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

Teams don’t want to alienate fans, but also don’t want a broadcast that isn’t up to standards.

Anatomy of a Broadcaster: Kevin Kugler

"I wouldn’t trade the journey for anyone else’s path, but I wasn’t exactly a child prodigy!”

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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iHeartMedia Cuts Expose Radio’s Biggest Lie

Let's drop the "content is king" mythology once and for all — because it doesn't hold up under scrutiny.

The NBA Draft Has Become A Television Mess

"The problem is the NBA wants an NFL-sized television event without creating an NFL-sized television format."

Alexi Lalas Is Mastering The Role FOX Sports Needed Him To Play

"Networks like FOX Sports understand that shoulder programming needs more than discussion. It needs personality and personalities who bring out the characters of others. That's the magic of Alexi Lalas."

The Secret Weapon Inside Every Successful Rock Radio Countdown

"just another countdown" becomes a "holy sh!t" countdown.