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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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NHL Hall Of Famer Chris Chelios Part II | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Jan 24, 2023

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He hangs with some famous folks. Not that Chris Chelios isn’t famous in his own right but at age 60, he’s having the time of his life. The hall of fame defenseman who won three Stanley Cups and as many Norris trophies as the league’s top D-man has plenty to say. In part 2 of this very entertaining interview, Chelios opens up about his relatively new role as an analyst for TNT and the Chicago Blackhawks along with time with the rival Detroit Redwings. He also what motivated him to play until he was 48 and the person he would most like to meet. Tell me a story I don’t know is partnered with the SPORTS MEDIA WATCH podcast and is proudly presented by Mr. Duct. A premier residential and commercial ventilation company servicing the Chicagoland area. Find them at Mrductcleaning.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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NHL Hall Of Famer Chris Chelios Part II Tease | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Jan 23, 2023

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In part 2 of this very entertaining interview, Chris Chelios opens up about his relatively new role as an analyst for TNT and the Chicago Blackhawks along with time with the rival Detroit Red Wings. He also what motivated him to play until he was 48 and the person he would most like to meet. Tell me a story I don’t know is partnered with the SPORTS MEDIA WATCH podcast and is proudly presented by Mr. Duct. A premier residential and commercial ventilation company servicing the Chicagoland area. Find them at Mrductcleaning.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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NFL Playoffs Recap, Al Michaels and Tony Dungy And Latest Announcer News From NBA, NHL And College Hoops | Announcer Schedules Podcast Jan 19, 2023

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This week on Episode 32 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin reflect back on the Super Wild Card weekend, break down the Al Michaels/Tony Dungy call of Chargers-Jags, and preview the NFL Divisional Round, while providing the latest announcer news from the NBA, NHL and college hoops. Throughout the show, 68 announcers from past and present are mentioned with an array of topics discussed including: · Super Wild Card Weekend Review · Joe Davis and Daryl Johnston combo · Al Michaels and Tony Dungy breakdown · A limited number of NBC analyst options · Jay Feely as CBS Kicking Analyst · Praise for Greg Olsen · Skillful play-by-play from Mike Tirico · Final game for NBC Executive Producer Fred Gaudelli · Divisional Round Preview · Westwood One busy schedule as of late · National radio abundance · Upcoming NHL pairings · NBA on MLK Day · Upcoming NHL assignments · College Hoops rolls on · An example of how to break into the network level · Listener questions · 2,000 games for Chuck Swirsky of Chicago Bulls Episode 32 announcer mentions: Joe Davis, Daryl Johnston, Pam Oliver, Kristina Pink, Al Michaels, Tony Dungy, Kaylee Hartung, Cris Collinsworth, Jason Garrett, Drew Brees, Mike Tirico, Noah Eagle, Todd Blackledge, Jim Nantz, Tony Romo, Tracy Wolfson, Jay Feely, Troy Aikman, Joe Buck, Kevin Burkhardt, Greg Olsen, Erin Andrews, Tom Rinaldi, Melissa Stark, Mike Patrick, Lisa Salters, Tom Brady, Kevin Harlan, Trent Green, Olivia Dekker, Kevin Kugler, Ross Tucker, Laura Okmin, Ian Eagle, Mike Mayock, Ryan Radtke, Mike Golic, Ed Werder, Scott Graham, Kevin Winter, Marc Kestecher, Reggie Miller, Chris Haynes, Spero Dedes, Grant Hill, Stephanie Ready, Cory Alexander, Kenny Albert, Brandan Burke, John Buccigross, Ray Ferraro, Leah Hextall, Jay Wright, Tom McCarthy, Bill Raftery, Chris Lewis, Dave LaMont, Ray Bentley, Jason Benetti, Steve Lappas, Jason Ross, Fran Fraschilla, Mike Couzens, Bob Valvano, Mark Adams, Kyle Youmans, Doug Gottlieb, Chuck Swirsky Hear it all on the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the SportsMediaWatch.com podcast feed. And make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Google, etc.!! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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NFL WildCard Weekend Results/Ratings, Al Michaels Low Key Jags Call + LIV Golf TV Deal, etc. | Sports Media Watch Podcast Jan 18, 2023

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It's the latest edition of the show covering all things NFL off their "Super Wildcard Weekend" with results and some of the TV ratings. And, host T.J. Rives and Dr. Jon Lewis of SportsMediaWatch.com return to go over that and news of the week, too. The guys also have more on the "low key" and less than enthused call of Al Michaels on the NBC Saturday night winning FG by the Jaguars to cap their comeback with the L.A. Chargers. How does it compare with other famous announcers and whether they downplay calls or not? The guys also have more on the breakaway LIV Golf Series competing with the PGA Tour and them apparently landing a domestic U.S. TV deal with the CW television stations that could be announced this week. What are Jon's thoughts on that network being the right "fit" demographically and more. Finally, some "Love it or Leave it?" on Allison Williams and another female suing ESPN for losing their jobs over the Covid 19 vaccine mandate. Also, Big Ten commish Kevin Warren has left to run the Chicago Bears as their president and more. It's all on the "Sports Media Watch Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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NHL Hall Of Famer Chris Chelios Part I | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Jan 17, 2023

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Chris Chelios is living the life. He would have it no other way. Whether he’s seen at Chicago sporting events, sometimes with even more famous people like Eddie Veddar, Chelios is galavanting through life as if he’s walking on air, no skates this time. The three time Stanley Cup champ, two with Detroit and one with Montreal, is currently an analyst on NHL a games for ESPN while also serving a similar revolving role with the Chicago Blackhawks, whom he starred for in the 90s. Chelios is one of sports’ anomalies. He played for 28 years and retired at the age of 48. It’s reminiscent of Gordie Howe who played until he was 52, George Blanda, who also played until he was 48 in the NFL and current Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady who is 45. In part one of this two part Episode, Chelios explains why he played so long, his success with three original 6 NHL teams and how he was traded for another future hall of fame player, Denis Savard, in what was then one of the biggest trades in league history. Tell me a story I don’t know is partnered with Sports Media watch and proudly sponsored by Mr. Duct, a premier residential and commercial ventilation company servicing the Chicagoland area. Find them at Mrductcleaning.com. Make sure that you are following/subscribing to the SportsMedaWatch.com podcast feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, for more great content like this! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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NHL Hall Of Famer Chris Chelios Part I Tease | Tell Me A Story I Don't Know Jan 16, 2023

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Chris Chelios is living the life. He would have it no other way. Whether he’s seen at Chicago sporting events, sometimes with even more famous people like Eddie Veddar, Chelios is galavanting through life as if he’s walking on air, no skates this time. The three time Stanley Cup champ, two with Detroit and one with Montreal, is currently an analyst on NHL a games for ESPN while also serving a similar revolving role with the Chicago Blackhawks, whom he starred for in the 90s. In part one of this two part Episode, Chelios explains why he played so long, his success with three original 6 NHL teams and how he was traded for another future hall of fame player, Denis Savard, in what was then one of the biggest trades in league history. Hear it out on Tuesday! "Tell me a story I don’t know" is partnered with Sports Media Watch and proudly sponsored by Mr. Duct, a premier residential and commercial ventilation company servicing the Chicagoland area. Find them at Mrductcleaning.com. Make sure you're following/subscribing to the SportsMediaWatch.com podcast feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Pats-Bills, Super Wild Card, CFP Champ Game Blowout And More! | Announcer Schedules Podcast Jan 12, 2023

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This week on Episode 31 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin reflect back on the scene at the Patriots at Bills game, preview the Super Wild Card weekend, and discuss the lopsided College Football National Championship game. In addition, the latest from the NBA, NHL, MLB and College Basketball announcing scene are discussed. Throughout the show, a multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned with an array of topics discussed including: · Jim Nantz and Tony Romo’s call of the Bills’ kickoff return · Buffalo Bill Radio Network’s week that was · Chris Myers’ call of JJ Watt’s final game · Lions-Packers and Aaron Rogers on Sunday Night · NFL TV analysts by position breakdown · College Football Championship Blowout · ESPN MegaCast · Listener question on blowout material · Upcoming NBA pairings · Debut on a nationally televised NBA game for Katie George · Role of the sideline reporter/field analyst · Upcoming NHL pairings · Play-by-play debut for Cory Alexander · A college hoops double for Robbie Hummel · Wayne Randazzo new voice for Angels · Play-by-play opening in St. Louis · Mike and Phil’s Excellent Adventures Hear it all on the latest "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the SportsMediaWatch.com Podcast Feed and make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Georgia Blowout Hurts ESPN + NFL Regular Season Concludes/"Wildcard Weekend" Set And More | Sports Media Watch Podcast Jan 11, 2023

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It's another edition of the show, as host T.J. Rives and Dr. Jon Lewis of SportsMediaWatch.com are ready to go over the Georgia Bulldogs romp over TCU in the College Football Playoff title game Monday night and how much it hurt ESPN that the game was so lopsided. Plus, the NFL week 18 concluded the regular season with some dramatic playoff implication games. And, Jon has the numbers and the historical reference on how the audience did or didn't do, especially in primetime compared to previous years? Jon also has thoughts on the Wildcard Weekend matchups, including what he thinks will be a monstrous audience number for the Monday night football game with Dallas traveling to play Tom Brady's Buccaneers. The guys also discuss Don Van Natta's of ESPN's great reporting on how the collapse and cardiac arrest of Bills player Damar Hamlin a week ago Monday in Cincinnati devolved into confusion and chaos on whether the NFL wanted the game to eventually resume or not? How motivated is ESPN to have an investigative piece on the indecision and potentially insensitivity of the powerful NFL that they are partnered with to televise games? The guys also finish with some "Love it or Leave it?" that includes the end of the DirectTV version of "NFL RedZone" Channel and host Andrew Siciliano, plus ESPN's soccer rights/broadcasters are all but gone and does Jon have interest in Tennis' first major, the U.S. Open? Hear it all on the "Sports Media Watch Podcast" and make sure you are following/subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Damar Hamlin Coverage, College Football Rocks On + Final 2022 Reflections Jan 05, 2023

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This week on Episode 30 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin take a deep dive into ESPN's coverage of the Damar Hamlin story. Beyond the Hamlin story, the podcast also covers the recent college football happenings and updates surrounding the NBA and NHL. Finally, a moment is taken to reflect In Memoriam in 2022 and on the passing of Pele. Throughout the show, a multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned with an array of topics discussed including: · How ESPN handled the Damar Hamlin story in real time · Joe Buck and Troy Aikman's approach in the booth · Lisa Salters in the sideline reporter role · Suzy Kolber, Booger McFarland and Adam Scheftter handling the studio coverage · Scott Van Pelt anchoring SportsCenter with Salters live hit and insight from Ryan Clark · College Football Playoff Semifinals · Georgia over Ohio State at stroke of midnight · TCU - Michigan fireworks · Robert Griffin III sprints off air with wife in labor · CFB Megacast offerings · College Football Championship Games · More Bowl notables including Tulane over USC · NBA Christmas Day recap · NHL Winter Classic and upcoming NHL pairings · Pele as a broadcaster · In Memoriam 2022 · NFL Week 18 schedule/announcer pairings Hear it all on the latest "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the Sports Media Watch Podcast feed. And make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Monday Night Football Horror, College Football Playoff And More! | Sports Media Watch Podcast Jan 04, 2023

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It's our first show of the new year and 2023 has already had a harrowing start. The Monday Night Football shock of Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin dropping to the ground in Cincinnati in cardiac arrest is the biggest topic. And, host T.J. Rives and Dr. Jon Lewis of SportsMediaWatch.com are ready to discuss it all. How well did ESPN and their Monday night crews do (or not do) with the coverage? Jon has particular high praise for Scott Van Pelt and has handling of the coverage on SportsCenter. Meanwhile, T.J. wonders why we didn't get more in the first half hour after the collapse of Hamlin from Joe Buck and Troy Aikman? Also, the guys rightfully discuss the total lack of acknowledgement in ESPN's coverage of previous famous incidents happening on a court, field, ice, etc. involving cardiac arrest in North American and even, European sports. And, hosts continuing to utter "this has never happened before" without anyone on or off camera bothering to look it up quickly and give context. The guys then talk the thrilling College Football Playoff semifinals of New Year's Eve. Those saw TCU's crazy, high scoring upset of Michigan followed by defending champion Georgia surviving another offensive bonanza of scoring and crazy plays to beat Ohio State. How do the ratings compare to previous New Year's Eve playoff games. And, what does Jon project for the Monday night Georgia-TCU title game in L.A.? Finally, some "Love it or Leave it?" covers the heroic trainers, doctors and paramedics in Cincy on the field that saved Hamlin's life Monday. And, more with the emotional day for Mississippi State Monday as they won their bowl game in Tampa, FL against Illinois in honor of fallen head coach Mike Leach. It's all part of the "SportsMediaWatch.com Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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