Podcast appearances and mentions of Shane Sparks

Fox 5 Las Vegas morning anchor Jason Feinberg sits down with Green Room Radio for an unfiltered conversation spanning two decades of broadcast television, celebrity encounters at E! Entertainment, and the realities of dating in Las Vegas. The three-time Emmy winner reveals how Ryan Seacrest cost him a full-time job, what really happens inside the Playboy Mansion, and why Steve Martin sent him a handwritten apology letter.Feinberg traces his unlikely path from a radio sales internship at KRQ in Tucson to anchoring four hours of live television every morning, detailing stops across 11 TV markets including Palm Springs, Birmingham, Midland-Odessa, and finally Las Vegas in 2006. His red carpet stories from E! Television include encounters with Sean Connery, Cameron Diaz, Shania Twain, Paul Walker, and Matthew Broderick — some charming, some awkward, all told with the candor of someone who has interviewed more celebrities than he can count.The conversation shifts into the mechanics of modern news reporting, including the two-source verification standard at Fox 5, the station's partnership with TMZ for breaking celebrity news, and whether social media content creators are pressuring traditional newsrooms. Feinberg shares the emotional weight of covering a murder victim's family in Alabama and the uncomfortable position of reporting on a friend's DUI arrest. Shane Sparks, Lil Rach, and Jen Garcia steer the discussion into dating culture, zodiac compatibility, the Vegas social scene, and whether the NFL manipulates outcomes for sportsbooks.Feinberg also addresses artificial intelligence replacing news anchors, the WNBA controversy surrounding Caitlin Clark, and why he believes radio faces extinction before television does. After 20 years at the same station, he remains one of the longest-tenured on-air personalities in Las Vegas local news.

Kuzzo Fly — the Luniz member behind "I Got Five On It" — breaks down how two weeks in a Seattle jail cell at 19 years old turned a street hustler into a rapper, and why he walked away from a 14-year music career to build a BBQ sauce empire from scratch. Tyrone Jones sits down with Green Room Radio hosts Tru, Shane Sparks, and Little Raych for a raw conversation about Bay Area hip-hop, entrepreneurship after rap, and the real economics of performing.The episode traces Kuzzo Fly's full arc: pressing 5,000 CDs in a Dodge Intrepid, selling independent albums hand-to-hand across Texas, performing at 40,000-seat festivals and the Grammys with the Luniz, and then voluntarily retiring in December 2024 because the repetitive grind was killing his spirit. Jones details what rappers actually take home after flights, hotels, haircuts, outfits, and splitting a $5,000 check three ways — a breakdown that exposes why most touring artists earn minimum wage.Jones also tells the full story of winning $25,000 on The Price Is Right with Drew Carey, including wearing a custom shirt of his late grandmother who introduced him to the show, the emotional interview that got him selected, his Plinko strategy for dropping the chip at the base of the N, and how internet commenters exposed his rap career in the Price Is Right comment section and killed his press momentum. The woman who won the showcase had flown a red-eye specifically to win a car because hers was stolen — a moment Jones credits to God and manifestation.The conversation covers Kuzzo Fly's transition to The Sauce by Tyrone Jones, a barbecue sauce made with fresh onion and garlic instead of powdered ingredients, now sold on Amazon and in local stores through hands-on demo days. Jones shares lessons from watching every season of Shark Tank, explains why he refuses to scale into Costco before the brand is ready, and quotes Ice Cube's advice that entrepreneurs should expect five years of zero profit before anything pays off. A spirited debate over Chris Brown versus Michael Jackson dancing and whether Kobe Bryant deserves more respect than LeBron James rounds out the episode.

Kellen Russell sits down with Shane Sparks to tell some Stories from the Resilite

Ebony Merkerson — the viral Facebook drama creator behind Ebony World of Drama — breaks down exactly how she built multiple pages totaling over three million followers, earns five figures monthly from improv skits, and why she still refuses to join TikTok despite being one of its most clipped creators. Green Room Radio hosts Tru, Little Raych, Shane Sparks, and Jen Garcia sit down with Merkerson in Las Vegas for a candid conversation about the real economics of short-form drama on Facebook.Merkerson reveals the specific posting schedule — 6:30 AM, 11:00 AM, and 5:00 PM daily — that trained her audience to show up consistently, the three-second hook rule that determines whether a skit earns real ad revenue, and why Facebook's shift from paying per view to paying per watch-time past three minutes has fundamentally changed what skit creators need to produce. The conversation covers her 70/30 revenue split with her network, the content rights trap that lets clippers steal her work on TikTok, and her method of never scripting dialogue to keep reactions natural and believable.Merkerson's trajectory from underpaid background actor to multi-page Facebook monetization powerhouse offers a blueprint for drama skit creators navigating platform payouts, content theft, and the mental toll of racist hate messages that arrive daily in her inbox.

Peter North breaks down the double life he maintained for three decades as one of the most recognized performers in adult entertainment history, revealing how he lived as a regular guy in Orange County while operating as an industry icon in the San Fernando Valley — all before social media made that impossible. The legendary adult film star sits down with Green Room Radio hosts Tru, Shane Sparks, and Little Raych for a wide-ranging conversation that covers everything from his first adult scene to his upcoming documentary releasing August 11th on Apple TV.North details how a one-way ticket from Halifax, Nova Scotia, a job at one of the last Jack LaLanne Health Spas with a fake Social Security number, and a chance encounter led him into a career spanning thousands of scenes across multiple continents. He explains the economics of male performer pay versus female performer pay, the myth of the fluffer, why he refused most gang bang scenes, and how piracy destroyed the six-figure monthly revenue his production company once generated from internet distribution alone.Peter North's forthcoming documentary, filmed over four years starting in 2021 with roughly 50 editors and featuring an interview with Jenna Jameson, premieres August 11th on Apple TV and Fandango as the performer's definitive account of an era the adult film industry will never repeat.

DJ D-Wrek calls into Green Room Radio and reveals the full origin story of Wild 'N Out — from the vacant bedroom in his Studio City apartment where he and Nick Cannon brainstormed the concept in 2004, to the self-funded pilot shot at the Comedy Union, to MTV's pickup in early 2005. The conversation unpacks why D-Wrek never received co-creator credit despite his integral role, and how the entertainment industry consistently undervalues the people who build things behind the scenes.Host Tru, co-hosts Little Raych, Jen Garcia, and Shane Sparks connect the Wild 'N Out creation story to a broader conversation about who really gets credit in entertainment. Eric Bellinger wrote roughly fifty percent of the songs on the current Usher and Chris Brown tour, yet most fans have never heard his name. Shane Sparks makes the case that Chris Brown is more purely talented than Michael Jackson based on versatility, live adaptability, and range across dancing, singing, rapping, and painting — a claim the panel debates with specific concert footage and choreography analysis.Shane Sparks brings firsthand credibility as a choreographer who toured with the Pulse dance convention alongside Wade Robson, Mia Michaels, and Laurieann Gibson, and who has known DJ D-Wrek for over twenty years. The episode also addresses the Sean Kelly fake follower controversy, where the interviewer with eleven million followers allegedly charged small business owners six thousand dollars for appearances that generated only a few hundred views. Tru warns listeners about a separate ticket scam involving a Las Vegas radio personality named Poondaga connected to 103.1.The full episode functions as a candid roundtable on how fame, talent, and authenticity collide in modern pop culture — from streaming culture and AI-powered clipping to why Conor McGregor's latest fight looked like a money grab.

Kyle Snyder sits down with Shane Sparks to tell some Stories from the Resilite

Shane Sparks was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. He is an award-winning broadcaster who is the play-by-voice of college wrestling on the Big Ten Network. In addition, he is the voice of Real American Freestyle (RAF), which brings wrestling to a pro stage and broadcasts on FOX Nation. We talked about how he got interested in broadcasting, his wrestling career, the value of testing yourself against difficult competition, the importance of emotional intelligence in sports, and his thoughts on who should be on the Mount Rushmore of college wrestling. In addition, we discussed the one thing he would fix about college wrestling, NIL and the transfer portal, the dangers of cutting weight too quickly, and who could challenge Penn State's dominance of the sport in the near future. Finally, we discussed the excitement around Real American Freestyle and how it will help grow the sport of wrestling, what game day looks like for him as a broadcaster, and the best advice he has for those who want to pursue a career in broadcasting. You can listen and follow the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Audible, Amazon, iHeart Radio, and at https://toginet.com/shows/successprofilesradio/ Please leave a 5-star review on iTunes and 5 stars on Spotify.

Kyle Dake sits down with Shane Sparks to tell some Stories from the Resilite

Quentin Wright sits down with Shane Sparks to tell some Stories from the Resilite

Shane Sparks, the voice of Big Ten wrestling, joins Mike for the argument they've been having over drinks for years: should California's 22,000 wrestlers really compete for one state title? Shane's case is participation and community. Mike's case is data: every top recruit since 2020 mapped by state, and the budgets behind the programs that produce them. Two sides, real receipts, and a middle ground neither expected.Guest: Shane Sparks, play-by-play broadcaster for Big Ten Network, FloWrestling, ESPN, and the NCAA ChampionshipsTopics: the state championship debate, big board recruiting data, program budgets and fundraising, Final X and Kyle Dake, Spencer Lee before Worlds, 11 weight classes, Shane's Mount Rushmore

Anthony Robles sits down with Shane Sparks to tell some Stories from the Resilite

In the latest episode of Stories from the Resilite, Shane Sparks talks with World Champion and Super Bowl winner Stephen Neal.

Two-time world champion, Olympic bronze medalist, two-time NCAA champion and longtime Iowa associate head coach Terry Brands joins Shane Sparks on Stories From the Resilite

The Green Room crew sits down with legendary dancer and choreographer Shane Sparks for a deep dive into his incredible career and the hidden secrets of Hollywood dance movies.Shane reveals the untold stories behind some of the biggest dance films of the 2000s, including how he personally came up with the title for the movie "You Got Served" and his behind-the-scenes frustrations with the choreography battles on set. He also shares the heartbreaking stories of how he narrowly missed out on choreographing "Stomp the Yard" and the massive "Step Up" franchise, explaining why he learned the hard way to always keep his creative ideas a secret in the cutthroat entertainment industry.The conversation heats up as Shane gives his ultimate take on the greatest dancers of all time, explaining exactly why he believes Chris Brown's incredible versatility surpasses even Michael Jackson. He also breaks down the unique styles of the Jabbawockeez, Les Twins, and his early days mastering street dance styles in Ohio long before they became mainstream.Beyond dance, Shane discusses the terrifying realities of AI taking over the music and entertainment industry, his new prepay gas card business venture called Fuel Lock, and a hilarious debate about what the crew would do if they were contestants on Mr. Beast's Amazon Prime reality show Beast Games.Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from Green Room Radio!

In this episode of Stories From the Resilite, Shane Sparks sits down with Olympic wrestler, NCAA champion, coach and media personality Ben Askren for a wide-ranging conversation about wrestling, resilience and perspective.

Jordan Burroughs is the first guest on the new wrestling podcast, Stories from the Resilite, hosted by Shane Sparks.

Doug Schwab and Shane Sparks join the show to talk NCAA's and more! Sponsored by @LineupLegends. Visit lineuplegends.com to enter for a chance to win $20k for March MATness! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by BTN wrestling analyst Shane Sparks. Shane joins the show to chat about his career journey and why he's so passionate about wrestling.  Plus Darian and Steve react to Penn State's hiring of Jim Knowles and talk about the BJC Dual.  Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter @StuffSomersSays and @SteveSamspell. Visit the website at StuffSomersSays.com. Join the newsletter today. Go buy Stuff by visiting StuffSomersSays.com/TheStuff

Lehigh head coach Pat Santoro checks in with Shane Sparks on the latest Go Earn It Podcast.

Kendric Maple joins Shane Sparks on Episode 39 of the Go Earn It Podcast.

Mark Branch should be regarded as an all-timer in college wrestling lore. Hear what he's got to say about his career with Shane Sparks.

Check out Shane Sparks' interview with A.J. School on Episode 37 of the Go Earn It Podcast.

Check out Shane Sparks' interview with Darian Cruz on Episode 36 of the Go Earn It Podcast.

Check out Shane Sparks' interview with Teague Moore on Episode 35 of the Go Earn It Podcast.

Check out Shane Sparks' interview with Cody Brewer on Episode 34 of the Go Earn It Podcast.

Check out Shane Sparks' interview with Daton Fix on Episode 33 of the Go Earn It Podcast.

Kerry McCoy joins host Shane Sparks on the Go Earn It Podcast.

Shane Sparks talks with Olympic silver medalist, NCAA All-American and respected club coach Brandon Paulson on Episode 31 of the Go Earn It Podcast. 

Part 2 of Shane Sparks' conversation with Eric Larkin on the Go Earn It Podcast.

Shane Sparks talks with Eric Larkin, past NCAA champion and Dan Hodge Trophy winner.

Shane Sparks picks back up with 2012 Olympian and current Virginia Tech associate head coach Jared Frayer.

The dynamic Jared Frayer is next up on the Go Earn It Podcast with Shane Sparks.

Catch up with Wisconsin assistant Jon Reader on Part 2 of the Go Earn It Podcast with Shane Sparks.

Who gets you more fired up than Shane Sparks? Wisconsin assistant coach Jon Reader!

Michigan native, four-time All-American and two-time NCAA champion Gabe Dean joins Shane Sparks on the most recent episode of the Go Earn It Podcast.

Shane Sparks catches up with one of the most decorated heavyweights in college and international history, Nick Gwiazdowski.

Shane Sparks reignites his conversation with Matt McDonough.

Will Penn State wrestling legend David Taylor take over at Oklahoma State? CP, JD, and David Bray discuss the latest news in wrestling. Shane Sparks joins the show to share what's on his mind in the world of wrestling as well. Send in user submissions and questions to FRLsubmissions@flosports.tv! Use code FLOWRESTLING for 10% off your order at stateandliberty.com. (1:10) David Taylor to Oklahoma State - is it happening and what it would mean (38:50) Shane Sparks talks about the Kentucky Derby, transfer portal, and more (1:08:02) Gable Steveson out at WWE - what's next for him? (1:11:25) the roast of Tom Brady, Shane's Mt. Rushmore of bands, and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shane Sparks talks with Missouri head coach Brian Smith on the latest episode of the Go Earn It Podcast.

Shane Sparks talks with two-time NCAA Champion David Carr of Iowa State.

Shane Sparks talks with Iowa two-time NCAA champion Matt McDonough.

Shane Sparks talks with the East Lansing Strangler, Nick Simmons on the latest Go Earn It Podcast.

Shane Sparks is joined by Nebraska three-time All-American Robert Kokesh on the latest GO EARN IT Podcast.

We take a walk down memory lane for a very special milestone episode of FRL. (0:00) Ben gets tased! (5:17) a cool callback moment for Ben  (10:13) Kyle Bratke (33:45) David Bray (47:55) Cyon (1:01:27) Chael Sonnen (1:40:44) Shane Sparks (1:53:20) Greg Warren (2:15:40) why AJ Ferrari hates Ben (2:29:30) Willie Saylor (2:28:10) closing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cyon and Shane Sparks join the show to preview what is set to be one of the best weekends of the season! Send in user submissions and questions to FRLsubmissions@flosports.tv! (0:00) Vito film out now (7:35) what we missed last show (10:00) Yianni Diakomihalis - Nick Lee wrestle-off this weekend (16:35) Penn State - Ohio State (42:02) Iowa - Michigan (1:05:15) Missouri - Oklahoma State (1:15:15) other matches (1:22:30) questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben is back and Shane Sparks joins the show to talk Senior Nationals and preview the weekend in D1 wrestling. Send in user submissions and questions to FRLsubmissions@flosports.tv! (0:00) did Shane Sparks hit the tanning bed before joining this morning? (4:45) Senior Nationals preview (37:37) Budgy Smuggler tangent (42:30) back to Senior Nationals (52:30) SDSU - Nebraska preview (1:00:00) Stanford - Virginia Tech preview and stealing tangent (1:19:55) questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Askren, Christian Pyles, Shane Sparks, and David Bray break down PSU's new lineup and preview the upcoming weekend of college and high school wrestling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shane Sparks joins the show to preview the best regular season college tournament of the year. Send in user submissions and questions to FRLsubmissions@flosports.tv! (0:00) Ben is calling in from Australia (9:39) 125 (17:14) 133 (18:44) 141 (28:00) 149 (34:30) 157 (47:50) 165 (54:42) 174 (1:03:40) 184 (1:07:35) 197 (1:11:00) 285 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shane Sparks is back to talk weight cutting, UFC, Worlds, preview 165, and more! Send in user submissions and questions to FRLsubmissions@flosports.tv! (0:00) baseball talk (5:18) weight cutting discussion (17:10) IOC, USADA, and UFC talk (25:30) 165 tiers (35:52) NWCA All-Star talk (41:18) questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices