The Press Box

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Covering the End of Roe and “I’m Not Reporting This But” Scoop Jun 27, 2022

Show notes

Bryan and David discuss the Supreme Court’s ruling to reverse the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision and address the policies within newsrooms that prohibit journalists from speaking out on behalf of the issue (9:11). Later, they weigh in on the comment, “I’m not reporting this but…” where reporters and podcasters express their opinions whilst not being held accountable (29:14). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week, and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline.

Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker

Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes

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Angelo Cataldi on Three Decades of Hosting Sports Radio in Philadelphia Jun 22, 2022

Show notes

Bryan Curtis is joined by longtime sports radio host Angelo Cataldi to talk through his career in media, which has lasted over three decades. They discuss transitioning from print journalism to radio, how to grow an audience while keeping your fan base, the format and schedule behind each show, the impact WIP has had on Philadelphia, and his upcoming retirement.

Host: Bryan Curtis

Guest: Angelo Cataldi

Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes

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NBA Finals Media Takeaways. Plus: Has the Podcast Conquered Music in the Car? Jun 21, 2022

Show notes

Bryan and David are back to discuss the last of the 2022 NBA Finals after the Golden State Warriors took home the championship. They revisit the NBA bumper music and highlight Game 6’s playlist, recap the Steph Curry debate, and touch on the biggest winner of the Finals—Draymond Green (5:36). Later, they weigh in on Jemele Hill’s tweet discussing the transition from music to podcasts and audiobooks in the car (21:26). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline.

Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker

Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes

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Mike Breen on Coming Back From COVID and Calling the NBA Finals. Jun 15, 2022

Show notes

Bryan is joined by play-by-play announcer Mike Breen to discuss his career transitioning from radio to television, the differences between calling regular-season and postseason NBA games, working in a three-man booth alongside Mark Jackson and Jeff Van Gundy, and the responsibility that comes with calling the Finals.

Host: Bryan Curtis

Guest: Mike Breen

Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes

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The Washington Post Social Media Saga, Plus the NBA Finals in Tweets Jun 13, 2022

Show notes

Bryan and David break down the dispute between 'Washington Post' staffers on social media that resulted in the firing of reporter Felicia Sonmez. They discuss the repercussions of the situation, and how this affects the 'Post' and other newsrooms (7:39). Later, they touch on all the tweets following Game 4 of the NBA Finals, from Steph Curry doubters to Draymond Green's podcasting (26:09). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained Pun Headline.

Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker

Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes

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ESPN's Kevin Van Valkenburg on Covering the LIV Golf Tournament Jun 10, 2022

Show notes

As drama swirls around the PGA and the new LIV Golf Tournament, ESPN’s Kevin Van Valkenburg joins from London to get Bryan Curtis caught up to speed on all the action. They discuss how the LIV Golf Tournament came to be, why this story matters, why the PGA is facing an “existential threat,” and why LIV Golf is financed by the sovereign wealth fund of Saudi Arabia.

Host: Bryan Curtis

Producer: Troy Farkas

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NBA Finals Audio Fun. Plus: Dieter Kurtenbach on Covering the Games. Jun 06, 2022

Show notes

With the absence of Mike Breen from the past few NBA games, Bryan and David have some audio fun and highlight different broadcast styles (4:16). Then, they are joined by sports columnist Dieter Kurtenbach to discuss covering the NBA Finals and reporting on the Golden State Warriors (29:05). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline.

Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker

Guest: Dieter Kurtenbach

Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes

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Celtics Announcer Sean Grande on Calling the NBA Finals, Homerism, and TV vs. Radio Jun 02, 2022

Show notes

Bryan is joined by Boston Celtics radio play-by-play announcer Sean Grande to discuss his career in broadcasting, covering basketball compared to other sports, the difference between TV and radio, and what it’s like covering the NBA Finals.

Host: Bryan Curtis

Guest: Sean Grande

Associate Producers: Erika Cervantes and Isaiah Blakely

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Covering the NBA Finals With Kevin O’Connor May 31, 2022

Show notes

Bryan and David are joined by KOC to discuss covering the NBA, his Boston Celtics fandom, favorite analysts, and the two Finals contenders (11:06). Later, they discuss Chris Russo's statements on the recent mass shootings in the U.S. (35:41).

Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker

Guest: Kevin O'Connor

Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes

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Bill Simmons on Podcasting, Writing, Doing TV, and Being a Fan May 27, 2022

Show notes

Bryan is joined by Bill Simmons to discuss his journey in podcasting, his writing career, favorite moments, and what he sees next for media.

Hosts: Bryan Curtis

Guest: Bill Simmons

Associate Producer: Stefan Anderson

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