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The Sportsnaut Interview PodcastFinal Four 2025 Preview: Expert Breakdown of Auburn, Florida, Duke & Houston with Michael DeCourcyJoin us as Sportsnaut sits down with college basketball insider Michael DeCourcy from Sporting News to break down the 2025 NCAA Final Four! This in-depth interview covers everything you need to know about the matchups: Auburn vs. Florida and Duke vs. Houston. Get expert insights on key players like Johni Broome, Tahad Pettiford, and Thomas Houck, plus analysis on coaching advantages, team strengths, and the impact of NIL and the Transfer Portal on this year’s tournament. With all #1 seeds advancing to San Antonio, is this the Final Four fans want? Michael dives into why these top teams dominated, the la...2025-04-0125 min
The DeCourcy DiariesEpisode 24 - The Art of Living Freakishly Awesome w/ Shaun AnthonyIn this episode of The DeCourcy Diaries, Brynn sits down with Shaun Anthony—the creative force behind Live Freakishly Awesome, a barbershop that redefines the grooming experience through artistry, precision, & purpose. More than just a master barber, Shaun is a mentor, entrepreneur, & community builder who’s paving the way for others to level up both personally & professionally.Tune in as we explore Shaun’s journey from cutting hair to crafting a brand, the mindset behind taking bold risks, & what it truly means to embrace your individuality. He shares the highs, the lessons, & what’s next for Live...2025-03-311h 01
SportsIQ with Larry SmithMarch Madness Bracket Breakdown with Mike DeCourcy + Insider Betting Tips!🚨 March Madness is HERE! 🚨Join Larry Smith and special guests Mike DeCourcy (Sporting News, Big Ten Network, Fox Sports) and Dave Mason (BetOnline.ag) as they break down the NCAA Tournament Bracket, discuss bracket surprises, upsets to watch, sleeper teams, and dive into the evolution of sports gambling in March Madness.📌 Topics Covered:✅ Bracket Breakdown – Surprising seed placements & biggest snubs✅ Teams to Watch – Who can pull off an upset?✅ Final Four & National Champion Picks✅ How Sports Betting Has Changed College Hoops✅ Betting Tips for Beginners & Strategies for March Madness🔔 Timestamps:00:0...2025-03-2051 min
Power Hour PodcastHow Should We Adopt AI & Copilot In Our Organizations?: Power Hour Podcast #10 - Nick DeCourcyIn this episode, we’re joined by Nick DeCourcy, an AI and Microsoft 365 Copilot consultant who helps small and medium-sized businesses navigate the evolving landscape of AI adoption. Nick shares his journey from childhood tech enthusiast to AI consultant, offering deep insights into the challenges of AI adoption, training strategies, and risks businesses face when using AI tools like Copilot. We also explore the potential of autonomous agents, how to choose the right AI tools, and why empathy and balance matter more than ever in today’s fast-paced world.Whether you're an entrepreneur, cons...2025-03-181h 00
Spin On SportsSpin On Sports ~ Hour Three ~ Anthony's Conversation with Mike DecourcyMarch 13th, 2025 ~ Anthony shares his conversation with Mike Decourcy (Sporting News and Big Ten Network). Decourcy breaks down the Big Ten Tournament and where the top teams stand heading into the NCAA tournament.2025-03-1317 min
Query & CompanyIs Tyrese Haliburton Back? Are the Hoosiers a bubble team? Mike DeCourcy and Tony East Join!(00:00-22:38) – Query & Company opens on a Thursday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing a variety of topics. The show starts off with Jake reminiscing on the movie Hoosiers with Gene Hackman passing away. He also briefly discusses the wins last night for the Pacers and Hoosiers. (22:38-35:12) – On yesterday’s show, Shane Steichen joined the program ahead of the combine to talk Colts. Jake replays a couple pieces from that interview regarding Anthony Richardson. It leads to Jake explaining why it could take some time for Richardson to become the franchise quarterback the Colts are hoping...2025-02-272h 17
This Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 11.7 - Guests RJ Luis Jr., Steven Ashworth, Mike DeCourcyThis Week In The BIG EAST Radio Show, distributed by Westwood One, continued its 11th season with guests St. John's junior guard RJ Luis Jr., Creighton senior guard Steven Ashworth and FOX Sports Bracketologist Mike DeCourcy.The returning hosts for This Week In The BIG EAST (#TWITBE) are John Rooke, a longtime BIG EAST play-by-play voice, and Kevin McNamara, BIG EAST radio host, columnist and author. Rooke and McNamara give a comprehensive look at the teams, coaches, players and storied tradition of the top basketball conference in America in each episode.The seventh episode of...2025-02-2144 minThe DeCourcy DiariesEpisode 22 - class is in SESSION!GET YOUR #2 PENCILS!!! Today's episode is all about our newest game-changing launch in the beauty industry. Class is officially in session with the launch of the DeCourcy Academy of Beauty! 🎉Hear the story behind the Academy, from identifying gaps in esthetician education to creating a space where aspiring & licensed beauty professionals can thrive. With a focus on inclusivity, innovation, & mentorship, the Academy is designed to empower students with the tools & confidence to succeed in a competitive industry.Learn about what the Academy offers: advanced beauty education, confidence- building, & business & branding skills to build a s...2025-01-2122 minThe DeCourcy DiariesEpisode 20 - in full bloom with @thisisrooniIn this episode of The DeCourcy Diaries, Brynn sits down with Gwen, the creative mind & founder behind Rooni Studio, a floral design business known for its bold, impactful shapes & unforgettable arrangements.Gwen shares her inspiring journey from exploring photography & visual merchandising to discovering her passion for floristry & launching Rooni Studio in 2023. With roots in creativity & entrepreneurship, Gwen’s story is a testament to following your vision & building something uniquely your own.Together, Brynn & Gwen dive into the artistry behind Rooni’s signature aesthetic, the challenges & joys of starting a creative business, & the parallels betw...2024-12-1838 minThe DeCourcy DiariesEpisode 19 - We're so back...Just a cute little rebrand! Welcome to the inaugural episode of The DeCourcy Diaries! For loyal listeners of The Esty Besties, thank you for your continued support—this episode is a heartfelt bridge to what’s next...Brynn dives into the "why" behind the rebrand, explaining how her personal evolution & the ever-changing beauty industry inspired her to expand beyond esthetics. The DeCourcy Diaries will now explore a broader spectrum of topics, from beauty & business tips to lifestyle insights & personal growth.Expect practical advice, relatable stories, & candid behind-the-scenes moments, all with the mission of empowering you to t...2024-12-0712 min
The Final Four Is Not On The Schedule - A Podcast Discussing Michigan State Basketball.NCAA Tourney to expand, NCAA ain't going anywhere and more with Mike DeCourcy of the Sporting NewsJune 6, 2024: We were joined again this week with prolific sports columnist Mike DeCourcy of the Sporting News to talk college hoops. DeCourcy is also a regular on the BTN so he follows the Big Ten very closely as well as the college basketball landscape in general. We talked about what the Big Ten expansion means for basketball by adding a famed program like UCLA.
We touched upon how the game has or has not changed with the addition of NIL and unlimited transfers as well as Tom Izzo's concerns. Finally, we delved into what the NCAA tournament...2024-06-061h 14
Uncensored CMOSnapchat CMO on fixing social media, being creative leader of the decade and lessons from Dan Wieden - Colleen DeCourcyColleen DeCourcy is the Chief Creative Officer at Snap, having previously spent over a decade at Wieden+Kennedy as co-president and Chief Creative Officer, working on some of the largest brand accounts in the world. In this episode we talk about Colleen's time at W+K, some of her favourite quotes from Dan Wieden and how she's now tackling brand at Snapchat.Timestamps00:00 - Intro01:22 - Colleen DeCourcy background03:30 - Winning creative leader of the decade06:30 - Colleen’s tenure at Wieden+Kennedy13:50 - The TIME Interview18:39 - From retirement to jo...2024-05-0842 min
Campaign ChemistryCampaign Chemistry: Snap CCO Colleen DeCourcyColleen DeCourcy has carved a career out of pushing boundaries and making change.In her nine years leading Wieden+Kennedy, DeCourcy evolved the agency to embrace digital and social media while reshaping its policies and leadership team to reflect an increasingly diverse workforce. She did it all while raising her daughter as a single mother. Two years ago, she came out of a brief retirement to join Snap as chief creative officer, compelled by the platform’s mission to right some of the wrongs social media has inflicted on society and particularly on youth. Snap’s mos...2024-04-2443 min
Last Word On Sports Media PodcastNCAA Tournament, Shohei Ohtani Controversy And More With Ken Fang And Mike DeCourcy | LWOS Media PodcastWe have much to discuss on the NCAA Tournament for the Men and the Women, what's really going on with new Dodgers phenom Shohei Otani and the gambling controversy and get insight from a couple of stellar guests on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast."Host T.J. Rives is back and is joined first by Ken Fang of AwfulAnnouncing.com and Mike DeCourcy of the Sporting News and the Big Ten Network to break it all down.T.J. and Ken talk the March Madness games and announce teams, including Ian Eagle plugging...2024-03-2758 min
Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.comUSBWA Hall of Famer Mike DeCourcy joins old friend David JonesLongtime Sporting News columnist and USBWA Hall of Famer Mike DeCourcy joins old friend David Jones of PennLive on this edition of The Blue-White Breakdown. The conversation with DeCourcy, who's also a Big Ten Network studio analyst and FOX Sports' bracketologist, twists from a little breaking news regarding the firing of Chris Holtmann at Ohio State, to a state of Penn State basketball critique, to stories about covering PSU football (1985-91) for The Pittsburgh Press and his sometimes contentious relationship with Joe Paterno. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-02-1539 min
Press Box Access: A Sports History PodcastMike DeCourcy: “It Was Like Being Given a Ticket to Heaven.”Mike DeCourcy puts us courtside with tales from his distinguished career covering college basketball for nearly four decades. He tells us about the greatest game he ever covered and the first machine he ever filed a story on. Mike gives insight from time spent with coaches such as Mike Krzyzewski, Bob Huggins, Nolan Richardson and Skip Prosser. We discuss how national narratives follow certain people and programs. And we get a dose of college football as Mike recalls working the Penn State beat when Joe Paterno was at the height of his power. DeCourcy, a m...2023-12-201h 00
The C.L. Brown ShowThe Sporting News' Mike DeCourcy on UK basketball lineups and Louisville coach Kenny PayneThis week's episode of The C.L. Brown Show features The Sporting News' Mike DeCourcy, who has covered 32 Final Fours and has been the college basketball columnist at TSN since 1995. DeCourcy discusses the versatility Aaron Bradshaw adds to Kentucky's lineup after returning from a foot injury that caused him to miss seven games. And he explains why it's too early to be concerned with Justin Edwards' struggles. DeCourcy also explains why Louisville's non-conference schedule isn't doing coach Kenny Payne any favors.2023-12-1328 min
Badass Direct Sales MasterySara DeCourcy: Stop Selling Direct and Start Sharing Stories to Market Your BusinessJoin host Jennie Bellinger as she interviews the badass and goal-oriented Sara DeCourcy, who leverages storytelling to build personal connections in marketing, highlighting the central conflict of small businesses needing marketing platforms that provide a level playing field.About Sara DeCourcy: Sara is a consultative professional supporting the growth of businesses by helping them solve the real-world problems they face. By utilizing the power of community, competitive nature, and an innovative mindset, she works with solo entrepreneurs and small businesses to discover new ways to support sustainable growth. Sara is also a s...2023-06-1529 minThe Final Four Is Not On The Schedule - A Podcast Discussing Michigan State Basketball.Mike DeCourcy from The Sporting News Talks About MSU’s Title Chances and Much MoreMay 10, 2023: Eric and Rod got a chance to sit down with long time reporter, Michael DeCourcy, of The Sporting News. We discussed MSU's title chances both in the Big Ten and nationally and the overall success (or lack thereof) for the conference in the NCAA Tournament.
DeCourcy also spent some time explaining why he thinks NIL has on balance made the product on the court better for the college game and how he does not believe that we will see a breakup of the NCAA any time soon. Finally, in the rapid fire questions at the end...2023-05-1043 min
Hoops Prospects Podcast (HPP)The Portal, Early Entries, Chats with Mike DeCourcy & Jarod Lucas — HPP S2-E29The HPP crew discusses the state of college basketball with Mike Decourcy, a Hall of Fame writer, a studio analyst at the Big Ten Network, and the Bracketologist for Fox Sports. All-MWC guard Jarod Lucas also joins the show to make a special announcement and to talk about his remarkable career, including his time at Nevada, the development of his game, and more. The gang also discusses the top performers at the Portsmouth Invitational, the latest developments with the transfer portal, new early entries into the NBA Draft, and more. CHAPTERS:1. Mike DeCo...2023-04-202h 48
The Rex Chapman Show with Josh HopkinsJeff Goodman and Mike DeCourcy Preview The NCAA TournamentOn a special episode of The Rex Chapman Show with Josh Hopkins, the guys are joined by Jeff Goodman and Mike DeCourcey. Up first, Jeff Goodman of Stadium and Field of 68 discuss the potential Head Coaching changes which could cause a distraction for some of the NCAA Tournament teams. Then, Mike DeCourcy of Big Ten Network and FOX Sports takes an in depth look at the bracket. Everything you need before the NCAA Tournament is right here!Jeff Goodman up first5:00 - What happened to Kentucky this year and are they prepared...2023-03-161h 04This Week in the BIG EAST - Weekly Overview of NCAA College Basketball's Top Conference#TWITBE Ep. 9.7 - Guests Ryan Kalkbrenner, Stu Jackson and Mike DeCourcyThis Week In The BIG EAST Radio Show, distributed by Westwood One, continues its ninth season with guests Creighton junior center Ryan Kalkbrenner, BIG EAST Executive Associate Commissioner Stu Jackson and FOX Sports and Sporting News Analyst Mike DeCourcy.The seventh episode of TWITBE reviews the past week of BIG EAST basketball, taking a deep dive into the league’s top contenders for the regular season title. As the home teams continue to dominate, the top four teams in the standings–Marquette, Xavier, Providence and Creighton–are currently 10-0 against each other on their home floors, in additi...2023-02-1744 minHoops Prospects Podcast (HPP)Bracketology with Mike Decourcy, Zach Edey, Kyrie Trade, & more — HPP S2-E17In this mega episode, Mike Decourcy of Fox Sports and the Big Ten Network stops by to discuss his bracket projections. The HPP crew also releases a new Draft Stock Report, featuring Zach Edey, Drew Timme, and others. Also, Drew Barton returns for the NBA Chat with Doc, and they analyze Kyrie Irving's trade to Dallas. CHAPTERS:1. NBA Chat (2:46)Reactions to the Kyrie Irving tradeNBA Trade Rumors2. College Hoops Notebook (36:19)Bracketology with Mike Decourcy – Mike has been a columnist at The Sporting News since 1995, and is a me...2023-02-093h 17