Episodes

  • Netflix gets MLB opener, NFL wants to open up TV deals, and guest Mike Greenberg joins the pod
    Sep 29 2025

    On the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis and Armand Broady are joined by Derek Futterman to discuss Netflix reportedly acquiring MLB Opening Night and the NFL's push to open up its media rights deals. Then, ESPN "Get Up" host Mike Greenberg joins the pod to discuss his new book and more.



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    54 mins
  • Famed voice Kevin Harlan talks new Amazon role, radio broadcasting, turning down the MJ Bulls and more
    Sep 22 2025

    Famed play-by-play voice Kevin Harlan of CBS Sports, Westwood One Radio and Amazon Prime Video is the guest on the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast. In a discussion with Jon Lewis, Armand Broady and Derek Futterman, Harlan discusses his new Amazon role and why you'll be hearing less of him on NBA games this season; the craft of radio broadcasting and how it differs from TV; why he turned down an opportunity to join the Michael Jordan Bulls in 1991; and much more.



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    55 mins
  • CBS Sports icon James Brown on his career, versatility, "The NFL Today" and more
    Sep 19 2025

    CBS Sports anchor James Brown is the guest on a special new edition of the Sports Media Watch Podcast. The host of "The NFL Today" joins Jon Lewis, Armand Broady and Derek Futterman for a discussion that covers his broadcasting career and the wide range of roles he has held throughout; the lessons he took from being cut by the Atlanta Hawks; what nearly caused him to quit broadcasting; the 50th anniversary of "The NFL Today" and much more.



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    54 mins
  • Paramount-WBD rumbles, NFL ratings and a conversation with Fox Sports' Chris Myers
    Sep 15 2025

    On the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis and Armand Broady are joined by Derek Futterman for a discussion of Paramount's potential bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, NFL ratings and all the related Nielsen caveats, and a conversation with veteran Fox Sports play-by-play voice Chris Myers.



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    54 mins
  • RedZone ads, NFL on YouTube, "Big Data" Ratings, Caitlin Clark and more
    Sep 8 2025

    On the new Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis and Armand Broady are joined by Derek Futterman for a discussion of the massive backlash to the news that NFL RedZone will now include ads; the NFL's YouTube debut; the impact of "Big Data" on ratings reporting; Caitlin Clark's injury-wracked season; and Pablo Torre's latest scoop.



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    52 mins
  • Corso's farewell, Doris Burke's demotion, Sling vs. ESPN, MLB media rights
    Aug 31 2025

    On the new Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis and Armand Broady are joined by Derek Futterman for a discussion about Lee Corso's farewell and the future of College Gameday; Doris Burke's demotion from ESPN's lead NBA team; Sling's $5 day pass vs. ESPN unlimited; and whether the new MLB media rights deal is a bigger win for ESPN or MLB.



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    56 mins
  • 35-year ESPN vet Mark Jones talks longevity, style, criticism and more
    Aug 24 2025

    On the latest edition of the Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis and Armand Broady are joined by 35-year ESPN voice Mark Jones for a conversation about his career journey, unique style, how he deals with criticism and much more.



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    55 mins
  • ESPN producer Paul Ervin talks issues in live sports production
    Aug 17 2025

    On a special edition of the Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis and Armand Broady are joined by ESPN NBA and WNBA producer Paul Ervin for an in-depth discussion of issues and challenges in live sports TV production -- what the critics miss, how to prepare for the unexpected and the various balancing acts required of the role. He also discusses the impact of stars like Caitlin Clark missing games, the growth of the WNBA, and why he believes Hubie Brown was "the best analyst in all of sports."



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    1 hr and 3 mins