Melissa Jacobs career in sports media is as accomplished and fascinating as any you will find in this business. Continue reading “S2, EP. 4: Melissa Jacobs, Founder/Managing Editor of TheFootballGirl.com”
Tag: ESPN
S2, Ep. 3: Howard Bryant, Senior Writer ESPN/Columnist ESPN The Magazine
African-American participation in baseball, at any level, is a deeply personal subject for me. Growing up, I was usually the only black player on the team. I had great teammates, but I always wondered why more blacks didn’t play America’s Pastime; I also wonder, as the percentage continues to decline, whether or not anything can be done to reverse the trend. Continue reading “S2, Ep. 3: Howard Bryant, Senior Writer ESPN/Columnist ESPN The Magazine”
S2, Ep. 2: Greg Howard, David Carr Fellow, The New York Times Magazine
In April of 2015 Greg Howard (who was writing for Deadspin at the time) wrote a piece revealing the issues surrounding ESPN’s then-yet-to-be-launched sports, race, and culture website, The Undefeated. Continue reading “S2, Ep. 2: Greg Howard, David Carr Fellow, The New York Times Magazine”
S2, Ep. 1: Andrew John, Sports Reporter/Writer at The Desert Sun
The Desert Sun’s Andrew John kicks off season two of the Because of Sports Podcast. Andrew, who is a sports reporter/writer, discusses what it’s like to cover a “Beat”, his experience at the Indian Wells Tennis Tournament, the inspiration and challenges to storytelling in sports, overcoming letdowns in the sports industry, and much more. Continue reading “S2, Ep. 1: Andrew John, Sports Reporter/Writer at The Desert Sun”
Fantasy Football 2016: Stop Overvaluing Rookies and Some Preseason Week 1 Thoughts
The 2016 NFL season has begun and, despite me doing an awesome podcast (which you should all subscribe to and review here), I will in fact be doing fantasy football writing this year.
I know, you’re welcome. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2016: Stop Overvaluing Rookies and Some Preseason Week 1 Thoughts”
Ep. 13: Blair Walsh, Minnesota Vikings Kicker
When talking to Minnesota Vikings Kicker Blair Walsh you get the sense of a man that is focused on what’s ahead. He’s moved past last season, and is primed for a big season for a Vikings team with high expectations. In other words, he’s got the right mindset to play what can sometimes be a very unforgiving position. Most of that is because he knows what’s important, which is a testament to his strong family and support system. Blair, statistically, is a top-5 Kicker in the National Football League since he debuted in 2012. At age 22, he was named 1st Team All-Pro in the NFL (the only rookie on the team that year) and set numerous Viking and NFL records along the way. In 2015, he made almost 97% of the Extra Points he attempted and almost 86% of the Field Goals he attempted. Continue reading “Ep. 13: Blair Walsh, Minnesota Vikings Kicker”
Ep. 12: Mike Yam, Pac-12 Network Studio Host, Give Me A Sense Podcast
I think a lot of people can relate to the early morning/late night routine of getting ready for work or winding down the day by turning on a show like Sportscenter or a college network show. Even if its for a few minutes as a familiar backdrop to your routine, you can relate to “catching up” on what you might have missed in the world of sports. Continue reading “Ep. 12: Mike Yam, Pac-12 Network Studio Host, Give Me A Sense Podcast”
Ep. 3: Jim Trotter, ESPN NFL Reporter
ESPN NFL reporter, Jim Trotter, joined me on the podcast to discuss recent player’s early retirement (2:00), players lives beyond football(4:00), The Los Angeles Rams/ San Diego Chargers relocation (11:00), sports journalism’s changing nature (13:30), and his book, Junior Seau: The Life and Death of a Football Icon (25:00).
What Really Caused Chip Kelly’s Demise In Philadelphia & How He Can Bounce Back In The NFL
I’ve heard it all since news broke that Chip Kelly won’t be coaching the Philadelphia Eagles anymore. Continue reading “What Really Caused Chip Kelly’s Demise In Philadelphia & How He Can Bounce Back In The NFL”
Fantasy Football 2015: Players We’re Thankful For, Week 12 Waiver Targets
You know what’s great about fantasy football? The fact that it gives you a reason to be engaged in even the least meaningful NFL games of the week. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2015: Players We’re Thankful For, Week 12 Waiver Targets”