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Sports Across The BoardMike Reiss on writing for the Simpsons, giving jokes to Johnny Carson and traveling to the Titanic on the Ocean's Gate submersibleSo what does Homer Simpson have to do with sports? Don't forget he was the star of the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant softball team! Mike Reiss is one of the writers for the Simpsons and has been for over 20 years. He also wrote jokes for the greatest late night host ever, Johnny Carson. And to top it off he took a ride to the Titanic on the Ocean's Gate submersible, one year before it imploded killing all five aboard. He's also a Harvard grad. He talks about it all on this episode of SATB 2025-06-1325 min
Sports Across The BoardHannah Storm, Danny Hurley, Todd Golden, Nancy Lieberman-- a star-studded cast on this episode of Sports Across the BoardWas UConn coach Danny Hurley serious when an open might caught him saying he’s the “best coach on the planet?” How did ESPN’ anchor Hannah Storm establish herself as one of the best. What does Nancy Lieberman think of “little sister” Caitlin Clark. And is Todd Golden worried about losing members of his championship Florida Gators to the Transfer Portal. Listen to this special edition of SATB recorded at the V Foundation Gala in Sarasota, Fla. It was the V's 20th anniversaity and the Gala has raised over $120 million for pediatric cancer research.2025-05-1223 min
Sports Across The BoardDereck Whittenburg discusses his role in the 1983 NCAA Championship game, how his missed shot led to N.C. State's ultimate victory, and who Coach Jim Valvono was really looking for after the game.Sidney Lowe, Thurl Bailey, Dereck Whittenburg and Lorenzo Charles were all instrumental in that final game-winning shot for NC State. Hear Dereck describe the closing seconds of one of the most dramatic Finals in NCAA tournament history, won by the Woldpack 54-52.2025-03-3124 min
Sports Across The BoardJohn Kincade Returns to Atlanta!Actually, John is now a top rated morning drive-time host with his partner Andrew Salciunas on 97.5 The Fanatic in his home town of Philadelphia. John discusses the difference in markets between Philly and his former home Atlana, where he hosted the Buck and Kincade Show on 680 the Fan. He also talks about, what else, the Super Bowl success of the Eagles, the future of sports talk radio and what students should know if considering a career in sports media. He also reminisces about his time in Atlanta and says his return to Phialadelphia shows the saying about "you never...2025-03-0335 min
Sports Across The BoardCBS Sports college football expert Tony Barnhart recaps the 2024 season and looks ahead to 2025College football season is over, but it's never too late to look back or too early to look ahead. And who better to do it than CBS college football expert Tony Barnhart. A UGA grad and former ESPN commentator, Tony sums up the past season and comments on the first 12-team playoff. He also looks at what's ahead for the Georgia Bulldogs, and comments on the Dogs heir apparent quarterback Gunner Stockton. This and much more on SATB's Year 5, Episode 2.2025-02-1028 min
Sports Across The BoardA Sportscaster for All Seasons
Sam Crenshaw, one of Atlanta's most versatile broadcasters, comments on the college football playoff final, where college sports are headed, why he's excited about the Hawks and what he sees for the Braves and Falcons. Sam is the sports anchor for CW69 News at 10, weekend morning host for Sports Radio 92.9 the Game, broadcaster and producer for GPB sports, sideline reporter for Georgia State football and play-by-play voice for Georgia State basketball on ESPN3. Very few know Atlanta sports like Sam. Listen to his thoughts and opinions on this first SATB podcast of 2025.
2025-01-1842 min
Sports Across The BoardJay Paterno, son of legendary Penn State coach Joe Paterno, nails it in his new book "BLITZED, The All-Out Pressure of College Football's New Era"Using a fictionalzed approach to real world issues, Jay writes about college football's high stakes environment. He covers it all from NIL and the Transfer Portal, to corruption and campus politics. He brings his 17 years of coaching experience and his vast knowledge of the college sports landscape in this interview with Sports Across the Board.
2024-11-1228 min
Sports Across The BoardTerence Moore is not only on top of the big stories in sports, he’s often ahead of the game. A columnist for Forbes.com and contributor to WSB-TV, Terence gives his thoughts on today's hot topics
Terence Moore is a columnist for Forbes.com and contributor to WSB-TV’s top rated Sports Zone Sunday, He is also the author of two books—The Real Hank Aaron, an Intimate Look at the Life And Legacy of the Home Run King and Red Brick Magic, the story of the coaching legacy of his alma mater, Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He relays stories of Miami’s coaching legends, many of whom he knew personally. He also talks Falcons, Braves and more.
2024-09-2534 min
Sports Across The BoardWes Durham, Falcons and ACC play-by-play broadcaster talks his career, the NFL and the ACC.Durham also comments on the quantum changes in college sports, the much talked about Michael Penix acquisition by the Falcons, and why he never sought to succeed his ledgendary father as voice of the North Carolina Tar Heels.2024-08-2531 min
Sports Across The BoardFormer Yankee and ESPN broadcaster Dave Cohen on baseball's lack of hitting, college football's need to adopt the NFL model, and some of hockey's greatest mysteriesThis time Dave and Gary drink coffee and commiserate on some of the big issues in sports from the growing confusion at the college level to arm angles and to what basketball has learned from soocer.2024-07-0237 min
Sports Across The BoardJeff Gordon, Jim Kelly, Rick Barnes, Booger McFarland and more give us a few great minutes.Our annual trip to the V Foundation for Pediatric Cancer gala in Sarasota netted interviews with some of the stars, who suppor the cause, but also have oipinions on some of sports most pressing issues. Listen as we talk with Buiffalo Bills Hall of Famer, and three time cancer survisor Jim Kelly; NASCAR legend Jeff Gordon; Tenessee basketaball coach Rick Barnes; ESPN analyst Booger McFarland; and former Syracuse basketball coach Jim Boeheim2024-05-2715 min
Sports Across The BoardYou’ve watched him for years on Braves and Hawks pre and post game shows, before that as the sports voice of Headline News—now Jerome Jurenovich is back on Sports Across the Board.Jerome talks candidly about why he retired , tells stories from his 40 year broadcast career, and comments on the Atlanta Hawks' need to press the refresh button.
2024-05-0631 min
Sports Across The BoardBob Kendrick brings the Negro Leagues to life. Kendrick is the president of the Negro Leagues Museum in Kansas City. .
Did you know “Cool Papa” Bell was so quick he could turn off the switch and be in bed before the room went dark? Do you know about baseball’s “forgotten man? How about where the great Hank Aaron began his illustrious career? The answers to these and other questions help form the history of baseball’s Negro Leagues. Listen as the Negro Leagues Museum’s president tells us about the teams, the players and the history of the league and the museum, which has become one of the nation’s true cultural treasures.
2024-04-1033 min
Sports Across The BoardRick Strom, former Georgia Tech and Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, on faith, football and never giving up.Through trials and tribulations, both mental and physical, Rick Strom built a career in college football and the NFL. Hear stories about his coaches including Bill Curry, Chuck Noll and Marv Levy. Gain insights into his teammates such as Detroit's Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders. And learn how faith and determination led him to a career he never really expected.2024-02-2444 min
Sports Across The BoardDr. Lee Kneer, sports science physician at Emory, gives advice on how to stay fit and also talks about his role as team physician for the Braves and consulting doctor to the Falcons.Dr. Kneer is a sports medicine specialist with the Emory Orthopedics and Spine Center. He is also the head team physician for the Atlanta Braves and consulting physician to the Falcons. He has provided international medical coverage to U.S. Soccer. Tap into Dr. Kneer's wealth of knowledge on sports injuries, on how to stay fit, and how he keeps professional athletes in the game.2024-01-2431 min
Sports Across The BoardFormer Yankee and ESPN play-by-play broadcaster Dave Cohen weighs in on the top sports stories of the day and the year.Dave is an award-winning broadcaster, actor and voice-over talent. He worked play-by-play for the New York Yankess on the MSG Network, called games for Washington's NBA franchise and has covered sports from A to Z for ESPN. His knowledge and unique insights have made him a popular guest on shows from coast-to-coast. Here he helps put a bow on the 2023 sports year and looks ahead to 2024.2023-12-1438 min
Sports Across The BoardThe Making of a Sportscaster— Annie Hoffman has worked with or coached many of the top sportscasters in the country. Here she talks about her career and how she trains sportscasters to be the best.Annie has been praised for her work by countless sports personalities including CBS’s James Brown ESPN’s Booger McFarland, NASCAR reporter Jenny Punch, basketball analyst Megan Perry and even Shaq and Kareem. Perry said “there’s something magnetic about Annie Hoffman”. In this podcast you’ll see why as she talks about her days with ABC and ESPN.com among other networks and local stations. She also provides valuable tips for the experienced as well as those eyeing media as a career.
2023-11-1423 min
Sports Across The BoardFrenchy Off-Mic—Braves and TBS network analyst Jeff Francouer steps away from his broadcast duties to give us opinions on baseball's post season and why injuries should not derail the Braves
Former Brave Jeff Francoeur covers baseball in Atlanta and nationally working with the likes of Brian Anderson and Bob Costas. In this episode,along with the playoffs, he discusses the success of MLB’s rules changes, the grind of a season from the player’s perspective and much more.
2023-10-0221 min
Sports Across The BoardFrenchy Off-Mic—Braves and TBS network analyst Jeff Francouer steps away from his broadcast duties to give us opinions on baseball's post season and why injuries should not derail the Braves.
Former Brave Jeff Francoeur covers baseball in Atlanta and nationally working with the likes of Brian Anderson and Bob Costas. In this episode,along with the playoffs, he discusses the success of MLB’s rules changes, the grind of a season from the player’s perspective and much more.2023-09-2826 min
Sports Across The BoardWhich team has the best fans in the NFL? Where do the Falcon fans stand? Emory Professor Mike Lewis answers these and other questions about fan behior on this epidsode of SATB
Mike Lewis’s work focuses on the intersection of sports analytics and sports marketing. This approach makes Professor Lewis a unique expert on fandom as his work addresses the complete process from success on the field to success at the box office. Representative research topics include Competitive Balance, Generation Z Fandom and Athlete Star Power. He has appeared twice before on Sports Across the Board.
2023-09-1029 min
Sports Across The BoardBill Curry comments on college football's most pressing issues and discusses his own playing career with some of the greatest coaches of all-time.Bill Curry was in three Super Bowls, played for Lombardi and Shula and coached at Georgia Tech, Alabama and Georgia State. In this episode he comments on why Pat Fiitzgerald is not to blame for the mess at Northwestern, why NIL and the Transfer Portal are not good for the college football. He also relives his days with the greatest of coaches--Dodd, Lombardi and Shula and tells us where Belichick belongs on the list. This and more from one of the most insightful minds in football today. 2023-08-0152 minSports Across The BoardBang! One of Steve Holman's signature calls on his nearly 3000 Hawks broadcasts. Listen as Steve recalls his career as the voice of Atlanta professional basketball.Steve Holman has broadcast almost 3,000 consecutive games for the Atlanta Hawks. Starting in Boston as an assistant to the legendary Johnny Most, Holman moved to Atlanta and began one of the most illustrious careers in NBA broadcast history--one filled with memories of Hawks greats from Dominique Wilkins to Trae Young and everyone in between. He has also called some of the greatest games in Hawks history including the legenday 1988 Eastern Conference playoff showdown between Nique and Larry Bird--known today as "the duel for the ages." It's a fun trip down memory lane along with opinions on today's players and...2023-06-2040 minSports Across The BoardMcEnroe, Posey, Pitino, Robinson and Barnes guest on this special episode from Sarasota and the V Foundation GalaThe stars turned out for Dick Vitale, who annually sponsors a gala to raise money for pediatric cancer research. To date over $320 million raised. Sports legends such as John McEnroe, the Admiral David Robinson, St. John’s new basketball coach Rick Pitino, three-time World Series champion Buster Posey and Tennessee basketball coach Rick Barnes were all on hand to talk about the Foundation and answer questions about the sports that made them famous.2023-05-2419 minSports Across The BoardRecorded at the V Foundation Gala in Sarasota, two time NBA champ and Gold Medal winner David Robinson recalls his scoring battle with Shaquille O'Neal and then addresses college sports today.This is our first edition of the Sports Across the Board Two-Minute drill. If you can't listen to lengthy podcasts, then try this bite-sized interview format. This episode features one of the all-time NBA greats David Robinson. A gradaute of the Naval Academy, Robinson went on to great heights in basketall and now serves on the board of the V Foundation fighting childhood cancer. 2023-05-1102 minSports Across The BoardHe was a former Yankee announcer, spent three decades with ESPN and is best friends with the legendary Bob Costas. Coney Island Dave Cohen fills the hour with great stories, opinions and insights.If you’re looking for stories about baseball and baseball broadcasters look no further than this podcast with our guest “Coney Island” Dave Cohen. A former Yankee broadcaster, a lifelong friend of Bob Costas and announcer for Costas Coast to Coast, Dave has done NBA play-by-play and numerous sports over a 30-year span with ESPN. A graduate of Syracuse University, Dave was an innovator in sports cable programming, and was instrumental in the beginning of all-sports radio in NewYork. As Vin Scully would say, “pull up a chair” and listen to some great stories from our featured guest, Dave Cohen.2023-04-281h 01Sports Across The BoardBernie Mullin, former CEO of the Atlanta Spirit and key executive with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Colorado Rockies and the NBA discusses the risks and rewards of leading a major sports franchiseA British native, Mullin is CEO of the Atlanta-based sports marketing firm, The Aspire Group. He tells how he broke into sports in America then provides insights into the last days of the Atlanta Spirit, the Pittsburgh Pirates during the steriod era, the NBA's marketing machine and tells of the highs and low of a lifelong career in sports. He also speaks of his new philanthropic effort designed to imporve reading, writing and math skills for young children in siingle-parent households. Listen now to Season 3, Episonde 3 of Sports Across the Board.2023-03-2935 min
People Know StuffGary McKillips: Stuff he knows about staying relevant in retirementGary and I discuss using your time in a way that keeps you “in the game” and relevant. Gary gives some simple advice about what he has learned from his retirement journey concerning ongoing practices and perspectives, but his encouragement will inspire anyone interested in staying purposeful and pertinent.2023-02-2021 minSports Across The BoardWho was the NBA's version of Jackie Robinson? Former Hawks GM Pete Babcock, a student of African-American history, tells us that and more about the NBA then and now.Pete Babcock, who was the GM of not only the Hawks, but the Clippers and Nuggets as well, recounts stories of Red Auerbach's role in bringing Black players into the NBA and how the Harlem Globetrotters factored into the development of the league. He also relates stories of life on the road for Black players in the early days and why today international players have become a major part of the NBA. Pete, also a student of the JFK assination, tells why he thinks Lee Harvey Oswald may not have been the "lone gunman." That and more on this...2023-02-1433 minSports Across The BoardNational sports journalist and TV commentator Terence Moore tells never-before-heard stories from his book on Hank Aaron, a stranger-than-fiction tale of Muhammed Ali, and talks UGA football.Terence Moore returns to Sports Across the Board to speak about his new book on Hank Aaron and tells stories that only he can tell about the home run king. Then he tells us what it will take for Georgia to win its third straight national football championship and why NIL and the new college football play playoff scenario are "evil. " He concludes with how an interview with the champ Muhammed Ali turned into something very strange and very memorable. Affable, candid and always entertaining listen to Terence Moore on this episode of Sports Across The Board.2023-01-2333 minSports Across The BoardThe Quarterback Revolution: RGIII and Steve Young on the top signal callers in the NFLTwo former greats discuss trends in quarterbacking, why the era of the drop back QB is gone forever and what the world has against lefties in football's most important position. Also learn about RGIII's role with college football's Good Works Team and Steve Young's work with Meta to bring advanced technologfy to students in underserved areas across the nation.2022-12-1420 minSports Across The BoardGet your Falcon fix! Dr. Arnie Mellits, physician and sports analyst at 92.9 The Game, diagnoses the Falcons, what they need and how they can return to championship form.Dr. Arnie rates Arthur Smith, says Michael Vick changed the game, talks the role of the offensive line and how it differs in this era of quarterback domination. He also speaks to sports injuries, and concludes with his views on the value of sports in society. Welcome to Episode 16 of Sports Across the Board2022-11-0736 minSports Across The BoardMike Lewis, marketing professor at Emory University in Atlanta, delves into the mysteries of fan behavior on this episode of Sports Across the Board with AP Radio sports correspondent Gary McKillipsWhat makes fans do what they do? Can good marketing overcome bad performance on the field? How do community and generational forces affect fan loyaly? How did soccer fans reach such a fever pitch to create riots in the stands and on the field in Indonesia? What did COVID do to fan behavior and overall interest in sports? Mike Lewis, Emory professor, answers these and other questions on this episode of Sports Across the Board with Gary McKillips.2022-10-2031 minSports Across The BoardBroadcaster Jeff Francouer says the pitch clock is a must, tells how he found out about his Sports Illustrated cover story, and previews baseball's post seasonLearn how Jeff Francouer got the nickname "Frenchy," what he took from his 12 year career in the majors and how he wowed 79 MLB scouts in his audition as a high school player. Hear this candid, close-up interview with Braves broadcaster Jeff Francouer on this epdosde of Sports Across the Board2022-09-1019 minSports Across The BoardChick-fil-A Peach Bowl President Gary Stokan talks remedies for college football and the upcoming Georgia-Oregon and Georgia Tech Clemson Kickoff GamesAs president and CEO of the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, Gary Stokan has his ear to the ground on all that is happening in colege sports. Hear his candid opinions on the lack of leadership in college football, conference realignment and NIL. He also looks at the big Georgia-Orgon and Georgia Tech-Clemson Chick-fil-A Kickoff Games.2022-08-0822 minSports Across The BoardTim Tebow Talks SEC and Big Ten Expansion; Name, Image and Likeness; the Transfer Portal and MoreThis exclusive interview was recorded at SEC Media Days at the Omni Hotel. The Omni and the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta hosted the event, which is the unofficial opening of the college football season.2022-07-3011 min
Sports Across The BoardBraves broadcaster Brian Jordan on being one of professional sports last two sports starsBraves broadcaster Brian Jordan is one of the few two sports stars in history. He looks back at his time with the St. Louis Cardinals and Atlanta Falcons, and he talks about teammates Mark McGwire, Deion Sanders, manger Tony LaRussa and coach Jerry Glanville. Jordan also weighs in on baseball’s current world champions.2022-07-0126 minSports Across The BoardThe Price Of Switching Athletic ConferencesMany universities are changing conferences in football and basketball. They're looking for a pot of gold with respect to increased funding, improved enrollment, better rivalries, and brand development. But Georgia State professor Stephanie Herbst Lucke, a former collegiate All-American herself, says not so fast. Her study finds that in the long run, spending millions to switch conferences may not be worth it for most schools. 2022-04-0426 minSports Across The BoardInside Stories From Veteran L.A. Times Sports Media Columnist, Larry StewartA 35 year sportswriter and TV columnist in Los Angeles, Larry Stewart talks about his dealings with Bob Costas, Al Michaels, Vin Scully and other sportscasting legends. He relives his meeting with a young Jerry Seinfeld, an older Jim McKay, and New York’s finest, Marv Albert. From sitting in a production truck to golfing with Hall of Fame coach Bill Sharman to dining with leading sports figures in some of L.A.’s most posh eateries, Larry relieves some of the great moments of his illustrious career. it’s all on this edition of a sports Across the Board.2022-03-0239 minSports Across The BoardWes Pritchett On Winning A National Title, His Time At Notre Dame, And The Dogs In ‘22Wes Pritchett, All-American linebacker with Notre Dame’s 1988 national championship team, talks about Lou Holtz, new Irish coach Marcus Freeman, the Dogs national championship and college football’s changing landscape. Would he want to be playing now? What’s he telling his sons, who are highly-touted college football prospects? All this and more from a man who knows and loves football. Welcome to the second season of Sports Across the Board.2022-01-2439 min
Sports Across The BoardHall Of Fame Scout Weighs In On All Things BaseballAl Gold is is a baseball Super Scout and player development director, who signed the likes of Frank Thomas (the Big Hurt), Kerry Wood and others. He reminisces about his days with the White Sox, Reds, and Mets. He also shares why he thinks today’s game may be in trouble.2021-11-2336 minSports Across The BoardVin Thompson On College Sports’ “Perfect Storm”Vin Thompson is CEO of the sports marketing agency, MELT. He's one of the nation’s top college sports authorities. He goes across the board, providing his unique insights on the chaos in college sports. He also weighs in on televised sports events as “the ultimate reality show."2021-09-2831 minSports Across The BoardHi Tech For High School Sports, GoFan CEO B.J. Pilling On Digital TicketingFans are returning to sporting events, and that's also true at the high school level. Thanks to the company GoFan, there's a unique ticketing service that makes going to games easier. GoFan CEO B.J. Pilling explains how the service works, the role of paid sponsors, and how this is only the beginning for the GoFan platform.2021-07-2609 min
EthicalVoicesWhat to do when your boss doesn’t value honesty as much as you do – Gary McKillipsGary McKillips, a freelance writer, broadcaster, and correspondent for AP Radio Sports and MLB on Sirius XM. discusses: 1) What to do when your boss wants you to fire a high-performing employee they do not like 2) What to do when your boss doesn’t value honesty as much as you do 3) Ethical issues with SpiderTech and sports public relations2021-07-1216 minSports Across The BoardEmory Professor Mike Lewis On Paying College Athletes And Fan BehaviorNow that an athlete can be paid to endorse products (the NIL rule) what will happen to college sports? And why do fans go gaga over their favorite teams? Host Gary McKillips talks with Emory University marketing professor Mike Lewis on these topics and where Atlanta stands as a major sports city.2021-07-1118 minSports Across The BoardGSU Broadcaster Dave Cohen On The Panthers Rise To ProminenceFrom the NCAA basketball tournament to post-season football bowls , Georgia State University is making its presence known on the national sports landscape. Dave Cohen is GSU's Hall of Fame broadcaster. He tells us what may be next for this burgeoning athletic program. He also looks back on GSU coaching legends Lefty Driesell and Bill Curry, and he previews the upcoming football season which includes games with Army, 11th ranked North Carolina and SEC powerhouse Auburn.2021-06-1337 minSports Across The BoardInsights From Augusta And PGA Preview With Golf Correspondent Jim HartIf golf is your game, or if you merely watch and enjoy, this episode is for you. Fresh off the Masters, Jim Hart of AP Radio and Sirius/XM looks back at Hideki Matsumaya’s victory at Augusta, and he previews the PGA. He also talks about golf’s popularity, TV ratings, and the sport without Tiger Woods. As an added bonus, Jim goes across the board on a proposed eight-to-twelve team college football playoff.2021-05-1225 minSports Across The BoardSports Journalist Terence Moore: Like It IsTerence Moore is national sportswriter, former Atlanta Journal-Constitution columnist and TV commentator. He tells host Gary McKillips about his memories covering Cincinnati’s Big Red Machine, the Oakland A’s with Billy Martin, and the Atlanta Braves' Hank Aaron.2021-04-1920 min