Anatomy Of a Broadcaster: Jim Nantz
"Nantz keeps up his high-level play-by-play, despite being one of the busiest guys in network television."
Anatomy of a Broadcaster: Al Michaels
"Michaels has an incredible knowledge of each game he covers. You can tell in some instances that he already has the grasp on a question he’ll ask an analyst during a game."
The Family Affairs Of Baseball Broadcasting
"There are several “family affairs” throughout baseball and some transcend just one sport. The common theme is, growing up with a dad that travels a lot leads to having to get to know him later in life."
Sports Media Personalities As Women? Blame FaceApp!
"Creativity and speed are essential for capitalizing on viral moments."
Sports Radio Must Address Its Own Minority Issues
"Radio companies have made it a priority to give women and minorities more opportunities at the Market Manager level, but it doesn't excuse a lack of progress in programming."
Ernie Johnson Is Trying To Get From Point A to Point B to Point C
"I think the key is always to know your role, know your material, know how to prepare, and know that the show is not about you."
Fake Crowd Noise Isn’t The Innovation Broadcasting Needs
"If there are no fans in the stands, it will create a challenge for broadcasters, but I think the fake stuff will too. You’ll know it’s fake, so will your audience."
Jay Mariotti Headlines New Additions to BSM’s Writing Team
"BSM has expanded its writing team with 6 new additions headlined by the arrival of Jay Mariotti."
Who Is The Best Analyst In Each Sport?
"Not everyone is capable of leaving the field of play and entering the broadcast booth. It takes a special former athlete to make the conversion."
Building A Fantasy Monday Night Football Booth
"The glory days of ABC’s early telecasts are gone. The uniqueness of those booths can’t be replicated and the times have just changed frankly and maybe nobody should try to duplicate what worked then."
