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Last Word On Sports Media Podcast

The Last Word On Sports Media Podcast is a sports media analysis and commentary show hosted by veteran broadcaster T.J. Rives. It explores the business, television production, legal affairs, personalities, and behind-the-scenes decision-making that shape the American sports media ecosystem.
Broadcasters, public relations executives, and network producers who want to keep up with industry trends, ratings, and network movements along with fans who enjoy analyzing game calls, officiating decisions, camera coverage, broadcast rights, and network programming will enjoy this podcast featuring content beyond just the scores on the field.

Coverage of major TV networks (ESPN, NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC) and streaming platforms (Amazon Prime, Netflix), including broadcast booth reviews, ratings breakdowns, and production quality.

Off-Field & Media Controversies: Discussions on newsroom conflicts of interest, journalist ethics, legal injunctions, and off-field scandals affecting teams and media figures.

Officiating & Rules Analysis: Expert breakdowns of replay decisions, stadium clock discrepancies, and officiating transparency.

League & Business Affairs: Coverage of college football realignment, conference politics, player NIL/roster disputes, and financial crises like team or league bankruptcy filings.

T.J. Rives regularly brings on high-profile guests—such as former team executives, public relations strategists, sports media critics, and veteran broadcasters—who provide firsthand insider perspective. Rather than focusing purely on standard game recaps, the show evaluates how stories are reported, who is telling them, and the media dynamics at play. The podcast quickly reacts to emerging, real-time storylines—ranging from viral officiating audio leaks and network power outages to legal disputes—offering sharp analysis while news is actively unfolding.

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NFL On Thanksgiving Announcers, College Football, College Hoops Feast Etc | Announcer Schedules Podcast Nov 22, 2023

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This week on Episode 75 of the "Announcer Schedules Podcast," Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin preview the big Thanksgiving weekend NFL and college football slates, while discussing the history of Thanksgiving football and some of the best calls of the past week.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:
*** Wild Finishes once again in NFL
*** Jim Donovan's return to Browns radio booth
*** Thanksgiving Day slate for NFL
*** NFL's First Black Friday game
*** College Football Rivalry Games
*** College Hoops Fest Week
*** Bill Walton in Hawaii
*** College Basketball buzzer-beaters
*** Latest from NBA
*** A Historical Look at Announcers on Thanksgiving
Hear it all on this Thanksgiviing version of the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media podcast feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
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CBS NFL Analyst Tiki Barber Conversation And More! | Last Word On Sports Media Podcast Nov 22, 2023

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We are ready for the Thanksgiving holiday, but first, some interesting conversation and takes on sports media is forthcoming with CBS NFL TV analyst Tiki Barber as a guest and other sports media news and takes. It's all happening on the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast!"
Host T.J. Rives is back and has his thoughts on the mess that Charissa Thompson of Fox Sports/Amazon NFL coverage created for herself by admitting that she fabricated/lied about doing halftime interviews and giving out other supposed information. Thompson appears to have escaped any punishment and T.J. has example after example about how firings have happened for fabrication in the media (sports or news) and how things are now just different.
Next, T.J. welcomes Tiki Barber, who was his previous partner 2020-22 on Compass Media Networks college football coverage. Now, Tiki is with the weekly CBS TV crew with play by play man Andrew Cantalon and former Falcons QB Matt Ryan. What's the adjustment from radio to TV? How much has Ryan helped Tiki with the "newer" NFL of the 2010s and 2020s? And, what was it like to be part of his brother Ronde's Pro Football Hall of Fame induction this past Summer?
Finally, T.J. has takes on the massive Monday Night Football TV numbers for the Chiefs-Eagles game, but, and it's a BUT, the numbers are not exactly comparable. He explains.
Hear it all on the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
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Legendary CBS/ESPN-ABC Sports Broadcaster Brent Musburger Part I | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Nov 21, 2023

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Imagine the countless stories Brent Musburger can tell. In an absolutely enthralling two part episode this iconic sportscaster recall several and in part one, the back stories behind the famous Doug Flutie “Hail Mary pass, the historic game six of the 1976 NBA finals and the marathon MLB playoff game between the Mets and Astros.
But Musburger also delves into his relationship with the late Bob Knight. The relationship started out on the wrong foot when Musburger broke the story Isiah Thomas would leave Indiana for the NBA. It induced the volatile coach to an expletive laced tirade against Musburger. The story of course, was true and later the two would work together in ESPN.
There’s more. How about the famous “Hail Mary” game when Doug Flutie heaved a final second touchdown pass that allowed Boston College to beat Miami in 1985. “All I could see is someone from Boston College caught the ball, secured it and it was a touchdown," Musburger says. The play and his call is one of the most iconic in college football history, even nearly 40 years later.
Now 84 and host of a Sunday show on VSiN called “Countdown to Kickoff,” Musburger remains a prominent presence in the media industry. And this is just part one!
“Tell me a story I don’t know is sponsored by Mr.Duct (mrductcleaningcom). And “Tell me a story I don’t know :Conversations with Chicago sports legends” is now available on Amazon books and local bookstores in and around the Chicago area.
"Tell me a story I don't know" is part of the Last Word on Sports Media podcast feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.
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Legendary CBS/ESPN-ABC Sports Broadcaster Brent Musburger Part I Tease | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Nov 20, 2023

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Imagine the countless stories Brent Musburger can tell. In an absolutely enthralling two part episode this iconic sportscaster recall several and in part one, the back stories behind the famous Doug Flutie “Hail Mary pass, the historic game six of the 1976 NBA finals and the marathon MLB playoff game between the Mets and Astros.
But Musburger also delves into his relationship with the late Bob Knight. The relationship started out on the wrong foot when Musburger broke the story Isiah Thomas would leave Indiana for the NBA. It induced the volatile coach to an expletive laced tirade against Musburger. The story of course, was true and later the two would work together in ESPN.
Now 84 and host of a Sunday show on VSiN called “Countdown to Kickoff,” Musburger remains a prominent presence in the media industry. And this is just part one!
“Tell me a story I don’t know is sponsored by Mr.Duct (mrductcleaningcom). And “Tell me a story I don’t know :Conversations with Chicago sports legends” is now available on Amazon books and local bookstores in and around the Chicago area.
"Tell me a story I don't know' is on the Last Word on Sports Media podcast feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.!
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Charissa Thompson Firestorm, NFL and CFB Weekend Previews, Rest in Peace Ken Squier | Announcer Schedules Podcast Nov 17, 2023

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This week on Episode 74 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin discuss the firestorm following Charissa Thompson's comments regarding sideline reporting. A look at all the latest in the NFL, College Football, NHL, NBA and MLB, plus a tribute to NASCAR broadcasting pioneer Ken Squier.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:
*** Charissa Thompson Reaction
*** Thompson's short history as a sideline reporter
*** Veteran sideline reporters chiming in
*** A statement from Thompson
*** Kevin Harlan review
*** Rest in Peace Ken Squier
*** Wild Walk Offs in the NFL
*** Jim Donovan to return to Browns radio
*** Next up in the NFL
*** College Football Week 11 Review
*** FCB Week 12 Preview
*** Gus Johnson calls a Knicks game
*** Dick Vitale Update
*** Bill Raftery's schedule
*** More on Jason Benetti's departure from White Sox
*** Latest from NHL
*** Formula One in Las Vegas
Hear ti all on the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media podcast feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
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NFL, College Football And Start Of College Basketball All On Our Media Roundtable | Last Word On Sports Media Podcast Nov 15, 2023

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Lots to discuss and go over in a busy November of TV, radio and online coverage and we're ready to do that with a roundtable of guests on the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast!"
Host T.J. Rives returns and welcomes Matt Zemek of the USC themed Trojanswire.com website, Jason Powers of the "Powers on Sports Podcast" and Ari Russell of the "College Basketball Coast to Coast" show/podcast. The guys have numerous subjects that they are interested in like:
** Haven't we seen enough of the two New York teams in the NFL on marquee and primetime games?
** College Football takes, including on whether Jim Harbaugh will coach the Ohio State game and what does the CFP committee do with them for voting purposes, if they win the Big Ten
** What about the ludicrious money being paid to college football coaches and how crazy is the "carousel" in December about to be?
** The start of college basketball and all the great action in November and December being directly related to teams wanting to test themselves, improve and be ready for March
** What about the stories like Bronny James coming back from a heart scare to play this season for Southern Cal? Does NY care about Rick Pitino being back in the market at St. John's?
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Legendary Florida Gators Volleyball Coach Mary Wise | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Nov 14, 2023

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Mary Wise is in the midst of her 33 year as head volleyball coach at Florida where she’s established numerous records not the least of which is winning 25 SEC titles and appearing in 8 final fours. She credits the university for giving her the resources to help recruit the best athletes in the country while also crediting her staff.
And to think back in 1981 Wise became the youngest ever coach in NCAA history when she was hired to run Iowa State’s program. She was 21. “How in over my head was I? The seniors were just a year younger than me! When I started there was no NCAA championships for women.”
From there, the native of Evanston, Illinois moved on to Kentucky where for one season she was the head coach and where she married her husband Mark Wise. Name sound familiar? Mark is a basketball analyst for the SEC on ESPN.
Mary was recently inducted into the Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame, where I had the pleasure of meeting this highly successful woman.
Mary has had a remarkable run in Gainesville but the one achievement she’s not reached is winning an NCAA a title.
Perhaps, this season?
"Tell me a story I don't know" is part of the "Last Word on Sports Media" podcast feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.
And now, it's a book available from Triumph Books just in time for the holidays!
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Legendary Florida Gators Volleyball Coach Mary Wise Tease | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Nov 13, 2023

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Mary Wise is in the midst of her 33 year as head volleyball coach at Florida where she’s established numerous records not the least of which is winning 25 SEC titles and appearing in 8 final fours. She credits the university for giving her the resources to help recruit the best athletes in the country while also crediting her staff. But Wise began making a name for herself in 1981 when, at the age of 21, became the youngest ever coach in NCAA history when she was hired to run the Iowa State volleyball program. From there, the native of Evanston, Illinois moved on to Kentucky where for one season she was the head coach and where she married her husband Mark Wise. Name sound familiar? Mark is a basketball analyst for the SEC on ESPN.
Mary was recently inducted into the Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame where I had the pleasure of meeting this highly successful woman.
Mary has had a remarkable run in Gainesville but the one achievement she’s not reached is winning an NCAA a title.
Perhaps, this season?
Mary's tremendous success story with Chicagoland tites airs Tuesday.
It's all on "Tell me a story I don't now" on the Last Word on Sports Media podcast feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Google, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.
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Kevin Harlan Conversation | Announcer Schedules Podcast Nov 12, 2023

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From this week's edition of the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" it's a converstion that Mike Gill And Phil de Montmollin had with CBS/Turner Sports/WestWoodOne play by play man, Kevin Harlan!
Kevin is a two-time National Sportscaster of the Year, while broadcasting the NFL and college basketball on CBS. Plus, he handles the NBA for TNT.[ 2023 is his 39th consecutive season doing NFL play by play,and this is 37th year broadcasting the NBA. He has broadcast 13 consecutive Super Bowls, which is the longest run of any play by play man in history on radio or TV.
Kevin is also the lead NFL radio voice nationally for Westwood One and their Monday Night Football games going back to 2009.
The guys go over his tremendous story and career and how much longer does he want to continue?
It's all on the "Annoucner Schedules Podcast" as part of the" Last Word on Sports Media" podcast feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.
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The Sporting News' Mike DeCourcy Converation On Passing/Legacy Of Bob Knight | Last Word On Sports Media Podcast Nov 10, 2023

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From this week's "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast," here's an in-depth conversation with one of the premeir basketball writers in America, The Sporting News' Mike DeCourcy, as we talk the passing/legacy of Indiana National Championship coach Bob Knight.
Mike has thoughts on the long running feud with the school that began in 2000 with Knight's controversial firing, but remained as a dark cloud over the program with hardcore Hoosiers for over 20 years. He and T.J. also go over some stories about Knight, incuding Mike with a personal experience from 1995.
And, what about the healing for all involved that took place, when Knight finally returned to famed Assembly Hall in 2020 to be honored? Can and has Indiana Hoosier basketball healed?
Get all the insight and some tremendous conversation of the death and memories of a hoops coaching legend, Bob Knight.
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