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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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Full Ep: Army-Navy Ratings, NFL Crazy Finishes, F1, MLS & Heisman! 12 14 21 Dec 15, 2021

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On the latest edition of the show, Host T.J. Rives is back with Jon Lewis of SportsMediaWatch.com to discuss the latest topics in terms of Sports Media and Ratings coming off the weekend.
The guys discuss the renewal of the Army-Navy football rivalry and how it did for CBS relative to previous years?
Next, the topics turn to the NFL ratings, including for the Cowboys early Sunday on Fox, the Bucs late on CBS and why their one-sided games early that became close late didn't help the audiences.
Also, is the NFL making a mistake by taking Thursday Night Football off network TV and exclusively on Amazon Prime starting next year?
Finally, T.J. queries Jon on the latest "Love It or Leave It" on Formula One's finish, the MLS conclusion, the Heisman Trophy presentation and even, Christmas movies.
It's all part of the latest "Sports Media Watch.com Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, etc.!!
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Full Ep: Best of Season 3 Part I 12 14 21 Dec 14, 2021

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Hard to believe we’ve gone through three seasons of tell me a story I don’t know, the last of which featured ten terrific interviews. There was andrew siciliano, the host of the popular red zone on direct tv. He began is career in chicago as did Laura Okmin, the third longest tenured NFL a sideline reporter. We also featured Jeff Joniak, the voice of the chicago bears who coined one of the most iconic three words to describe Devin Hester.
Fox Sports and Chicago Bulls announcer Adam Amin remembered a rather fulfilling hot dog eating contest and the legendary Doc Emrick, a version of the national anthem no one will forget.
“Tell me a story I don’t know” is proudly sponsored by Rahl Jewelers on Barrington road in Hoffman Estates where you come in as customer and leave as a friend. (Rahljewelers.com), And by Dynamic Manufacturing where there’s nothing they can’t do! (dynamicmanufacturinginc.com). “Tell me a story I don’t know” is also sponsored by the Paulina Market, top purveyors of the finest meats and so much more. (Paulinamarket.com). And by the Vienna Beef Company, makers of the Chicago hotdog since 1893.(viennabeef.com).
Hear full episodes and make sure to follow us and subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google and wherever you get your podcasts.
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Clip: Best of Season Three Part 1 Tease 12 13 21 Dec 13, 2021

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Hard to believe we’ve gone through three seasons of tell me a story I don’t know, the last of which featured ten terrific interviews. There was andrew siciliano, the host of the popular red zone on direct tv. He began is career in chicago as did Laura Okmin, the third longest tenured NFL a sideline reporter. We also featured Jeff Joniak, the voice of the chicago bears who coined one of the most iconic three words to describe Devin Hester.
They are all part of this first look back to Season 3 coming Tuesday.
“Tell me a story I don’t know” is proudly sponsored by Rahl Jewelers on Barrington road in Hoffman Estates where you come in as customer and leave as a friend. (Rahljewelers.com), And by Dynamic Manufacturing where there’s nothing they can’t do! (dynamicmanufacturinginc.com). “Tell me a story I don’t know” is also sponsored by the Paulina Market, top purveyors of the finest meats and so much more. (Paulinamarket.com). And by the Vienna Beef Company, makers of the Chicago hotdog since 1893.(viennabeef.com).
Hear full episodes and make sure to follow us and subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google and wherever you get your podcasts.
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Full Ep: College Football Playoff Heisman Trophy NBA Flex Scheduling and "Die Hard" 12 8 21 Dec 08, 2021

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It's another edition of our podcast and host T.J.Rives is back with Jon Lewis (aka "Paulsen") of SportsMediaWatch.com to go over several subjects and have a little fun about "Christmas Movies" too.
First, the guys discuss "Championship Saturday" in college football, including Alabama's upset of Georgia and Michigan trouncing of Iowa and what those outcomes meant (or not) for CBS and Fox's TV ratings. Also, what about the College Football Playoff committee subjectively, allowing Cincinnati in, and keeping Alabama and Georgia from playing each other in the semis?
Then, the topic turns to the NFL and the ratings successes continuing for the late Sunday window of games. This week it was the dramatic finish to Pittsburgh and Baltimore that just missed going to OT. Also, what about the wild Monday night game in high winds at Buffalo? That's where the "Sky Cam" couldn't be used for replays and it was a factor late in the game on a controversial play.
Finally, we always play "Love it or Leave it" with Jon and he answers on NBA "flex scheduling," the Heisman presentation and whether Bruce Willis' "Die Hard" is truly a "Christmas Movie" or not/
It's all part of the "Sports Media Watch.com Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, Spreaker, etc.!!
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Full Ep: Stacey King- Chicago Bulls Great/TV Broadcaster Part II 12 7 21 Dec 07, 2021

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Too big, too strong, too fast, too good.” That was Stacey Kings’ exuberant response to some of the moves Derrick Rose made while a member of the Chicago Bulls. And in part two with the Bulls enormously popular TV analyst, King admits Rose made his career because they both started at the same time (2008) and didn’t know if he would be the excitable broadcaster he is today. And make know mistakes about it, King is very excitable and a magnet to viewers who glom on to his more than 100 catch phrases such as sriracha when a Bulls player hits a big shot or Phi slama’ jama’ when there’s a thunderous dunk.
King, a member of the Bulls first three-peat also discusses his years as a head coach in the Continental Basketball Association and the pride he takes in being a father to four boys.
“Tell me a story I don’t know” is proudly sponsored by Rahl Jewelers on Barrington road in Hoffman Estates where you come in as customer and leave as a friend. (Rahljewelers.com), And by Dynamic Manufacturing where there’s nothing they can’t do! (dynamicmanufacturinginc.com). “Tell me a story I don’t know” is also sponsored by the Paulina Market, top purveyors of the finest meats and so much more. (Paulinamarket.com). And by the Vienna Beef Company, makers of the Chicago hotdog since 1893.(viennabeef.com).
Hear full episodes and make sure to follow us and subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google and wherever you get your podcasts.
Follow, Like and Comment on the Show:
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Clip: Stacey King- Bulls Great/TV Broadcaster Part II tease 12 6 21 Dec 06, 2021

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”Too big, too strong, too fast, too good.” That was Stacey Kings’ exuberant response to some of the moves Derrick Rose made while a member of the Chicago Bulls. And in part two with the Bulls enormously popular TV analyst, King admits Rose made his career because they both started at the same time (2008) and didn’t know if he would be the excitable broadcaster he is today.
“Tell me a story I don’t know” is proudly sponsored by Rahl Jewelers on Barrington road in Hoffman Estates where you come in as customer and leave as a friend. (Rahljewelers.com), And by Dynamic Manufacturing where there’s nothing they can’t do! (dynamicmanufacturinginc.com). “Tell me a story I don’t know” is also sponsored by the Paulina Market, top purveyors of the finest meats and so much more. (Paulinamarket.com). And by the Vienna Beef Company, makers of the Chicago hotdog since 1893.(viennabeef.com).
Hear full episodes and make sure to follow us and subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google and wherever you get your podcasts.
Follow, Like and Comment on the Show:
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Come talk with TJ on X:
@ItsTJRives

Full Ep: Cowboys-Raiders Scores for CBS, CFB Dominates Saturday TV, etc.! 11 30 21 Nov 30, 2021

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On the latest edition of the show, Host T.J. Rives is back with Jon Lewis (aka "Paulsen") of SportsMediaWatch.com to discuss the latest happenings with games, ratings and news about it all.
First, the guys discuss the massive audience for the Dallas Cowboys-Las Vegas Raiders Thanksgiving Day game that CBS claimed was the most watched regular season game in 30 years. Jon throws some water on that and explains why it isn't quite what they claimed, but still HUGE success.
Further, what else did well in terms of sports viewership, etc. last Thursday, too?
Then, the guys turn to the two mega-college football rivalry games of Ohio State vs. Michigan (Fox) and Alabama-Auburn (CBS) from last Saturday. Those traditional matchups are always a ratings gold mine. How big does Jon think the final audiences will end up.
Also, the slate and schedule of Championship Saturday is out for this weekend and Jon wants to know why one game in particular is being left out of a prime time slot?
Finally, the guys play some "Love it or Leave it?" on College Hoops, the "Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade" and online shopping, too.
It's all part of the SportsMediaWatch.com podcast and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.!!!
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Full Ep: Stacey King Bulls Great/TV Broadcaster Part I 11 30 21 Nov 30, 2021

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There have been some unique sports analysts over time. John Madden, Al McGuire, John McEnroe, Walt Frazier, etc. But few have offered the enthusiasm and catch phrases like Chicago Bulls TV analyst Stacey King. “Gimme the hot sauce” and “sriracha” come to mind along with “Too big, too strong, too fast, too good” to describe the exploits of Derrick Rose.
King was the Bulls’ 6th pick in the first round in the 1989 draft. He was part of three Bulls championship teams. He also played in the 1988 NCAA championship game as part of a very good Oklahoma team that lost to Kansas. He even coached the Rockford Lightening of the then Continental Basketball Association to the title game.
But since 2006 King has carved a career as one of the most enjoyable analysts incorporating as many as 100 catch phrases. And he has plenty of stories in a two part series filled with laughs.
Tell me a story I don’t know” is proudly sponsored by Rahl Jewelers on Barrington road in Hoffman Estates where you come in as customer and leave as a friend. (Rahljewelers.com), And by Dynamic Manufacturing where there’s nothing they can’t do! (dynamicmanufacturinginc.com). “Tell me a story I don’t know” is also sponsored by the Paulina Market, top purveyors of the finest meats and so much more. (Paulinamarket.com). And by the Vienna Beef Company, makers of the Chicago hotdog since 1893.(viennabeef.com).
Hear full episodes and make sure to follow us and subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google and wherever you get your podcasts.
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Clip: Stacey King Bulls Great/TV Broadcaster tease 11 29 21 Nov 29, 2021

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There have been some unique sports analysts over time. John Madden, Al McGuire, John McEnroe, Walt Frazier, etc. But few have offered the enthusiasm and catch phrases like Chicago Bulls TV analyst Stacey King. “Gimme the hot sauce” and “sriracha” come to mind along with “Too big, too strong, too fast, too good” to describe the exploits of Derrick Rose.
King was the Bulls’ 6th pick in the first round in the 1989 draft. He was part of three Bulls championship teams. He's now part of their television coverage courtside each season.
Hear part 1 of Stacey King on "Tell me a story I don't know" coming Tuesday.
Tell me a story I don’t know” is proudly sponsored by Rahl Jewelers on Barrington road in Hoffman Estates where you come in as customer and leave as a friend. (Rahljewelers.com), And by Dynamic Manufacturing where there’s nothing they can’t do! (dynamicmanufacturinginc.com). “Tell me a story I don’t know” is also sponsored by the Paulina Market, top purveyors of the finest meats and so much more. (Paulinamarket.com). And by the Vienna Beef Company, makers of the Chicago hotdog since 1893.(viennabeef.com).
Hear full episodes and make sure to follow us and subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google and wherever you get your podcasts.
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Full Ep: NFL Ratings Soar, Ohio-State Michigan on Fox, Lebron "Lightning Rod" etc! 11 23 21 Nov 23, 2021

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It's a Turkey Week edition of the show as host T.J. Rives and Jon Lewis (aka "Paulsen") of SportsMediaWatch.com are back to go over some topics for this week in advance of lots of food and football on Thanksgiving!
First up is the NFL and the massive numbers that Fox got for their Dallas at KC broadcast Sunday. Jon keeps it all in perspective but clearly pro football is driving the ratings/advertising train right now on the big networks.
The guys also talk briefly about the rivalry weekend in college football with Ohio State and Michigan slated to be the most watched college game to date coming Saturday on Fox.
There is lots of discussion on Lebron James, the NBA, China and activism, as well. Jon gives his takes on what he believes is really going on with the criticism of LBJ.
Finally, some special "Love it or Leave it" on Turkey or Ham? Dick Vitale returns and what about the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade??
It's all part of the "Sports Media Watch.com" podcast and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!
Follow, Like and Comment on the Show:
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