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  • Episode 101 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast is dedicated to legendary basketball Hall of Famer and broadcaster Bill Walton.Dave Pasch of ESPN, longtime partner of Walton, joins co-hosts Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin to discuss what it was like to work with Bill behind-the-scenes. Gill and de Montmollin then discuss Walton''s legacy from many angles.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:

    *** Pasch's first games with Walton
    *** When Pasch and Walton became a phenomenon
    *** Walton stories involving Jim Gray, Mike Tirico and Steph Curry
    *** The relatability of Walton to fans
    *** Challenges of handling play-by-play alongside Walton
    *** Pasch's text message conversations with Walton
    *** Walton's start as a broadcaster
    *** Play-by-play partners who worked with Walton
    *** Luckiest Guy in the World documentary
    *** Walton as a Hall of Fame player
    *** The Grateful Dead and Bill Walton
    It's all part of the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media podcast feed. Make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!!


  • It's the latest edition of our look at sports media and the overall looming subject is the passing of Bill Walton, NBA playing legend and legendary off beat, humorous TV analyst for hoops for the past four decades. We discuss it with a special guest wtih insight and more on "The Last Word On Sports Media Podcast."

    Host T.J. Rives has his thoughts on the current events in sports media, including the NBA Playoffs and Stanley Cup Playoffs winding down, wondering why ESPN's Sean McDonough didn't cover his NHL assignment last Friday night in NYC "due to Illness," yet it was immediately known that he COULD work the Sunday afternoon broadcast of the next game of the series over 1,000 miles away?!

    He explains that and goes over the TV ratings for the weekend that include the rain delayed Indy 500 in the mix with the pro hoops and hockey.

    And, next T.J. talks with Pac12/ESPN broadcaster Roxy Bernstein, who broadcasted the final games of the Pac12's conference history (for now) with the finish of their baseball tournament this past Sunday night. Roxy talks about his emotional preparation for saying goodbye on the final live broadcast of the Pac12 network and then, the final Pac12 game, the championship of the baseball tourney.

    Roxy then has heartfelt thoughts and tribute to Bill Walton after working with him over a decade in his college hoop capacities. This includes Walton making sure that Roxy was reading enough, and not sports only.

    Hear it all as part of the "LWOS Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!!

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  • From this week's edition of the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" hear host T.J. Rives and co-host Phil de Montmollin of the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" have a great, insightful conversation on the massive race Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend with Joe Castello of "WFO Radio."

    T.J., Phil and Joe talk the Grand Prix of Monaco, the Indy 500 and the NASCAR Coca Cola 600 all in the same day and tell some insightful stories about their experiences at Indy, etc. They also tell stories about the famous racers and storylines involved in the race.

    Enjoy the preview build up and more in the conversation with Joe Castello on the "Last Word on Sports Media" podcast and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

  • This week on the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin celebrate the 100th episode of the show with T.J. Rives of the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast. Reaction to the news of Ed Werder departing as well as discussion on the selections for this year's Sports Emmy winner. A look at the upcoming NBA and NHL conference finals plus a preview of the racing weekend that includes F1 at Monaco, the Indy 500 and the Coca-Cola 600.

    A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:
    *** 100th Episode Celebration
    *** Origin story of Announcer Schedules with T.J. RIves
    *** Ed Werder departs ESPN after 26 years
    *** Sports Emmy nominations and winners
    *** NBA Eastern Conference Finals on ESPN/ABC
    *** NBA Western Conference Finals on TNT
    *** ESPN Radio's coverage of NBA Playoffs
    *** NHL Eastern Conference Finals on ESPN/ABC
    *** NHL Western Conference Finals on TNT
    *** Biggest Weekend in Motorsports
    ** F1 Grand Prix of Monaco
    ** Indy 500 on NBC
    *** Coca-Cola 600 on FOX
    *** All-Time Guest Roll Call, Thank You

    It's all part of the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media podcast feed. And make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

  • A truly sensational and bizarre sports story emerged last Friday in Louisville, KY, as #1 golfer in the world, Scottie Scheffler, was arrested by police officers after a misunderstanding at the front of the Valhalla Golf Club. And, we're ready to discuss what ESPN did amazingly well and what the Golf Channel was pathetically behind on, the entire morning/day.

    We ready to discuss that with a special guest and have a lot more on the massive racing weekend from Indianapolis to Charlotte to Monte Carlo, too on the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast."

    Host T.J. Rives brings aboard Andrew Bucholtz of AwfulAnnouncing.com, to discuss the Scheffler arrest coverage, as he wrote about it for that site. The guys debate what Golf Channel did not do and what they very easily could have done in covering such a huge story in their niche'. They also debate whether the Golf Channel is done as an entity that fans can rely on to cover/analyze and report on the game and it's players/events or if it's just a hub to show golf tournament broadcasts at this point?

    Next, the talk turns to the auto racing and T.J. turns to Phil de Montmollin of the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" and Twitter handle to interview their mutual friend and racing enthusiast Joe Castello. Joe has tremendous insight into the newest running of the Indy 500 Sunday in America's hearland and also, NASCAR's most grueling afternoon and night in the Coca Cola 600 in Charlotte.
    The guys talk about it all and also tell some great stories about covering the 500 on separate occasions earlier this century and what it's all like?

    Hear it all on the "Last Word on Sports Media" podcast and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreker/Spotify, etc.!

  • This week on Episode 99 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin discuss the latest announcing news from the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB, while looking back at Kevin Harlan’s call of Timberwolves-Nuggets.

    A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:

    *** ESPN shopping for new rules analyst
    *** John Murphy stepping away from Bills radio
    *** More on Howard Deneroff and Westwood One
    ** Kevin Harlan’s call of DEN-MIN
    ** Harlan honored by TWolves
    *** Remote announcers for NHL
    *** New MLB package on Roku
    *** College Softball on ESPN
    *** NCAA Championships for many sports
    *** A look ahead to next week’s 100th episode celebration

    Hear it all on the newest "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media podcast feed. And, make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!!

  • We are ready for another edition of our sports media pod, as New Yorkers are nuts for thier Knicks and Rangers making playoff runs, Caitlin Clark debuts in the WNBA and lots of golf subplots off the course for Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy as their latest major, the PGA Championship is played in Louisville, KY. And, we discuss it all on the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast."

    Host T.J. Rives returns with guest Zach Gelb, afternoon radio host on the national Infinity Sports Network. He's in New York and gives insight into the Rangers and Knicks chances to move on together in the NHL Stanley Cup and the NBA Playoffs? Zach also weighs in on where Caitlin Clark and the massive interest in her debuting this week ranks? And, what about Tom Brady headed to the Fox Sports NFL booth, as well?

    Then, T.J. brings Bob Harig, outstanding golf writer/insider for SI.com, back to the show to talk PGA Championship. Tige is back for the first time since the Masters, but does he realistically have a chance to compete at the PGA Championship? Also, what about the off course drama involving Rory McIlroy suddenly filing for divorce after seven years of marriage, while McIroy played brillant golf to win in Charlotte last week. And, will he be just as focused on the course this week? Plus, Bob has the latest on whether the feud with the LIV Golf tour members and the PGA Tour is smoothing over after time or not?

    It's all part of the coverage and discussion in the sports media world on the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc!

  • This week on Episode 98 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin welcome Apple TV+ and Los Angeles Angels television play-by-play announcer Wayne Randazzo to the show. Reaction to the news of Howard Deneroff departing Westwood One as well as discussion on who is the best all-around announcer in all four major U.S. team sports.

    A look at the upcoming NBA, NHL and MLB slates plus the latest broadcasting news from NASCAR rounds out the show.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:

    *** Howard Deneroff Departs Westwood One
    *** NBA Playoffs in Full Swing
    *** Reggie Miller on Knicks-Pacers
    *** Upcoming NBA announcer pairings
    *** Stanley Cup Playoffs on TNT, ESPN and TSN
    *** Harnarayan Singh on TSN
    ** Mike Monaco's wild travel continues
    ** The best all-around announcer in all four major team sports
    *** Wayne Randazzo joins the show
    *** The makeup of an Apple TV+ broadcast
    ** Working in Chicago, NYC and LA8
    ** Fake MLB broadcasts with Randazzo, Joe Davis and Adam Amin
    *** Upcoming MLB announcer pairings
    *** Dale Earnhardt Jr. to TNT and Amazon Prime
    *** NASCAR Race Hub Leaving the Airwaves

    Hear it all on the newest "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast feed. And, make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!!

  • An amazing weekend for the Kentucky Derby and the NASCAR circuit with two razor thin finishes and we go over both with interesting insight from our guests. Plus, conversation on the NBA, WNBA and Stanley Cup Playoffs, too are part of the newest "Last Word On Sports Media Podcast!"

    Host T.J. Rives returns with his guests, Tyler Jones of "The Jones Report Podcast" and Chat Sports on Youtube and also THE T.C. Martin of the T.C. Martin show based in Las Vegas.

    The guys have their perspectives on Mystick Dan's Kentucky Derby win in the closest three horse finishi they've ever had. Plus, Tyler was in attendance at the NASCAR cup race in Kansas, as Kyle Larson won by .0001 seconds in the AdventHealth 400. He has stories from there.

    There's also discussion on the NBA playoff series for the OKC Thunder and the Dallas Mavericks and T.C. relays the shock that the Vegas Golden Knights are OUT of the Stanley Cup Playoffs before their title defense could really get underway.. And, T.C. is ready to go with Vegas' other title team, the WNBA's Aces, as they start the '24 season soon.

    Hear those conversations, plus, T.J. has a tremendous story to share that relates to a big time game or event being "Heided" or taken off the air. This one involving Tiger Woods record breaking 2000 U.S. Open golf tourney.

    It's all on the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!

  • This week on Episode 97 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin break down the recent news of the departure of Phil Simms and Boomer Esiason from CBS' NFL Today. Matt Ryan moves on to the NFL Today desk, while Jason Kelce joins ESPN's Monday Night Countdown. Nick Saban and Bill Belichick at ESPN are discussed further, along with thoughts on the futures of studio shows. The NBA and NHL Playoffs, the MLB and more tributes to Howie Schwab round out the episode. A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:

    *** NFL Today Shakeup
    *** Phil Simms out after 26 years at CBS
    *** Boomer Esiason out after 22 years on NFL Today
    *** Matt Ryan moves from booth to studio
    *** Jason Kelce sweepstakes
    *** Kelce joining Monday Night Countdown
    *** Nick Saban on ESPN's Draft coverage
    *** Bill Belichick a fit for McAfee and ManningCast
    *** Local NBA television announcers in First Round
    *** Local NHL tv and radio announcers
    *** Kentucky Derby Preview
    *** Larry Collmus, race caller
    *** MLB on Apple TV+
    *** More Tributes for Howie Schwab

    Heart it all on the latest "Announcer Schedules Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe to for more to the Last Word on Sports podcast feed on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!

  • It's horse racing's most prestigious weekend as the Kentucky Derby runs in for the 150th time in Louisville, KY. We'll discuss that, the aftermath of the NFL Draft and it's coverage and more on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media" podcast.

    Host T.J. Rives returns to talk these subjects with Mark Ennis arguably the most prominent media member in Louisville from the ESPN radiio station there. Ennis gives great insight into how big the Derby has become, the controversy that still lingers over famed trainer Bob Baffert including him trying to sue his way into having horses in the field and more.

    And, T.J. discusses the 2022 NFL Draft from Detroit and the massive coverage and attention of it with Jonathan Grella, former V.P. of Communications of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the LIV Golf Series. Jonathan has unique insight and stories from within the war rooms of the Buccaneers and what's reality and a myth about what happens in there on draft night. Plus, he and T.J. disucss legendary New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick debuting on ESPN's draft coverage and being paired with the "wildcard host" Pat McAfee's show.

    Jonathan also weighs in on the CBS "NFL Today" show making changes to go newer and younger with it's personalities and what does that signify?

    It's all discussed on the latest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.

  • This week on Episode 96 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin discuss the coverage of the NFL Draft as Bill Belichick and Nick Saban both arrive on the broadcasting scene. A tribute to the late Howie Schwab, NBA and NHL Playoffs talk, plus the latest from the MLB.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:

    *** Bill Belichick on Pat McAfee Show
    *** Nick Saban on ABC's Draft Coverage
    *** NFL Network's Draft Coverage
    *** Announcer assignments across the NFL Draft dial
    *** Rest in Peace Howie Schwab
    *** A look back at the game show "Stump the Schwab
    "*** JJ Redick's Future
    *** NBA Playoffs Review
    *** Upcoming NBA and NHL assignments
    *** Rest in Peace Bob Cole of Hockey Night in Canada
    *** John Sterling Celebration at Yankee Stadium
    *** Upcoming MLB schedule

    Hear it all on the "Announcer Schedules Pocast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!












  • It's a week where the NBA Playoffs, Stanley Cup Playoffs and NFL Draft all converge and we're ready to discuss that and more on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast."

    Host T.J. Rives returns to give his thoughts on those subjects and more. That starts with him paying tribute to NY Yankees legendary radio voice John Sterling, who retired abprutly at the beginning of the season after broadcasting over 5,000 games on radio and all of the Yankees magical moments over the past 4 decades.

    He also talks the passing of an unsung ESPN key employee when it came to research in Howie Schwab. Schwab was known for establishing ESPN's stats and information department over 30 years ago and helped launch the now montrous ESPN.com in the mid-90s.

    Then, Jay Betsill of DFWSportsOnline.com and a media veteran of Dallas-Ft.Worth Sports joins T.J. to give some takes on the Mavericks, Stars and more vying for attention against the vaunted Dallas Cowboys this week. This is because the NFL and specifically, the Cowboys, will consume things with this week's 2024 NFL Draft. How much is Jerry Jones under fire, if at all? And, does the DFW media "tell it like it is" anymore on the Cowboys or not?

    T.J. then wraps with talk and cable ratings proof that the NBA being much more popular than College Basketball and March Madness just isn't true.

    It's all on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast." And, make sure to follow/subscribe on this feed on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!!



  • This week on Episode 95 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin reflect on the careers of retiring voices Verne Lundquist and John Sterling, while also previewing the upcoming NBA Playoffs, Stanley Cup Playoffs and NFL Draft.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:

    *** Verne Lundquist concludes incredible career
    *** Jim Nantz sends off Verne
    *** Verne and Tiger share a moment
    *** Timeless Verne calls
    *** NBA Playoffs getting started
    *** Mike Gorman of Celtics Honored
    *** Tim Capstraw of Nets radio milestone
    *** John Sterling retirement news
    *** Sterling by the numbers
    *** Sterling's signature calls
    *** Who will replace Sterling?
    *** Upcoming MLB schedule
    *** Bruins voice Jack Edwards retires
    *** Retirement of NHL voice Jeff Rimer
    *** Stanley Cup Playoffs preview
    *** NBA Playoffs coming soon
    *** NFL Draft to include Nick Saban debut

    Hear it all on the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe to this Last Word on Sports Media Podcast feed for more great content on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.!

  • We have a wide variety of topics from the most recent playing of 'The Masters" golf televised this weekendby CBS, the sudden retirement of legendary Yankees annoucner John Sterling and some interesting twists and turns on the O.J. Simpson "Bronco Chase" 30 years ago. And, it's all on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast," as host T.J. Rives is back guests are ready to discuss.

    T.J. is joined by Alex Myers, Sr. Writer of GolfDigest.com, who covered the Masters first hand as Scottie Scheffler won his second "Green Jacket" title in three years. They disucuss his accomplishments and the beatuy and intrigue of the course, the massive media accomodations and more. Plus, there's discussion on the ongoing dispute with the PGA Tour and LIV Golf and whether it will all eventually get resolved soon or not?

    Then, it's George Ofman of the "Tell me a story I don't know" podcast series from this feed and his new book from the same name. George has the latest on the Chicago sports scene, plus, we bring back his story from Bob Costas, whom O.J. Simpson was trying to call from the car during the amazing low speed chase in June 1994. George has great insight on that and all else in Chcago sports, including will the Bulls ever, ever, be championship relevant again, post- Michael Jordan?

    It's all part of the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast and make sure to follow/subscrbie to us on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc!

  • This week on Episode 94 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin react to the breaking news of the death of O.J. Simpson and look back at Simpson's career as a broadcaster. A look back at the recently completed Women's and Men's Final Fours and a look ahead to the Masters on CBS and ESPN. Also, the latest from across MLB, NBA, and the NHL.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:

    *** Reaction to passing of O.J. Simpson
    *** O.J. Simpson as a Broadcaster
    *** O.J. Chase and NBA Finals recall
    *** Women's Final Four ratings
    *** Ruocco, Lobo and Rowe on ABC for women's final
    *** Westwood One coverage of Women's FInal Four
    *** Eagle, Raftery, Hill and Wolfson draw rave reviews
    *** Kugler, Kellogg, Jackson and Katz on Westwood One
    *** CBS and ESPN coverage of the Masters
    *** Jim Nantz in his 39th year at the Masters
    *** Verne Lundquist retiring from broadcasting
    *** 50th Anniversary of Hank Aaron's 715th home run
    *** John Sadak calls inside-the-park HR
    *** Upcoming MLB assignments
    *** Mike Gorman wraps up 43-year run with Celtics
    *** NBA Playoffs coming soon
    *** NBA G-League coverage on ESPN platforms
    *** Upcoming NHL coverage

    Hear it all on the newest "Announcer Schdeules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast feed. Make suret to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!





  • Off the historic weekend for the Women's NCAA Tourney ratings and a UConn repeat for the men in the Final Four, we're back to discuss that, the Masters golf coming this weekend and more on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast!"

    Host T.J. Rives returns, literally from the AZ desert, where he watched and covered the Connecticut back to back NCAA championship wins in State Farm Stadium to go over it all. And, he's also joined by frequent guest with great "takes" and insight, Tyler Jones of Chat Sports and his "Jones Report Podcast."

    There's discussion on record breaking scorer Caitlin Clark of Iowa leading the surging ratings for the women's games, but credit to South Carolina for an unbeaten season in beating Clark's Hawkeyes for the title and a record 19 million viewers on average for ABC. What does it all mean for future women's ratings for their tourneys and will it translate for Clark going pro to the WNBA?

    More on coach Danny Hurley's Huskies and their repeat, Ian Eagle calling it on CBS for the Final Four for the first time and also, what happened when Tyler and T.J. were trying to have dinner Sunday night, as Kentucky coach John Calipari decided to bolt for Arkansas?

    The guys talk some more about Tiger Woods, the Masters and how great the month of April is for sports viewing for everything from the college hoops, to NBA and Stanley Cup palyoffs, NFL draft and .... Wrestlemania?! Yes.

    Hear it all on the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!

  • This week on Episode 93 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin break down the Final Four announcer pairings for both men's and women's basketball, while looking back on the biggest highlights from the Sweet 16 and Elite 8. The explosive women's basketball ratings are discussed along with a look into whether the WBB champ game can outdraw the men's. Bob Uecker's return to Brewers radio along with all the latest from across MLB, NBA, NHL and college baseball are covered as well. Finally, reaction to the report of layoffs at the NFL Network.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:

    *** Sweet 16/Elite 8 Highlights
    *** Alabama's Chris Stewart to Final Fou
    r*** Andrew Catalon sends Purdue to Final Four
    *** Ian Eagle calls of DJ Burns
    *** The year-one success of Eagle, Raftery, Hill and Wolfson
    *** Blockbuster WBB ratings
    *** ESPN/ABC's plans for Women's Final Four
    *** Debbie Antonelli's busy March into April
    *** NIT Championship on ESPN
    *** Bob Uecker back for year 54 with Brewers
    *** Kevin Brown calls a walkoff for Orioles
    *** Yankees-DBacks 2001 memory lane
    *** Upcoming MLB assignments
    *** Big weekend of college baseball on ESPN
    *** NBA and NHL upcoming notables
    *** NBA G-League coverage on ESPN platforms
    *** Report: Notable personalities out at NFL Network


    Hear it all on the newest "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast feed. And, make sure to follow/subscribe for all the content on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.!

  • We have reached the pinnacle of "March Madness" with the Men's and Women's NCAA Tournament Final Fours and that's a huge part of the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast!"

    Host T.J. Rives returns with guests Mark Wise of ESPN's College Hoops, including the SEC Netork and Danielle McCartan of WFAN Radio in New York. They go over the latest with the hoops and even, even some MLB start to the season conversation.

    First, Mark gives GREAT insight on Purdue making the men's Final Four, as he was an assistant coach on the last Purdue Final Four team in 1980. Now 44 years later, how will Purdue handle it all? Mark talks that, the matchups, including Alabama who he worked this season in the SEC and can they stack up with UConn?

    Then, Danielle is on the show to discuss the amazing run (and audience) for Caitlin Clark and her Iowa teaming knocking off defending champ LSU Monday night a revenge win from last year's title game. Over 12 million people watched in a record audience and it's elevating all of the women's game. Danielle discusses that, how she coaches and encourages her young ladies in school based on this. They also talk the start of the MLB 2024 season.

    Are the Yankees with their 5-0 start "really all that?" What's wrong her market with the Mets? And, does she believe that the Shohei Ohtani gambling story is going to fade away or not?

    It's all part of the latest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!



  • This week on Episode 92 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin break down the March Madness announcer pairings for the upcoming Sweet 16 and Elite Eight games, while looking back on the biggest highlights from the opening rounds. Furthermore, the women's tournament from a TV perspective is analyzed with a preview of the announcer pairings moving forward for ESPN. Baseball Opening Day is celebrated from the announcing standpoint, plus a look at the latest from the NBA and NHL.

    Finally, the latest on the pursuit of announcing free agent Jason Kelce.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including:
    *** Sweet 16/Elite 8 Announcer Pairings
    *** March Madness announcing highlights
    *** More attention on Andrew Catalon and Steve Lappas
    ** Ian Eagle, Bill Raftery Grant Hill and Tracy Wolfson shine
    ** TV voices heading over to radio for Sweet 16
    *** Busy two weeks for Spero Dedes
    *** Iowa and Caitlin Clark escape
    *** Women's' announcer pairings for second weekend
    *** MLB Opening Day has arrived
    *** Get well soon Charley Steiner
    *** Latest from NBA and NHL
    *** What's next for Jason Kelce?
    *** Congrats James Brown of CBS


    Hear it all on the latest "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media podcast feed. And, make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.!