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The Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch is a weekly show that features interviews with members of the sports media about their work, as well as roundtables with sports media reporters about television, digital, audio/radio, print, and other forms of media. You can read Richard’s work at The Athletic.

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Episode 573 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features

Harvey Araton, who worked for 25 years as a columnist and enterprise reporter at the New York Times and is the author of a new novel for middle-grade readers, "The Goal of the Game... more

Episode 572 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Rick Cordella, the president of NBC Sports. In this podcast Cordella discusses his company’s remarkable upcoming set of events in February 2026, including the Milan-Cortina Olympic... more

Episode 571 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Austin Karp, the sports media reporter for Sports Business Journal. In this podcast we discuss SBJ's "Influence 125" list, which looks at the most influential people in sports busi... more

Here’s a short look from our upcoming podcast with Rick Cordella, the president of NBC Sports. In the podcast Cordella goes deep on his company’s remarkable upcoming set of events including the Milan-Cortina Olympic Winter Games, the Super Bowl and N... more

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Recent Guests

Rick Cordella
President of NBC Sports
NBC Sports
Episode: First Look: NBC Sports president Rick Cordella on Michael Jordan’s involvement with NBC Sports — and where NBC Sports stands on Notre Dame missing out on the CFB playoffs
Troy Aikman
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Episode: First Look: Troy Aikman on honesty in NFL broadcasting
Malika Andrews
Host of ESPN's NBA Countdown, NBA Today, and NBA Draft
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Episode: First Look: ESPN's Malika Andrews and Chiney Ogwumike on the role of agents for sports broadcasters
Chiney Ogwumike
Studio analyst for the NBA, WNBA, and Women's College Basketball
ESPN
Episode: First Look: ESPN's Malika Andrews and Chiney Ogwumike on the role of agents for sports broadcasters
Teresa Resch
President of the WNBA's Toronto Tempo
Episode: First Look: How do you build a new pro sports franchise?
Ben Fischer
Covers the NFL and all professional football news for the Sports Business Journal
Sports Business Journal
Episode: First Look: SBJ's Ben Fischer on who could replace Roger Goodell as the next NFL Commissioner
Robbie Hummel
College basketball and NBA analyst for NBC, CBS, and Turner
NBC Sports, CBS
Episode: The emergence of Robbie Hummel as a leading basketball voice
Jeff Pearlman
Bestselling author of many sports books and discussed his project 'Only God Can Judge Me' about Tupac Shakur.
Author
Episode: First Look: How do you sell a sports book in 2025?
Booger McFarland
ESPN and ABC NFL and college football analyst
ESPN
Episode: FIrst Look: ESPN's Booger McFarland on the most money he won during a plane flight card game

Host

Richard Deitsch
Host who facilitates conversations with various figures in the sports media industry, exploring their experiences and insights.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Definite Appointment listening

    The episode with Stan Verrett and Neil Everett was excellent in how they feel comfortable in starting a video podcast. It is nice to hear that given a platform and finding an audience that will watch, the money will hopefully follow.

    A future topic I would like to hear is the rise of content creators. Two names that come to mind are Katie Feeney and Annie Agar from ESPN. Their career paths would be a fascinating story.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bigzman34
    United States3 months ago
  • A bit misleading

    Leaving out that Jacob Henry is a walk-on is a fact that should have been disclosed. I look him up, expecting to see he’s a scholarship player and he’s not. It’s ok to be a walk-on. Nothing to be ashamed of but he very well may never see the field.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    The Popcorn Vendor
    United States5 months ago
  • Jason Benetti and Mark Henry were awesome

    As a big Detroit Tigers fan, I really enjoyed listening to the podcast with Jason Benetti that you did. I think he is one of the best people in baseball to call a game right now. I also enjoyed your recent interview with Mark Henry too. I’m impressed that you continue to have on guests from the pro wrestling world. As a big fan of this too, I really appreciate that you shine a spotlight on this genre.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mattmanfan
    United States5 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    The best sports media podcast - lots of different topics and guests, few hot takes, not too football focused. Another idea for a future episode - maybe a Canadian roundtable discussion (Donnovan Bennett and Shirin Ahmed) about how screwed up the World Cup will be given our current political environment?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amyrchapman
    United States6 months ago
  • Guest list

    I have been a long time listener of this podcast, and I continue to enjoy Richard’s interviewing style and choice of guests. He does seem to search for out of the box guests, often times people I’ve never heard of which make listening to this a weekly staple for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KTP1024
    United States7 months ago

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Feedback indicates a desire for continued emphasis on the growth of women's sports and representation within the media.
Many reviews highlight the host's interviewing style and ability to bring out important insights from guests.
Listeners appreciate the diverse range of topics and guests featured.
The podcast is praised for its insightful discussions on the business of sports media, making it informative for industry professionals.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

First Look: NBC Sports president Rick Cordella on Michael Jordan’s involvement with NBC Sports — and where NBC Sports stands on Notre Dame missing out on the CFB playoffs
Q: What is your take on Notre Dame missing out on the playoffs?
Cordella expresses disappointment for the players and coaches and discusses inconsistencies in the selection process.
First Look: NBC Sports president Rick Cordella on Michael Jordan’s involvement with NBC Sports — and where NBC Sports stands on Notre Dame missing out on the CFB playoffs
Q: What can we expect from Michael Jordan in terms of being on your airwaves?
Cordella mentions they hope to collaborate with Jordan for a long time and praises his contributions.
ESPN Monday Night Football analyst Troy Aikman
Q: Have the improvements in technology over the course of your broadcasting career presented challenges for you?
Aikman acknowledges the changes and enhancements in broadcasting technology but personally sticks to the basics of his approach while adapting as needed.
ESPN Monday Night Football analyst Troy Aikman
Q: What do you make of Lane Kiffin moving from Ole Miss to LSU?
Aikman believes that coaches moving to better opportunities should allow players the same freedom to transfer, but also highlights the need for accountability in the NIL era.
Teresa Resch, president of the Toronto Tempo, on building a WNBA franchise
Q: What keeps you up at night when it comes to your job?
Making sure we hire the right people and building an environment where they feel supported and clear on direction is paramount.

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This podcast offers insights into the world of sports media through interviews and discussions with notable figures in the industry. Topics frequently covered include the intricacies of sports broadcasting, the role of digital and social media in shaping viewer experiences, and the evolution of sports journalism. Furthermore, the show emphasizes the significance of diverse perspectives in sports media, often featuring women and underrepresented voices, which adds unique viewpoints on contemporary issues and trends within the field. Overall, the podcast serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of sports, media, and culture.

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1. SI Media With Jimmy Traina
2. The Varsity
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Sports Media launched 8 years ago and published 652 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Sports Media include:

1. Rick Cordella
2. Troy Aikman
3. Malika Andrews
4. Chiney Ogwumike
5. Teresa Resch
6. Ben Fischer
7. Robbie Hummel
8. Jeff Pearlman

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