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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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Greg Gumbel On CBS And March Madness Tease | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Mar 13, 2023

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You can’t have selection Sunday without Greg Gumbel. He’s been doing it and hosting the NCAA Tournament for 25 years. Add another as March Madness is upon us again. In part two of this episode (the first aired last September) Gumbel discusses his prepared for the grueling first weekend of the tournament which includes 16 games on Thursday and Friday and 8 more on Saturday and Sunday. Top that off with Gumbel not being done with the first round until 1-1:30 in the morning and then he’s back by 7:30 for production meetings, voices, etc.But Gumbel loves it claiming it’s a plum job and he’s never going to take for granted he’s been very fortunate And then there’s the crew: Clark Kellogg, Seth Davis, Kenny Smith and the one and only Charles Barkley!Hear his "March Madness" behind the scenes tales on Tuesday!“Tell me a story I don’t know” is thrilled to be a partner with Last Word on Sports (@lastwrodonsports) and is proudly sponsored by Mr. Duct, a top Chicago area business providing comprehensive air duct cleaning and maintenance for residential and businesses. (mrductcleaning.com)Hear it on the "Last Word On Sports Media" podcast feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
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March Madness Conference Tourneys, Mike Breen, MLB, NHL And More | Announcer Schedules Podcast Mar 09, 2023

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This week on Episode 39 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin dive into the announcer pairings for March Madness and this week's college basketball conference tournaments. Mike Breen and NBA happenings are also discussed plus Baseball and Hockey news.Throughout the show, a multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned with an array of topics discussed including: *** TV announcer pairings for March Madness*** Addition of Stan Van Gundy; Jay Wright in studio*** Wake-Syracuse ending; retirement of Jim Boeheim *** Big South, SoCon, MAAC and other conference tourneys *** Congrats to voice of Richmond Spiders *** The Mike Breen Double Bang *** A 2011 Christmas Day double for Breen and Van Gundy*** All-Women's NBA broadcast on ESPN*** Rest in Peace Dave Wills of Tampa Bay Rays*** World Baseball Classic *** NHL upcoming on national tv*** A classic call from BIG EAST Tournament at MSG
Hear it 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, Spotify, Google, etc.!! And find us on lastwordonsports.com/podcasts
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Rob Stone On Big East Tourney/World Cup Coverage + Tributes To Late Dave Wills | Last Word On Sports Media Podcast Mar 08, 2023

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Heavy hearts this week on the show, as prominent MLB/Tampa Bay Rays radio broadcaster Dave Wills died suddenly Sunday. Host T.J. Rives has thoughts and guests to remember the classy, talented broadcaster.However, the show begins with T.J. talking Big East Tournament beginning in college hoops and more with Rob Stone of Fox Sports. Rob gives great insight on covering the event year after year at Madison Square Garden and why it's so iconic in March. Rob also speaks more to Fox's coverage this past November of the World Cup in Qatar and what that was like as a broadcaster and huge supporter of the sport?Then, T.J. welcomes two guests: Steve Carney of StPeteNine.com and his Tampa Bay Rays themed "Under the Orange Roof" podcast, as well as, George Ofman, who hosts "Tell me a story I don't know" a great sports story telling podcast. The guys give their stories and remembrances of Dave Wills and what he did for and meant to them.It's all part of the latest "Last Word On Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe to our feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
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Darren Pang Former NHL Player Turned Top Level Hockey Analyst | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Mar 07, 2023

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The shortest goaltender in NHL history was nicknamed “Shrimp.” The second smallest happened to be Darren Pang, now an excellent inside the glass analyst for both TNT and the St.Louis Blues Pang played only 2 seasons in the NHL, both with the Chicago Blackhawks and in his first one, finished second in rookie of the year voting! While his career was so short, Pang’s leap into the world of broadcasting has had a large impact. His insight enhances the broadcasts along with his sense of humor. And he certainly knows about goaltending.
But Pang also has a keen understating of trades and with the NHL trade deadline passing last Friday, he offered his views on a Blackhawks icon wearing a new original six jersey. Patrick Kane was sent to the New York Rangers giving them an even more dynamic offense. Pang wondered whether Kane had something left having had to play for a team rebuilding and trying to end up with the worst record in the league in order to have a better chance at getting Connor Bedard, a generational type of talent. Pang said after Kane scored 5 goals in two games, wow! But now Kane has to prove himself again, something Pang doesn’t have to do.
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Darren Pang Former NHL Player Turned Top Level Hockey Analyst Tease | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Mar 06, 2023

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The shortest goaltender in NHL history was nicknamed “Shrimp.” The second smallest happened to be Darren Pang, now an excellent inside the glass analyst for both TNT and the St.Louis Blues Pang played only 2 seasons in the NHL, both with the Chicago Blackhawks and in his first one, finished second in rookie of the year voting! While his career was so short, Pang’s leap into the world of broadcasting has had a large impact.His insight enhances the broadcasts along with his sense of humor. And he certainly knows about goaltending. Hear more from Darren Pang coming Tuesday.Tell Me A Story I Don't Know is part of the "Last Word on Sports Media" podcast feed and makes sure you are following/subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
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College Basketball Buzzer Beaters + Mike Breen NBA Double, An NHL Milestone And More! | Announcer Schedules Podcast Mar 02, 2023

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This week on Episode 38 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin break down the insane buzzer beaters from the past week in college hoops, while previewing the upcoming conference tournaments. Also, a look at the upcoming NBA schedule, including two games in one day for the number one ESPN/ABC crew.Throughout the show, a multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned with an array of topics discussed including: *** Buzzer Beaters throughout college hoops*** Rich Waltz and his call of ASU-Zona*** Kevin Brown's call of Iowa-Michigan State*** Bellarmine's buzzer beater*** A look around announcer pairings for conference tourneys*** National radio abundance of college hoops*** More Bill Walton and Dave Pasch*** Mike Breen master class for Celtics-76ers *** Upcoming NBA pairings *** Two games in one day for Breen, Van Gundy, Jackson & Salters*** 3,000th game milestones for voices of Kings and Pacers *** Gary Gerould celebration *** NHL upcoming on national tv*** MLB Spring Training
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Bryan Curtis Of The Ringer On NBA All Star Game Future, LIV Golf Ignored + ACC Media Rights Squabble And More! | Last Word On Sports Media P Mar 01, 2023

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It's the first show of March, as host T.J. Rives returns to over some of the latest news in sports media and get great insight from guest, Bryan Curtis of The Ringer on the "Last Word On Sports Media" podcast!The guys go over the alarming lack of audience for the recent NBA All-Star game and whether it's headed for the same fate as the NFL's Pro Bowl of no longer being a game? Also, what about the upcoming media rights battle between Warner/Discovery (Turner Sports) ESPN, NBC and maybe other suitors?The guys also discuss the dismal opening ratings for the rogue LIV Golf Series on the CW Network, where the audience was slightly more than bad re-runs of 70s sitcoms. Is there hope that with the stars like Dustin Johnson, Cam Smith, Brooks Koepka and an aging Phil Mickelson that it will do any better?Next, is the topic of college football conference expansion and musical chairs and are Florida State and Clemson disgruntled enough to cause the ACC and ESPN trouble or not? Or are their exit penalty fees simply too great for it to matter?T.J. concludes the episode with some "Love it or Leave it?" on the NBA ratings, the dismal XFL numbers (in their third attempt to play Spring football) and more.It's all part of the "Last Word On Sports Media" podcast and make sure to follow/subscribe to our channel on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
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Cubs World Series Winning Manager Joe Maddon | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Feb 28, 2023

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Where have you gone Joe….not DiMaggio but Maddon? Sacked as manager of the Angels last year, Maddon would like to manage again but a recent book critical of how upper management siphons decisions from managers may hinder him. “The Book of Joe” is selling well but didn’t earn the 69 year Maddon a job this year. He still wants to manage and even join a front office but also wants to make sure it’s the right team that agrees with his philosophies.
Maddon guided the Tampa Rays to the World Series in 1998 but did one better taking the Chicago Cubs all the way. It was their first World Series title in 108 years. That earned him a unique place in history but 3 seasons later he was let go by Theo Epstien and that was a shock to Maddon who had great success during his 5 year tenure.
Meanwhile, Maddon took up golf and claimed to play almost every day last summer though he would rather be managing this spring, summer and fall.
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Cubs World Series Winning Manager Joe Maddon Tease | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Feb 27, 2023

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Where have you gone Joe….not DiMaggio but Maddon? Sacked as manager of the Angels last year, Maddon would like to manage again but a recent book critical of how upper management siphons decisions from managers may hinder him. “The Book of Joe” is selling well but didn’t earn the 69 year Maddon a job this year. He still wants to manage and even join a front office but also wants to make sure it’s the right team that agrees with his philosophies. Maddon had an amazing rise as an MLB manager and so many stories that he can tell along the way. Hear more Tuesday! Tell me a story I don’t know is now delighted to partner with Last Word on Sports Media Podcast and is proudly sponsored by Mr.Duct. Find them on the web at Mr ductcleaning.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Tim McCarver Tribute, MLB News, NBA All-Star Weekend + "Miracle on Ice" Anniversary | Announcer Schedules Podcast Feb 23, 2023

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This week on Episode 37 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin pay tribute to Tim McCarver who called 24 World Series and worked for all four major networks. The podcast also dives into several MLB news items, a look back at the NBA All-Star Weekend, XFL’s innovative formula, and the anniversary of the 1980 Lake Placid “Miracle on Ice.” Throughout the show, a multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned with an array of topics discussed including: *** Tim McCarver’s legacy *** McCarver’s great calls *** McCarver’s broadcast partners *** McCarver as a player *** Four broadcasting giants lost in last 14 months *** Brandon Gaudin to Braves *** Retirement of DBacks radio voice *** Reported changes at Apple TV+ *** Phillies broadcasting news *** NBA All-Star review, upcoming NBA *** NHL Stadium series *** College Hoops upcoming *** XFL innovations *** The Anniversary of “Do You Believe in Miracles” ***Gus Johnson documentary on FOX It's all part of the latest "Announcer Schedules Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe to the Last Word on Sports Media feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!! And, you can find us at LastWordOnSports.com/Podcasts Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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