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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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College Football Conference Mayhem, NFL Approaching, USWNT In Peril At World Cup And More! | Last Word On Sports Media Podcast Aug 02, 2023

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A brand new month has a brand new edition of the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" From Conference re-alignment in college football still going on, as we speak, to NFL training camps heating up, and to the U.S. Women's National Soccer team looking distracted and not like the favored team in the women's World Cup. And, why does squeaking into the knockout round mean disaster for Fox Sports TV ratings with games coming in the wee hours of the morning?Hear host T.J. Rives is joined by guests Tyler Jones of "The Jones Report" and with Chat Sports NFL coverage on Youtube and Jason Powers of the "Powers on Sports Podcast" and more.The guys also discuss whether Tiger Woods is now the defacto commissioner of the PGA Tour and eventually the new entity of golf? What does his naming to the policy board really mean for the possible new entity of golf? What about the LIV tour's existence and more?Also, Tyler talks NASCAR tv rights and what the latest news is for their negotiations? And, Jason gives thoughts on both Jeff Van Gundy and now MarK Jackson both being pushed out of the ESPN/ABC TV booth with Mike Breen.It's all on the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
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Former Major Leaguer/Now TBS TV Analyst Curtis Granderson | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Aug 01, 2023

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Curtis Granderson has his hands full these days. He juggles a schedule including his pre and post assignment for TBS’s Tuesday night baseball along with the post season, his role as president of the Players Alliance, his responsibilities with the baseball and educational academy and the GrandKids Foundation. All of this fashioned during and after an excellent 16 year career playing for 7 teams while hitting 344 homers and driving in almost a thousand runs!
Granderson began his career with the Detroit Tigers but he also made stops in New York with both the Yankees and Mets yet never played for his home town teams, The Cubs or White Sox. He said he would have loved that yet he’s not disappointed because it might have been difficult. Every time he came to town there were friends, tickets and so many things to do he would wind up exhausted after a series.
“The reason I say no is part of it is after that two, three or four game series in town playing one of the two teams I would be so exhausted because I was seeing everyone and doing so many things," he says on the show.
Granderson lives very close to the University of Illinois at Chicago baseball field, named in his honor him after he donated five million dollars to build it. It was a way to also help kids in the area have the experiment of playing on a college field.
"I wanted the kids in the area an opportunity to play, practice and train on a college campus.”
To say the least, Granderson is not only a citizen of Chicago but to many communities and the game of baseball.
His story is part of the long list of great guests on "Tell Me A Story I Don't Know" and make sure to get more great episodes on the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast feed through Apple Podcasts, Google, Spotify, etc.!
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Former Major Leaguer/Now TBS TV Analyst Curtis Granderson | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Jul 31, 2023

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Curtis Granderson has his hands full these days. He juggles a schedule including his pre and post assignment for TBS’s Tuesday night baseball along with the post season, his role as president of the Players Alliance, his responsibilities with the baseball and educational academy and the GrandKids Foundation. All of this fashioned during and after an excellent 16 year career playing for 7 teams while hitting 344 homers and driving in almost a thousand runs!
Granderson began his career with the Detroit Tigers but he also made stops in New York with both the Yankees and Mets yet never played for his home town teams, The Cubs or White Sox. He said he would have loved that yet he’s not disappointed because it might have been difficult. Every time he came to town there were friends, tickets and so many things to do he would wind up exhausted after a series.
Granderson lives very close to the University of Illinois at Chicago baseball field, named in his honor him after he donated five million dollars to build it. It was a way to also help kids in the area have the experiment of playing on a college field.
"Tell Me a Story I Don't Know" is heard on the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast Feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.
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NFL Booth News, College Football Announcements. Pat Hughes to HOF, Messi MLS Debut and More! | Announcer Schedules Podcast Jul 27, 2023

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This week on Episode 58 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin dive into the announcing teams for the upcoming NFL season, several college football announcements, an induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame and the MLS debut of Messi. The show also provides the latest from the MLB broadcasting scene along with the Women's World Cup.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:*** CBS Announce Teams for 2023 made official *** Greg Gumbel stepping away from NFL, focusing on CBB*** Three-man booths at CBS with arrival of Matt Ryan, Jason McCourty, Ross Tucker*** What to expect from NFL on FOX in 2023*** College GameDay changes for 2023*** ACC Network with a new primetime booth*** Big Ten Network Unveils announcing lineup *** NBC's lineup for college football *** Pat Hughes of Cubs, 2023 Ford Frick Award winner*** Announcers who influenced Hughes*** Big Calls in Orioles-Phillies series including walk-off by Tom McCarthy *** A Braves triple play called by Brandon Gaudin
*** Upcoming MLB action for the weekend*** Messi's MLS Debut on Apple TV+*** Women's World Cup Action on FOX*** World Swimming Champs with Katie Ledecky making history*** Women's Tour de France
Hear it all on the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media feed. And make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!
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NY Jets On Hard Knocks + Snyder Sells Commanders And USWNT At World Cup Too! | Last Word On Sports Media Podcast Jul 26, 2023

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It's the latest edition of the show that takes a close, insightful and humorous look at sports media. And, we're ready to "tackle" Aaron Rodgers and Jets headed to NFL Films' "Hard Knocks" soon. Plus, what about the sensational story of media leaks about disgraced Raiders coach Jon Gruden and how it intertwines with Daniel Snyder being forced to sell the Washington Commanders? That and more on the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast"Host T.J. Rives is back to go over the topics above with Ken Fang of Awful Announcing and Jonathan Grella, former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and LIV Golf Series media executive.Grella in specific is a diehard Jets fan and has his thoughts on them being on the Max show for the next few weeks. While Fang wonders if this will be a more sanitized and therefore boring edition?There's talk of the ratings success of the U.S. women's national soccer team and their bid to "3 peat" in the Women's World Cup? It's certainly scoring for Fox Sports in the ratings, but will time displacement hurt them also?And, switching to college football and TV rights, etc. what about the Pac12 and are they doomed behind the SEC, Big Ten, ACC, etc., no matter what they do?It's all part of the "Last Word on Sports Media" podcast and make sure to follow and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!And stay engaged with all the content at www.lastwordonsports.com/podcasts
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Jonathan Hood Of ESPN 1000 Chicago | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Jul 25, 2023

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He’s the funny man of Chicago sports radio. But Jonathan Hood, aka:J Hood, is more than just laughs. He’s a student of the media and actually taught it at one of Chicago’s media schools. A 30 year veteran who began his career as an intern, Hood’s career has mushroomed into one as a co-host on ESPN 1000 in Chicago where he partners with another long time veteran, David Kaplan.
“I was able to get an internship there and then being able to be part of it, it’s a little bit interesting.” Much more than a little bit interesting. Hood has morphed into one of most likable and funniest hosts on the air.
Hood’s knowledge of the sports scene along with some of outrageously funny impressions adds some spice to any show he’s been part and he’s been part of several.
Hood grew up weened on television and not only comedy shows but the evening news. It gave him a template of what it’s like to be well rounded. Hood also does a podcast entitled “Under the Hood” along with being the voice of UIC (the university of Illinois at Chicago) basketball and baseball.
He also spent five years teaming up with the late Jeff Dickerson doing a national show for ESPN Radio and were on the air the day Kobe Bryant died. It was a very trying time for Hood but he’s managed to carve out a very successful career and would love one day to become a program director.
"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, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
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Jonathan Hood Of ESPN 1000 Chicago Tease | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Jul 24, 2023

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He’s the funny man of Chicago sports radio. But Jonathan Hood, aka:J Hood, is more than just laughs. He’s a student of the media and actually taught it at one of Chicago’s media schools. A 30 year veteran who began his career as an intern, Hood’s career has mushroomed into one as a co-host on ESPN 1000 in Chicago where he partners with another long time veteran, David Kaplan.
Hood’s knowledge of the sports scene along with some of outrageously funny impressions adds some spice to any show he’s been part and he’s been part of several.
Hood grew up weened on television and not only comedy shows but the evening news. It gave him a template of what it’s like to be well rounded. Hood also does a podcast entitled “Under the Hood” along with being the voice of UIC (the university of Illinois at Chicago) basketball and baseball. He also spent five years teaming up with the late Jeff Dickerson doing a national show for ESPN Radio and were on the air the day Kobe Bryant died.
It was a very trying time for Hood but he’s managed to carve out a very successful career and would love one day to become a program director."J'Hood's" story is coming Tuesday!
It's this week's "Tell me a story I don't know" part of the Last Word On Sports Media Podcast feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
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NBA On ESPN Scenarios, NFL Crews For 2023, Announcers For Highest Rated Events and More! | Announcer Schedules Podcast Jul 20, 2023

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This week on Episode 57 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin discuss the potential booth combinations for the lead NBA team on ESPN following the departure of Jeff Van Gundy from the network. The show also discusses the new CBS booth featuring Tiki Barber and Matt Ryan; the top-50 highest rated events of 2023 to date; the plethora of summer basketball and more.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:*** Reports of emergence of Doris Burke, Doc Rivers or JJ Redick as successor to Jeff Van Gundy at ESPN *** The different potential booth combos alongside Mike Breen *** The new NFL on CBS booth of Tiki Barber, Matt Ryan and Andrew Catalon*** Pros and cons of three-person booths *** Announcers who called the highest rated events in first half of 2023*** NBA Summer League wrap *** Even more summer hoops opportunities for announcers *** Latest from MLB announcers including a big call from Joe Davis and AJ Pierzynski *** Wimbledon finals recap *** Open Championship on NBC preview *** Women’s World Cup kicking off *** Final stage of Tour de France *** Jim Valvano’s legacy continues
Hear it all on the newest "Announcer Schedules Podcast" and make sure to hear more great content from the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast Feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!And stay engaged at www.lastwordonsports.com/podcasts
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Buccaneers VP Of Communications-Former Rockets And PGA Tour Media Director Nelson Luis | Last Word On Sports Media Podcast Jul 19, 2023

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It's a special conversation with a fascinating sports media professional, as Buccaneers NFL Vice President of Communications Nelson Luis is the full length guest on the "Last Word On Sports Media" Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives has an over 25 year relationship with Nelson, who has an incredible journey from early in his career being in the NFL and then joining PGA Tour media as Tiger Woods was reaching his heights, as one of the greatest players in golf history. Nelson also shares a great story of trying to help accommodate the media with Tiger at the tournament at Pebble Beach.Then, he leaves the PGA Tour ranks to join the Houston Rockets, as their director of media and low and behold the team ends up with the #1 pick, Yao Ming. Nelson was in the backstage room for the NBA draft lottery, as the Rockets got the pick and famously, he couldn't reveal it to anyone. Nelson shares about the amazing time with Yao and dealing with the Chinese and international media everywhere.Finally, the conversation turns to Nelson's role for the last 11 seasons as the Buccaneers VP of communications, and the landing of Tom Brady as a free agent with Tampa Bay. Nelson recounts the story of the Covid 19 craziness of 2020 beginning that March and suddenly, Brady has agreed with the Bucs to be their QB. What was that whole season like and it culminated with a surreal Super Bowl win by the Bucs over the Chiefs in their own stadium in Tampa.Hear Nelson tell the stories and more on this edition of the show. And make sure to follow/subscribe to the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
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Former Cubs Outfielder/Now ESPN Broadcaster Doug Glanville | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Jul 18, 2023

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Doug Glanville remembers the famous “Bartman” game at Wrigley Field in 2003. That’s because he was a member of the Cubs and part of one of the most infamous events in franchise history. Glanville has other more notable moments in the game including getting his 1,000th hit albeit, the day his father died.
But Glanville is far more important for the social subjects he tackles whether on a show he hosts on Chicago’s Marquee network entitled, “Class in session” or the class he teaches at the university of Connecticut: “Sports and Society.” Glanville also wrote for the New York Times tackling issues such as race in sports and PEDs in baseball.
Glanville’s parents were educators. “My mom taught math and my dad taught in Trinidad and Tobago until he got he went to med school at Howard University and became a psychiatrist.”
This very informative podcast gives you a peak into the life of a man who seeks to educate and it comes naturally to Glanville. His parents were both teachers.
Glanville also spends time as an analyst on ESPN Radio’s Sunday Night Baseball package.
Now a father of four, Glanville admits to wanting to stir the pot end result is to create harmony.
Tell me a story I don’t know is partnered with Last Word on Sports Media Podcast and proudly sponsored by Mr. Duct. (mrductcleaning.com)Make sure to follow/subscribe to Last Word on Sports Media Podcast feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
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