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Talking points: masculinity, culture, raceIt's always a highlight of my life speaking with Jason. This man and his tireless work shaping comprehensive, authentic men is nothing short of inspiring. Deeply grateful to have sat down with him to dig into the nuances of his new book (out Jan 28!), the manosphere, Black America, and what modern men miss out on. Listen. To. This.(00:00:00) - How Jason's environment shaped his perception of manhood, and the challenges of hypermasculinity(00:11:02) - Jason's take on the idea that men need to build value because they don't have any inherently(00:17:40) - What do young men find appealing about the manosphere, in spite of the reactivity and misogyny?(00:23:39) - Why men don't share their emotions with women, and what Jason wishes more non-Black men knew about growing up in Black America(00:35:09) - Do men need extreme hardship in order to have self-respect?(00:42:11) - On Jason's new book and being a Comprehensive Man(00:50:25) - What aspect of a comprehensive man is missing the most in modern culture? Jason Wilson is the director of the Cave of Adullam Transformational Training Academy and bestselling author of Cry Like a Man and Battle Cry. Since 2005, Jason has been mentoring boys and young men, teaching them how to rise above life's inevitable challenges. His impactful work earned him the President's Volunteer Service Award from President Obama, and acclaimed actor Laurence Fishburne executive produced the award-winning ESPN Films documentary about Jason's work, titled The Cave of Adullam. He is a man of the Most High, a faithful husband to Nicole, and a devoted father to Alexis and Jason II.Connect with Jason-Website: https://mrjasonwilson.com/-NEW Book: The Man The Moment Demands: https://mrjasonwilson.com/the-man-the-moment-demands/-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjasonowilson-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrjasonowilson/-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MrJasonOWilson***Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts,

PODCAST: Taye Diggs (@TayeDiggsInsta), award-winning Actor, Producer and Broadway superstar, joins Sports Business Radio for a conversation to discuss his versatile career, latest project and passion for sports. Diggs has starred as Head Football Coach Billy Baker in the hit TV show “All-American”, he narrated the ESPN Films documentary “The Fab Five” (about University of Michigan basketball players Chris Webber, Juwan Howard, Jalen Rose, Jimmy King and Ray Jackson) and he is currently part of the judge panel for the new HBO Max TV show “Second Chance Stage” (with fellow judges Heidi Gardner and Martina McBride). Diggs discusses his career in which he has starred in movies “Best Man Holiday” and “How Stella Got Her Groove Back” and on Broadway in the hit play “Rent”. Diggs also discusses his love for New York sports including the New York Yankees. LISTEN to Sports Business Radio on Apple podcasts or Spotify podcasts. Give Sports Business Radio a 5-star rating if you enjoy our podcast. Click on the plus sign on our Apple Podcasts page and follow the Sports Business Radio podcast. WATCH this interview with Taye Diggs on the Sports Business Radio #YouTube channel. Visit www.sportsbusinessradio.com to link to our YouTube page. Follow Sports Business Radio on Twitter @SBRadio and on Instagram, Threads and Tik Tok @SportsBusinessRadio. This week's edition of Sports Business Radio is presented by Boingo Wireless. Teams like the LA Clippers, Atlanta Hawks, Chicago Bears and San Diego Padres trust Boingo to connect their stadiums and arenas with cutting-edge 5G and Wi-Fi. From mobile ticketing to security cameras to kiosks, connect every piece of stadium technology with Boingo's converged wireless networks. As you plan for the future of your stadium, make 5G part of your gameplan and choose Boingo Wireless as your trusted connectivity partner. Learn more by downloading Boingo's free 5G Playbook for Stadiums & Arenas. Head to boingo.com/5Gstadium to get your copy. #Podcast #TayeDiggs #Actor #Producer #Broadway #Hollywood #AllAmerican #HBO #Max #Sports #Entertainment #Film #TV #Movies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Motorcycle Mary” tells the untold story of legendary motorsports pioneer Mary McGee a.k.a. “Motorcycle Mary”, whose racing career spanned thirty years and saw her shatter gender norms while mastering multiple racing disciplines. The documentary short will feature stunning never-before-seen archival footage and photographs from McGee's life. “Racing was never just about competition for me—it was about freedom, courage, and pushing myself beyond limits,” says Mary McGee. “I'm proud to share my journey in ‘Motorcycle Mary.' I hope my story inspires women and shows that with determination, anyone can carve their own path, no matter the odds.” Following in her brother's footsteps, her remarkable racing odyssey begins in the world of cars, where she outshines her male competitors, only later discovering her greatest sense of freedom racing motorcycles. She was the first woman to race motorcycles in the United States. Confronted by sexism and personal tragedy, Mary perseveres, pushing herself to greater and greater heights—culminating in her most hair-raising challenge: Becoming the first person ever to solo the grueling Baja 500 on a motorcycle. “Motorcycle Mary” is a production of Breakwater Studios.  “Motorcycle Mary”, as part of ESPN Films' 30 for 30 Shorts catalog, premieres on November 3  at 2 p.m. ET on ESPN2 and will also be available to stream on ESPN+. The short documentary is directed by Haley Watson (in her directorial debut), produced by Rachel Greenwald, and executive produced by two-time Oscar® winner Ben Proudfoot and seven-time Formula One World Champion, Lewis Hamilton. The film made its world premiere at the 2024 Tribeca Festival. --From ESPN

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Greeny is fired up for football season and chats with Dan Graziano about the 49ers potentially getting all three of their star players back for Week 1 against the Jets...meanwhile, Haason Reddick is nowhere to be found. Greeny explains why one coach may as well already be fired from his job after what he said yesterday, doing the one thing you cannot do! We play Sneaky Cam Trivia and Greeny tells the story of him and his son Stevie meeting Garrett Wilson at the US Open the other day. ESPN Films is doing a 30 for 30 on "The Sack Exchange" 1980s New York Jets defense and Greeny could not be more pumped. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 408 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features an extended conversation with Burke Magnus, the president of content at ESPN who has oversight of ESPN's live events, studio shows, newsgathering, original content/ESPN Films, the Talent Office, as well as audio, digital, and social media. In this podcast, Magnus discusses the state of NBA media rights; changes to ESPN's to NBA top booth; ESPN's longterm interest in the WNBA; the upcoming UFC rights; ESPN/ABC sublicense of college football playoff games to WBD; the latest on Venu Sports; the company's negotiations with Stephen A. Smith; how he views ESPN's role with the Pat McAfee show; ESPN's interest in future World Cups; his special relationship with Bill Walton and traveling with Walton to see the Dead & Company; how much ESPN/Disney should be worried about Netflix's entry into the NFL and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show by drinking a Pier to Pier Pale Ale from Hermosa Beach Brewing Company. She talks about her weekend in Los Angeles attending her friend Ellie's Bat Mitzvah, and flying to the Ozarks to spend Father's Day with her family.COURT NEWS (27:40): Kathleen shares news that Jelly Roll offered to pay a fan's college tuition during a recent Nashville show, Stevie Nicks is having a blast on her summer tour, and Taylor Swift just finished her weekend of shows in Liverpool. TASTING MENU (7:55): Kathleen samples Mister Bee Pepperoni Roll potato chips, Hampton Farms Spicy Dill Pickle Peanuts, and Doritos Baja Firey Mango chips. UPDATES (30:20): Kathleen shares updates on the climate activist children defacing Stonehenge, Elon makes Twitter “likes” private, Flava Flav officially supports Red Lobster's Crabfest, and King Charles' portrait was attacked by animal rights activists.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”(49:00): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a rare wildcat documented in the Yellowstone region for the first time in a decade, and records of Pompeii's survivors have been found.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (54:00): Kathleen shares articles on the 15 most popular things to do in Milwaukee, The Eagles' new residency at the Vegas Sphere, you don't have to legally wear seat belts in New Hampshire, a papyrus depicts Jesus performing miracles around age five, a white buffalo calf confirms a Lakota prophecy, Aaron Rodgers skips New York Jets' mini camp, Colorado's legal marijuana market is experiencing a significant downturn, she shares her thoughts on Tom Brady's Patriots Hall of Fame induction speech, and a cat receives a doctorate from a Vermont university. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (16:55): Kathleen recommends watching Chaka Khan's NPR “Tiny Desk Concert” on YouTube, and ESPN Films' “Renee” which documents the life of tennis star Renee Richards. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Herren's story is one of profound struggle and eventual redemption. Addiction impacts millions of families in heartbreaking ways. I know this personally and through sitting with multiple clients who have been going through it with loved ones. This makes today's conversation about addiction and recovery on the Cracking Open podcast especially powerful. As a young basketball prodigy from Fall River, MA, Chris soared to fame with over 2000 points in high school, even gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated before graduating. However, his journey with addiction had already started to derail his life and his future as a professional athlete. Due to repeated failed drug tests, Chris was expelled from Boston College.Legendary coach Jerry Tarkanian reached out to Chris and gave him a second chance to play college basketball at Fresno State. He flourished there, leading him into the NBA, playing with the Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics. In secret though, Chris was still battling with alcohol and drug addiction, and basketball simply couldn't compete with the lure of alcohol, cocaine, and heroin. Despite his success on the court, his personal life spiraled out of control, culminating in an overdose and near-death experience in 2008. Through what he calls his "sherpas" – guiding lights on his journey – Chris fully embraced recovery, and has been sober since August 1, 2008. He continues to share his story through various platforms, including his bestselling memoir Basketball Junkie and the Emmy-nominated ESPN Films documentary Unguarded.Chris has dedicated his life to sobriety and creating a positive impact in the world. Through his company Herren Talks, he has reached over a million students and community members, sparking crucial conversations about substance use disorder and wellness. Chris's nonprofit Herren Project, empowers schools and communities to make healthy choices and supports families through recovery. Herren Wellness, established in 2018, offers residential health and wellness programs to support substance-free living.Chris's journey and this conversation around addiction recovery will resonate deeply with many of you. Even if you have not been personally touched by addiction, understanding this topic and its impact is crucial, making this conversation particularly significant.Love,MollyLearn more about Chris Herren and his work hereFollow Chris on InstagramMolly's next 3-month Cracking Open group coaching program starts in July 2024! Learn more here.Interested in a VIP Coaching Day with Molly?Email Molly for more details!Follow Molly on Instagram and Facebook

Emmy Award Winning Filmmaker Marquis Daisy (ESPN Films) joins in to share his story, give insight on some of his 30 for 30 Documentaries, and reflect on the Last Dance.

Episode 373 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Kristen Lappas, the director of “Giannis: The Marvelous Journey.” The film debuts Feb. 19 on Prime Video. Lappas works as a director and producer with Words + Pictures and previously worked as a feature producer for ESPN and ESPN Films. In this podcast, Lappas discusses telling Antetokounmpo's story; how the project came to her; filming in Greece with her subjects; why the Antetokounmpo ended up trusting her; how to navigate the journey of the family versus focusing on his NBA play; the wisdom of Antetokounmpo as a subject, and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From 'Sports Media with Richard Deitsch' (Subscribe here): Episode 373 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Kristen Lappas, the director of “Giannis: The Marvelous Journey.” The film debuts Feb. 19 on Prime Video. Lappas works as a director and producer with Words + Pictures and previously worked as a feature producer for ESPN and ESPN Films. In this podcast, Lappas discusses telling Antetokounmpo's story; how the project came to her; filming in Greece with her subjects; why the Antetokounmpo ended up trusting her; how to navigate the journey of the family versus focusing on his NBA play; the wisdom of Antetokounmpo as a subject, and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From 'Sports Media with Richard Deitsch' (Subscribe here): Episode 373 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Kristen Lappas, the director of “Giannis: The Marvelous Journey.” The film debuts Feb. 19 on Prime Video. Lappas works as a director and producer with Words + Pictures and previously worked as a feature producer for ESPN and ESPN Films. In this podcast, Lappas discusses telling Antetokounmpo's story; how the project came to her; filming in Greece with her subjects; why the Antetokounmpo ended up trusting her; how to navigate the journey of the family versus focusing on his NBA play; the wisdom of Antetokounmpo as a subject, and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From 'Sports Media with Richard Deitsch' (Subscribe here): Episode 373 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Kristen Lappas, the director of “Giannis: The Marvelous Journey.” The film debuts Feb. 19 on Prime Video. Lappas works as a director and producer with Words + Pictures and previously worked as a feature producer for ESPN and ESPN Films. In this podcast, Lappas discusses telling Antetokounmpo's story; how the project came to her; filming in Greece with her subjects; why the Antetokounmpo ended up trusting her; how to navigate the journey of the family versus focusing on his NBA play; the wisdom of Antetokounmpo as a subject, and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From 'Sports Media with Richard Deitsch' (Subscribe here): Episode 373 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Kristen Lappas, the director of “Giannis: The Marvelous Journey.” The film debuts Feb. 19 on Prime Video. Lappas works as a director and producer with Words + Pictures and previously worked as a feature producer for ESPN and ESPN Films. In this podcast, Lappas discusses telling Antetokounmpo's story; how the project came to her; filming in Greece with her subjects; why the Antetokounmpo ended up trusting her; how to navigate the journey of the family versus focusing on his NBA play; the wisdom of Antetokounmpo as a subject, and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Imagine redefining the marketing playbook for sports documentaries to capture the rapt attention of audiences far and wide. That's exactly what our guest, Amy Zwagerman, accomplished with the ESPN Films 30 for 30 series. With her deep-seated knowledge as a fractional CMO and a veteran in media entertainment, Amy takes us behind the scenes of employing a theatrical model that transitioned these documentaries from mere TV shows to a conversational centerpiece. She narrates the thrilling ride to securing an exclusive Best Buy deal, landing in holiday gift guides, and clinching the top spot on Amazon amidst the holiday chaos. Her narrative is a testament to how a dash of innovation and unwavering belief can leave an indelible mark on a project's legacy.Transitioning to the labyrinth of startup marketing, we dissect the artful blend of analytics with creativity while underscoring the potency of authenticity in customer relationships. Startups, listen up! There are hurdles aplenty, yet Amy illuminates the path with strategies such as meticulous market testing and the criticality of product differentiation before you unleash your brainchild to the world. She champions customer involvement in product development via beta testing to fine-tune your offerings. And for those founders flying blind in the marketing stratosphere, Amy previews a bespoke marketing strategy service and an upcoming course designed to anchor your startup's branding and positioning for a smashing market entry.

ICYMI: Later, with Mo'Kelly Presents – A look at the weekend box office returns AND thoughts on Presidential Candidate Nikki Haley's surprise appearance on SNL…PLUS - Filmmaker Michèle Stephenson joins the program to preview her acclaimed ESPN Films' Documentary Short “Black Girls Play” which chronicles “the origins of the ‘hand games' that young Black girls have played for generations, and their influence on music, dance, and community across the American creative landscape” - on KFI AM 640 – Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app

ICYMI: Later, with Mo'Kelly Presents – A conversation with Filmmaker Michèle Stephenson, who joins the program to preview her acclaimed ESPN Films' Documentary Short “Black Girls Play,” which chronicles “the origins of the ‘hand games' that young Black girls have played for generations, and their influence on music, dance, and community across the American creative landscape” - on KFI AM 640 – Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app

Amanda kicks off by acknowledging "Universal Health Coverage Day" but expresses the need for concrete laws rather than just a day. Then Amanda and the team cover everything from Doja Cat's explicit warning to her white fans during a live performance to voting and venting the 60-Second Headlines about Disney's collaboration with Brittney Griner and Sudan's efforts to end war. Did you know that comedians are declining to host the Golden Globes, or that 50 Cent is talking about producing a documentary on Diddy? Find out more on this episode of The Amanda Seales Show. The show dives into Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley demanding $4.9 trillion in reparations for slavery from the United Kingdom. Amanda also takes a moment to remix a Christmas carol, reclaiming and rewriting the controversial history behind "Jingle Bells." The Big Up/Let Down segment features Adele's confidence and Meta's Instagram ad-blocking controversy. Desmond Thorne joins Amanda for the "Watch Don't Watch" segment, offering recommendations on what to watch. The episode wraps up with the squad sharing how black they feel today and the word of the day, "Quixotic." The episode concludes with a segment on politicians saying interesting things, featuring a quote from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez about President Biden and his administration. Listen, Laugh, and Learn on The Amanda Seales Show! FOLLOW ALONG AS WE COVER:   (2:08) - In a recent live performance, singer and rapper Doja Cat issued a very particular warning to her white fans. Just to reiterate, she said “WATCH YOUR MOUTH IF YOU WHITE,” as the song went into the hook– “N-ggas ain't shit, come up in your crib/ All up in your fridge, can't pay rent.” (7:30) – Voting & Venting: Let's Go To The Phone Lines. (12:56) - HERE ARE YOUR 60 SECOND HEADLINES! STORY 1: Disney has partnered with Brittney Griner to produce several projects based on her yearlong Russia detainment, including a documentary by ESPN Films and a limited series with ABC. STORY 2: The heads of the rival factions in Sudan, Burham and Hemedti are planning to meet to discuss ending the Sudan war. STORY 3: Chris Rock and other top comedic talent decline offers to host the Golden Globes… At least four other A-list comedic actors. A representative for Rock declined to comment. STORY 4: 50 Cent is taking aim at Diddy and his series of alleged sexual assaults by producing a documentary. His production company is reportedly planning to donate all proceeds from the documentary to rape and sexual assault victims. (19:52) - Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley said that her country is owed $4.9 trillion in reparations for slavery. (24:04) - We know Tik Tok is full of challenges. One caught our ears with the Gen Zers remixing Christmas carols. Let's listen to one. I thought it might be fun to remix my own Christmas carol, but not just any ole one– Jingle Bells, WHICH, if you didn't know… Was performed at Ordway Hall on Sept. 15, 1857, in blackface, during a minstrel show! James Lord Pierpont was the writer and composer who also wrote confederate anthems during the Civil War. (27:31) - BIG UP - TO ADELE'S UNMITIGATED GALL & CONFIDENCE In an interview she said– “With my music, and for whoever listens to it, I think I'm not the best singer in the world at all, but no one else can sing my songs like me because they didn't write them. No one can sing my songs like me, period.” “The lyrics are not their own, and I don't think anyone else should sing my songs.” “The Queen of Soul might be the one exception. Apart from Aretha Franklin,” Adele amended when asked about the late legend's cover of “Rolling in the Deep.” LET DOWN - Even robots are racist, y'all!! Black-owned athleisure wear brand Actively Black took to social media to call out Meta's Instagram for unnecessary ad-blocking. The first ad celebrated Black women, the second was Actively Black's impact report, the third was the brand's Black First collection, the fourth was their collaboration with the All Power to the People Project, and the last was the collaboration with John Carlos. (32:27) – And another thing! (35:44) - And now it's time for Watch Don't Watch.  My special guest is… Desmond Thorne joins us to tell us what we should Watch and what should not waste our time watching. (39:56) – The squad is here to tell you How Black We Feel Today! (44:17) - IT'S TIME TO LISTEN, LEARN AND LAUGH… WITH THE WORD OF THE DAY… THE WORD OF THE DAY IS: QUIXOTIC (kwik-SAH-tik) (Adjective) Describes people and ideas that are foolishly impractical, especially as they pursue or relate to the pursuit of ideals. A quixotic person is often known for lofty romantic ideas or extravagantly chivalrous action. It can also describe things that are predictable (47:41)- POLITICIANS SAY THE SMARTEST THINGS IT'S THE AMANDA SEALES SHOW, I'M AMANDA SEALES…. REP. ALEXANDRIA OCASIO-CORTEZ  (AOC) SAID THIS ABOUT PRESIDENT BIDEN AND HIS ADMINISTRATION: “The Biden Administration can no longer reconcile their professed concern for Palestinians  and human rights while also single-handedly vetoing the UN's call for ceasefire and sidestepping the entire US Congress to unconditionally back the indiscriminate bombing of Gaza.” (50:55) - Thanks for listening to The Amanda Seales Show! FOLLOW THE SHOW ON ALL SOCIALS: @Sealessaidit @Amandaseales @Jeremiahlikethebible If You Have A Comment Leave Amanda A Message At 1 855-Amanda-8 That's 1-855-262-6328  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After winning the MVP in 2021 and falling second in 2022 to Aaron Judge's record-breaking performance, Ohtani's performance this year earned him a second unanimous MVP award win. Announced in mid-November, the next day a ESPN Films documentary was released – “Shohei Ohtani: Beyond The Dream” – about his journey from Japan to the U.S. and his unique vision to make it happen. Jack and Kev talk about how this MVP win impacts the future discussion and initial reactions to the documentary.

Episode 326 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features an extended conversation with Burke Magnus, the president of content at ESPN who has oversight of ESPN's live events, studio shows, newsgathering, original content/ESPN Films, the Talent Office, as well as audio, digital, and social media. In this podcast, Magnus discusses how aggressive ESPN will be in retaining the NBA; the interest ESPN would have if the NCAA women's basketball tournament went up for open bid; ESPN's interest in future World Cup rights; how Magnus sees the upcoming College Football Playoff package; the disbandment of the Pac-12; the reporting that ESPN once offered $30 million a team for the Pac 12 which the Pac 12 turned down; whether it is fair to blame Fox and ESPN for mass realignment in college football; if former Pac-12 teams going to the Big Ten hurts ESPN; the market for ESPN outside of the cable bundle; the expected price point when ESPN goes over the top to direct to consumer; whether there will be more layoffs this year at ESPN; the decision to let go of NBA analyst Jeff Van Gundy; whether the NBA was involved in that decision; ESPN's deal with Penn Entertainment; the rules covering ESPN employees on sports betting; Sage Steele settling her lawsuit with ESPN; how much ESPN fears Apple as a competitor for rights; how ESPN views the WWE rights; why ESPN wanted Pat McAfee's entire enterprise; if non-ESPN people can come on McAfee's show and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Documentarian Ben Berman joined me for a chat about his new two part series on ESPN's '30 for 30: The American Gladiators Documentary'. The 'American Gladiators' was a fringe sport that was shunned by the mainstream media and embraced by the American people. Former professional athletes turned gladiators would face off weekly against contenders trying to upstage the larger than life behemoths with names like Zap, Laser, Dallas, Nitro, Gemini, Thunder, Viper, Siren, Ice and Malibu. However, what we saw on TV was only the tip of the iceberg as behind the scenes, the 'American Gladiators' origin story was not the Hollywood fantasy that co-creator, Johnny Ferraro wanted everyone to believe. Ferraro was an Elvis impersonator hoping to the turn the 'American Gladiators' into a movie about the working man turned hero...or so he claimed. Berman takes us through a two part in depth dive of who the actual creators were, why Ferraro is so secretive about his associates and co-creator, "Apache" Dan Carr was not originally allowed to speak with Berman and ESPN regarding the 30 for 30 documentary. Follow Ben German on Instagram @horse_berman and Twitter @Horse_Berman. ESPN's '30 for 30: The American Gladiators Documentary' airs May 30 and 31, 2023, on ESPN and streaming on ESPN+. Synopsis: From 1989 to 1996, American Gladiators was one of the most popular syndicated programs in television, a competition show that predated the reality TV era but used many of the same techniques to attract viewers. Every week, “amateur” contestants would go up against a cast of “professional” gladiators in a range of physical competitions, setting up David versus Goliath matchups that were popular with big television audiences but also earned considerable criticism for being “crash TV”. The show's cast and crew look back on it all, with their memories complicated by regret over what it did to many of the gladiators' lives. And as the behind-the-scenes story of the series is told, from the beginning of the film, the central, most compelling character of the story is clear: Johnny Ferraro, the creator of American Gladiators, a former Elvis impersonator from Erie, PA who came to Hollywood with a dream of putting the show on screen and ended up with a singular success. “We're very excited to finally get this story out into the world, and you can trust that it'll take you to some weird places,” said Berman. “Come for the 90's nostalgia, but stay for the Elvis impersonators, the burps, the mental torment, the murder plots, aliens, and of course the undeniable atrocity of America's dark history. And sports. It's got some sports too.” The film features original interviews with Johnny Ferraro, Deron McBee (‘Malibu'), Michael Horton (‘Gemini'), Lynn ‘Red' Williams (‘Sabre'), the late William Billy Smith (‘Thunder') and Salina Bartunek (‘Elektra'). The documentary is executive produced by ESPN Films and VICE Studios and produced by Ben Berman, Kirk Johnson, Russell Wayne Groves, Danny Gabai and Andrew Freston. Advance press screeners, additional information, including film clips and director statements and bios, are available upon request. Follow 30 for 30 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. #30For30 #AmericanGladiators #Documentary

Your official preview of ESPN's 30-for-30 production - BULLIES OF BALTIMORE - on the 2000 Super Bowl-winning Ravens with featured guests and ESPN Films co-directors Ken Rodgers & Jason Weber. On this edition of the Vault, Sarah & Bobby dive into that and more: Production timeline + why now? How Ray Lewis' controversial story was told BOTH on/off the field What to expect from the late, great Tony Siragusa GREATEST defense of all-time? And more... Interested in supporting the show? Check out what we're now offering on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3RorjU2 Hit us up: BaltimoreRavensVault@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Football History Dude is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYThis week's guest is Andy Billman, a former ESPN Producer. Andy has worked on many different film projects covering sports, and now he works on mostly sports history projects. We mostly get into some history about the Cleveland Browns, including his fandom for the team.AUTHOR BIOFrom University of New Haven Faculty Bio:Andy Billman is an award winning producer with a passion for sports and storytelling. Billman started at ESPN in July 2002, and he has worked on SportsCenter, The ESPYs, Playmakers, Tilt and Dream Job. Since 30 for 30's inception in 2009 he has been with the group working as a producer and director of documentaries for ESPN Films. He has worked on “The Two Escobars”, “Winning Time”, “Youngstown Boys” “Playing for the Mob” and “Bad Boys”. Additionally, he's produced other ESPN Films projects such as “The Announcement”, “Unguarded” and “The Book of Manning”. Andy has directed two documentaries for ESPN Films including “Believeland”.Andy Billman work as a producer has led to two Emmy winner awards, a Peabody Award and an NAACP award.THE FOOTBALL HISTORY DUDE BACKGROUNDThe Football History Dude is a show dedicated to teaching NFL fans about the rich history of the game we all know and love. I'm your host, Arnie Chapman, and I'm just a regular dude that loves football and is a nerd when it comes to learning about history. I created this show to share the gridiron knowledge nuggets I gain from researching various topics about the history of the National Football League. Each episode I welcome you to climb aboard my DeLorean to travel back in time to explore the yesteryear of the gridiron, and yes, that's a reference to the Back to the Future Movies.

ESPN Films' “The Cave of Adullam,” Executive Produced by Laurence Fishburne. The film, which won the “Best Documentary Feature” at the Tribeca Festival, tells Inspirational Story of Jason Wilson's Dojo in Detroit. ESPN Films' latest documentary “The Cave of Adullam” is currently available to stream on ESPN+. Directed by Academy Award & Emmy nominated filmmaker Laura Checkoway (“Edith+Eddie,” “Lucky”), the documentary tells the story of Jason Wilson and the transformational training academy he runs for young Black boys. With his mantra, “it's easier to raise boys than repair broken men,” Wilson's methodology teaches emotional stability instead of discipline, setting these children on a path to become whole and healthy adults. When Wilson started his dojo, he thought young Black boys needed more discipline, but quickly realized what they needed was more love. The film introduces us to four young recruits who are at a crossroads. Wilson challenges each of them to confront their unresolved anger, fear, anxiety, and lack of focus as they face the toughest decisions of their young lives. Wilson, who serves as co-producer on the film, is the author of “Battle Cry” and Amazon best-seller, “Cry Like a Man: Fighting for Freedom from Emotional Incarceration,” a memoir that follows the generational abuse, abandonment, and emotional suppression of Wilson's family and the redemptive power of God through tears, vulnerability, and ultimately healing. The Cave of Adullam has garnered numerous acknowledgments and awards for its work teaching boys how to confront and conquer their negative emotions with composure introspectively.

For Season 3 Episode 3, we were excited to have Kati Fernandez on the podcast. Kati Fernandez is the director of content development and integration group, which works internally and cross-departmentally to solidify the content strategy, launch, performance, and communication for all ESPN+ Original, ESPN+ Studio, ESPN Films, 30 for 30, Special Projects, and The Undefeated on ESPN+ series and films. Fernandez is also the co-chair for ESPN's Multicultural Women's Network which is an employee-led affinity group focused on connecting, developing, and elevating women of color. Outside of work, Fernandez runs a non-profit in the Dominican Republic with her family called Lazos Al Futuro, which translates to “Tides to the Future.” This year her organization enrolled 30 incoming high school youth members in the Dominican Republic and is committed to mentoring and sponsoring their growth and education for the next four years. Listen along to this beautiful conversation lead by our CEO Jaclyn Tacoronte.

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 7 of the ESPN PRod Pod, the official podcast of the ESPN Communications Department. The PRod Pod takes you behind ESPN's unmatched storytelling by introducing the people behind the content – who they are, where they're from and how they create the magic.It's no mistake Kati Fernandez's LinkedIn “About” section includes this key line: “Purpose-driven teammate and leader.” It's something the Holy Cross graduate lives each and every day in her role as Director, Content Development & Integration at ESPN+ and ESPN Films.“What I pride myself in being cool at, is serving,” Fernandez tells PRod Pod host Jon McLeod. “I don't mind what we're doing. I know that I'm gonna be a great teammate, pick up the baton, look at other ways, figure out how I can be a better teammate, figure out how I can be a better employee, figure out how I can be a better daughter, sister, friend, colleague, insert the word there.”So, whether it's immersing herself in the emerging space of NFTs for a Tom Brady project in conjunction with ESPN+'s Man in the Arena or finding ways to expand the depth of storytelling within ESPN's “Fifty/50” Title IX inititative, Fernandez interacts with colleagues from all across Disney to ensure the amazing work being created is being creatively injected into all of the incredible platforms throughout the enterprise.Fernandez's interests are as varied as the content she interacts with as we learn in the concluding “Fab 5” segment which is guest-hosted by ESPN Summer 2022 Intern Katera Brewer. From a track and field itch Fernandez wishes she had scratched to her favorite “30 for 30” to important work in helping youth education in her native Dominican Republic, Fernandez fills her days fulfilling that promise of being a “purpose-driven teammate and leader.”And as she shares, “milestones come and go, but what stays is what we've planted.”Kati Fernandez on LinkedIn

When Title IX became law 50 years ago, just 37 words of legislation established gender equity in education and athletics. ESPN Films' new documentary series “37 Words” explores how that fight was won, and the impact it had across sports and society. In the first of four episodes with ESPN's head of W Studios Allison Glock, documentary director Dawn Porter breaks down how sports converged with the women's equality movement in the 60s and 70s. We focus on two icons: Gloria Steinem, the feminist author and activist, and former World No. 1 tennis champ and women's advocate Billie Jean King. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode seven of the "Gameday. Every Day" podcast, local TV personality Ryan Bass and Rob Higgins, the Executive Director of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission, relive the huge Tampa Bay Lightning win over the New York Rangers in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs Eastern Conference Final and detail how Tampa Bay became a finalist, yet again, for the 2027-31 NCAA Women's Final Four (5:00)! Ryan and Rob also welcome Claire Lessinger, the Tampa Bay Sports Commission's VP of Events, to discuss the process for landing an event like the Women's Final Four and her involvement in planning the TBSC's "Beyond Barriers" event in collaboration with ESPN Fifty/50 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Title IX at Amalie Arena on June 23 (12:00)! The event will include an educational and thought-provoking sneak peek of ESPN Films' 37 Words, 4-part documentary series, chronicling the hard-fought battle of equal rights in education and athletics from award-winning directors Dawn Porter and Nicole Newnham (13:00)! Ryan and Rob are also joined by ESPN's Allison Glock, the Executive Producer of W. Studios and Fifty/50, to detail her two-year journey leading up to ESPN Fifty/50 and what she learned gearing up for the month-long celebration (27:00)!

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In this episode of Greece Chats I am joined by Christopher André Marks. Christopher is a director, writer and producer. His most recent work includes the acclaimed feature documentary, King Otto (2022) which was released theatrically and on streaming platforms worldwide. He has previously worked with HBO Documentaries, HBO Sports and ESPN Films' Emmy Award winning '30 for 30' series. His work has also premiered at film festivals like South by Southwest and the Tribeca Film Festival. He is American of Greek descent and is a graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts film program. The film tells the story of the Greek National Football Team's miracle triumph at the 2004 European Championships. The 300 - 1 rank outsiders, Greece, had never previously won a game or even scored a goal in a major international football tournament, but managed to single handedly knock off the giants of European football to achieve one of the biggest shocks in sports history. The team was led by legendary German coach, Otto Rehhagel, who left everything he knew behind in his own country to take on the underachieving Greek National Team. This is the story of how these two contrasting cultures, German and Greek, came together to speak the same language to write a new chapter in Greek mythology. Available on Apple TV, Amazon Prime, and all major streaming platforms. -- This podcast is sponsored by Prosperty. The best way to buy, sell, or rent property in Greece. You can learn more by visiting www.theprosperty.com

Former NBA Player turned Motivational Speaker Chris Herren was gracious enough to talk with host Tim McCarthy of 20TIMinutes. Tim & Chris talk about Chris's addiction to drugs, how it ruined his playing career, his recovery which lead him to be a motivational speaker, the mission of ‘Herren Talks’, and the two also even talk little pro wrestling to wrap up the interview. This is a really fun and intriguing conversation! Be sure to watch the interview on YouTube, so you can witness their rock, paper, scissors matchup! Chris Herren was a high school basketball legend from Fall River, Massachusetts, who scored over 2,000 career points while at Durfee High School and was named to the 1994 McDonald’s All-American team. Starting his collegiate career at Boston College, Chris transferred to Fresno State after several failed drug tests, playing for legendary basketball coach Jerry Tarkanian, known for giving second chances to players. He was named to the All-WAC first team in 1996 and 1997 before announcing that he would need miss part of the 97-98 season to seek treatment for an ongoing struggle with substance use disorder. Chris realized his lifelong dream of playing in the NBA when he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 1999, and then was traded to his hometown team, the Boston Celtics, in 2000. After suffering a season-ending injury as a Celtic, Herren went on to play in five countries including Italy, Poland, Turkey, China, and Iran. With the unwavering support of his family and friends, Chris has been sober since August 1, 2008, and he now shares his story with the goal of making a positive difference in the lives of others. His recovery journey has been documented in the bestselling memoir, Basketball Junkie, the Emmy-nominated ESPN Films documentary, Unguarded, and in countless local, national and international stories by The New York Times, The Boston Globe and Sports Illustrated, among others. Through Herren Talks, Chris has spoken to over 1 million students and community members, sparking honest discussions about substance use disorder and wellness. In 2011, Chris grew his vision of support for others when he founded the nonprofit Herren Project. Through the organization, Chris and his team empower schools and communities to make healthy choices, while also guiding families through recovery. In 2018, Chris also founded Herren Wellness, a residential health and wellness program that helps guests lead healthy, substance-free lives. With recognition ranging from the Boston Celtics’ Hero Among Us Award to the Faces and Voices of Recovery National Voice of Recovery Award, Chris’s incredible impact on his community continues to grow. Follow Chris: YouTube Instagram Twitter Facebook Purchase 20TIMinutes Merch:Phx Print Co Collab20TIMinutes Gear Follow Tim: YouTube Instagram Twitter Facebook Download the FREE 20TIMinutes AppSupport 20TIMinutes on BuyMeACoffee.com DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only & informs all listeners of the podcast, that the views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in the each episode belong solely to the host of 20TIMinutes, Tim McCarthy, and not necessarily to the podcast hosts employer, organization, committee or other group or individual. Tim is NOT a mental health professional. Tim only speaks about his own personal struggles and what works for him. If you're in need of help mentally or physically, please contact your primary care provider, a mental health professional or in case of an emergency, dial 911.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not because it rhymes with his name, but John Dahl has literally done IT ALL at ESPN. Getting his first byline as a senior in high school at the Charlotte News, Dahl has been on a road to success since his teenage years on Tobacco Road. From Sports Century to The Last Dance, Dahl has had his hand in hundreds of documentary projects at ESPN, and today he will take us down memory lane. John's experience and unique insight comes shining through in this latest edition of Beyond the Lens presented by Diesal Films.  We don't focus on just one documentary instead we pepper john with questions about the vast array of docs he has been apart of during his long tenure at ESPN.  Be it The Two Escobars, The Last Dance or With Out Bias, John break down the role he played in bringing those and many other docs to life.  I really enjoyed hearing him discuss all of the friendships that he has developed over the year with personalities like Kenny Chesney.  

54. Victoria Arlen - Accessible Voices “What am I doing? How do I do this? How do I get out of it? I think it's staying rooted in your empathy, love, joy, and gratitude, and sprinkling your faith amongst it all. I think those are big things...taking yourself out of the ego and being like, What do I want to give to this world? Because we only have a limited time here. So leave your impact, because we're all able to leave an impact here.” Victoria Arlen   Guest Info: Victoria Arlen's life drastically changed in 2006 at the tender age of eleven when she developed two rare conditions known as Transverse Myelitis and Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis. This was an incredibly rare scenario and Victoria quickly lost the ability to speak, eat, walk and move. She slipped into a vegetative state in which doctors had written her off as a lost cause. Victoria spent nearly four years “locked” inside her own body completely aware of what was going on just unable to move or communicate. Doctors believed there was little hope of survival and recovery was unlikely. Victoria, however was not ready to give up. In 2010 after almost four years she began the nearly impossible fight back to life. Learning how to speak, eat and move all over again. Victoria went on to exceedingly defy the odds and not only recovered but has since become an accomplished Motivational Speaker, Television Host and Swimmer. Her swimming resume includes three Silvers and a Gold medal from the London 2012 Paralympic Games as well as multiple World, American and Pan American Records.  In April 2015, Victoria made the transition from professional athlete to sportscaster and joined ESPN as one of the youngest on air talents hired by the company and reports and hosts across all platforms. In the Spring of 2016 Victoria defied yet another odd and after spending nearly a decade in a wheelchair paralyzed from the waist down was able to learn how take one step after another and eventually not only did she learn how to walk but within a year and a half in the Fall of 2017 she learned to dance as a contestant on Season 25 of Dancing with the Stars. Victoria and her dance partner Val Chmerkovskiy quickly became fan favorites.  Victoria is also carrying out her dream of helping others, serving as the Founder and Co-Chair of Victoria's Victory Foundation, a nonprofit that assists those with mobility challenges to achieve their own personal victory.  Victoria's book titled Locked In hit stores worldwide in August of 2018 and in April of 2018 ESPN Films debuted a 30 for 30 titled “Locked In” based on Victoria's story at the Tribeca Film Festival. Victoria was a contributing producer for the film. Victoria became the face of Jockey in May of 2018 and debuted her signature clothing line Jockey by Victoria Arlen in September of 2019.  In July of 2019 Victoria was announced as the new host of America Ninja Warrior jr, Season 2 which aired in February 2020.  In the last year Victoria has branched into more creative spaces in both acting, producing, fashion and hosting with a variety of projects currently in the works. Victoria has become world famous not only for her story and accomplishments but for her message:  “Face It, Embrace It, Defy It, Conquer It“ ™  VictoriaArlen.com   Favorite Quote: “Face it. Embrace it. Defy it. Conquer it.” — Victoria Arlen   R.O.G. Takeaway Tips: Three things for us to model in our own lives:  Gratitude  Attitude  Community Gratitude: Gratitude has been proven to improve our health, wellness, relationships and perspective.  What's something you're taking for granted right now?  Attitude: Attitude determines altitude. Attitude is everything. Charles Swindoll wrote, “Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% what we do about it.” How would you describe – in general – your attitude?  Community: Who's in your community? How do they support you? How do you support them?  Invest in your communities. They are precious gifts for us – and meet the human need to belong.   Resources: VictoriaArlen.com VictoriasVictory.org Locked In - The Will to Survive and the Will to Live by Victoria Arlen Careers at Disney/ ESPN https://jobs.disneycareers.com/espn    Coming Next: Episode 55, we will be joined by Mary Ann Newell and Jaylen Dotson from St. Joseph University's Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support. They will dispel some of the myths about autism and share the truth about the talent and capability of people with autism. Don't miss it!   Credits: Victoria Arlen, Sheep Jam Productions, Host Shannon Cassidy, Bridge Between, Inc.

“As long as I'm granted another day sober, that's the good life.” – Chris Herren   Chris Herren, former NBA basketball player, author and wellness advocate, has shared his story of substance-use recovery with over 1 million people nationwide. In this episode, Brian interviews Chris about his struggle with addiction, his path to sobriety and his ongoing mission to make a positive difference in the lives of others.  Click here to watch video episode! YOU WILL LEARN: How his addictions took hold. How he battled back to sobriety. How he is helping other people.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: www.herrentalks.com https://herrenproject.org/ “Fall River Dreams,” by Bill Reynolds “Unguarded,” ESPN Films 30 For 30 “Silver Linings Playbook,” movie “Cinema Paradiso,” movie “Cool Hand Luke,” movie   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “There was always another mountain to climb, you know. And by the time I got there, I was just tired.” – Chris Herren “I believe the word ‘rock bottom' has killed a lot of people. I believe it's prevented a lot of families from doing the right thing and intervening much earlier.” – Chris Herren “People who put more time into this early on, the chances of staying sober longer are much greater.” – Chris Herren “When it comes to this topic, we talk about the worst day and we forget the first day.” – Chris Herren “I'm an athlete. I'm a competitor. And I believe that recovery has given me a competitive edge. I believe it's made me better in all facets of my life.”  – Chris Herren   https://www.TheBrianBuffiniShow.com http://www.brianbuffini.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian_buffini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Theme Music:  “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave

Chuck, Sami Shea and Abby are really excited for this episode! They talk to the owner of Tacklebox Films (where Talk To Chuck is recorded every week) and music video director, Shaun Silva. If you've seen any country music video, it was most likely directed by Shaun. He has created the videos for Kenny Chesney, Jason Aldean, Sugarland, Luke Bryan, Rascal Flatts, Carrie Underwood and the list goes on. He tells us about the most expensive video he every did, how he almost died while shooting one video and his process for coming up with storylines and how he finds the actors for his videos. He also shoots content for ESPN Films and works with some big names in sports too. Follow Shaun on Instagram @shaunmfsilva TackleBox Films @tackleboxfilms Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Chris is a high school basketball legend from Fall River, Massachusetts; he was named to the 1994 McDonald's All-American team and began his collegiate career at Boston College. After failing several drug tests, Chris transferred to Fresno State where he was one of the best point guards in the country. In 1999, Chris was drafted by the Denver Nuggets and then in 2000, traded to his hometown team, the Boston Celtics. What no one knew during Chris's collegiate and professional basketball career was that Chris struggled with substance abuse disorder. Chris's journey to recovery has been documented in the bestselling memoir, Basketball Junkie, the Emmy-nominated ESPN Films documentary, Unguarded, and in countless local, national and international stories by The New York Times, The Boston Globe and Sports Illustrated, among others. Chris has made it his life's mission to facilitate honest discussions about substance abuse disorder and wellness and has conducted presentations on the subjects to over 1 million students and community members since 2011.

Big episode today! NHL announces jersey ads which should be a crime. Tigers game and Comerica buzzing and Miggy hopefully hitting 500. I am still juiced about Mel Tucker and MSU. Jim Harbaugh on the hook this season for Michigan, underachieving could make him leaving very real. Lions preseason game positives and negatives. Jalen Green is a coward, I honestly feel bad for Houston fans. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Damn I Love the WNBA! Jordan Ligons (Spinsters Podcast) joins Agata and Anastasia to discuss the ESPN documentary 144 (2021). Jordan shares her new life as a homeowner, her love for brunch, and her excitement for the rest of the WNBA season. The gang chats the WNBA bubble, women filmmakers, Chennedy Carter drama, Bill Laimbeer, Cathy Engelbert, Courtney Williams, Nneka Ogwumike's leadership, Sue Bird, processing trauma, A'ja Wilson's MVP, and just how amazing women are. Will the gang share a group hug and cry together? Check out this episode for the answer!

March and April can have their lions and lambs, May was an absolute monster month for ESPN's Brian Lockhart. On the seventh of the month, he was promoted to Senior Vice President, ESPN+ Original Content and ESPN Films. And on the 18th, during the Walt Disney Company's Upfront day, Lockhart and team unveiled a new slate of ESPN+ original content and a new 30 for 30 project that got more than a bit of attention.Communications Associate Producer Jon McLeod welcomes Lockhart to this episode of the PRod Pod and he admits to not entirely anticipating how his second stint at ESPN would unfold (he worked for the network after graduating from Holy Cross, where he played basketball).

The WNBA begins its 25th season on Friday with 100 national television broadcasts on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, CBS, CBS Sports Network, and NBA TV as well as live-streams on Twitter and Facebook. On Thursday, ESPN Films will premiere “144,” taking viewers inside last year's “Wubble” and a season dedicated to social justice. Hear from the Atlanta Dream's Elizabeth Williams, a member of the WNBPA Executive... Source

In this edition of Hoopsology, Matt and Justin first welcome Jenna Contreras director of ESPN Films' Latest Documentary "144" that Takes Viewers Inside the WNBA's Unprecedented 2020 Season. Jenna describes what it was like inside the WNBA Bubble and what viewers will learn from watching the documentary. Then Matt presents his league trends and the hosts break down who deserves to be MVP besides Jokic, if the Lakers are in trouble in the play-in game scenario, and we discuss which teams will make waves in the playoffs that people aren't expecting. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hoopsology/support

The WNBA begins its 25th season on Friday with 100 national television broadcasts on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, CBS, CBS Sports Network, and NBA TV as well as live-streams on Twitter and Facebook. On Thursday, ESPN Films will premiere “144,” taking viewers inside last year’s “Wubble” and a season dedicated to social justice. Hear from the … Continued

In this episode, ESPN Communications Associate Producer Jon McLeod welcomes ESPN Films Producer Marquis Daisy to the podcast, where they focus on Daisy's latest project, “The March on Washington: Keepers of the Dream,” which debuted on NatGeo last week and is available on-demand from Hulu.

Chris Herren was a celebrated basketball star in his native Fall River, MA before graduating high school. He went on to play two seasons in the NBA and seven seasons overseas before. losing it all to the disease of addiction. With the unwavering support of his family and friends, Chris has been sober since August 1, 2008 and now shares his story with the goal of making a positive difference into lives of others. His recovery journey has been documented in the bestselling memoir, "Basketball Junkie," the Emmy-nominated ESPN Films documentary, "Unguarded," and in countless local, national and international stories. In 2011, Chris founded the nonprofit the Herren Project. Through the organization, Chris and his team empower schools and communities to make healthy choices, while also guiding families through recovery. In 2018, Chris founded Herren Wellness to help guests lead healthy, substance-free lives. www.herrenwellness.comherrenproject.org

E30: Rob King is ESPN's Senior Vice President and Editor-At-Large. His role is to help define ESPN's journalistic direction. He oversaw ESPN's original content portfolio including: ESPN Films, 30 for 30 and ESPN+ original series, ESPN the Magazine, The Undefeated, and Outside the Lines. Previously Rob served as Senior Vice President, Original Content and Senior Vice President, SportsCenter, and Vice President and Editor-in-Chief of ESPN.com. He received an undergraduate degree from Wesleyan University and a graduate degree from Penn State.  He's also served as a Pulitzer Prize judge and is a member of the Associated Press board of directors. He chairs the Poynter Institute's National Advisory Board and was named by Fast Company among its “Most Creative People.” Rob's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-king-92a62a5/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-king-92a62a5/ ) WHAT YOU WILL DISCOVER: What's it like having one of the most important jobs in sports. Why he often gets called upon to be “wise in real time”. How to help your team think bigger. How Rob prepares his team to surprise and delight in every story. Where the idea came from for pivoting ESPN's College GameDay to the Masters. How to leverage utility and wonder to communicate your messages. The key to ESPN's successful navigation of the Pandemic. The moment they knew “The Last Dance” was going to be big. How to recognize and tell a great story. The key components of a great story. The greatest gift leaders can give their team. The phrase that inspires creativity at ESPN. How to generate creativity in yourself and others. The question Rob uses to open his meetings to inspire creativity. A classic Improv activity to generate creativity. Rob's advice for those from under-represented groups who'd like to advance in their career. How former ESPN President, George Bodenheimer, turned a perceived failure into one of their greatest opportunities.   Rob's most colorful story from doing a live event. Rob's book and music recommendations for leaders. The daily 15-minute activity that Rob uses to get his day started, and what he does when he needs to take a break.  The career decision Rob made that led cartoonist to the executive ranks. HIGHLIGHTS: The Questions that Rob uses to identify a great story: Will it drive empathy? Will it take you places you didn't think you'd go? Will it make you share that story with someone else? What success routines Rob picked along the way: Being present for the family. Doing the New York Times Cross Word Puzzle. QUOTES: “Great storytelling allows you to see the world through the ideas of others.” “The story has to make you feel something.” “A good story makes you want to share it.” “The greatest thing a leader can give their team is hope and optimism.” “Hope and optimism inspire creativity.” On identifying a great story…”Listen for something in someone's journey that others will immediately identify as the same as theirs.” “On what it's like working at ESPN…“Most days it feels like family.” RESOURCES: New York Times Cross Word Puzzlehttps://www.nytimes.com/crosswords ( https://www.nytimes.com/crosswords) The Last Dance Trailerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9Z9JtNcCWY ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9Z9JtNcCWY) National Association of Black Journalistshttps://nabjonline.org/ ( https://nabjonline.org/) National Association for Multi-Ethnicity in Communicationhttps://namic.com/ ( https://namic.com) An Absolutely Remarkable Thing, Hank Greenhttps://www.amazon.com/Absolutely-Remarkable-Thing-Novel/dp/1524743445 ( https://www.amazon.com/Absolutely-Remarkable-Thing-Novel/dp/1524743445) Utopia Avenue, David Mitchellhttps://www.amazon.com/Utopia-Avenue-Novel-David-Mitchell/dp/0812997433 ( https://www.amazon.com/Utopia-Avenue-Novel-David-Mitchell/dp/0812997433) Children of Time, Adrian...

In this episode of "The Marc Steiner Show," Marc talks with David Zirin, author, sports editor for The Nation, and host of the “Edge of Sports” podcast, and Alejandro “Ali” Danois, journalist, author of “The Boys of Dunbar,” and producer of ESPN Films' “Baltimore Boys,” about the dilemma college athletes face in a deadly pandemic. Zirin and Danois discuss the fallout for college athletes as games continue (with politicians cheering on) while hundreds of players, many of whom are African American, test positive for the virus.In the second segment, Marc talks with Margaret Flowers, director of Popular Resistance, co-host of Clearing the FOG, and former co-chair of the Green Party of the United States, and Andy Ellis, former co-chair of the Baltimore City and Maryland Green Party. We explore the dangers of being lulled into complacency by neoliberal rhetoric while substantive changes to address poverty, racism, global warming, and economic and social inequities remain off the table.Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate.

In this episode of "The Marc Steiner Show," Marc talks with David Zirin, author, sports editor for The Nation, and host of the “Edge of Sports” podcast, and Alejandro “Ali” Danois, journalist, author of “The Boys of Dunbar,” and producer of ESPN Films' “Baltimore Boys,” about the dilemma college athletes face in a deadly pandemic. Zirin and Danois discuss the fallout for college athletes as games continue (with politicians cheering on) while hundreds of players, many of whom are African American, test positive for the virus. In the second segment, Marc talks with Margaret Flowers, director of Popular Resistance, co-host of Clearing the FOG, and former co-chair of the Green Party of the United States, and Andy Ellis, former co-chair of the Baltimore City and Maryland Green Party. We explore the dangers of being lulled into complacency by neoliberal rhetoric while substantive changes to address poverty, racism, global warming, and economic and social inequities remain off the table. Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate.

Screen Queen Tara Ward has some picks for your weekend watching:Your Honour: Bryan Cranston stars in this drama about a respected judge, who's son is involved in a hit-and-run that leads to a high-stakes game of lies, deceit and impossible choices (Soho/Neon, 15/12).  ESPN Films: TVNZ OnDemand welcome a new collection of intriguing sports documentaries, produced by ESPN and following the lives of a variety of renowned athletes (TVNZ OnDemand, from 12/12)  Tiny Pretty Things: Netflix’s new drama follows the world of an elite ballet academy, and charts the rise and fall of young adults who live far from their homes, each standing on the verge of greatness or ruin (Netflix 14/12). LISTEN TO AUDIO ABOVE 

Celebrated poet, spoken word performer, writer and recording artist, Kae Tempest – winner of the Ted Hughes Award, and double Mercury Prize nominee – meets with Ian Rickson on the stage of the locked down Harold Pinter Theatre in London's West End in July 2020.Kae's choices include the sports documentary series charting Michael Jordan's tenure with the Chicago Bulls, ‘The Last Dance'; the soulful baroque pop of ‘Four Ethers' by serpentwithfeet; and William Blake's 18th century Romantic masterpiece ‘The Marriage of Heaven and Hell'. More details follow below.‘What I Love' is created and hosted by Ian Rickson. The theme music is by PJ Harvey. Sound recording by James Hingley. Photography by Helen Murray. Series Producer Ben Walker. Executive Producer Robert Delamere. Produced for Storyglass by Sarah Murray.Works discussed:‘The Last Dance'- dir. James Hehir; prod. ESPN Films and Netflix‘Four Ethers' by serpentwithfeet (Tri-Angle Records)‘The Marriage of Heaven and Hell' by William Blake See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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A note from Talking Taiwan host Felicia Lin:   With major league baseball playoffs soon upon us, we thought that this episode might appeal to our baseball fans. It seems like a distant memory now, when about a month into the Coronavirus pandemic, Taiwan was the only place on the planet where live professional baseball was being played. My guest on this episode is Professor Andrew Morris whose research on baseball in Taiwan presents a fascinating new angle and way of seeing Taiwan’s history. I came across his writings and research when I when I was doing some research for my interview (episode 77) with Richard Wang the English-speaking broadcaster of CPBL games in Taiwan.   How important is baseball to Taiwan? Did you know that there’s a baseball related image featured on Taiwan’s currency or that Taiwan’s little league baseball team won 17 times from 1979 to1996?   Interestingly, Professor Morris began our interview by sharing his own mistaken assumption of baseball as a symbol of American culture in Taiwan. He went on to explain that baseball was introduced to Taiwan by Japan, while it was a colony of Japan from 1895-1945. We covered a broad range of topics including how baseball survived the arrival of the Kuomintang in Taiwan, the rise of Taiwan’s little league team, the establishment of a professional baseball league in Taiwan (CPBL) which has had its ups and downs, and the short-lived Taiwan Major League.     Here’s a little preview of what we talked about in this podcast episode:   How Professor Morris got interested in the topic of baseball and the history of Taiwan How baseball in Taiwan is not as it seems on the surface, a symbol of American culture in Taiwan What were some of the most surprising and interesting things that Professor Morris has learned about baseball in Taiwan over the course of his research The role of Taiwan’s Indigenous people in the game of baseball in Taiwan What baseball tells us about Taiwan’s Japanese colonial era How Chiayi (嘉義) is known as the spiritual home of baseball and how that was captured in the film Kano How “Kano,” is the nickname of the old Chiayi Agricultural and Forestry Vocational High School, which comes from the two Japanese words “Ka-gi No-rin” The Kano baseball team became the best team in Taiwan and is remembered by the Japanese How Kano is remembered as an example of the success of Japan’s colonialism in Taiwan Baseball as a pathway for Indigenous peoples during Taiwan’s Japanese colonial period Professor Morris’ thoughts about the film Kano and its historical accuracy The Japanese influence that we still see in Taiwanese baseball today How after the Kuomintang arrived in Taiwan, around 1946, they tried to remove and erase Japanese culture, but baseball was allowed to remain What happened to baseball after the Kuomintang arrived in Taiwan How baseball games were played in the aftermath of the 228 massacre and a famous baseball coach was killed in the 228 massacre Taiwan’s little league baseball team and how it served to bolster Republic of China (ROC) nationalism The 1968 legend of what led Taiwan creating a little league team and participating in the little league world series How in 1969, the Taiwanese little league team played in the Little League World Series in South Williamsport, PA for the first time and won Between 1969-1996 the Taiwanese little league team won the Little League World Series 17 times and became a source of pride for the Taiwanese who watched the games late at night The story (from the 70s) of how a coach of a little league team comprised mostly of Black players sensed the anti-Chinese and anti-Taiwanese sentiment against the Taiwanese little league team How the Taiwanese little league team became a source of Taiwanese pride (different from ROC pride) How the KMT hired Chinatown thugs to beat up the pro-Taiwanese little league fans and fights would break out between them after little league games What happened to Taiwan’s little league team The legacy of Taiwan’s little league team How the American little league teams that were able to beat Taiwan’s little league team were celebrated an ESPN made a 30 for 30 film about this The story behind the image of the youth baseball team that appears on Taiwan’s 500 dollar bill The establishment of the CPBL and its game throwing and gambling scandals The short-lived Taiwan Major League (TML) and how it differed from the CPBL How baseball has been tied to Taiwan’s national identity in the past but that has changed as Taiwan has become more democratic The research that Professor Morris is working on now Professor Morris’ recommendations of other books on the subject of baseball in Taiwan   Related Links:   Professor Andrew Morris’ Cal Poly webpage: https://history.calpoly.edu/faculty/andrew-morris Professor Andrew Morris’ Digital Commons page (which has full text of some of his articles): http://bit.ly/ADMorrisDC   Colonial Project, National Game: A History of Baseball in Taiwan (Asia Pacific Modern Book 6) by Andrew D. Morris: https://amzn.to/3cALcmf     Kano vocational school of forestry and agriculture: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Chiayi_University     Kano (film): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2247566/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kano_(film)     ESPN Films 30 for 30: Little Big Men (A film about the Kirkland National Little League of Kirkland, Washington, which defeated the Puzih little league of Chiayi County, Taiwan. The Kirkland, Washington team, was the first American little league team to win the Little League World Series in over a decade): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1717745/   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1982_Little_League_World_Series     Book recommendations about baseball in Taiwan:   Playing in Isolation: A History of Baseball in Taiwan by Junwei Yu: https://www.amazon.com/Playing-Isolation-History-Baseball-Taiwan/dp/0803211406   Empire of Infields: Baseball in Taiwan and Cultural Identity, 1895-1968 by John J. Harney: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=John+J.+Harney%2C+Empire+of+Infields%3A+Baseball+in+Taiwan+and+Cultural+Identity&ref=nb_sb_noss   Taking in a Game: A History of Baseball in Asia by Joseph Reaves: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Joseph+Reaves%2C+Taking+in+a+Game%3A+A+History+of+Baseball+in+Asia&ref=nb_sb_noss_2     Taiwan’s professional baseball league the CPBL’s English website: http://www.cpbl.com.tw/eng/history/   Watch Taiwan’s professional baseball league CPBL teams Rakuten Monkeys and Uni Lions on the Eleven Sports Taiwan Twitter account: https://twitter.com/ElevenSportsTW

Tuesday on Lake Effect : We talk with the city of Milwaukee’s outgoing Commissioner of Health Jeanette Kowalik about the challenges she faced on the job. Then, we learn about the man who built the now infamous bunkers along the Milwaukee River. Plus, we learn about Janet Guthrie: the first woman to qualify for the Indianapolis 500. Guests: Jeanette Kowalik, outgoing commissioner of health for the city of Milwaukee Dan Simmons, journalist Jenna Ricker, director of the ESPN Films 30 for 30 series documentary Qualified

Keri Potts a is 21-year corporate communications executive with stops at Nike, the NCAA and, for the past 17 years, ESPN, where she served as senior director, communications, leading strategy for the company’s largest content portfolio – college sports. During her tenure, she publicized properties ranging from Monday Night Football, NBA and WNBA, to ESPN Films and its 30 for 30 documentary series, The ESPYs, English Premier League, and the launch of espnW. In addition, she provided training and content guidance across the company on matters of gender-based violence. Potts is an experienced anti-sexual violence speaker, victims advocate and non-profit leader for domestic and international gender-based violence crisis services. She serves as President of the Board for Pathways to Safety International, which provides comprehensive assistance and case management to Americans sexually assaulted or abused abroad. In addition, she is a certified rape crisis counselor and victims advocate, volunteering for the past seven years in the states of Connecticut and Georgia. Potts was graduated from Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications with a B.S. in magazine journalism and a M.S. in organizational management and public relations. She was co-captain of Syracuse’s Division I volleyball team and was a first-team Academic All-American selection and a LetterWinner of Distinction. Professionally, she has won numerous industry awards for her work, has served on the board of the Naismith Award and as a member of the Atlanta Hawks Diversity & Inclusion Council, and has been recognized as a PRWeek ‘2020 Woman to Watch’ and ‘40 Under 40’ honoree (2016), and ESPN’s Volunteer of the Year (2017). Potts hails from Long Island, New York

Adam Neuhaus is the Director of Development for ESPN Films leading development for 30 for 30, an award winning documentary series encompassing feature docs, shorts, and podcasts highlighting interesting people and events in sports history. It is an unprecedented documentary series featuring films from some of today's finest storytellers. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Lea Peruzzi reviews A Family Affair on Netflix. On his 30th birthday, Tom Fassaert receives a mysterious invitation from his 95-year-old grandmother Marianne to come visit her in South Africa. At that time, the only thing he knows about her are the myths and predominantly negative stories his father told him. She was a femme fatale who went through countless men, a famous model in the 1950s, and a mother that put her two sons into a children's home. Fassaert decides to accept her invitation. But when his grandmother makes an unexpected confession, his venture becomes much more complicated than he could ever have imagined. Reality Life with Kate CaseyPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecaseyCameo: https://www.cameo.com/katecaseyTwitter: @katecaseyInstagram: @katecaseycaFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245/Facebook.com/loveandknucklesAmazon List: http://www.amazon.com/shop/katecaseyca See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Last Dance is a 2020 American sports documentary miniseries co-produced by ESPN Films and Netflix. Directed by Jason Hehir, the series revolves around the career of Michael Jordan, with particular focus on his last season with the Chicago Bulls. The series features exclusive footage from a film crew that had an all-access pass to the Bulls, as well as interviews of many NBA personalities including Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman, Steve Kerr, and Phil Jackson.

It's been called an invisible epidemic. On reservations across North America, Native American women are missing or murdered in rates ten times higher than the general population. But on one reservation, the women are learning to fight back, literally, by stepping into the boxing ring. On Montana's Blackfeet Reservation, the Blackfeet Nation Boxing Club teaches young women how to defend themselves both inside and outside the ring. It's all chronicled in a new documentary, "Blackfeet Boxing: Not Invisible," from ESPN Films. Kristen Lappas, who directed the documentary, reflects on her experiences, which airs at 3:30pm ET, this Sunday on ABC. Then, former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz shares his thoughts on DeSean Jackson's recent Anti-Semitic social media posts.

We’re back early this week with a bonus podcast: It’s an interview with the director of ‘Long Gone Summer,’ the newest ESPN Films documentary on Mark McGwire's and Sammy Sosa’s battle for the single-season home run record in the summer of 1998. We ask AJ what made him want to make a film about this moment, the most difficult part of recounting this story, and why these two figures made that home run chase so compelling. Hosts: Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman Guest: AJ Schnack

Beginning our 'Sports Innovator' series, Mike and Mark hit the court with Michael Jordan and listen to some of the most inspirational clips and mental models we can learn from 'His Airness'. By acclamation, Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time. Although, a summary of his basketball career and influence on the game inevitably fails to do it justice, as a phenomenal athlete with a unique combination of fundamental soundness, grace, speed, power, artistry, improvisational ability and an unquenchable competitive desire, Jordan single-handedly redefined the NBA superstar. The Last Dance is a 2020 American sports documentary miniseries co-produced by ESPN Films and Netflix. Directed by Jason Hehir, the series revolves around the career of Michael Jordan, with particular focus on his last season with the Chicago Bulls.

Gdy koszykarskie parkiety i sale kinowe świecą pustkami, aby przetrwać trzeba zawiązywać sojusze. Z koszykarskim przyjacielem z Rzutów Osobistych Pawłem Szelągiem rozłożyliśmy na czynniki pierwsze jedną z najpiękniejszych historii nie tylko w koszykówce, ale i w sporcie w ogóle. The Last Dance, produkcja Netflixa we współpracy z ESPN Films przybliża nam portret dwóch legend koszykówki - Michaela Jordana oraz prowadzone przez niego do zwycięstwa Chicago Bulls.  Odpowiemy też na jedno, bardzo istotne pytanie: Czy Michael Jordan był gnojkiem?  0:00 - Start / 1:22 - O kunszcie dokumentalnym filmu / 8:58 - Michael Jordan / 24:28 - Pęd za rywalizacją / 32:50 - Air Jordan / 40:45 - Dream Team '92 / 48:50 - Kryzys roku 1993 i upadek dziennikarstwa / 1:02:13 - Po co naprawiać coś co działa? / 1:14:44 - Phil Jackson i metoda trójkąta / 1:21:48 - Bad Boys z Detroit oraz ekscentryczny Dennis Rodman / 1:32:30 - Całe życie drugi: Scottie Pippen / 1:35:07 - Cichy bohater: Steve Kerr / 1:40:20 - Kiedy Bullsi byli najlepsi? / 1:46:12 - Najlepszy skład? Najlepsza dynastia? Najlepsza drużyna?

How the f**k did Eve Wulf start out as an intern for Sports Illustrated and end up working for ESPN, helping produce films and miniseries including “The Last Dance” just a year later? Today, we’re chatting with Eve Wulf about her background in sports (she comes from a huge sports family with her dad being ESPN Senior Writer Steve Wulf and her twin sister playing hockey at Middlebury college). We also talk about her time at Bucknell University, where Eve was a research Intern at the Elias Sports Bureau and an editorial intern for Sports Illustrated. She also spent some time writing on campus and learned the importance of storytelling both in film and through writing. So how did Eve successfully make the jump from college into her first job at ESPN? And how do the Wulf twins compare when it comes to hockey?

Bennie Fowler and his brother Chris Fowler discuss their opinions on the sports documentary, The Last Dance by ESPN Films and Netflix. In the fall of 1997, Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls allowed a film crew to follow them as they went for their sixth NBA title in eight seasons. That resulted in a stunning portrait of one of the sport's most iconic athletes and a celebrated team. "The Last Dance" follows the Bulls' 1997-98 season from start to finish, while also covering the rest of the chapters in Jordan's remarkable career. The 10-part docuseries follows the Jordan timeline from when he was an emerging star on his high school team to becoming a worldwide marketing force and cultural figure. The series takes its name from a phrase coined by then-Bulls coach Phil Jackson, who knew that the season would likely be the final run for the core members of that 1990s Bulls dynasty.

***NEW EPISODE ALERT*** "What's the Call?" Three Guys who are coworkers, friends, and sports enthusiasts that discuss a full range of sports. Episode 022, The Last Dance overview, upcoming 30 for 30 on ESPN, Karl Malone slander, and Trivia! What's your call on The Last Dance? Favorite moments, Food Poisoning Game, and MJ talk. ESPN Films presents 30 for 30 with upcoming documentaries on Lance Armstrong, Bruce Lee, and the Homerun Battle between Sammy Sosa and Mark McGwire Karl Malone - All Time Great? Or just lucky to have played at all? Listen as Chuck dives in with a full rant on the MailMan Trivia Time, it's back! Stay tuned, we have a lot of great content coming your way! Like, subscribe, share, and just truly enjoy yourself. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatsthecall/support

Alex and Mike get a taste of another brand on the hot new hard seltzer craze, with the delicious High Noon vodka sodas. With more news on the COVID lockdown, live sports, and Tekashi 69 they cannot be stopped on this exciting episode of robust topics. Also, they finally give a little more insight on the highly regarded "Last Dance" documentary from ESPN Films. And of course they weigh in on action movies from the 80s in the "Quarantined" segment. So go and get nice and comfortable, crack open one of these tasty hard seltzers, and tune in to your favorite drinking buddies. Cheers!

Boxing, boxing, and boxing is in the topic in the huddle as Gus and Dave are joined by CEO of the Boxing Hall of Fame Steve Lott. The three also discuss Lott's time at ESPN Films were he helped edit such documentaries as the Thrilla in Manilla, one of the most famous boxing bouts of all-time. Want to learn more about one of the world's oldest combat sports? Join Gus and Dave in the huddle and listen to what Steve Lott has to say about Mike Tyson, Muhammad Ali, and Sugar Ray Robinson among many other elite boxers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys are back for another show. The first half of the show is consisted of best and worst of the week, we discuss the unfortunate sexual assault news coming out of our alma mater EIU, talk about the excitement about the upcoming ESPN 30 for 30 documentary about Sammy Sosa and Mark McGwire coming in June, and remember Kerry Wood's 20K game. (2:40-35:11) The middle consists of our interview with Bulls Writer Rob Schaefer of NBC Sports Chicago. (35:11-1:06:41) The end consists of Bears talk with the new schedule set to release, Voicemails and Shadow Realm of the week. (1:06:41-1:37:42) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sky-is-falling/support

We're diving deep into the 90's and the all-conquering Chicago Bulls franchise with MJ, Pip, D-Rod and the rest of the crew as they lean in for their 6th NBA title.Join Dan, Jo, Brooky and Molk as we give you some great tips, hints on shows to watch and those to give a wide berth to as we land squarely in the TV BingeBox!In this episode we cover off:Our Claps & Slaps (shows we’ve been loving and shows we had the misfortune to watch) including: Will and Grace finale (Stan), The Baker and the Beauty (Stan), The Longest War (Stan), After Life S02 (Netflix), Ministry of Evil (Crime+Investigation, Foxtel), The Clone Wars S07 (Disney+), Westworld (FOX SHOWCASE), Reprisal (SBS), Stranger Things S02 (Netflix), Survivor S40: Winners At War (9GO!), Drunk History (10), Lego Masters (Nine), The Weekly With Charlie Pickering S06 (ABC), You Can’t Ask That S05 (ABC), Music from the Home Front (Nine), Death in Paradise (ABC), Afterlife (Netflix), Masterchef (Ten, TenPlay), Q&A (ABC, iview), Godfather (Netflix, Stan, Amazon Prime Video), Surviving R Kelly (Netflix, Foxtel), Too Hot Too Handle (Netflix), The Last Kingdom;It's all baggy pants, baggy suits, and big bucks as we are enveloped by the Netflix-delivered, ESPN Films created masterpiece that is THE LAST DANCE on this week's Group Binge; andJo keeps us in our younger days as we talk the vampires of the south in this week's Rewind! with TRUE BLOOD.Follow the @TV_BingeBox crew:@danmbennett@jocasamento1@viscountbrooky@SteveMolkFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tv_blackboxFind us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TVBlackbox/Visit our website: https://tvblackbox.com.au

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Sherrod talks with Director of Development for ESPN Films, Adam Neuhaus, about Sherrod's addiction to ESPN 30 for 30s, OJ Simpson being a great jobs creator, the start of NBA Africa, and the new 10-part Michael Jordan doc.

On this episode of "Sibling Revelry," Kate and Oliver are joined by Willie and Libby Geist. Willie is the host of "Sunday TODAY with Willie Geist " and co-host of MSNBC’s "Morning Joe." Libby is Vice President & Executive Producer of ESPN Films and Original Content. They open up about their childhood and how Willie tormented Libby. They talk about the plastic cow in their front yard, how they ended up in their careers, and much more.Executive Producers: Kate Hudson, Oliver Hudson, and Sim SarnaProduced by Allison BresnickEditor: Josh WindischMusic by Mark HudsonThis show is brought to you by Cloud10 and powered by Simplecast.This episode is sponsored by Sakara.

An extraordinary basketball player, Chris Herren was a celebrated star in his native Fall River, MA before graduating high school. He went on to play at Boston College and Fresno State, two seasons in the NBA (including one with his hometown team, the Boston Celtics) and seven seasons overseas before losing it all to the disease of addiction. With the unwavering support of his family and friends, Chris has been sober since August 1, 2008, and he now shares his story with the goal of making a positive difference in the lives of others. His recovery journey has been documented in the Emmy-nominated ESPN Films documentary, "Unguarded”. Through Herren Talks, Chris has spoken to over 1 million students and community members, sparking honest discussions about substance use disorder and wellness. In 2011, Chris grew his vision of support for others when he founded the nonprofit Herren Project. Through the organization, Chris and his team empower schools and communities to make healthy choices, while also guiding families through recovery. In 2018, Chris also founded Herren Wellness, a residential health and wellness program that helps guests lead healthy, substance-free lives. Kate Kennedy from Be There in Five podcast helps Kate review Taylor Swift: Miss Americana on Netflix. Reality Life with Kate CaseyPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecaseyCameo: https://www.cameo.com/katecaseyTwitter: @katecaseyInstagram: @katecaseycaFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245/Facebook.com/loveandknucklesAmazon List: http://www.amazon.com/shop/katecaseyca See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In tennis, measurement – specifically, judging whether a ball is in or out – is particularly crucial. The new ESPN Films 30 for 30 Short, SUBJECT TO REVIEW takes a close look at not just the technology that’s been developed to determine the right calls with better accuracy, but the meaning and significance of that pursuit. The film, directed by Theo Anthony (“RAT FILM”) will air Sunday, Dec. 22, at 3 p.m. ET on ESPN. Tracing the history of photographic review back more than a hundred years, and chronicling controversial moments before and after the age of review in tennis, SUBJECT TO REVIEW explores the mechanisms of the cameras and computerized simulations that now serve as the final word on close calls – but also the limits of the veracity of those calls. Ultimately, it’s a story about technology in sports – but also a study of what we want from our machines, and our minds, well beyond any court of play. “’Subject to Review’ is about how some images are made and why they’re made that way,” said director Anthony. “It’s a film about the inescapable rift between the world and how we image that world. I hope that audiences can take this small exercise in critical curiosity beyond the world of tennis, giving audiences a little space to look differently at the world.” Theo Anthony joins us to talk about the complex relationship between flawed human judgement and the “certainty” of technology. “Subject to Review” has screened at New York Film Festival, Hamptons Film Festival, Vancouver Film Festival and Mar Del Plata Film Festival. About the Filmmaker – Theo Anthony is a writer, photographer, and filmmaker whose films have received premieres at the Toronto International Film Festival, Locarno International Film Festival, Rotterdam International Film Festival, and SXSW. His first feature, “RAT FILM,” was released by Cinema Guild in 2017 to critical acclaim. “Subject to Review” is produced by Sebastian Pardo and Riel Roch-Decter of MEMORY, an independent artist-driven studio specializing in producing and curating innovative, thought-provoking works that push the formal boundaries of their medium. Together, the duo has produced and distributed multiple award-winning fiction and non-fiction films. SUBJECT TO REVIEW will air on ESPN beginning Sunday, December 22, at 3 p.m. (Eastern) Social Media theoanthony.net twitter.com/ProxyTheo instagram.com/theodorejacobanthony https://vimeo.com/theoanthony

Growing up on the West Coast, Shaun Silva spent his first 11 years in the thick of the Entertainment Industry, Los Angeles, California with a focus on commercial spots and music videos. A successful run of #1 music videos in the late 90’s inspired Silva to move to Nashville in 2001 where shortly after he founded TackleBox Films. ****Listen to this episode and subscribe! www.richredmond.com/podcasts The Rich Redmond Show is now sponsored by The School of Rock Nashville and Franklin! https://locations.schoolofrock.com/nashville https://locations.schoolofrock.com/franklin For nearly 20 years, Silva’s Directing and Producing ambitions have helped grow the TackleBox Films’ brand into a premiere facility. The result is a diverse resume of projects from Theatrical and Network released concert Films and Specials, Documentaries for ESPN Films, including the Emmy nominated 30 for 30 The Irrelevant Giant, to original unscripted shows for DIY, Rated Red, and Audience Channel. Shawn has directed music videos for Kenny Chesney, Limp Bizkit, Old Dominion, Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Brooks & Dunn, Florida Georgia Line, 3 Doors Down, Uncle Kracker and many more. Rich has worked with Shaun on music videos for over a decade. Some of the things that came up: - The importance of a team - Putting a value on your time - The shifting video production paradigm - Shooting in 360 - Finding the interesting shot Follow Shawn: @shawnmfsilva @tackleboxfilms   The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 25 of which have been #1 hits! Rich can also be seen in several films and TV shows and has also written an Amazon Best-Selling book, "CRASH! Course for Success: 5 Ways to Supercharge Your Personal and Professional Life" currently available at: https://www.amazon.com/CRASH-Course-Success-Supercharge-Professional/dp/B07YTCG5DS/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=crash+redmond&qid=1576602865&sr=8-1 One Book: Three Ways to consume....Physical (delivered to your front door, Digital (download to your kindle, ipad or e-reader), or Audio (read to you by me on your device...on the go)! Follow Rich: @richredmond www.richredmond.com Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur. Follow Jim: @jimmccarthy www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com

Filmmaker Theo Anthony, director of ESPN Films 30 for 30 Shorts documentary Subject to Review, joins Thirty Love host Carl Bialik to talk about the origin story of instant replay in sports, how cricket does it better, and why the 2018 World Tour Finals set the perfect stage for his film. Have a suggestion for a Thirty Love guest? Email Carl at bialik@pm.me Music by Lee Rosevere: "Credit Roll" and "Glass Android."

Just weeks after its sudden collapse, we take our first look at the brief life of the Alliance of American Football with Sports Illustrated football writer and MMQB NFL podcast host Conor Orr (The Curious Rise and Spectacular Crash of the Alliance of American Football; More Strange Tales from the Collapse of the AAF). Inspired by his work producing the 2017 documentary This Was the XFL for ESPN Films’ 30 for 30 series, director Charlie Ebersol concluded that the renegade league co-created by his father (NBC Sports producer Dick) and World Wrestling Federation (now WWE) impresario Vince McMahon in 2001 had actually been a viable concept, but poorly executed – especially the subpar quality of on-field play.  After reportedly being rebuffed by McMahon to potentially revive the old XFL brand, Ebersol instead dove into planning for his nascent AAF – with the prime focus on solid football product; the “Alliance” formally announced its launch on March 20, 2018, and by June had more than 100 players under contract. What followed was months of methodical and seemingly well-conceived efforts to: construct a solid football operations infrastructure under veteran NFL executive Bill Polian (including top coaches like Steve Spurrier, Rick Neuheisel and Dennis Erickson); solicit investment from (supposedly) stable deep-pocketed investors (such as player-turned-entrepreneur-turned-NFL-owner Reggie Fowler); develop business-enhancing media, data and wagering technology to augment on-field play; and even devise evolved rules to speed up games and improve player safety. The AAF made its debut with two simultaneous Saturday evening games in San Antonio and Orlando on February 11, 2019 in front of a surprisingly large CBS national primetime TV audience – but the league’s operational wheels started coming off almost immediately.  Chief among the issues: a Week One cash call that investor Fowler couldn’t cover, and a hastily-arranged $250MM majority equity investment from NHL Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon – who quickly concluded that operational finances were dangerously unstable, and likely unsustainable. After weeks of maneuvering, Dundon pulled the plug on further funding his pledge (rumored as only $70MM of the promised amount), announcing the suspension of the league’s operations on April 2nd – just two weeks shy of completing the regular season.  15 days later, the AAF filed for Chapter 7 (liquidation) bankruptcy. SI’s Orr walks host Tim Hanlon through the league’s chronology, the facts as we know them today, and what’s likely to come in the months ahead as the story of the AAF continues to play out. Thanks to OldSchoolShirts.com, SportsHistoryCollectibles.com, Streaker Sports, Audible, and 503 Sports for their support of the show!

ESPN will debut competitive eating 30 for 30 this summer with ‘The Good, The Bad, The Hungry’ his past weekend, ESPN Films debuted a documentary directed by Nicole Lucas Haimes at the Tribeca Film Festival. Awful Announcing has since learned that The Good, The Bad, The Hungry will be released as a 30 for 30 installment and will air on July 2nd. That air date serves a nice promotional boost for the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating contest, which airs live on ESPN on July 4th. At this time, there is no trailer for the film, but the description of the film via Tribeca’s website is below. “America’s independence isn’t the only reason to celebrate on the 4th of July. For residents and visitors on Coney Island, the date is synonymous with the nationally televised Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, a.k.a. the “Super Bowl of competitive eating.” The annual frankfurter consumption extravaganza even has its own “Magic versus Bird”: Japan’s Takeru “Kobi” Kobayashi and Californian Joey Chestnut. Their rivalry is deeper than cooked franks and water-drenched buns. Kobi and Joey’s competition is the stuff of vintage sporting drama, hot dogs and all, tackling personal challenges and questions about what it means to be an “American hero.” In this documentary, filmmaker Nicole Lucas Haimes analyzes competitive eating’s most storied pair through lively and candid interviews with both competitors. She approaches an event that—let’s be frank—isn’t taken seriously by most people with earnestness and wide-eyed fascination, constructing both an insightful primer on a niche sport and an endearing humanization of two unconventional athletes.” The film is currently listed at 77 minutes, which means it would fit into a 90 minute window with commercials when it airs on ESPN. There have been a few installments that have premiered at Tribeca or other film festivals before airing on ESPN, including Catching Hell, which debuted at Tribeca in 2011.

How does an Oscar-winning, major sports network look at content creation and battle changing consumer priorities? Adam Neuhaus, Director of Development for ESPN Films and Original Content, discusses going from pitching ideas to hearing pitches, the nature of content through the lens of filmmakers, why ESPN took a revolutionary strategy and won, why story is first and sport is second, the need to take risks, and great ideas always win over whatever format in which they are presented. He joins hosts Natasha Cholerton Brown (COO of Clippn), Ritesh Gupta (Head of Content for Vayner Productions), and Michael Villasenor (Executive Creative Director of Product Design Experience for Hearst).  Why the demand for quality storytelling has led to a rise in true crime and multi-part documentaries The explosion of content in recent years, and how that is likely to continue with Disney and Apple entering the video streaming service marketplace The role of gatekeepers of media, and the importance of curation and honing a brand The importance of the directorial “POV” voice in media, and how that directorial focus has been utilized by ESPN with 30 For 30 to let filmmakers tell the stories they want to tell How that unique and unpredictable element drives engagement from viewers and builds a following The importance of relationships in how Adam and ESPN Films’ approach to working with directors and documentary projects How ESPN Films initiates projects, from pitches being sent in to Adam and his team looking for people who have stories they want to tell Some of Adam’s favorite projects he’s worked on  What Adam is doing to widen the aperture of ESPN Films’ scope to encompass athleticism, adventure, and competition in general, and not limited to strictly “sports”  The “target goal” for ESPN Films, and how programming like 30 For 30 has broken beyond content made only for sports fans Adam brings in some nondairy allergen-friendly ice cream  Adam’s career trajectory, from working at small production companies, to working at IFP, to the William Morris Agency (now WME), and Paradigm as he shifted gears from working with agencies towards working as a creative Why film is so important to Adam Adam’s path towards being a media developer, from being an assistant to a producer The importance of doing what it is you want to do, even if it’s starting on a small scale, as you play the long game towards the position you want Headsets and Highballs, the networking group Adam started back when he was working as an assistant, and how it has grown over the years Cord cutting, and how ESPN has reacted to this by embracing streaming and taking part in other network bundles, along with forward-thinking business ventures The new opportunities that streaming platforms provide to ESPN that would be impossible on a broadcast schedule Adam’s work at Radical Media and Original Media, working on indie films, branded content, YouTube channels, and reality TV, which prepared him to work at ESPN Films How Adam’s work in various areas of media has shaped the enthusiastic, honest, and respectful approach he brings to his job now Adam breaks down what makes (or breaks) a successful pitch that lands on his desk Plus, we get to know a little more about Adam, his career goals, his love for basketball, and how according to his 3rd grade report card, he hasn’t changed all that much!

Between the exhausting news cycle and the endless selection of complicated TV dramas to watch, we can all use a shot of lighter pop culture sometimes. This week, we discuss what we call our “pop culture pacifiers”—the short, sweet online videos, clips, and songs that lift our spirits in the middle of the hardest days—and “palette cleansers”—the rewatches and brain-candy TV and movies that allow us to relax and enjoy ourselves mindlessly. Hint: Jamie Foxx singing The Brady Bunch, a cat named Ravioli, Will & Grace reruns, and Queer Eye are involved. (Links to all of our online favorites are below.) We’d love to hear your own choices as well: Let us know on Twitter @popliteracy.  Guy Raps About His Cat in the Bathtub Britney Spears: “Satisfaction”/”Oops … I Did It Again” Live VMAs 2000 New Kids on the Block: “Boys in the Band” “The Eighties” on Netflix “The Nineties” on Netflix Jamie Foxx sings The Brady Bunch theme New Edition: "If It Isn't Love" Cobra Kai: Johnny and Daniel bond over REO Speedwagon Will & Grace: "A Chorus Lie" on Hulu Will & Grace: "Bacon and Eggs" on HuluJohn Mulaney loves Law & Order 30 Rock: "Queen of Jordon" on Hulu 30 Rock: "Reaganing" on Hulu Lindsay Lohan lost her Free Carvel for Life perk O.J.: Made in America Broke, ESPN Films: 30 for 30

In an effort to tell the comprehensive story of basketball in all its fascinating dimensions, two of the most well-respected basketball journalists working today, Jackie MacMullan and Rafe Bartholomew, collaborated with award-winning director, Dan Klores, to produce a groundbreaking book based on interviews with more than 170 of the sport’s all-time greats. The interviews, conducted by Klores and his team of producers for a multi-part ESPN Films series to be released in fall 2018, include legendary players, such as Bill Russell, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and Magic Johnson; renowned coaches like Phil Jackson and Coach K; and numerous executives, commissioners, and journalists. Combing through nearly a thousand hours of conversations, MacMullan and Bartholomew compiled the candid stories and shaped them into what may become one of the most important basketball books ever written, Basketball: A Love Story. The book, which shares its title with the forthcoming ESPN Films series, surpasses other compilations in sheer volume and depth. With a narrative that is raw and intimate and digging deep into the vast web of basketball mystique, this engrossing portrait weaves together diverse tales of the sport’s remarkable rise from humble roots and sheds light on its unparalleled growth, transforming our understanding of the game. MacMullan and Bartholomew are in conversation with Bill Plaschke, sports columnist for The Los Angeles Times.

Our guest this week is Libby Geist, who is the Vice President & Executive Producer, ESPN Films and Original Content. She and her team are getting ready to launch some new 30 For 30 films coming late this fall. We talk about the success if the series and why you don’t have to be a sports fan to enjoy 30 For 30 programming. Stream On is powered by the Vivid Seats App. Want theater tickets? Perhaps you want to go to a concert or maybe a game well Vivid Seats is the answer. Go to the App Store or Google Play and download the Vivid Seats app. Use promo code WILLIAMS for 10% off your first purchase with Vivid Seats.  https://www.vividseats.com/app* Promotional and sponsor consideration from Sling TV the best streaming live television service on the market. Become a Slinger today. For all of your streaming video needs visit Boom Media, where you can get the best gear on the market. Ask questions and follow us on social media @JWMediaDC on Twitte

Our guest this week is Libby Geist, who is the Vice President & Executive Producer, ESPN Films and Original Content. She and her team are getting ready to launch some new 30 For 30 films coming late this fall. We talk about the success if the series and why you don’t have to be a sports fan to enjoy 30 For 30 programming. Stream On is powered by the Vivid Seats App. Want theater tickets? Perhaps you want to go to a concert or maybe a game well Vivid Seats is the answer. Go to the App Store or Google Play and download the Vivid Seats app. Use promo code WILLIAMS for 10% off your first purchase with Vivid Seats. https://www.vividseats.com/app* Promotional and sponsor consideration from Sling TV the best streaming live television service on the market. Become a Slinger today. For all of your streaming video needs visit Boom Media, where you can get the best gear on the market. Ask questions and follow us on social media @JWMediaDC on Twitter

Art is back from Boston! After visiting the Basketball HOF, Fenway and Foxborough he has stories to share. The boys also discuss Art's upcoming meeting with ESPN Films. 

This week the guys talk to Keri Potts, a senior director of communications at ESPN. Potts is responsible for setting the strategic communications efforts for all college sports event and studio content. In almost 15 years at ESPN, she has publicized properties ranging from the NFL and NBA, to ESPN Films and its inaugural slate of the award-winning 30 for 30 documentary series, The ESPYS and the launch of espnW, ESPN's first dedicated women's business. She joined ESPN from the NCAA in 2003 where she had served as a writer and editor. The Smithtown, N.Y. (Long Island)-native was co-captain of the Syracuse University women's volleyball team and remains its first and only first-team Academic All-American, graduating with her B.S. and M.S. from Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. Beyond sports, Potts is known for her work the past six years as a victims' advocate, a national anti-sexual violence speaker and rape crisis counselor, having chronicled her own assault and international prosecution of her attacker in 2008, for Marie Claire magazine, the Travel Channel and Discovery ID, and on her blog afightbackwoman.com. Potts has served as a victims advocate for the Milford Rape Crisis Center (Milford, Conn.), Atlanta's Grady Memorial Hospital and now volunteers with the Gwinnett Rape Crisis Center in Georgia. She also serves on the Diversity & Inclusion Council of the NBA's Atlanta Hawks and the Atlanta Tip Off/Naismith Board of Directors. In 2017, she was named ESPN's Volunteer of the Year and is on the Board of Pathways to Safety International, the only organization to help Americans sexually assaulted abroad.

Award-winning British documentarian Daniel Gordon (Hillsborough; 9.79*; The Game of Their Lives) joins Tim Hanlon from London to discuss his new ESPN Films 30 for 30 feature George Best: All By Himself – and the enigmatic soccer star whose life story it depicts.   Gordon reveals: Why he was attracted to the story of George Best, despite others’ previous attempts to tell it; How Best’s early-career interviews with the British media while at Manchester United became a hauntingly predictive narrative device for the film;  Why the vibrantly ascendant mid-1970s North American Soccer League became an attractive alternative to Best’s post-ManU European wanderings; How the meteoric rise and subsequent fall of the NASL itself became a metaphor for Best’s life and career – including the irony of his Budweiser-sponsored NASL “Goal of the Year” in 1981; and The complex legacy Best left behind, despite his later-life admonitions to “remember the football.” This week’s episode is sponsored by Audible!  

Chad Millman talks with Rose Eveleth from ESPN Films about the latest 30 for 30 podcast: A Queen of Sorts. Did Phil Ivey & Kelly cheat Vegas?

In this week’s episode, the boys welcome Ryan Stanger (Brooklyn Nine-Nine, The Dumbbells podcast) to the show to discuss “30 For 30: This Was The XFL”, the recent ESPN films documentary that examines the failed football league created by WWE chairman Vince McMahon and legendary NBC TV exec Dick Ebersol that lasted for one season. All of the most fascinating bits from the XFL are covered - from the much-hyped commercials, WWF cross-promotion and personalized jerseys, to the increasingly uneventful games, often shuffled personnel and technical disasters that earned the league national criticism. Then, in addition to football, the boys also talk about health, Soylent, Gatorade, marketing/image, and, of course, wrestling. Plus, Joey talks about how eating any food makes him “logy”, a word which is puzzlingly quite new to both Nick and Stephen. For full show notes, including links to watch matches, go to BoardwalkAudio.com/YouShouldLoveWrestling Follow us on Twitter @YSLWpodcast Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/YouShouldLoveWrestling/ Email us at YouShouldLoveWrestling@Gmail.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ryan Suffern and Face2Face host David Peck talk about his new film Finding Oscar, truth, empathy and evidence, Guatemala, “real justice” and why he’s now an optimistic realist. Trailer IMDB More about the film here on the website. To learn more about finding those who are the “disappeared” search here. Synopsis: Executive produced by Stephen Spielberg, Finding Oscar is a feature length documentary about the search for justice in the devastating case of the Dos Erres massacre in Guatemala. That search leads to the trail of two little boys who were plucked from a nightmare and offer the only living evidence that ties the Guatemalan government to the massacre. Biography As head of documentaries for The Kennedy/Marshall Company, Ryan Suffern has an active role on a full slate of films.  His past projects delve into a variety of diverse issues such as climate change, the LGBT community and child refugees. He and Frank Marshall have collaborated on three commissioned documentaries for ESPN Films. Prior to his start at Kennedy/Marshall, Suffern documented the behind-the-scenes of four Steven Spielberg films.   Under his own banner, Suckatash Productions, Suffern has directed and produced a host of music videos, documentaries and web series for the likes of Paramount Pictures, Universal Music and Beggars Banquet. As an English major from the University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign and member of the Writer’s Guild of America, he has written a feature screenplay on assignment for DreamWorks Studios. Prior to catching the filmmaking bug, Suffern considered a career in photojournalism and has had his pictures published by The New York Times, Rolling Stone and the Associated Press. Suffern currently lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Kim, and their two daughters, Pearl & Iris. ---------- For more information about my podcasting, writing and public speaking please visit my site here. With thanks to producer Josh Snethlage and Mixed Media Sound. Image Copyright: Ryan Suffern and The Kennedy/Marshall Company. Used with permission.     See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Check out this film's post @ MovieJeff.com here » https://themoviereviewshow.blogspot.com/2016/05/oj-made-in-america.html and leave a comment O.J.: Made in America is a 2016 American documentary, produced and directed by Ezra Edelman for ESPN Films and their 30 for 30 series. It was released as a five-part miniseries and in theatrical format. The documentary explores race and celebrity through the life of O. J. and umm you know what else. Follow the show... @ Twitter https://twitter.com/MovieJeffDotCom @ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpONT6Yp423GzUrHDDqBL3g @ LetterBoxd https://letterboxd.com/jeffmovie AND, FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH » https://patreon.com/dad SUPPORT THIS SHOW AND OTHER VENTURES FROM HTTPS://WWW.MYAMERI.CA INDUSTRIES • THANK YOU --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-movie-review-show/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-movie-review-show/support

The Total Tutor Neil Haley will interview Jill Jones, producer of Spectrum: A Story of the Mind premiering on PBS. PBS honors Autism Awareness Month  with Spectrum: A Story of the Mind   Award-winning documentary presents visceral experience of autism   “The world needs all kinds of minds.”  — Temple Grandin  Imagine a world where words taste and thoughts feel, where sounds swell with color and leaves on trees change tones visible to the naked eye, where eye contact with another can cause physical pain. This world, both beautiful and overwhelming, exists for those in the award-winning film Spectrum: A Story of the Mind. The first documentary to explore autism as sensory-based experiences, presenting the positive advantages and difficulties of perceiving the world differently. As Dr. Temple Grandin states in the film, sensory is top priority for autism research.  Produced by Jill Jones and Brent Yontz, Spectrum premieres on PBS stations beginning April 4, 2017 in honor of National Autism Awareness Month. (Check local listings.) The story is told through a series of character-driven portraits from a diverse group of people on the autism spectrum.  Jill Jones (Producer) is an award-winning producer. Jill works in Los Angeles. Her clients include National Geographic, ESPN Films, Bravo, MTV, Animal Planet, Esquire and ABC. An alumni of the Telluride Film Festival symposium, her work has been screened at international film festivals.        

The Total Tutor Neil Haley will interview Rod Smart (He Hate Me)  of  ESPN Films' 30 for 30 “This Was the XFL.”    Three days before Super Bowl LI, ESPN Films will premiere the 30 for 30 documentary “This Was the XFL,” directed by Charlie Ebersol, chronicling the short-lived, ill-fated pro football league. The documentary, airing on February 2 at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN, tells the story in fascinating, candid, and often rollicking fashion featuring fellow television legends and close friends – Dick Ebersol and Vince McMahon. A bold challenge, a fearless experiment and ultimately, a spectacular failure. In 2001, sports entertainment titans Ebersol and McMahon launched the XFL. It was hardly the first time a league had tried to compete with the NFL, but the brash audacity of the bid, combined with the personalities and charisma of Ebersol and McMahon and the marketing behemoths of their respective companies -- NBC and WWE -- captured headlines and a sense of undeniable anticipation about what was to come. Bringing together a cast of characters ranging from the boardrooms of General Electric to the practice fields of Las Vegas, “This Was the XFL” is the tale of -- yes -- all that went wrong, but also, how the XFL ended up influencing the way professional team sports are broadcast today. And at the center of it all - a decades long friendship between one of the most significant television executives in media history and the one-of-a-kind WWE impresario. This film will explore how Ebersol and McMahon brought the XFL to life, and why they had to let it go.          

Two-time major champion John Daly joins Golf Channel's Rex Hoggard to talk about his ESPN Films 30 for 30 documentary ‘Hit it Hard’ and whether or not golf will see another player like himself.

On EP 35 hosts Paco Romane and George Chen examine O.J.: Made in America a 2016 American five-part documentary miniseries produced and directed by Ezra Edelman for ESPN Films and their 30 for 30 series. The documentary explores two of America's greatest fixations–race and celebrity–through the life of O. J. Simpson, from his emerging football career at the University of Southern California and why America fell in love with him, to being accused of murdering Nicole Brown Simpson and his subsequent acquittal, and how he was convicted and imprisoned for another crime 13 years later. We are thrilled to have as our guests our talented friends - comedian Greg Edwards (Thug Notes) and via phone with author/comedian Harmon Leon (Infiltrator). Greg Edwards is a fearless comedian from the state of Virginia. Greg moved to San Francisco in 2001 and became a fixture on the Bay Area comedy scene. Greg is known for his distinctive voice, one-liners, awkward views and social commentary. Greg has worked with Dave Chappelle, Paul Mooney, Patrice O'Neal, Damon Wayans, Bill Burr, Charlie Murphy, Maria Bamford, Jim Jeffries, Harland Williams, Bill Bellamy, Deon Cole, W. Kamau Bell and many more outstanding comedians. Most recently, Greg stars as "Sparky Sweets PhD" of the critically-acclaimed web series THUG NOTES. **Sup Doc has created a Patreon page for those that can help out. We will also be providing unique Sup Doc content for our contributors. If now is not good for you we always appreciate you listening and spreading the word about Sup Doc! http://www.patreon.com/supdocpodcastFollow us on:Twitter: @supdocpdocastInstagram: @supdocpodcastFacebook: @supdocpodcastsign up for our mailing listAnd you can show your support to Sup Doc by donating on Patreon.

Brian D'Ostilio is a two-time Sports Emmy award winning associate producer for ESPN Films. His work includes documentaries like 30 for 30, 30 for 30 Shorts and SEC Storied as well as The ESPY Award Show each year. Brian recently produced "Believeland," a 30 for 30 that will premiere at the Cleveland Film Festival. Brian also happens to be one of Youngman Brown's best friends and former college roommate. Full shownotes: http://yourcreativepush.com/brian In this episode, Brian discusses: -His experience at a camp in which he first learned the basic skills to shoot, edit, and produce short films. -How making his lacrosse team's highlight reels every year really jump-started his creative motivation. -How the skills that he learned at that camp and in college have translated into his work at ESPN Films. -The importance of being able to work in a collaborative effort. -The things that go along with working for a corporation. -How only you are the one who is going to know about the hardships that go into your creative work. -The importance of being able to multitask and to take on new jobs or tasks as they come. -The importance of being 100% accurate as a documentary filmmaker. -His greatest inspirations are other filmmakers, especially the other filmmakers that he works with at ESPN. Brian's Final Push will inspire you to just do it, no matter how many people are going to see it.   Quotes: "That's what's great about filmmaking.  It's a collaborative effort.  You're able to bring your friends in and get ideas from them." "That was really when I got into that creative mode.  I just stayed up late because I wanted to work on these things." "Only 3o or 40 people saw them in the end but it was something I cared about and something I wanted to make great." "I think those same core principles apply to what I do every day at ESPN." "Even if it doesn't come out so well, you're going to learn from it.

A conversation about the particular art in creating authentic sports stories, from non-fiction material to heart-stopping hits that satisfy hardcore fans while also connecting with broader audiences. Featuring director Peter Berg, best known for his hit TV series and film Friday Night Lights, and for the recent sports documentary series State Of Play, which illuminates the intersection of sports and sports culture with wider society in 2014 America. Moderated by Connor Schell, Vice President and Executive Producer of ESPN Films and Original Content. The following podcast contains adult language and content.  

DOWNLOAD RUNTIME: 0:37:49 (45.9 MB) FORMAT: mp3 THE SPORTS REPORT Episode: #19 "The Super Bowl of College Football" Description: A preview of the College Football game that everyone has been waiting for, #1 LSU at #2 Alabama! Paul gives his Roberts Rankings for the NFL and discusses the ESPN Films presentation on Chris Herren. Plus, is Theo Epstein making a mistake by not considering Ryne Sandberg? Visit our show sponsor iHome and iHomeaudio.com and use the coupon code "CLAYTON20" to get 20% offAlso be sure to follow us on Twitter we are @TheSportsRPT Your browser does not support the html5 audio player. Use flash player below.

Director Brett Morgen chats about his new film JUNE 17, 1994, which is part of ESPN'S 30 For 30 film series. Morgen is an Oscar-nominated producer/director for such films as ON THE ROPES, NIMROD NATIONS and others.