Andy Masur

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Andy Masur is a columnist for BSM and works for WGN Radio as an anchor and play-by-play announcer. He also teaches broadcasting at the Illinois Media School. During his career he has called games for the Chicago Cubs, San Diego Padres and Chicago White Sox. He can be found on Twitter @Andy_Masur1 or you can reach him by email at Andy@Andy-Masur.com.

All-Time #1 Seeds in Broadcasting the NCAA Tournament

I’ve identified the great teams, what about the greatest broadcasters ever associated with the NCAA Tournament championships?

As March Madness Looms, NFL Remains Unquestioned #1 Seed With No Upsets In Sight

This should be worrisome for the other major sports leagues and the NCAA Tournament.

Broadcasting Can Be a Cold Business for Legendary Voices

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Anatomy of a Broadcaster: Kevin Kugler

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Sports Broadcasts Should Remain Political-Free Zones

There’s a time and place for opinions on other things, but during a game isn’t that time or place. Be smart and think before you speak.

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The show will be filmed in Dokoupil’s CBS News office, giving the project a setting connected to his work as a journalist.