental Sports and Entertainment’s Zach Leonsis about what they are doing with the RSN. Later in the show, Seth Bacon of MLS joins to talk about Messi, the playoffs and whether the league swap its calendar for a spring finish.

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00:38:12

Big East’s Val Ackerman, ESPN’s Chiney Ogwumike and...

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2024/10/24

On the pod this week, the World Series is set and SBJ’s Mollie Cahillane and Austin Karp break down the Fall Classic’s star power. The duo also discuss the WNBA’s record-breaking Finals numbers and what’s next for the league. Later in the show, Karp talks with Big East commissioner Val Ackerman about the league’s media rights as the basketball season approves tipoff. Following that great interview, we have another one, as Cahillane chats with ESPN’s Chiney Ogwumike about her new deal.

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00:42:45

Fox Sports’ Mike Mulvihill and NASCAR Studios’ John Dahl

The Sports Media Podcast ·

2024/10/17

On this week’s pod, SBJ’s Austin Karp has two deep dive interviews with some of sports media’s most influential execs. First, with the MLB postseason, college football and the NFL in full swing, Karp talks with Fox Sports’ Mike Mulvihill about everything he's seeing across sports media. And NASCAR is pumping out a ton of content these days outside of live races, including a recently renewed docu-series on Netflix. So we're checking in with Emmy winner John Dahl of NASCAR Studios to see what the long

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