Today’s guest on the PXPU Podcast is Danny Reed, the voice of the Georgia Southern Eagles who made his Westwood One debut this March. In this conversation, we discuss:
* (01:26) The value of grinding for a decade: Danny's opportunity with Westwood One came after years of doing stats work
* (04:06) Early passion matters: Danny was mimicking broadcasters as a child, showing how early interests can shape careers
* (05:32) Finding mentors: Local radio professionals provided Danny opportunities to learn broadcasting basics
* (06:40) Education pathways: Specialized sports broadcasting education combined with playing experience
* (09:42) Network building: Relationships developed while at The Citadel eventually led to Georgia Southern opportunity
* (16:17) Player perspective: How playing experience helps understand and communicate what athletes experience
* (18:19) Balance fan/professional: How to navigate being passionate about a team while maintaining professionalism
* (22:30) Embrace unexpected roles: Sales experience in minor league baseball built transferable career skills
* (31:25) Sideline value: Using sideline reporting experience to develop play-by-play skills and perspective
* (34:47) Always prepare thoroughly: Even when doing stats or sideline work, prepare as if calling the game
* (37:06) Polite persistence: Maintaining professional contact with industry leaders over 11 years led to opportunity
* (42:35) Take feedback: Being open to critique and making adjustments based on industry feedback
* (44:14) Stay ready: Technical delays and unexpected circumstances will happen; adaptability is crucial
* (48:06) Never peak: Approach each opportunity with the mindset that your best work is still ahead of you
