Si Media Podcast With Richard Deitsch

Episode 537 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is a review of Fox's broadcast of Super Bowl LIX with Puck's John Ourand.How did Tom Brady do in his first Super Bowl in the booth? What were Brady's best and worst moments? Can Brady be judged fairly as an analyst?Other topics discussed include the bizarre Jimmy Johnson tribute segment during the pregame show, the commercials, whether the rating for the game will be hurt by the game being a blowout, a weird moment between Brady and rules analyst Mike Periera and more.Traina and Ourand also discuss future Super Bowls that will air on NBC and ESPN and whether Brady will be around for Fox's next Super Bowl in four years. In addition, Ourand shares insight on what could happen in 2029 when the NFL has the option to opt out of its television deals with CBS, Fox, NBC, ESPN and Amazon.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 536 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is an All-Traina Thoughts edition with WFAN and SNY's Sal Licata.Topics covered during the show include Super Bowl LIX between the Eagles and Chiefs. Has this matchup fallen flat with sports fans? Has Chiefs fatigue hurt excitement for the game? How different would the buzz be if the Lions and/or Bills were in the game? In addition, Jimmy and Sal talk about prop bets, which team they like to win the game and why the Super Bowl doesn't feel like a real game.Other topics discussed during the podcast include the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade, a must-watch "Saturday Night Live" special, Jimmy starting a "Curb Your Enthusiasm" rewatch. In addition, Sal gives a full recap of his recent cataract surgery.The show closes with Jimmy reading and reacting to recent Apple reviews from listeners of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina."Sponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 years or

Episode 535 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Troy Aikman and a conversation with WWE Superstar, Seth Rollins.Aikman discusses his strong comments from the Texans-Chiefs Divisional Round playoff game about the referees and the NFL rules regarding roughing the passer. Aikman explains how he realized his commentary drew a lot of attention and reveals whether he heard from the NFL after his comments. Aikman also shares his thoughts on what the NFL should do about roughing the passer penalties. Aikman also addressed a famous tweet he had in 2019 about Patrick Mahomes.In addition, Aikman also talks about the advice he'd give Tom Brady about calling his first Super Bowl, how nervous he was playing in his first Super Bowl and calling his first Super Bowl, the Cowboys hiring of Brian Schottenheimer and his relationship with Jerry Jones.Following Aikman, Rollins fills in for Sal Licata on this week's "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week's topics include the Royal Ru

Episode 534 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio.Topics covered include the significant ratings drop for the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs, the latest regarding the league going to an 18-game schedule, Netflix's involvement in the NFL, the narrative that the league and the refs want the Chiefs to win, the practice of having coaches interview for jobs with other teams while they are in the playoffs, what happened to Deion Sanders possibly becoming the Cowboys coach, Tom Brady's conflict of interest in calling game for Fox while being one of the owners of the Raiders and much, much more.Following Florio, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week's topics include the AFC and NFC Championship games, Chiefs fatigue, Bob Uecker, dark sitcom moments and more.Sponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabama and Ne

Episode 533 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with The Athletic's media reporter, Richard Deitsch, about all the latest sports media news.Topics covered include why NFL playoff ratings have been down, NFL broadcasters, what Deion Sanders coaching the Cowboys would mean for networks, Tom Brady's alleged "conflict of interest" as a partial Raiders owner calling a Lions game while trying to hire Detroit offensive coordinator, Ben Johnson, a disappointing college football playoff rating, Notre Dame's national appeal, the usefulness of NFL rules analysts in the booth, the WWE's new partnership with Netflix and more.Following Deitsch, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week's subjects include NFL betting, the NFL Divisional playoff games, Chris Russo meeting Timothee Chalamét on the red carpet for "A Complete Unknown," a Jerry Springer documentary, Sal getting in trou

Episode 532 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with versatile CBS play-by-play man, Ian Eagle.Eagle talks about calling the Chargers-Texans wild-card game, which he dubbed, "The Houston Invitational." Eagle also shares his thoughts on what it was like to call the Chiefs-Steelers Christmas Day game for Netflix, working with J.J. Watt and Pittsburgh getting snubbed at halftime. Eagle also revealed the advice he gave us son, Noah, on calling a blowout in the other Christmas Day Netflix game.In addition, Eagle addresses reports that he will be Amazon's lead NBA voice next year and discusses what it was like to call his first Final Four.Other topics covered include Eagle's hotel issues, his addiction to pens and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo.Following Eagle, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week's subjects include the betting lines for the six NFL wild-card games, when is the right

Episode 531 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with WWE Chief Content Officer, Paul Levesque, aka Triple H.Levesque talks about all the aspects of the WWE's partnership with Netflix ahead of "Monday Night Raw" debuting on the streaming service. Levesque explains why the show won't be a specific length each week, how fans can watch "Raw" if they miss the live episode and why he expects "Raw" to have a bigger audience on Netflix. Levesque also discusses what Pat McAfee, who will be on commentary for "Monday Night Raw," brings to the WWE.Other topics discussed with Levesque during the podcast include what John Cena's final year in the WWE will look like, where things stand with The Rock returning, whether we'll ever see Stephanie McMahon back on camera, if he knows what the WrestleMania 41 main event will be and how CM Punk's return to the WWE came about.Levesque also explains what his day-to-day schedule is like, gives an update on t

Episode 530 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is all-Traina Thoughts edition with Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York.This edition of the podcast opens with Jimmy explaining why his Christmas was completely ruined. Jimmy and Sal discuss Netflix's NFL debut and ratings, Beyonce's Christmas Day halftime show, the NFL playoff picture, Super Bowl odds, the Aaron Rodgers Netflix documentary, the passing of broadcaster Greg Gumbel and more.Jimmy and Sal also read and react to Apple reviews from the month of December for "SI Media With Jimmy Traina."The podcast also features a surprise cameo from an unexpected guest.Sponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 years or older in CO for some games, 21 years or older in Massachusetts & Arizona) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in Colorado for some games. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; In

Episode 529 of "Sl Media with Jimmy Traina" is the 5th annual year-in-review extravaganza roundtable with Peter Schrager from "Good Morning Football" and Andrew Perloff from CBS Sports Radio.The podcast covers and best and worst of 2024 in the world of sports, media and pop culture. Why did the NBA ratings dip while Caitlin Clark took over women's basketball? What effects will Woj's retirement bring and what were the underrated sports personalities of the year? What were the sports media trends that hit and missed?Also covered during the roundtable discussion: Best sports shows, best non-sports show, best segments, best podcasts, best books and much moreSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 2

Episode 528 of "SI Media Podcast With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the voice of NBC's "Sunday Night Football," Mike Tirico.Tirico reveals the details of his torn Achilles' injury and explains how he's been able to work through the injury. Tirico also discusses some of the best SNF moments of the season including the snow game in Buffalo, the Lions' wild comeback against the Texans and the Chiefs' "doink for the division" game.Tirico also shares his thoughts on the NFL schedule and the change he'd like to see in how the schedule gets put together late in the season. He also talks about becoming NBC's lead NBA play-by-play caller and reminisces about working with Hubie Brown for 10 years.Following Tirico, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York, joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week, Jimmy and Sal talk about Bill Belichick choosing college football over the NFL, the Charlotte Hornets promotion disaster, the Ada

Episode 527 of "SI Media Podcast With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with ESPN play-by-play caller, Sean McDonough.McDonough talks about his memorable calls at the end of Clemson's wild ACC Championship win against SMU, reaction to the calls and getting a text message from the legendary Verne Lundquist after the game.McDonough also takes a trip down memory lane to discuss some of his famous calls, talks about what it was like to work with Bill Raftery and why Raftery got the nickname, "Uncle One More," and explains why he isn't shy about offering his opinions during games.McDonough also shares his thoughts on calling his first ever TV game in South Bend for the Indiana-Notre Dame first-round playoff game and the college football playoff set up.Following McDonough, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York, joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week, Jimmy and Sal talk about an NFL scheduling problem, the new season of "Hard Knocks," Netflix g

Episode 526 of SI Media Podcast With Jimmy Traina features an interview with The Ringer's Bryan Curtis about the latest sports media news.Jimmy and Bryan discuss the "Inside the NBA" licensing deal between ESPN and Warner Brothers Discovery feeling off and why we should expect some twists and turns with the deal.Other topics include Stephen A. Smith's reported contract extension with ESPN for six years and $120 million, how Tom Brady has progressed as an analyst and what we think he needs to go better, which networks that air the NFL give fans the best broadcast, why streaming outlets have erased concerns about drawing viewers and much more.Following Curtis, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York, joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week, Jimmy and Sal talk about a Bills-Lions vs. a Chiefs Lions Super Bowl, an NFL Sunday disaster, the new season of HBO's "Hard Knocks," Sal's Christmas decorating dilemma, Jameis Winston and moreSponsored by: U

 Kyle Brandt talks about GMFB’s move from New York to California this season, whether he was shocked when he got the news about the show’s new home and how he feels about doing the show remotely about 90% of the time. Brandt also explains how his vignettes for CBS’ NFL Today come about, his process for writing his own scripts and how he came up with a piece to spoof the New York Jets by using the intervention scene from “The Sopranos” on GMFB. Brandt also talks about which team he’d like to see win the Super Bowl this season, the tradition of the Lions and Cowboys playing on Thanksgiving, the popularity of his “Angry Runs” segment and seeing people wearing his T-shirt Following Brandt, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York, joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week, Jimmy and Sal talk about Sal’s big Christmas tree dilemma, Thanksgiving traditions and they read November Apple reviews for the podcastSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for s

Episode 524 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with WWE Superstar, Roman Reigns.The "Original Tribal Chief" talks about returning at SummerSlam as a babyface, working as a babyface vs. a heel, the Bloodline vs. Bloodline story and how Wiseman Paul Heyman fits into it and what it's like to work with family.Reigns also shares his thoughts on the epic WrestleMania main event in which he lost his WWE title to Cody Rhodes, whether he can enjoy a match despite losing the match and the relationship between himself and Rhodes. He also talks about working with The Rock, where he stands with Seth Rollins andOther topics covered with Reigns include WWW "Monday Night Raw" going to Netflix, how long he wants to keep performing in the WWE, whether Hollywood is in his future, his tour bus, his Thanksgiving eating plans, the Georgia-Georgia Tech rivalry and much moreSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present

Episode 523 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN President, Burke Magnus.Magnus talks about all the aspects of the shocking deal that will see TNT continue to produce "Inside the NBA" while it airs on ESPN beginning next season. How did the deal come about? Will ESPN have any editorial control over the show? On which nights will we see "Inside the NBA" air on ESPN? What will happen to ESPN's current NBA studio show, featuring Malika Andrews, Stephen A. Smith and others?Magnus also talks about ESPN's partnership with Pat McAfee, where contract negotiations stand with Stephen A. Smith, what role ESPN plays in getting a "Monday Night Football" game flexed, the SEC's dominance as a college football package, what will happen with ESPN's lead NBA broadcast booth, Hubie Brown's future, Lee Corso's future and much more.Following Magnus, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thought

Episode 522 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with CBS's lead NFL broadcast team of Jim Nantz and Tony Romo.Nantz and Romo talk about their partnership over the past eight years, why Romo thinks they are having their best season ever together and what Romo has tried to do differently in the booth this season.Nantz and Romo also preview the huge Chiefs-Bills game, handicap the chances that Kansas City goes undefeated and discuss the Taylor Swift Effect on Chiefs' broadcasts.Other topics covered include the upcoming NFL schedule, the demise of the Cowboys, what it was like calling the Jayden Daniels Hil Mary against the Bears, the loudest NFL stadiums and much more.Following Nantz and Romo, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they discuss Jerry Seinfeld's surprise phone call to WFAN, Jimmy attending Chris "Mad Dog" Russo's 65th birthday party, Aaron Rodgers getting duped

Episode 521 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with SiriusXM's Chris "Mad Dog" Russo with WFAN's Sal Licata joining the this episode as co-host.The radio Hall of Famer gives us the full story behind the MLB Network cancelling his daily show, "Hight Heat," his reaction to the cancelation and what his future is with the MLB Network.Russo also shares his thoughts on Pat McAfee turning down interviews with Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the Yankees hurting Fox and MLB by losing in five games, the current health of Major League Baseball as a sport, the NFL's primetime schedule, whether he really took a gummy before doing a recent episode of "First Take," and his thoughts on becoming known for being the guy who loves gummies.Russo also calls about Licata (and others) for owing money from betting lossesSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy op

Episode 520 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN's Joe Buck.The voice of "Monday Night Football" talks about why Major League Baseball calls have become such a big thing with fans, the issues that national broadcasters have to deal with when calling MLB playoff games and why he won't call baseball for ESPN.Buck also discusses the best play to call in the NFL, what it's like calling a "Monday Night Football" game that's going head-to-head against a World Series game, the beef he has with partner Troy Aikman about being on time vs. being late, the broadcast restrictions on Tom Brady and much more.Following Buck, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they read the Apple Podcast reviews for October, discuss the World Series, a weird NFL betting line and a recent sports TV segment that was a home run.Sponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, NE; 19+ in

Episode 519 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with CBS' James Brown.The longtime "NFL Today" host talks about life before broadcasting when he attended Harvard University and tried out for the Atlanta Hawks and what happened when he didn't make the team.Brown then goes into his broadcasting career and discusses his decision to leave Fox's pregame show to join CBS' pregame show, what he expects to get out of the "NFL Today" each week, the changes at the "NFL Today" this season with Phil Simms and Boomer Esiason out and Matt Ryan in, what his typical Sunday is like each week and his biggest broadcasting flub, which was an epic 1-2 punch.Following Brown, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week's topics include the Dodgers-Yankees World Series, a terrible gambling beat, the NFL trade deadline falling on Election Day and a review of the movie, "Saturday N

Episode 518 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is an All-Traina Thoughts, All-Mailbag edition.WFAN's Sal Licata joins Jimmy to answer listener-submitted questions on a wide array of topics.Among the questions and topics: How will Tom Brady be affected as a broadcaster by the new restrictions put on him once he became a part-owner of the Raiders? Are Joe Buck and Troy Aikman ESPN's biggest win over the past five years? Will Bob Costas ever call postseason baseball again? What changes should Major League Baseball make to the way the sport is broadcasted during the playoffs? The problem with the WNBA's schedule during the Finals. Which games should the NFL and NBC consider flexing out of "Sunday Night Football?" Where does Bobby "The Brain" Heenan rank among the greatest analysts in sports history?In addition, Jimmy and Sal discuss a possible Subway Series between the Mets and YankeesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/p