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Welcome to the Lowdown Podcast with Mark Brown. In this podcast you will hear the latest trends in the sports world along with some entertainment. Feel free to listen and enjoy the ride.

Mark Brown


    • Jan 5, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 33m AVG DURATION
    • 105 EPISODES


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    How Did 2020 Impact You As A Journalist? Part Two (Feat. Jonathan Thomas)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2021 26:42


    In this episode Mark Brown interviews KXAN-TV Sports Multimedia Journalist Jonathan Thomas (@JonThomasTV) about the impact 2020 had on him as a sports journalist. He explains the sports shutdown between March through late July, going from in-person interviews to strictly zoom interviews, and more.

    How Did 2020 Impact You As A Journalist? Part One (Feat. Senora Scott)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2020 19:39


    In this episode Mark Brown interviews KLST/KSAN-TV Digital Multimedia Journalist Senora Scott (@SenoraTV) about the impact 2020 had on her as a journalist. Going on 10 years in the business, Senora thoroughly explains her experience covering the major events 2020 offered including the coronavirus pandemic, George Floyd protests, the 2020 presidential election and more.

    LeBron James vs Michael Jordan with Rob Parker

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 21:30


    In this episode, FS1 analyst Rob Parker (@RobParkerFS1) discusses his thoughts and opinions on the Michael Jordan vs LeBron James debate. Does LeBron's fourth championship win increase his case as the G.O.A.T? Or is Michael Jordan still in the lead with his 6-0 championship run back in the 1990s?

    Dallas Cowboys Updates with Jean-Jacques Taylor

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 15:28


    In this episode, award winning journalist Jean-Jacques Taylor (@JJT_Journalist) expresses his opinions on the Dallas Cowboys' future without Dak Prescott due to his ankle injury.

    NFL Rundown with Terez Paylor

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2020 20:58


    Terez Paylor (@TerezPaylor), who's a senior NFL reporter for Yahoo Sports joins the show providing his biggest takeaways from week one of the 2020 NFL season. He also talks about new reality the NFL is facing this year and how optimistic they are as it goes on.

    Thunder's Valiant Battle Cut Short, Updated NBA Playoff Predictions, NFL & CFB Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 31:49


    In this episode, Mark Brown recaps game seven of the OKC Thunder vs Houston Rockets 2020 first round NBA playoff series and updates his predictions moving forward. College football and NFL news is also mentioned later in the episode.

    Sports & Entertainment Content Mastermind Josiah Johnson; Career Journey, & NBA Playoff Bubble Takeaways

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 44:26


    Josiah Johnson, also known as the creator of legendary content joins the show talking about his career journey which ranges from several different aspects including sports content, producing/writing shows and many others. He also provides his takes on the NBA bubble playoffs at this particular point in time.

    Sports Media Guru David Aldridge; Career Journey, The Last Dance Appearances & NBA Bubble Takeaways

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2020 62:00


    The editor-in-chief for The Athletic D.C. Bureau and former ESPN sports reporter joins the show reflecting on his career journey covering the NBA for roughly 30 years, his appearances on The Last Dance documentary, the MJ vs LeBron debate, and provides his biggest takeaways from the NBA playoffs located in the bubble.

    2020 NBA Playoffs 1st Round Takeaways; Thunder, Bucks & Lakers Early Struggle

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 23:37


    As game one of the first round in the NBA playoffs completed, Mark Brown provides his biggest takeaways so far. With teams like the Thunder, Bucks, Lakers and Nets struggling early, these first round matchups just became that much more interesting.

    NBA Veteran & NBA Analyst Caron Butler; NBA Career Journey, Winning a Capital Emmy Award, NBA Bubble Headlines and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2020 59:12


    The former 14-year NBA veteran joins the show reflecting on his NBA journey, career and breaks down his latest accomplishment: earning a Capital Emmy Award from his life documentary titled, "Seeing is Believing: The Caron Butler Story." We also talk about the latest NBA bubble headlines.

    Interview with Brandon Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2020 40:04


    In this episode, KPLC-TV's newest Sports/News reporter Brandon Williams (@bwillmedia) explains his journey in becoming a sports reporter. We also break down some of the latest sports headlines including MLB, NFL, NBA & college football.

    NBA Bubble Takeaways with James Herbert

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2020 31:17


    In this episode CBS Sports writer James Herbert (@outsidethenba) provides his biggest takeaways from the NBA bubble at this point in time. He also expresses his opinions about the overall bubble set up and what to expect leading into the official restart date (7/30/20).

    Washington Redskins News, Motivational Interview with Darren Haynes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 31:26


    In this episode WUSA-TV Sports Director/Anchor and former ESPN SportsCenter Anchor Darren Haynes (@DarrenMHaynes) provides the latest information about the Washington Redskins' potential fate with sexual misconduct. He also talks about the organization's potential name changes followed by some influential advice for all young journalists out there.

    The COVID-19 Impact on College Football (Feat. Brett McMurphy)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 30:49


    College football insider for Stadium Network Brett McMurphy (@Brett_McMurphy) provides an in-depth analysis of the coronavirus impact on college football. He discusses the possibilities of a short 2020 season or it being postponed into spring 2021.

    Top Ten NFL Tight Ends Going into the 2020 Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2020 22:56


    In this episode, Mark Brown provides his top ten list of tight ends for the upcoming 2020 NFL season. He gives you in-depth reasons for the TEs he chose and why they're on the list in the first place.

    The Mike Gundy Teammate Experience Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2020 50:35


    In this episode Mark Brown interviews four of Mike Gundy's college football teammates: Gerald Hudson, Vernon Brown, Robert Kirksey and Brent Parker about their overall relationship and experience with him as a teammates. This year Mike Gundy will be entering his 16th season as head coach for the Oklahoma State Cowboys, which happens to be his alma mater.

    2020 NFL Schedule Release Takeaways (Part Three)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 21:08


    National NFL reporter for Fansided Matt Verderame (@MattVerderame) breaks down some key points from the 2020 NFL schedule release, which teams have the best bet of hosting practices/training camps during eased restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic and what he expects moving forward.

    2020 NFL Schedule Release Takeaways (Part Two)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 19:22


    CBS Sports NFL writer Jordan Dajani (@JordanDajani) provides his biggest takeaways from the 2020 NFL schedule release, what he expects moving forward and some of the best players/teams to watch for.

    2020 NFL Schedule Release Takeaways (Part One)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2020 21:47


    NFL writer for Forbes and Sportsnaut Vincent Frank (@VincentFrankNFL) provides his biggest takeaways from the NFL releasing their 2020 schedule despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Vincent also discusses some early predictions of what teams to watch for. Luckily the NFL doesn't officially takeoff until September....there is hope.

    Dallas Cowboys & Top Sports Headlines (Feat. Sean Anchondo)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 32:13


    Texas State student, Dallas Cowboys' fan and ESPN+ contributor Sean Anchondo (@seanatx24) makes his second visit on The Lowdown, breaking down the biggest headlines for the Dallas Cowboys and what he expects from them moving forward. We also cover some of the top sports headlines.

    Will the NBA Return?? (Feat. Ben Golliver)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 34:41


    National NBA for The Washington Post Ben Golliver (@BenGolliver) breaks down everything you need to know whether the NBA will finish the 2019-2020 season or not. We also bring up hypothetical situations if the NBA were to fully return in the coming months or not.

    Denver Broncos 2020 Draft Takeaways

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 22:44


    Denver Broncos analyst Benjamin Allbright (@AllbrightNFL) breaks down the best picks Denver acquired during the 2020 NFL draft and provides his biggest takeaways. He also mentions what's best for Denver moving forward.

    Interview with Redskins Defensive End Jordan Brailford

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 25:46


    Washington Redskins defensive end Jordan Brailford (@Jbrailford2) reflects on his 2019 NFL draft experience, overcoming adversity with injuries in the recent past and how he and his teammates are adjusting to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

    2020 NFL Draft Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2020 30:57


    Sports Illustrated senior editor at the MMQB (@GGramling_SI) provides his statements of what he expects in the 2020 NFL draft along with a few best case scenarios for some of the top prospects.

    The Last Dance Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2020 47:29


    KXAN-TV Sports Reporter Jonathan Thomas (@JonThomasTV) expresses his expectations of the upcoming "The Last Dance" documentary featuring Michael Jordan and the 1997-98 Chicago Bulls.

    The Life of a Sports Writer During the COVID-19 Pandemic

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 29:02


    Oklahoma State football writer for The Oklahoman Scott Wright (@ScottWrightOK) talks about his life as a sports writer during the COVID-19 commotion, how his daily activities have been altered and how he plans on moving on despite the obstacles.

    Top Ten NFL Wide Receivers Going into 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2020 26:20


    In this episode Mark Brown provides his top ten list of wide receivers for the upcoming 2020 NFL season. He gives you in-depth reasons for the WRs he chose and why they're on the list in the first place.

    Mike Gundy News with Jacob Unruh

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2020 21:00


    Oklahoma State beat writer for The Oklahoman Jacob Unruh (@jacobunruh) talks about Mike Gundy's latest statements about having an early report date for the football team and staff. He also talks about what it's like being a sports writer during the COVID-19 pandemic and what his plans are moving forward.

    Sports Anchors Finding Content During COVID-19 (Feat. Jenna Cottrell)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 21:25


    WHAM Sports Anchor and Buffalo Bills beat writer for BuffaloPlus.com Jenna Cottrell (@JennaCottrell) talks about what it's like being a sports anchor during these rough times. She also talks about the difficulty finding content due to all spring and summer sports being cancelled/postponed, but luckily the NFL is still in a decent spot where her and the other sports reporters constantly cover the Buffalo Bills prior to the NFL draft.

    Top Ten NFL Quarterbacks 2020 Season Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 34:28


    In this episode Mark Brown provides his top ten list of quarterbacks for the upcoming 2020 NFL season. He gives you in-depth reasons for the QBs he chose and why they're on the list in the first place.

    Coronavirus Update (Feat. Kamie Roesler)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2020 37:35


    WIS-TV morning news anchor Kamie Roesler explains her experience covering COVID-19. She has been working and anchoring from home the past two weeks. We also talk about how much of an impact this disease is and how serious it should be taken.

    COVID-19 Impacting NBA/Sports Reporters (Feat. Ashley Nevel)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 25:37


    NBA reporter, sports producer and life coach Ashley Nevel (Twitter @AshleyNevel) talks about the seriousness of the coronavirus impact on sports reporters. She mentions how she stays in touch with other reporters via Instagram live (@ashleynevel) and talks to some NBA players here and there. Ashley maintains a positive mindset and plans on doing what she can despite the NBA's indefinite suspension.

    Top Ten Running Backs Leading Into the 2020 NFL Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 25:03


    In this episode Mark Brown provides his top ten list of running backs for the upcoming 2020 NFL season. He gives you in-depth reasons for the running backs he chose and why they're on the list in the first place.

    Did LeBron Get Robbed?? COVID-19 Affecting the NBA

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2020 23:13


    In this episode Mark Brown discusses his opinions about whether LeBron James got robbed from the 2019-2020 season due to COVID-19 suspending the NBA. He also reflects on how much of an impact this virus is to not only the NBA, but everyone.

    Sports Reporters Temporarily Covering News

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 24:16


    WBRZ-TV sports reporter Reggie Chatman (@ReggieChatman) talks about his temporary transition into covering news due to the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down sports. He also talks about how this can change the way we will view sports and the entire media once everything returns to normal.

    2020 Summer Olympics Postponed, Sprint Coaches' Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 39:38


    Olympic development sprint/speed coach Adrian Bazemore (@SCScoach) expresses his thoughts about the 2020 Summer Olympics being postponed likely to summer 2021.

    More NFL Free Agency Headlines, COVID-19 Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2020 25:47


    In this episode Mark Brown expresses his fan reaction for the Denver Broncos acquiring Melvin Gordon determining whether it was a good pickup or not. He also talks about the Todd Gurley news along with other NFL free agency headlines. Mark then discusses his concern with the coronavirus potentially causing a cancellation of fall sports including college football and the NFL. Wash your hands.

    NFL Free Agency Fan Reaction (Feat. Jason Britsch)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 22:13


    KAMR morning co-anchor Jason Britsch (@JasonBritsch) joins the show expressing his thoughts about Tom Brady inking with his favorite team: the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. We also talk about the biggest headlines/updates with the NFL free agency.

    NFL Free Agency Fan Reaction (Feat. Adam Abramson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2020 24:23


    Major Houston sports fan Adam Abramson (@Adam_Abramson1) joins the podcast expressing his reaction from the recent DeAndre Hopkins and David Johnson trade between the Texans and Cardinals. We also break down some of the biggest NFL free agency headlines.

    NFL Free Agency News, Top Headlines

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2020 25:55


    CBS SportsLine contributor Allan Bell (@AllanBell247) breaks down the latest NFL free agency news, the new CBA and the COVID-19 impact on the upcoming draft.

    Coronavirus Sports Shutdown, Future Plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2020 53:06


    Rod Babers (@rodbabers) who's a former NFL player and a current sports radio host for 104.9 The Horn joins the show, breaking down all the cancellations/suspensions in the sports world due to COVID-19. We also discuss future plans with sports media and whether college football and the NFL will be affected by the ongoing pandemic. This episode is extremely informative and I guarantee you'll enjoy every bit of it. Check it out and stay safe out there folks!

    NBA Coronavirus Concerns, Top Headlines

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2020 28:17


    In this episode Zachary Tennen (@zachtennen) chimes in on explaining how the coronavirus could potentially put a temporary halt in all sports media. We also break down some of the biggest headlines in NBA news.

    NBA Weekend Recap, XFL Week 5 Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 34:05


    In this episode Mark Brown recaps some of the biggest matchups in the NBA during the weekend of 3/6/20 - 3/8/20 including the Lakers and Clippers. He also breaks down the Oklahoma City Thunder's possibility of maintaining their spot ahead of the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets prior to the playoffs. Mark then recaps week 5 of the XFL, predicting whether the Houston Roughnecks will go all the way to the championship or choke shy of it.

    NBA Headlines 3/5/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 25:45


    In this episode Mark Brown tackles some of the biggest news in the NBA world. From the Luka vs Zion match up to Giannis and the younger generation idolizing LeBron, the NBA could see a shift very soon. Also shout out to Steph Curry coming out of injury.

    2020 NFL Combine Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2020 29:43


    In this episode Mark Brown recaps this year's NFL combine, breaks down some of the top prospects in each position and predicts their draft stocks.

    Interview with Will Collins aka Fast University

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2020 31:31


    In this episode Mark Brown interviews world class sprint coach Will Collins, who goes by Fast University on all social media platforms (@fastuniversity). Coach Will explains his journey transitioning from a professional track runner to an professional track coach. He started his own track training program in the late 2000s - early 2010s called "Prototype" until he eventually renamed it to "Fast University". His training program become a huge success where he trains the best middle schoolers all the way to professional sprinters. He plans on going further with his program. As of now it already has national attention.

    2020 NFL Combine Preview Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2020 33:38


    In this episode NFL draft writer Chris Trapasso (@ChrisTrapasso) joins the show providing his insight about the key points to the 2020 NFL combine, the most important prospects in each position and some big takeaways leading in.

    2020 NFL Combine Preview Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 30:28


    In this episode Sports Illustrated NFL writer Gary Gramling (@GGramling_SI) joins the show discussing his expectations of the upcoming NFL combine, the top prospects, and who he expects to dominate all the drills.

    Saved By Christ Apparel Appreciation with Raymond Randle

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2020 25:04


    In this episode Mark Brown interviews Saved By Christ Apparel owner Raymond Randle (@raymondrandle35) about his journey into starting his own business. Raymond reflects on his success with Saved By Christ Apparel and provides his future plans with it. You can follow #Saved on instagram @savedbychristapparel and his personal account @raymondrandle11. If you're interested in purchasing any gear, check out the website at savedbychristapparels.com

    Interview with Travis Singleton

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2020 34:23


    In this episode Mark Brown interviews Travis Singleton (@TravisSingleton) (IG:sneakerreporter) about his journey in sports journalism. He has been covering the Oklahoma City Thunder since the 2014-2015 season and enjoys every bit of it. He has his own website where he displays his NBA, NFL and sneaker articles along with his best work. You can find all his work on his website www.sneakerreporter.com

    OKC Thunder Breakdown, NBA Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2020 34:16


    In this episode, Joe Mussatto who's an Oklahoma City Thunder beat writer for The Oklahoman made his second appearance on The Lowdown. He broke down the Thunder post all-star break and added his predictions for their possible playoff standings. We also talked about pretty much every other team in the league and predicted where they would stand.

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