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The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University49. Christian Caple, award-winning journalist, on covering a football teamEpisode OverviewTony Castricone speaks with award-winning journalist Christian Caple about the fundamentals of covering a football team. They discuss practical strategies for observing practices effectively, building relationships with sources, and finding meaningful stories, especially when you're new to covering a program.Key Timestamps[03:22] Dealing with the overwhelm of first practices and developing an observer's eye[05:23] What to watch for during practice: Key position battles, QB rotations, and personnel groupings[10:32] Strategies for tracking player participation and identifying injuries[17:25] Challenges of identifying depth charts during spring practice2025-04-1249 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University47. Elise Woodward on being up for calling any sport in any role imaginableToday’s guest on the PXPU Podcast is Elise Woodward. Elise has experience in all three major broadcasting roles - play-by-play, color analyst, and sideline reporting - across numerous sports. She shares insights on preparing for different sports, the mindset required for each broadcasting role, and how to conduct effective interviews.Timestamped Show Notes[02:26] Discussion about broadcasting multiple sports and the challenges of learning new ones.[04:08] Elise on the importance of getting terminology right for different sports.[06:15] How to prepare for broadcasting unfamiliar sports:* Study the rule book...2025-03-1550 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University45. Gibson Arnold, D1 head coach turned mental performance coachWe’ve talked extensively at Play By Play U about the importance of the mental side of performance and how underdiscussed it is when it comes to learning how to grow in your broadcasting career. Today, we interview Gibson Arnold, who serves as both Director of Mental Performance and General Manager for the Washington Huskies basketball team. Gibson shares his fascinating journey from college basketball player to coach, NBA scout, Harvard-educated psychologist, and now mental performance specialist.Show Notes00:00 - Tony introduces Gibson Arnold, former head coach at Hawaii now working with Washington Huskies...2025-02-2737 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University44. Cory Provus, Minnesota Twins & Big Ten NetworkToday’s PXPU Podcast guest is Cory Provus of the Minnesota Twins, who started as the TV voice of the team, but has transitioned into the full-time TV call.Today’s show notes:01:41-03:10 - Cory shares his background growing up in Highland Park, Illinois (Chicago area) and attending Syracuse University, plus a recent vacation to Banff03:10-04:06 - Tony asks about Cory's early career at ISP Sports/IMG College/Learfield and his connection to Chris Ferris04:06-06:10 - Cory discusses how meeting Dave Pasch at Syracuse led to his first job...2025-02-2057 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University43. Gary Hill, the new #2 radio broadcaster for the Seattle MarinersThis week’s guest on the PXPU Podcast is Gary Hill, who was just awarded a promotion as the new, full-time No. 2 radio broadcaster for the Seattle Mariners.Gary has been with the Mariners for a while in a number of different capacities, and has worked in broadcasting in Seattle for basically his whole career. In this week’s episode, we discuss his journey, the versatility that led to his rise, the fundamentals he utilizes during his calls and more.Play-by-Play U is entirely reader-supported. To support this work, consider becoming a free or paid...2025-02-141h 08
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University42. Tim Bickford, Senior Network Manager at LearfieldThis week’s podcast guest is Tim Bickford. He’s a senior network manager at Learfield, and has called games on several Power 4 networks, including Michigan, Virginia Tech, the ACC and the SEC just to name a few.Tim, who has called the ACC men’s basketball championship game among other big time events, talks to us about his expectations about the play-by-play industry coming out of college versus the reality, and how he’s carved out a radio play-by-play role at one of college sports largest rightsholders without being the voice of a team. This...2025-02-071h 02
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityTell the Truth Tuesday presented by Stand By Media: Jonah KrellToday’s Tell the Truth Tuesday is presented by Stand By Media, owned and operated by Howard Deneroff, the former executive vice president of Westwood One. If you’re looking for feedback or guidance on your play-by-play career, Deneroff’s experience serving as the executive producer of major worldwide broadcasts like the Super Bowl, the Final Four, the Olympics and more will provide valuable insight, coaching, connections and more. Find out more at https://www.standbymedia.net/, and let him know you heard about him through Tell the Truth Tuesday at Play By Play University.Today, Deneroff provid...2025-02-0422 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University41. Using your instrument with Alexis Alfaro, professional opera singer and rugby refereeA special note about this week’s podcast: typically, we post an audio-only podcast, but this week, I loaded the full video to this website because I think it’s important to see Alexis as he demonstrates some of these vocal exercises, and to understand the relationship the voice and the vocal cords have to the entire body. I hope you enjoy this episode, and I want to challenge you all to extract at least three things from Alexis’ vocal habits that you’ll immediately start implementing to maximize your vocal quality.Today’s PXPU Podcast guest is Alexis...2025-01-301h 02
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityTell the Truth Tuesday presented by Stand By Media: Trevor WilliamsToday’s Tell the Truth Tuesday is presented by Stand By Media, owned and operated by Howard Deneroff, the former executive vice president of Westwood One. If you’re looking for feedback or guidance on your play-by-play career, Deneroff’s experience serving as the executive producer of major worldwide broadcasts like the Super Bowl, the Final Four, the Olympics and more will provide valuable insight, coaching, connections and more. Find out more at https://www.standbymedia.net/, and let him know you heard about him through Tell the Truth Tuesday at Play By Play University.Today, Deneroff provid...2025-01-2819 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University40. Teaching the craft with Bill Roth, the voice of the Virginia Tech HokiesEpisode OverviewA conversation with Bill Roth, Voice of the Virginia Tech Hokies, about his career journey, teaching broadcasting, and insights into the craft of sports play-by-play.Show Notes[01:00] Early career decisions and path to broadcasting* Discussion of athletic aspirations versus broadcasting career* Early exposure to high-level baseball and career direction[02:16] Virginia Tech's sports media program* Overview of ACC Network operations at Virginia Tech* Student involvement in technical and on-air roles* Creating opportunities for hands-on experience[03:41] Evolution of student...2025-01-2357 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityTell the Truth Tuesday presented by Stand By Media: Jorge BannisterToday’s Tell the Truth Tuesday is presented by Stand By Media, owned and operated by Howard Deneroff, the former executive vice president of Westwood One. If you’re looking for feedback or guidance on your play-by-play career, Deneroff’s experience serving as the executive producer of major worldwide broadcasts like the Super Bowl, the Final Four, the Olympics and more will provide valuable insight, coaching, connections and more. Find out more at https://www.standbymedia.net/, and let him know you heard about him through Tell the Truth Tuesday at Play By Play University.Today, Deneroff provid...2025-01-2130 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University39. Filling Big Shoes with Jeff Culhane, voice of the Florida State SeminolesEpisode OverviewA conversation with Jeff Culhane, Voice of the Florida State Seminoles, about the unique challenges and opportunities of following a legendary broadcaster.Show Notes[02:12] Jeff's career journey* Previous roles at Nebraska, West Virginia, North Dakota State* Meeting his wife while at West Virginia* Decision to move to Fargo, North Dakota[04:25] North Dakota State experience* Called multiple FCS national championships* Witnessed program success across multiple sports* Built strong connections with the community[05:58] Landing the Florida State...2025-01-1652 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityTell the Truth Tuesday presented by Stand By Media: Dane RichardsonToday’s Tell the Truth Tuesday is presented by Stand By Media, owned and operated by Howard Deneroff, the former executive vice president of Westwood One. If you’re looking for feedback or guidance on your play-by-play career, Deneroff’s experience serving as the executive producer of major worldwide broadcasts like the Super Bowl, the Final Four, the Olympics and more will provide valuable insight, coaching, connections and more. Find out more at https://www.standbymedia.net/, and let him know you heard about him through Tell the Truth Tuesday at Play By Play University.Today, Deneroff provid...2025-01-1425 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University38. Howard Deneroff, talent coach and former executive producer of everythingOn today’s episode of the PXPU Podcast, Howard Deneroff joins the show to discuss his 35-year run as a producer at Westwood One, which saw him rise to the top chair hiring the broadcasters for the Super Bowl, the Kentucky Derby, March Madness, the Olympics, the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Monday Night Football and much more.Howard has started his own talent coaching company called Stand By Media, which you can check out on his website at standbymedia.net. To showcase what it is Deneroff can offer in the way of coaching, Play By Play University has pa...2024-12-191h 07
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University37. Monday Mailbag: handling end of game situations in basketballThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit playbyplayu.substack.comReminder: Our next Office Hours are this Thursday at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT. I’ll be joined by a special guest who is the voice of a Power Four program, so make sure you join us to talk shop on Thursday night. To get an invitation to this exclusive Zoom call, subscribe at the Office Hours level.Also, we will not have a “Tell the Truth Tuesday” episode this week, but get your tapes in at playbyplayu@gmail...2024-12-1701 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University36. Aaron Goldsmith, Seattle MarinersAaron Goldsmith has called a decade of big league baseball with the Seattle Mariners. He was offered the job for his favorite team growing up, his hometown St. Louis Cardinals, and he was quickly climbing the ranks at FOX on their network broadcasts of NFL, MLB and major college sports.So, why is his scaling back and settling into Seattle?Because as Colin Cowherd once said, “don’t try to be happier than happy.”In this episode:* (02:15) Discussion of Aaron's life since making the decision to stay with the Mariners* (0...2024-12-121h 06
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University35. Tell the Truth Tuesday: Jonathon LangdonToday’s tape comes in from Jonathon Langdon, an Office Hours-level subscriber who calls high school sports for the OH Report out of central Ohio. Give him a follow on X at @jdlangdon14 and leave a comment with your thoughts in the comments section!Some basic critique etiquette:* No fluffy false positives. When you say something positive, it must be sincere. Positive feedback implies that the announcer would be well served to replicate that performance as consistently as possible in the future.* All criticism should be constructive. When something sounds like it misses th...2024-12-1028 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University34. Tell the Truth Tuesday: Gabe GenovesiToday’s tape comes in from Gabe Genovesi, a broadcaster and network coordinator at Learfield. Give him a follow on X at @GabeGeno13 and leave a comment with your thoughts in the comments section!Some basic critique etiquette:* No fluffy false positives. When you say something positive, it must be sincere. Positive feedback implies that the announcer would be well served to replicate that performance as consistently as possible in the future.* All criticism should be constructive. When something sounds like it misses the mark, the point is not to demean, but to id...2024-11-1917 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University33. Friday Focus: Getting organized before you go in the boothThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit playbyplayu.substack.comReminder: our first Office Hours session of the year takes place on Monday, November 18 at 4:30 pm PT/7:30 pm ET. If you’d like to join me for an intimate group Zoom call where we talk all things play-by-play, subscribe at the Office Hours level by clicking the Subscribe button below.You spend hours during the week preparing information for your broadcast, digging up perfect nuggets and compelling storylines. Then the game gets exciting, adrenaline takes over, and suddenly you re...2024-11-1502 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University32. Joey McMurry, Oregon Ducks sidelines, men's hoops voice and J-school instructorNote: this will be our final podcast guest interview until after the Thanksgiving holiday. It’s a busy time of year for everyone, but especially so for those in the college sports space who have football and basketball crossing over at this time. We will resume with our normal podcast interviews in December.On today’s episode, we talk to Joey McMurry, voice of Oregon Ducks men’s basketball about the following:* (04:22) Career path began after injuring his arm in high school, ending his athletic pursuits* (05:15) Secured internship at KSEO radio in Santa Cruz t...2024-11-1453 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University31. Wednesday Wisdom: the art of the cold connection, part 2This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit playbyplayu.substack.comReminder: Our first Office Hours session is coming up on Monday, November 18 for 60 minutes starting at 4:30 pm PT/7:30 pm ET. To be a part of our group Zoom calls for Office Hours, subscribe at the Office Hours level by clicking the button below.Making In-Person Professional ConnectionsLet me continue our discussion about building your professional network. Think of your network like an egg: few mentors at the top, many peers in the middle, and a handful...2024-11-1301 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University30. Tell the Truth Tuesday: Mick TidrowReminder: our first Office Hours session of the year takes place on Monday, November 18 at 4:30 pm PT/7:30 pm ET. If you’d like to join me for an intimate group Zoom call where we talk all things play-by-play, subscribe at the Office Hours level by clicking the Subscribe button below.Today’s tape comes in from Mick Tidrow, the voice of the Ball State Cardinals. Give him a follow on X at @MickTidrow and leave a comment with your thoughts in the comments section!Some basic critique etiquette:* No fluffy false positives. When you...2024-11-1218 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University29. The impact spotting can have on your broadcast and your careerThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit playbyplayu.substack.comRemember, our first Office Hours session with a group Zoom call will be coming up on Monday, November 18 at 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT. If you’d like to connect with me and other broadcasters once a month on Zoom, upgrade your subscription to the Office Hours level by clicking the button below.The Art of Spotting: Your Gateway to the Broadcasting BoothI want to focus on something specific to football broadcasting: the art of spotting. While st...2024-11-0801 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University28. Big Ten Network's Ashley AdamsonThis week’s podcast is with Big Ten Network host/reporter Ashley Adamson, who has won three Emmy Awards in her coverage of college sports.Ashley is an experienced sideline reporter, game host and storyteller, and her ability to connect with sources and dig up great insight to relay to her audience makes her one of the best reporters I’ve come across in my time calling games.In this episode:* Ashley describes her roles: studio host, sideline reporter, feature producer (02:05)* Early career challenge: entry-level jobs requiring experience (04:39)* Starting sala...2024-11-071h 08
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University27. Wednesday Wisdom: the art of the cold call connectionThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit playbyplayu.substack.comI want to talk about the art of cold email, cold call, and cold reach out – particularly for those trying to make connections early in their careers. Recently, someone reached out to me, and while I believe they meant well, I was unsure why they contacted me. When we got on the phone, the conversation's direction wasn't clear, and it happened during an …2024-11-0601 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University26. Tell the Truth Tuesday: Jonah KrellWe got another strong submission for Tell the Truth Tuesday this week. Jonah Krell subscribed to the website and submitted some basketball highlights and a demo of last March’s Pac-12 Tournament championship game.This is really good tape, Jonah! I appreciate you sending this in and your submission. Leave Jonah a comment and give some feedback in the comments section below!Some basic critique etiquette:* No fluffy false positives. When you say something positive, it must be sincere. Positive feedback implies that the announcer would be well served to replicate that performance as...2024-11-0522 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University25. Monday Mailbag 11-4-24: how to create and send out a demoOur first Office Hours session for folks subscribing at that level will be coming up on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 at 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT. This gives anyone the opportunity to meet me and others via Zoom and participate in an intimate, 60-minute conversation about making a career out of play-by-play. To upgrade your subscription to the Office Hours tier, just click the subscribe button below.Now, on to today’s Monday Mailbag…Vance writes in with a question about how to make a demo and get it out there after calling his first couple of college foot...2024-11-0413 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University24. Friday Focus: The best coaches show I've ever hostedThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit playbyplayu.substack.comThe following is an AI-generated article recapping today’s full-length podcast. For more nuanced discussion on each topic, please listen to today’s members-only podcast, and subscribe for more exclusive content like this.I want to share an experience that fundamentally changed my approach to interviewing coaches. It happened recently, during the weekend of October 21st, when circumstances forced me to conduct a coach's show with significantly less preparation than usual. What I learned from this experience applies whether you...2024-11-0101 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University23. Ian Fitzsimmons, sideline reporter and talk show host for ESPN RadioOn today’s episode of the PXPU Podcast, we talk to ESPN Radio’s Ian Fitzsimmons, who has become an integral member of ESPN Radio’s College Football Game of the Week as a third member of the broadcast crew from the sidelines.Ian has used his fun-loving personality to create a ton of authentic connections with the players and coaches he covers to become one of the most well-sourced reporters in the industry.On today's episode:* (02:36) Early career stories* Host's internship experience with Fitzsimmons* Origin of "Tolstoy" nickname from o...2024-10-3137 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University22. Wednesday Wisdom: the 'no complaining' ruleThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit playbyplayu.substack.comThe following is an AI-generated article based off the podcast episode above. Click play and listen to the full episode for more context on today’s topic.I want to talk about two things that I've heard many coaches discuss over the years - the only two things you can actually control. You can't control your talent level. You can't control where you start. You certainly can't control where you end up with 100% certainty. But there are two things yo...2024-10-3001 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University21. Tell the Truth Tuesday: Tyler PolkAlright, crew! Tyler Polk submits his 3rd quarter call of a high school hoops tournament game last year between Beaver Falls and Shadyside Academy in Pennsylvania. Let’s take a listen and let him know what we think!Give Tyler a follow on X or on LinkedIn, or check out his website at www.tylerjhpolk.com.Thanks for sending this in, Tyler! It’s fun listening to your TV work, and as a guy who does both radio and TV, you did a good job of getting the style and the vibe right for the medi...2024-10-2922 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University20. Monday Mailbag 10-28-24Coming later this week!* We’ll be releasing our first two dates for the “Office Hours” group Zoom calls! Those are only for subscribers at the Office Hours level, so level up by clicking on the subscribe button below and make sure you’re a part of the fun.* Shout out to Josh Pos, student at Indiana’s Sports Media program, who did a phenomenal job spotting for us this past weekend during Washington’s game in Bloomington. Great job, Josh!* Ian Fitzsimmons, ESPN Radio sideline reporter, will talk to us about doing great sideli...2024-10-2817 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University19. Friday Focus: how to handle pregame, kickoff, transitions and down timeThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit playbyplayu.substack.comThe following is an AI-generated article recapping today’s full-length podcast. For more nuanced discussion on each topic, please listen to today’s members-only podcast, and subscribe for more exclusive content like this.As Jim Nantz pointed out, for play-by-play announcers, football games consist of approximately 130-150 plays, each serving as a chapter in the game's story. However, the broadcast encompasses much more than just calling the plays. While the actual play-by-play rarely causes problems for experienced broadcasters, it's ofte...2024-10-2503 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University18. ESPN Radio's voice of the NBA, Marc KestecherESPN Radio’s Marc Kestecher taped with us a few weeks back, and I thought this week would be a great time to release the conversation, given that he’s going to be everywhere the next couple months between ESPN’s college football game of the week and its NBA coverage.On today’s episode:* (02:54) Kestecher shares his unlikely path to success, describing himself as usually unlucky except in his career* (03:08) Started as a local broadcaster in Albany and Cleveland* (03:57) First big break came filling in for Rich Eisen on Yankees-Red Sox game...2024-10-2455 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University17. Friday Focus: the 7 lenses through which an announcer can view any playThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit playbyplayu.substack.comThe following is an AI generated article about today’s podcast. For the full, in-depth analysis on today’s topic, please make sure to listen to today’s episode.The Seven Layers of Football Play-by-Play: A Comprehensive GuideIn the world of football play-by-play, the ability to view and describe any given moment through multiple lenses is a crucial skill. This article outlines a theory developed over years of experience in football broadcasting, proposing seven distinct layers or len...2024-10-1801 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University16. Alex Cohen called 2,000 games before his no-no with the Cubs in SeptemberToday’s PXPU Podcast interview is with Alex Cohen, the long-time voice of the Iowa Cubs, who made his big league debut in July on Marquee Sports Network. What he didn’t expect was another game in September that he’d call in Wrigley on less than 24 hours notice. And what he really, really didn’t expect was that it would be the Cubs’ first no-hitter at Wrigley since 1972!Show notes:* 02:22 - Alex's background and career journey in sports broadcasting* 05:38 - The importance of learning from experienced broadcasters* 07:17 - Key advice: Smile and...2024-10-1742 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University15. Wednesday Wisdom: how to handle a blowout lossThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit playbyplayu.substack.comThe following is an AI generated article about today’s podcast. For the full, in-depth analysis on today’s topic, please make sure to listen to today’s episode.On today's edition of Wednesday Wisdom, we're going to talk about how to handle a blowout because that's something that's pretty fresh in my mind. That was a lot of work on Saturday. The Huskies played at Iowa in Iowa City and that did not go the way that any of us...2024-10-1601 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University14. Tell the Truth Tuesday: Jason DorowPlay By Play U subscriber Jason Dorow is the subject of today’s critique of the week. To get first dibs and bring your tape to the front of the line, make sure you subscribe (even if just for free!) by clicking the button below.What does everyone think!? Chime in with your thoughts on Jason’s work below.Some basic critique etiquette:* No fluffy false positives. When you say something positive, it must be sincere. Positive feedback implies that the announcer would be well served to replicate that performance as consistently as poss...2024-10-1523 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University13. Friday Focus: How to call a football play, Part 2 (radio edition)This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit playbyplayu.substack.comHey folks! Don’t forget the Monday Mailbag is right around the corner. Send me a message about anything related living the life of a play-by-play announcer and I’ll get to it to start off next week. Just click the button below and type away.Also, our monthly group Zoom calls are going to start soon, and they will be exclusively for people who have paid …2024-10-1101 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University12. Carter Henderson, associate athletic director at Stanford UniversityIn this episode of the PXPU podcast, Tony Castricone interviews Carter Henderson, Associate Athletic Director at Stanford University, about the hiring process for play-by-play broadcasters at Division I schools.Show Notes:01:33 - Carter's background and experience in hiring play-by-play broadcasters03:18 - Reflections on the hiring process that brought Tony to Washington04:05 - What stands out in initial interviews with candidates05:52 - The importance of understanding specific job needs in different searches07:34 - How play-by-play roles are evolving and what schools are looking for09:42 - Comparing...2024-10-1026 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University10. Tell the Truth Tuesday: Kevin Richardson, voice of San Jose State footballFormer Stanford linebacker Kevin Richardson has turned football broadcasting into a fun side gig. The Bay Area president of a financial advising firm is in his 17th year broadcasting San Jose State football. Formerly the color analyst, he pulled off one of the harder transitions in broadcasting and made his way over to the play-by-play chair.He submitted this tape from San Jose State’s recent thriller at Washington State for consideration on today’s episode of Tell The Truth Tuesday.You can hear the entire call below.What do you guys think?2024-10-0823 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play University9. Monday Mailbag 10-7-24As the founder of Play By Play U, I'm thrilled to share some exciting updates and reflections on our journey so far. First, I want to express my gratitude to all our subscribers, both free and paid. Your support and engagement drive me to continually improve and expand our offerings. My goal is to provide exceptional value, making you feel like you're getting $500 worth of content for just $5.99 a month.Recent Experiences and the Power of PreparationI recently had the pleasure of calling an exhilarating game between Washington and Michigan, which ended in a 27...2024-10-0732 min
The Gregg Bell Show w/ Christopher Kidd10-4 H2: Hey There Tony Castricone, Reading Your Texts, FoF & Cross TalkVoice of the UW Huskies, Tony Castricone hops on the mic to talk about the Huskies big game against Michigan, how good has Will Rogers been, and much more. Gregg and Christopher hit the text line and read back messages from listeners, Kidd makes his pick in Fact or Fiction, and Anderson Hirst joins to share what Ian Furness and company have planned for their show.2024-10-0438 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityEpisode 8: Brock Huard, FOXBrock Huard has almost two decades of experience on national TV as a football analyst. He’s worked with a large group of elite play-by-play announcers over his time at ESPN and FOX, and on today’s edition of the PXPU Podcast, he provides unique insight on how to work on your craft from one chair over.Today's show notes:2:15 - Brock discusses his post-football career and transition into broadcasting4:27 - Advantages and challenges of transitioning from player to broadcaster7:04 - Importance of timing and chemistry in broadcasting partnerships10:03 - Strategies for building chemistry with broa...2024-10-0325 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityTell the Truth Tuesday 9-30-2024We’ve loaded today’s Tell the Truth Tuesday to the PXPU Podcast. Please subscribe to it and leave a 5-star review!Today, we take a listen to ABC’s Chris Fowler and Alabama’s Chris Stewart with their final call of the Alabama-Georgia thriller, we take a listen to Nate Gatter’s highlights from Kansas State’s win over Oklahoma State on Westwood One, and put an ear on Joe Castiglione, who’s been the voice of the Boston Red Sox for my entire lifetime.If you want me to review your tape and you want to ge...2024-10-0218 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityTell the Truth Tuesday 9-30-2024We’ve loaded today’s Tell the Truth Tuesday to the PXPU Podcast. Please subscribe to it and leave a 5-star review!Today, we take a listen to ABC’s Chris Fowler and Alabama’s Chris Stewart with their final call of the Alabama-Georgia thriller, we take a listen to Nate Gatter’s highlights from Kansas State’s win over Oklahoma State on Westwood One, and put an ear on Joe Castiglione, who’s been the voice of the Boston Red Sox for my entire lifetime.If you want me to review your tape and you want to ge...2024-10-0118 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityEpisode 7: Connor Onion, FOXConnor Onion made his debut on FOX earlier this year with a MLB game, and has since added college football work on national TV, including his call of this past weekend’s thriller in Boulder when Colorado completed a Hail Mary to send the game to overtime against Baylor. You can hear his call of it here.Today’s show notes:2:06 - Connor recalls first hearing Tony's work and reaching out for advice 3:38 - Discussion on pivotal career moments and universal principles 6:03 - Connor talks about his first full-time opportunity at Southern Illinois University9:36 - Stra...2024-09-2649 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityEpisode 6: Calling a Super Bowl with J.B. Long, voice of the RamsJ.B. Long came up with one of the most creative ways I’ve ever heard of someone making a demo tape of a major college basketball game. Take a listen to his story on today’s version of the PXPU Podcast and ask yourself: what’s going to be my version of this? In what ways can I think outside the box to drastically improve my demo tape?Coming up soon on the PXPU Podcast:* Marc Kestecher, ESPN Radio* Brock Huard, FOX college football* Connor Onion, FOX college football and major...2024-09-191h 07
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityEpisode 5: Guy Haberman, Big Ten NetworkI first met Guy Haberman back in 2018 when I had just taken over as the basketball announcer at Washington before inheriting football the following season. Guy, who was in Seattle covering our game for Pac-12 Network, immediately introduced himself to me at a Huskies practice and has always struck me as one of the more friendly, personable broadcasters in the business.He’s an excellent announcer, extremely smart and thoughtful and also very versatile. We talk shop often, and I think he’ll be a great resource to this community as this project grows. (You may have even...2024-09-1255 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityEpisode 4: Westwood One's Nate GatterNate Gatter seems to do a good job at staying ahead of the curve. As a junior in college, Gatter won the 2017 Jim Nantz Award, given annually to the top college sportscaster in the country.Now, at just 28 years old, Gatter takes over the play-by-play role on Westwood One’s A-crew for college football this fall with college basketball work, including March Madness games, included in his package.He made his debut this past weekend in Gainesville calling the Miami Hurricanes win at the Swamp over the Florida Gators, and has many big games ahead th...2024-09-0546 minThe Gregg Bell Show w/ Christopher Kidd9-2 H2: Tony Castricone Joins, Read Your Texts & Cross TalkVoice of the Huskies, Tony Castricone joins the show to talk about the Huskies win against Webert St. We hit the text line and read back messages from listeners, and we close the show w/ Ian Furness on Cross Talk.2024-09-0236 minThe Gregg Bell Show w/ Christopher KiddTalking All Things Huskies w/ Tony CastriconeTony Castricone, Voice of the Huskies joins the show! Tony expresses his thoughts on Jedd Fisch and new regime, describe this offense in style and the diifference from Ryan Grubb, thoughts on the Apple Cup in two weeks and much more.2024-09-0214 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityEpisode 3: Tom Boman, VP of Broadcast Operations at LearfieldI have to say, after 14 years of working in the college sports play-by-play production landscape, Tom Boman is one of the most sought after professionals with whom young broadcasters want to network.The vast majority of Division I college athletic programs have a multimedia relationship with Learfield, and when it’s time for those schools to hire a play-by-play announcer, they turn to Tom.In this episode, Tom and I discuss what you need to know and how you need to think about these searches to give yourself the best chance possible at landing one of...2024-08-291h 01
Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick FainSofty & Dick 8-26 Hour 3: Souza, Dan Wilson, Tony CastriconeIn the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Steven Souza Jr about the hope in the Mariners right now and the effect that Dan Wilson is having on the team, then continue to discuss Wilson taking over before Tony Castricone joins for crosstalk.2024-08-2733 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityEpisode 2: Geoff Arnold, Baltimore OriolesHere are some highlights from our conversation with Geoff:* (01:22) Geoff reflects on his early days at IMG College, emphasizing the value of learning from talented colleagues and the importance of perseverance in the face of initial challenges.* (03:49) The importance of humility in broadcasting: Geoff shares a recent on-air mistake, highlighting that even experienced professionals make errors and the key is to learn from them. * (05:40) Geoff discusses how his background as an umpire has helped him in broadcasting, particularly in understanding and explaining rules and handling non-routine situations.* (07:15) Strategies for handling non-routine...2024-08-2239 minDave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick FainSofty and Dick 8-19 H3: Steven Souza Jr., Caitlin Clark Hate, Tony Castricone.Steven Souza Jr. joins the show to talk about damage control with the Mariners and how much more of a leash Scott Servais has. Is Caitlin Clark getting too much hate around the league? Tony Castricone joins LIVE from the Graduate hotel ahead of the Husky Coaches show with Jedd Fisch.2024-08-2033 min
The PXPU Podcast with Tony Castricone: from Play by Play UniversityEpisode 1: Brian Boesch, baseball lover turned Big Ten basketball broadcasterEach Thursday, we’ll drop a new episode of the PXPU Podcast from Play By Play University. Our pilot episode is with Brian Boesch, an excellent broadcaster whose pace, poise, precise vocabulary and fun-loving personality laced with self-depricating humor makes for a fantastic listen along side analyst Terry Mills. Here are some highlights from our conversation:* (05:29) Brian emphasizes that you don't need to have dreamed of being a broadcaster since childhood. He didn't consider it until college, highlighting that it's never too late to start.* (06:28) The importance of mentors: Brian credits one of ou...2024-08-151h 04
The Press Box with Marty BannisterJuly 23, 2024: Tony CastriconeThe Press Box opens up with Marty Bannister and producer Khellie B as they dive into Dayton area local sports! Voice of the Washington Huskies, Tony Castricone, checks in with The Press Box to talk about his team being newcomers in the Big 10 and how that may give them a sneaky advantage over visiting teams. Also should Gaurdians fans be worried abou their teams slump? Is Ryan Day under more pressure than we considered? Reds hoping to turn around their up and down season. TBT update and more!And, For the Ladies with Khellie B f...2024-07-231h 37
Fight for Iowa – The Official Podcast of Iowa AthleticsFight for Iowa - Washington Play by Play Announcer Tony CastriconeThe new look Big Ten has officially grown by 4 teams to a total of 18 with the addition of former Pac 12 members Southern Cal, Ucla, Oregon and Washington. Iowa football welcomes the Washington Huskies to Kinnick Stadium October 12th before visiting UCLA on November 9th. The Washington Huskies bring distinguished tradition to the Big Ten including a National runner-up finish to Michigan in last January's CFP title game. Washington Husky radio network play by play voice Tony Castricone joins this week's Fight for Iowa Podcast!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h...2024-07-1118 minDave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick Fain1-16 H3: Tony Castricone Doubles Back, Jedd Fisch Joins & Cross Talk w/ Ian FurnessTony Castricone returns to give his reaction to Jedd Fisch’s press conference. Jedd Fisch sits down w/ the guys to talk about the future of this Huskies football program and more. We close w/ Ian Furness as he gives his insight on Jedd Fisch taking over after Kalen DeBoer left for Alabam, plus Ian shares what he has planned for his show.2024-01-1646 minDave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick Fain1-16 H1: What’s Happening On Montlake w/ Jermaine Kearse & Tony Castricone Drops InSofty and Fain are live from UW football offices as Jed Fisch will have his presser alongside Troy Dannen. Former Husky, and Seattle Seahawk Jermaine Kearse stops by the show to share his reaction and thoughts on Kalen DeBoer leaving the Huskies and taking the job at Alabama. Kearse also gives his insight on the Seahawks moving on from Pete Carroll. The voice of Huskies football, Tony Castricone joins the show and gives his thoughts on the hiring of Jed Fisch.2024-01-1636 minSofty & Dick InterviewsReaction To Presser w/ Tony CastriconeTony Castricone, voice of Husky football re-joins the show and shares his thoughts on what he made of Jedd Fisch's press conference as he's the new head coach at Montalk for their football program, how is Jedd different today, and much more.2024-01-1610 minSofty & Dick InterviewsTony Castricone Stops InThe voice of Huskies football, Tony Castricone drops by the show and talks about the hiring of Jed Fisch, is the UW Football program in better shape today than it was two years ago when Kalen DeBoer joined, plus much more.2024-01-1610 minDave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick FainSofty & Dick 1-9 Hour 1: UW Reaction, Kalen DeBoer, Tony CastriconeIn the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Dawgs falling to Michigan in the National Championship last night, hear from Head Coach Kalen DeBoer after the loss with Tony Castricone, then discuss the game and season with Tony, voice of UW.2024-01-0945 minSofty & Dick InterviewsTony Castricone on UW Falling to Michigan in National ChampionshipTony Castricone, play-by-play voice of the Washington Huskies, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Dawgs falling to Michigan in the National Championship, Michael Penix’s day, Dillon Johnson’s health, the comeback that never came, and more.2024-01-0912 min
MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon JansenIn the Trenches 412 - Washington Broadcaster Tony CastriconeWith the National Championship Game just two days away, we get a scouting report on the 14-0 Washington Huskies with Tony Castricone, their radio play-by-play voice, on this edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-01-0617 min
Dawg & Duck ShowDawg & Duck Show: The Voice of the Huskies Tony CastriconeDawg & Duck Show: The Voice of the Huskies Tony Castricone
Warren (the Dawg) is joined by Tony Casticone to review the emotional and magical ride of the Huskies 12-0 season and preview this Friday's epic showdown against rival Oregon. Warren and Tony talk about great calls, Michael Penix Heisman hopes, and why Rome is the most deserving WR candidate for the Biletnikoff. 2023-11-2935 min
Chainsaw CrewUW Prep Part 2 W/ Tony CastriconeThe boys have on UW PBP man Tony Castricone to finish up prepping for the massive matchup on Saturday between the Beavs and Dawgs.2023-11-1645 min
Locked On Huskies - Daily Podcast on Washington Huskies Football & BasketballWashington's Play-by-Play Broadcaster Tony Castricone Joins The Show!The Washington Huskies have a fantastic play-by-play broadcaster in Tony Castricone. Today, he joins Locked On Huskies hosts Roman Tomashoff and Lars Hanson! Castricone describes what has impressed him most about Kalen DeBoer's Washington team this season, and takes fans through some of his favorite games that he's called over his career with the Huskies. That includes a Rose Bowl, a few impressive basketball upsets, two incredible games against Oregon, and more! Roman and Lars also discuss Washington's upcoming matchup with #18 Utah, and what will be the toughest challenge for the Huskies to remain undefeated and move to 10-0...2023-11-0831 min
4th and Inches, a Washington Huskies PodcastDawg and Duck Show: #Penix4Heisman with Tony CastriconeTony Castricone, the voice of the Huskies joins Warren Mainard (the Dawg) to stump for Michael Penix Jr to win the Heisman. Tony offers his challenge to Husky Nation to help create a grassroots movement to get him to New York. Warren and Mark Schmor (the Duck) break down Washington’s epic win over the Cougs in the Apple Cup and Oregon’s stupefying collapse against the Beavers in the Civil War (Platypus Cup). Mark ranks the Beavers’ greatest wins against the Ducks and Oregon’s most painful losses in program history. Warren introduces a new term to the Pac 12 vernacul...2022-11-301h 23Dawg & Duck Show#PENIX4HEISMAN (with guest Tony Castricone)Tony Castricone, the voice of the Huskies joins Warren Mainard (the Dawg) to stump for Michael Penix Jr to win the Heisman. Tony offers his challenge to Husky Nation to help create a grassroots movement to get him to New York. Warren and Mark Schmor (the Duck) break down Washington’s epic win over the Cougs in the Apple Cup and Oregon’s stupefying collapse against the Beavers in the Civil War (Platypus Cup). Mark ranks the Beavers’ greatest wins against the Ducks and Oregon’s most painful losses in program history. Warren introduces a new term to the Pac 12 ve...2022-11-301h 234th and Inches, a Washington Huskies PodcastTony Castricone on the State of the ProgramVoice of the Huskies, Tony Castricone, joins the podcast to talk about the state of the program in the bye week. Castricone talks about what makes Kalen DeBoer a winner and where the program is at this point in year one.2022-10-3127 min
Seattle ON TapTony Castricone: UW Football & Basketball Play-by-Play Announcer (42)Only one of the brothers today, as @GeorgeONTap (Twitter) has some internet issues... but @SamiONTap (Twitter) was join today by Tony Castricone, who is the play-by-play announcer for Washington Huskies football and men's basketball, host of coaches shows and the GoHuskies Podcast and Director of Broadcasting.
We talked about his life, growing up in Ohio and how he ended in Seattle and part of University of Washington. He was even a Seattle Mariners fan growing up in Ohio! Some of his favorite UW memories were also brought up, especially the time he got to do play-by-play for t...2022-06-2440 min
The BluebloodsPAC-12 in 31 Days: Tony Castricone (Washington)On this episode of The Bluebloods, we continue our "PAC-12 in 31 Days" theme with the Washington Huskies. We are joined by the Voice of the Washington Huskies and Host of the Tony Castricone Podcast; Tony Castricone. We breakdown the 2020 season, why Jimmy Lake was the guy to replace Chris Peterson, 2021 QB Battle, perception of the PAC-12, and preview the future of Washington Football. All this and more right here on The Bluebloods!
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The HonksHusky Spring Saturday w/ Tony Castricone & Elise Woodward 4-24-21Tony Castricone is joined by Elise Woodward live from Husky Stadium where they are watching spring practice and breaking down Dawgs!2021-04-2444 minThe HonksHusky Spring Saturday with Tony Castricone, Dick Baird, and Dave "Softy" Mahler 4-17-2021Tony Castricone is joined by Dick Baird and Dave "Softy" Mahler live from Husky Stadium where they are watching spring practice and breaking down what they see for the 2021 Dawgs!2021-04-1744 min