How J.A. Adande Explores Legacy Through Journalism and Evolution With “Dynastic”
"Dynastic fills a niche to look back and understand. I want to promote a historical understanding."
The Dianna Russini-Mike Vrabel Controversy Is a Media Ethics Lesson To Learn From
"Skepticism is harder to shake than criticism. Once people start questioning how you obtained information instead of simply consuming it, the dynamic changes."
ESPN Must Stop Troy Aikman From Selling His Access To Other NFL Franchises
"If the league won’t act, then networks should. Stop paying top voices if they are going to leverage the access you provide for personal gain and influence within the league. That’s not fair to teams, and in an era where the integrity of sports is constantly questioned, it’s certainly not fair to fans."
How Emmanuel Acho Built Speakeasy’s Success By Embracing Digital Community and Leaving Network Television Behind
"Just because you’re in a position doesn’t mean you know what you’re doing. What network executive would have been able to ideate Speakeasy? Then line up talent, build out the studios, and choose the timeslot for Speakeasy. I did that in 54 days."
Pat McAfee’s WWE Wrestlemania Role Creates Content Approach Dilemma for ESPN
"ESPN now has a decision to make. Lean all the way in and risk alienating part of its audience. Or show restraint—and protect the integrity of the platform that made this partnership valuable in the first place."