Best Howard Davis Jr Podcasts (2024)

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Mike Golic Jr. on 'Mike & Mike,' leaving ESPN, Manti Te'o, and more 1:00:26

19m ago1:00:26

1:00:26

Host Brandon Contes interviews co-host of "GoJo and Golic," Mike Golic Jr. Brandon and Mike discuss a wide range of topics including growing up with "Mike & Mike" on the radio/TV, recognizing nepotism, being teammates with Manti Te'o during the catfishing story, the joy of calling the Duke's Mayo Bowl, and more. For even more discussion, head over …

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The Play-By-Play: Shannon Sharpe sex on IG Live, The Athletic pivoting, Jason Kelce all over ‘MNF’ 58:59

15h ago58:59

58:59

FOR FUTURE EPISODES, SUBSCRIBE TO THE PLAY-BY-PLAY: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-play-by-play/id1763654809 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4HaEA8ssc7LpPoJ8pKT1hk Shannon Sharpe accidentally posting himself having sex on Instagram Live. Is a Pistons beat writer moving to cover the Knicks a sign of change for The Athletic? …

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Sloane Knows NEXT - Kiyan Anthony on being Carmelo’s son, No.1 recruit in NY, La La Anthony cameo 30:06

8d ago30:06

30:06

Welcome to the second episode of SloaneKnows: NEXT, where Sloane speaks with the future NBA stars of tomorrow. Sloane speaks with Kiyan Anthony, the son of Carmelo & La La Anthony, and a highly-rated high-school basketball player with offers from Ohio State, Syracuse, USC, among other schools. Plus, stick around for another guest appearance! #Volum…

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Jim Lampley on HBO Boxing ending, Jake Paul, Howard Cosell, and more 39:13

6d ago39:13

39:13

Host Brandon Contes interviews broadcasting legend Jim Lampley. Brandon and Jim discuss a wide range of topics including HBO getting out of boxing in 2018, Jake Paul not being good for boxing, drawing the ire of Howard Cosell, being friends with Max Kellerman, and more. Jim will host PPV.COM's Viewer Chat, which doesn't require a subscription, for …

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The Play-By-Play: Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, and Jason Kelce debut, Colt McCoy has rough broadcast 1:01:03

2d ago1:01:03

1:01:03

On the latest episode of The Play-By-Play, Awful Announcing's Brendon Kleen and Ben Axelrod discuss the Fox broadcasting debut of Tom Brady, the ESPN debut of Jason Kelce, Bill Belichick's numerous appearances. The guys also discuss the changes on "The NFL Today," Greg Olsen's pivot to the No. 2 Fox NFL broadcast booth, and Colt McCoy's rough broad…

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Joe Davis on Greg Olsen, Tom Brady, Joe Buck, Shohei Ohtani, and more 46:33

7d ago46:33

46:33

Host Brandon Contes interviews Fox NFL and MLB play-by-play, and LA Dodgers play-by-play broadcaster, Joe Davis. Brandon and Joe discuss a wide range of topics including working with Greg Olsen, Tom Brady at Fox, succeeding Vin Scully and Joe Buck, covering Shohei Ohtani as a local broadcaster, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awful…

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Mike Wright on "The Fantasy Footballers" podcast, Matthew Berry, Kyler Murray, and more 1:03:23

14d ago1:03:23

1:03:23

Host Brandon Contes interviews co-host of "The Fantasy Footballers" podcast, Mike Wright. Brandon and Mike discuss a wide range of topics including the origins of the podcast, Matthew Berry's importance in the industry, the evolution of fantasy sports coverage, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Fa…

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The Play-By-Play: Breakfast Ball's debut, Kirk Herbstreit goes heel and Coach Prime bans a columnist 59:33

16d ago59:33

59:33

On the latest episode of The Play-By-Play, Awful Announcing's Brendon Kleen and Ben Axelrod discuss the debut of Fox Sports 1's "Breakfast Ball," the season premiere of "College GameDay" with Nick Saban's debut, Kirk Herbstreit going heel and Pat McAfee getting drunk, and Deion Sanders and Colorado banning The Denver Post's Sean Keeler from press c…

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The Play-By-Play: ESPN fires RG3 and Sam Ponder, Ariel Helwani partners with Yahoo, Mina Kimes vs. Clay Travis 56:36

1M ago56:36

56:36

On the first episode of The Play-By-Play, Awful Announcing's Brendon Kleen and Ben Axelrod discuss ESPN firing Robert Griffin III and Sam Ponder, Ariel Helwani announcing that he's partnering with Yahoo Sports and the social media feud between ESPN's Mina Kimes and Clay Travis. Time Stamps: -:06: Welcome to The Play-By-Play! -3:03: Robert Griffin I…

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Sloane Knows - Max Christie on Kobe & Durant, Playing Celtics, LeBron & Lakers group chat 32:17

1M ago32:17

32:17

Los Angeles Lakers guard Max Christie sits down to be interviewed on this episode of the Sloane Knows! Podcast. Max discusses his early exposure to NBA stars like Shaq and Jalen Brunson, idolizing Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant, being part of the Lakers-Celtics rivalry, being teammates with LeBron James and much more. #Volume #Draymond See omnystudio…

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Dianna Russini on Adam Schefter, being an NFL insider, Aaron Rodgers, and more 1:05:01

28d ago1:05:01

1:05:01

Host Brandon Contes interviews The Athletic's NFL insider Dianna Russini. Brandon and Dianna discuss a wide range of topics including being an NFL insider, how Adam Schefter and Adrian Wojnarowski are mentors, what Aaron Rodgers really thinks of Dianna, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Facebook, …

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Chris Haynes on "Inside the NBA," cultivating relationships in media, LeBron James, and more 1:44:13

1M ago1:44:13

1:44:13

Host Brandon Contes interviews TNT and Bleacher Report NBA insider Chris Haynes. Brandon and Chris discuss a wide range of topics including the future of the NBA on TNT and how the "Inside the NBA" guys are, being a local beat reporter and cultivating relationships, how LeBron James had a part in getting him a national reporting job, and more. For …

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Chiney Ogwumike on Caitlin Clark/Angel Reese rivalry, WNBA, Stephen A. Smith, and more 1:02:57

1M ago1:02:57

1:02:57

Host Brandon Contes interviews former WNBA player and current ESPN host/analyst Chiney Ogwumike. Brandon and Chiney discuss a wide range of topics including Caitlin Clark's impact on women's sports, being tested by WNBA vets as a #1 overall pick, being mentored by Stephen A. Smith, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.co…

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Sloane Knows NEXT - Mercy Miller on neighbor Chris Paul, playing Chet Holmgren, NBA style icons 27:15

2M ago27:15

27:15

Welcome to the debut episode of Sloane Knows: NEXT, where Sloane speaks with the future NBA stars of tomorrow. Sloane sits down with Mercy Miller, an 18-year-old 4-star commit to the University of Houston, who is the son of rapper Master P. Mercy discusses his relationship with Chris Paul, idolizing Derrick Rose, the Chicago Bulls and Boston Celtic…

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Jonathan Tannenwald on Gregg Berhalter, Emma Hayes, CONMEBOL, Lionel Messi, and more 56:27

2M ago56:27

56:27

Host Brandon Contes interviews Philadelphia Inquirer reporter Jonathan Tannenwald. Brandon and Jonathan discuss a wide range of topics including Gregg Berhalter's sacking from the U.S. Men's National Team, the logistics mess by CONMEBOL at the Copa América, Emma Hayes with the U.S. Women's National Team, Lionel Messi in MLS, and more. For even more…

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Brian Kenny on MLB All-Star Game uniforms, HOF weekend, Max Kellerman's whereabouts, and more 36:38

2M ago36:38

36:38

Host Brandon Contes interviews MLB Network host and emcee of the National Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Brian Kenny. Brandon and Brian discuss a wide range of topics including Brian defending the concept of having special uniforms for the All-Star Game, the responsibility of being emcee for induction weekend, what Max Kellerman has been…

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Sloane Knows - Derek Fisher on Celtics-Lakers 2010 NBA Finals, Kobe Bryant & best teammates 45:07

2M ago45:07

45:07

Former NBA guard and Los Angeles Lakers icon Derek Fisher sits down to be interviewed on this episode of the Sloane Knows! Podcast. They discuss his upbringing in Arkansas as a Lakers fan, the biggest difference he’s seen in high school basketball then and now as the head coach at Crespi Carmelite High School in Encino, California, the most impactf…

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Ian Rapoport on Adam Schefter, NFL Network, getting scoops, and more 30:57

2M ago30:57

30:57

Host Brandon Contes interviews NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport. Brandon and Ian discuss a wide range of topics including Ian's relationship with ESPN's Adam Schefter, "The Insiders" on NFL Network, various stories about reporting, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram…

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Andrea Kremer on sports journalism, women in sports, "Real Sports'" cancellation, and more 1:14:57

3M ago1:14:57

1:14:57

Host Brandon Contes interviews sports journalism legend Andrea Kremer. Brandon and Andrea discuss a wide range of topics including the state of sports journalism especially after the cancellation of "Real Sports," the #MeToo movement in sports media, being part of the first all-woman NFL booth, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awful…

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Connor Hughes on New York Jets, Robert Saleh, Aaron Rodgers, and more 54:31

3M ago54:31

54:31

Host Brandon Contes interviews SNY's New York Jets reporter Connor Hughes. Brandon and Connor discuss a wide range of topics including Aaron Rodgers being Aaron Rodgers, Robert Saleh's handling of Rodgers missing mandatory minicamp, reporting or not reporting what sources tell you, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.co…

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Sloane Knows - Sloane talks with some of the top NBA Draft Prospects 26:57

3M ago26:57

26:57

Some of the top NBA Draft prospect sit down with Sloane to be interviewed on this episode of the Sloane Knows! Podcast. Sloane is joined by Alex Sarr (0:35), Cody Williams (5:01), Devin Carter (12:45), Ron Holland (19:37), and Taran Armstrong (25:23) to discuss their preparation leading up to the draft, their favorite NBA player, who the first NBA …

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Chris Carlin on "Mike and the Mad Dog," Don Imus, Mike Piazza, and more 1:13:02

3M ago1:13:02

1:13:02

Host Brandon Contes interviews former "Mike and the Mad Dog" producer and current co-host of "Carlin vs. Joe," Chris Carlin. Brandon and Chris discuss a wide range of topics including trying to navigate Mike Francesa and Chris Russo during their blowup, the "challenge" of working with Don Imus, entering broadcasting due to somebody getting pantsed …

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Michael Holley on Boston Celtics, "Around the Horn," Max Kellerman, and more 1:19:10

3M ago1:19:10

1:19:10

Host Brandon Contes interviews former "Around the Horn" panelist and current co-host of "Brother From Another" Michael Holley. Brandon and Michael discuss a wide range of topics including the Boston media's feelings about Joe Mazzulla, Kyrie Irving's tenure in Boston, being on "Around the Horn," working with Max Kellerman, and more. For even more d…

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Nick Wright on FS1, Kansas City, Caitlin Clark, and more 1:23:27

3M ago1:23:27

1:23:27

Host Brandon Contes interviews "First Things First" co-host Nick Wright. Brandon and Nick discuss a wide range of topics including going to FS1 instead of ESPN, Chennedy Carter's foul on Caitlin Clark and the overall WNBA discussion, doing sports talk radio in Kansas City, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and fol…

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Sloane Knows - Juan Toscano-Anderson on Steph Curry & LeBron, Warriors' future, guarding KD 37:54

4M ago37:54

37:54

Juan Toscano-Anderson sits down for this edition of the Sloane Knows! Podcast. Sloane & Juan discuss his time in the NBA, suffering a near-death injury while playing, why Kevin Durant was his toughest matchup, his starting lineup of the best teammates he's played with on the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors, the best basketball players …

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The Bill Walton Tribute Show: With Jason Benetti, Roxy Bernstein, and Dave Pasch 1:15:52

4M ago1:15:52

1:15:52

Bill Walton died on May 27, 2024 at the age of 71. Bill meant a lot to us at Awful Announcing, so we wanted to do something special. We invited a few of Bill's many friends and broadcast partners to tell stories and memories of the Basketball Hall of Famer and legendary broadcaster. Sit back with host Brandon Contes and guests Jason Benetti, Roxy B…

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Paul Page on Indy 500, Sid Collins, Bobby Unser, and more 1:02:32

4M ago1:02:32

1:02:32

Host Brandon Contes interviews legendary Indianapolis 500 broadcaster Paul Page. Brandon and Paul discuss a wide range of topics including working the Indy 500 on radio and TV, being mentored by Sid Collins, working with Bobby Unser, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagr…

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John Brenkus on "SportScience," Marcellus Wiley, Brinx. TV, and more 32:38

4M ago32:38

32:38

Host Brandon Contes interviews executive producer and host of "SportScience," John Brenkus. Brandon and John discuss a wide range of topics including creating and hosting "SportScience," how the science community reacted to the show, creating and running Brinx. TV, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us o…

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Sloane Knows - Nick Young shares “Swaggy P” origin story, how to fix LeBron’s Lakers 28:40

4M ago28:40

28:40

Former NBA guard Nick Young sits down to be interviewed on this episode of the Sloane Knows! Podcast. Sloane & Nick discuss Young choosing to play for the USC Trojans, the backstory behind his nickname “Swaggy P,” how to fix the Los Angeles Lakers this NBA offseason, Anthony Edwards as the future face of the league, and much more! 07:40 - Choosing …

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Steve Levy on Stanley Cup Playoffs, ESPN, bulging discs, and more 44:59

4M ago44:59

44:59

Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN's Steve Levy. Brandon and Steve discuss a wide range of topics including being a Rangers fan and working with Mark Messier, working "Monday Night Football," his infamous "bulging disc" blooper, why Pat McAfee is a "genius," and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Face…

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Jon "Stugotz" Weiner on Dan Le Batard, WFAN, Pat McAfee, and more 1:04:49

4M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

Host Brandon Contes interviews co-host of "The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz," Jon "Stugotz" Weiner. Brandon and Stugotz discuss a wide range of topics including being interested in being program director at WFAN, working with Dan Le Batard for nearly 20 years, the importance of being on ESPN and being jealous of Pat McAfee, and more. For even mo…

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Eli Gold on departing Alabama, NASCAR, Nick Saban, and more 48:45

5M ago48:45

48:45

Host Brandon Contes interviews broadcasting legend Eli Gold. Brandon and Bob discuss a wide range of topics including being the voice of the Alabama Crimson Tide, Alabama not retaining him for 2024, telling a white lie to start broadcasting in NASCAR, Nick Saban retiring from coaching, and more. NOTE: We apologize for some audio and visual issues d…

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Sloane Knows - Spencer Dinwiddie on LeBron & Lakers, guarding James Harden, Anthony Edwards 30:58

5M ago30:58

30:58

Los Angeles Lakers guard Spencer Dinwiddie sits down to be interviewed on this episode of the Sloane Knows! Podcast. Sloane & Spencer discuss his basketball path as a youth through high school and college, what Dinwiddie identifies as free agent “green flags” with NBA teams, joining the Los Angeles Lakers, his beef with New York Knicks fans, what h…

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Bob Costas on Donald Trump, Olympics, Tom Brady, and more 59:38

5M ago59:38

59:38

Host Brandon Contes interviews broadcasting legend Bob Costas. Brandon and Bob discuss a wide range of topics including his feelings on Donald Trump before and after becoming president, Bob's infamous gun culture essay, how Tom Brady would be as a broadcaster, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Fac…

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Danny Parkins on Caleb Williams, Nick Wright, Danny's book, and more 57:43

5M ago57:43

57:43

Host Brandon Contes interviews "Parkins & Spiegel Show" co-host and co-author of the book "Pipeline to the Pros," Danny Parkins. Brandon and Danny discuss a wide range of topics including Caleb Williams (very likely) going to the Bears, being the best man at Nick Wright's vow renewal, breaking the news of the Jovan Belcher tragedy, and more. For ev…

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Sloane Knows - Matt Barnes Reveals Untold Kobe Bryant Stories, Talks “We Believe” Warriors 35:36

6M ago35:36

35:36

Matt Barnes sits down to be interviewed on this episode of the Sloane Knows! Podcast. Matt & Sloane discuss playing on nine different NBA teams over the course of his career, what advice Matt would give to any athlete, winning a ring with the Golden State Warriors at the end of his career, Barnes’ friendship with Kobe Bryant, and much more. 03:55 -…

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Buster Olney on MLB offseason, Scott Boras, Shohei Ohtani, and more 52:39

6M ago52:39

52:39

Guest host Jessica Kleinschmidt interviews ESPN MLB reporter Buster Olney. Jessica and Buster discuss a wide range of topics including the slow pace of the MLB offseason, Scott Boras taking some losses in negotiations, helping Buster Posey be more media friendly, and more. NOTE: We recorded with Buster on Friday March 22, so in between recording an…

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Ariel Helwani on UFC, Dana White, Joe Rogan, and more 1:09:24

6M ago1:09:24

1:09:24

Host Brandon Contes interviews MMA reporter Ariel Helwani. Brandon and Ariel discuss a wide range of topics including discovering mixed martial arts and going to school to cover the sport, Dana White running the UFC, Joe Rogan as a UFC commentator, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Facebook, X (Tw…

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Sloane Knows - Doc Rivers on MJ vs. Kobe Bryant, Lob City Clippers, Underrated NBA Stars 39:35

6M ago39:35

39:35

Prior to becoming the head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, Doc Rivers sits down to be interviewed on this episode of the Sloane Knows! Podcast. Doc talks his upbringing, what it's like competing against Stephen Curry, Kobe Bryant & Michael Jordan (as a player), fathering high-level athletes like son Austin Rivers, who's underrated around the NBA in D…

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Rebecca Lobo on Caitlin Clark, Kim Mulkey, Doris Burke, and more 55:07

6M ago55:07

55:07

Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN WNBA and college basketball analyst and Basketball Hall of Famer Rebecca Lobo. Brandon and Rebecca discuss a wide range of topics including Caitlin Clark and the growth of women's college basketball, going to the White House to interview Barack Obama filling out his bracket, her reaction to Kim Mulkey's comments,…

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Adam Lefkoe on "Inside the NBA," Doc Rivers, LeBron James, and more 1:04:09

7M ago1:04:09

1:04:09

Host Brandon Contes interviews "Inside the NBA" host and co-host of "The Big Podcast with Shaq," Adam Lefkoe. Brandon and Adam discuss a wide range of topics including lots of talk about "Inside the NBA" and the crew, reporting that Doc Rivers was heading to the Milwaukee Bucks and the uneasiness throughout the night when that wasn't immediately co…

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Sloane Knows - Kelsey Plum On Her Journey To The WNBA 34:22

7M ago34:22

34:22

In this episode of Sloane Knows, Sloane talks to the Las Vegas Aces Kelsey Plum. They discuss Kelsey's journey from being a bench player in high school to being a star in the WNBA. Plum dives into how she was "tricked" into going to Washington, what her "welcome to the league moment" was, who Kelsey mirrors her game off of, and how impressive Caitl…

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Taylor Twellman on Lionel Messi, MLS, Apple, Tom Brady, and more 57:30

7M ago57:30

57:30

Host Brandon Contes interviews head Apple MLS commentator Taylor Twellman. Brandon and Taylor discuss a wide range of topics including giving Tom Brady broadcasting advice, Lionel Messi in MLS, leaving ESPN for Apple, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads, Lin…

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Mike Joy on the Daytona 500, Dale Earnhardt, Kevin Harvick, and more 42:59

7M ago42:59

42:59

Host Brandon Contes interviews legendary Fox NASCAR play-by-play commentator Mike Joy. Brandon and Mike discuss a wide range of topics including interviewing being on the call for some of the best, and most tragic, moments in Daytona 500 history, what happens to the Daytona 500 if the Super Bowl is moved to Presidents' Day Weekend, Kevin Harvick jo…

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Sloane Knows - Draymond Green On Mentoring The NBA's Next Generation 50:38

7M ago50:38

50:38

In this episode of Sloane Knows, Sloane talks to Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green. They discuss Green's journey from being drafted in the second round to becoming a four-time NBA champion. Green shares advice for his younger self, emphasizing the importance of managing the highs and lows throughout an NBA career. He highlights the fierce c…

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Carrington Harrison on Kansas City Chiefs, Travis Kelce/Taylor Swift, Nick Wright, and more 55:21

8M ago55:21

55:21

Host Brandon Contes interviews host of "The Drive" on 610 AM in Kansas City, Carrington Harrison. Brandon and Carrington discuss a wide range of topics including interviewing Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift living in KC, Jason Whitlock in KC, watching The Decision with Nick Wright, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awf…

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Santi Aldama From Spain To The NBA 27:51

8M ago27:51

27:51

In this episode, Sloan interviews Memphis Grizzlies center Santi Aldama. They discuss Santi's upbringing in Spain, his journey to the NBA, and his rookie season with the Grizzlies. Santi talks about playing basketball in Spain as a kid, the decision to play college ball in the US, and the culture shock of moving from Spain to Maryland for college. …

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Rich Eisen on Jim Harbaugh, Aaron Rodgers, Stuart Scott, and more 1:17:35

7M ago1:17:35

1:17:35

Host Brandon Contes interviews NFL Network's Rich Eisen. Brandon and Rich discuss Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan, Aaron Rodgers playing for the New York Jets and appearing on "The Pat McAfee Show," being Stuart Scott's friend, doing play-by-play for NFL Network, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Fa…

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Evan Washburn on Charissa Thompson, working Super Bowl, interviewing losing teams, and more 56:57

8M ago56:57

56:57

Host Brandon Contes interviews CBS NFL sideline reporter Evan Washburn. Brandon and Evan discuss working the Super Bowl, interviewing the teams who lose big games, Charissa Thompson's sideline reporting admission, and more. Evan will be on the sideline for the AFC Championship Game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens on Sunday 3:00 …

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Taylor Rooks On Sports, Crushes, and Career 32:26

8M ago32:26

32:26

This time Sloane welcomes sports journalist Taylor Rooks! They talk about her career journey and women's experiences in sports media. They discuss getting driver's licenses at 16, high school experiences, and celebrity crushes. Rooks shares her "welcome to the league" moment covering her first NBA All-Star game and establishing a connection with Ke…

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