2 MAY 2024 · This week on Episode 97 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin break down the recent news of the departure of Phil Simms and Boomer Esiason from CBS' NFL Today.  Matt Ryan moves on to the NFL Today desk, while Jason Kelce joins ESPN's Monday Night Countdown.  Nick Saban and Bill Belichick at ESPN are discussed further, along with thoughts on the futures of studio shows.  The NBA and NHL Playoffs, the MLB and more tributes to Howie Schwab round out the episode.   A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including: *** NFL Today Shakeup  *** Phil Simms out after 26 years at CBS *** Boomer Esiason out after 22 years on NFL Today *** Matt Ryan moves from booth to studio *** Jason Kelce sweepstakes *** Kelce joining Monday Night Countdown *** Nick Saban on ESPN's Draft coverage *** Bill Belichick a fit for McAfee and ManningCast  *** Local NBA television announcers in First Round  *** Local NHL tv and radio announcers  *** Kentucky Derby Preview  *** Larry Collmus, race caller *** MLB on Apple TV+ *** More Tributes for Howie Schwab  Heart it all on the latest "Announcer Schedules Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe to for more to the Last Word on Sports podcast feed on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!

1 MAY 2024 · It's horse racing's most prestigious weekend as the Kentucky Derby runs in for the 150th time in Louisville, KY. We'll discuss that, the aftermath of the NFL Draft and it's coverage and more on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media" podcast. Host T.J. Rives returns to talk these subjects with Mark Ennis arguably the most prominent media member in Louisville from the ESPN radiio station there. Ennis gives great insight into how big the Derby has become, the controversy that still lingers over famed trainer Bob Baffert including him trying to sue his way into having horses in the field and more. And, T.J. discusses the 2022 NFL Draft from Detroit and the massive coverage and attention of it with Jonathan Grella, former V.P. of Communications of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the LIV Golf Series. Jonathan has unique insight and stories from within the war rooms of the Buccaneers and what's reality and a myth about what happens in there on draft night. Plus, he and T.J. disucss legendary New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick debuting on ESPN's draft coverage and being paired with the "wildcard host" Pat McAfee's show.  Jonathan also weighs in on the CBS "NFL Today" show making changes to go newer and younger with it's personalities and what does that signify? It's all discussed on the latest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.

26 APR 2024 · This week on Episode 96 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin discuss the coverage of the NFL Draft as Bill Belichick and Nick Saban both arrive on the broadcasting scene.  A tribute to the late Howie Schwab, NBA and NHL Playoffs talk, plus the latest from the MLB.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including: *** Bill Belichick on Pat McAfee Show *** Nick Saban on ABC's Draft Coverage  *** NFL Network's Draft Coverage *** Announcer assignments across the NFL Draft dial *** Rest in Peace Howie Schwab *** A look back at the game show "Stump the Schwab "*** JJ Redick's Future  *** NBA Playoffs Review *** Upcoming NBA and NHL assignments  *** Rest in Peace Bob Cole of Hockey Night in Canada *** John Sterling Celebration at Yankee Stadium  *** Upcoming MLB schedule  Hear it all on the "Announcer Schedules Pocast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!

24 APR 2024 · It's a week where the NBA Playoffs, Stanley Cup Playoffs and NFL Draft all converge and we're ready to discuss that and more on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast." Host T.J. Rives returns to give his thoughts on those subjects and more. That starts with him paying tribute to NY Yankees legendary radio voice John Sterling, who retired abprutly at the beginning of the season after broadcasting over 5,000 games on radio and all of the Yankees magical moments over the past 4 decades.  He also talks the passing of an unsung ESPN key employee when it came to research in Howie Schwab. Schwab was known for establishing ESPN's stats and information department over 30 years ago and helped launch the now montrous ESPN.com in the mid-90s. Then, Jay Betsill of DFWSportsOnline.com and a media veteran of Dallas-Ft.Worth Sports joins T.J. to give some takes on the Mavericks, Stars and more vying for attention against the vaunted Dallas Cowboys this week. This is because the NFL and specifically, the Cowboys, will consume things with this week's 2024 NFL Draft. How much is Jerry Jones under fire, if at all? And, does the DFW media "tell it like it is" anymore on the Cowboys or not? T.J. then wraps with talk and cable ratings proof that the NBA being much more popular than College Basketball and March Madness just isn't true. It's all on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast." And, make sure to follow/subscribe on this feed on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!!

19 APR 2024 · This week on Episode 95 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin reflect on the careers of retiring voices Verne Lundquist and John Sterling, while also previewing the upcoming NBA Playoffs, Stanley Cup Playoffs and NFL Draft.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including: *** Verne Lundquist concludes incredible career *** Jim Nantz sends off Verne  *** Verne and Tiger share a moment *** Timeless Verne calls *** NBA Playoffs getting started *** Mike Gorman of Celtics Honored *** Tim Capstraw of Nets radio milestone *** John Sterling retirement news  *** Sterling by the numbers  *** Sterling's signature calls  *** Who will replace Sterling? *** Upcoming  MLB schedule *** Bruins voice Jack Edwards retires *** Retirement of NHL voice Jeff Rimer *** Stanley Cup Playoffs preview *** NBA Playoffs coming soon  *** NFL Draft to include Nick Saban debut  Hear it all on the "Announcer Schedules Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe to this Last Word on Sports Media Podcast feed for more great content on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.!

17 APR 2024 · We have a wide variety of topics from the most recent playing of 'The Masters" golf televised this weekendby CBS, the sudden retirement of legendary Yankees annoucner John Sterling and some interesting twists and turns on the O.J. Simpson "Bronco Chase" 30 years ago. And, it's all on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast," as host T.J. Rives is back guests are ready to discuss. T.J. is joined by Alex Myers, Sr. Writer of GolfDigest.com, who covered the Masters first hand as Scottie Scheffler won his second "Green Jacket" title in three years. They disucuss his accomplishments and the beatuy and intrigue of the course, the massive media accomodations and more. Plus, there's discussion on the ongoing dispute with the PGA Tour and LIV Golf and whether it will all eventually get resolved soon or not? Then, it's George Ofman of the "Tell me a story I don't know" podcast series from this feed and his new book from the same name. George has the latest on the Chicago sports scene, plus, we bring back his story from Bob Costas, whom O.J. Simpson was trying to call from the car during the amazing low speed chase in June 1994. George has great insight on that and all else in Chcago sports, including will the Bulls ever, ever, be championship relevant again, post- Michael Jordan? It's all part of the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast and make sure to follow/subscrbie to us on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc!

11 APR 2024 · This week on Episode 94 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin react to the breaking news of the death of O.J. Simpson and look back at Simpson's career as a broadcaster.  A look back at the recently completed Women's and Men's Final Fours and a look ahead to the Masters on CBS and ESPN.  Also, the latest from across MLB, NBA, and the NHL.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including: *** Reaction to passing of O.J. Simpson  *** O.J. Simpson as a Broadcaster  *** O.J. Chase and NBA Finals recall *** Women's Final Four ratings *** Ruocco, Lobo and Rowe on ABC for women's final *** Westwood One coverage of Women's FInal Four *** Eagle, Raftery, Hill and Wolfson draw rave reviews *** Kugler, Kellogg, Jackson and Katz on Westwood One *** CBS and ESPN coverage of the Masters  *** Jim Nantz in his 39th year at the Masters *** Verne Lundquist retiring from broadcasting   *** 50th Anniversary of Hank Aaron's 715th home run *** John Sadak calls inside-the-park HR *** Upcoming MLB assignments *** Mike Gorman wraps up 43-year run with Celtics *** NBA Playoffs coming soon  *** NBA G-League coverage on ESPN platforms  *** Upcoming NHL coverage Hear it all on the newest "Announcer Schdeules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast feed. Make suret to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!

10 APR 2024 · Off the historic weekend for the Women's NCAA Tourney ratings and a UConn repeat for the men in the Final Four, we're back to discuss that, the Masters golf coming this weekend and more on the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast!"  Host T.J. Rives returns, literally from the AZ desert, where he watched and covered the Connecticut back to back NCAA championship wins in State Farm Stadium to go over it all. And, he's also joined by frequent guest with great "takes" and insight, Tyler Jones of Chat Sports and his "Jones Report Podcast." There's discussion on record breaking scorer Caitlin Clark of Iowa leading the surging ratings for the women's games, but credit to South Carolina for an unbeaten season in beating Clark's Hawkeyes for the title and a record 19 million viewers on average for ABC. What does it all mean for future women's ratings for their tourneys and will it translate for Clark going pro to the WNBA? More on coach Danny Hurley's Huskies and their repeat, Ian Eagle calling it on CBS for the Final Four for the first time and also, what happened when Tyler and T.J. were trying to have dinner Sunday night, as Kentucky coach John Calipari decided to bolt for Arkansas? The guys talk some more about Tiger Woods, the Masters and how great the month of April is for sports viewing for everything from the college hoops, to NBA and Stanley Cup palyoffs, NFL draft and .... Wrestlemania?! Yes. Hear it all on the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!

4 APR 2024 · This week on Episode 93 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin break down the Final Four announcer pairings for both men's and women's basketball, while looking back on the biggest highlights from the Sweet 16 and Elite 8.  The explosive women's basketball ratings are discussed along with a look into whether the WBB champ game can outdraw the men's.  Bob Uecker's return to Brewers radio along with all the latest from across MLB, NBA, NHL and college baseball are covered as well.  Finally, reaction to the report of layoffs at the NFL Network.A multitude of announcers from past and present are mentioned throughout the show with an array of topics discussed including: *** Sweet 16/Elite 8 Highlights *** Alabama's Chris Stewart to Final Fou r*** Andrew Catalon sends Purdue to Final Four *** Ian Eagle calls of DJ Burns *** The year-one success of Eagle, Raftery, Hill and Wolfson *** Blockbuster WBB ratings *** ESPN/ABC's plans for Women's Final Four *** Debbie Antonelli's busy March into April   *** NIT Championship on ESPN *** Bob Uecker back for year 54 with Brewers *** Kevin Brown calls a walkoff for Orioles  *** Yankees-DBacks 2001 memory lane *** Upcoming MLB assignments *** Big weekend of college baseball on ESPN *** NBA and NHL upcoming notables *** NBA G-League coverage on ESPN platforms *** Report: Notable personalities out at NFL Network Hear it all on the newest "Announcer Schedules Podcast" as part of the Last Word on Sports Media Podcast feed. And, make sure to follow/subscribe for all the content on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, Google, etc.!

3 APR 2024 · We have reached the pinnacle of "March Madness" with the Men's and Women's NCAA Tournament Final Fours and that's a huge part of the newest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast!" Host T.J. Rives returns with guests Mark Wise of ESPN's College Hoops, including the SEC Netork and Danielle McCartan of WFAN Radio in New York. They go over the latest with the hoops and even, even some MLB start to the season conversation. First, Mark gives GREAT insight on Purdue making the men's Final Four, as he was an assistant coach on the last Purdue Final Four team in 1980. Now 44 years later, how will Purdue handle it all? Mark talks that, the matchups, including Alabama who he worked this season in the SEC and can they stack up with UConn? Then, Danielle is on the show to discuss the amazing run (and audience) for Caitlin Clark and her Iowa teaming knocking off defending champ LSU Monday night a revenge win from last year's title game. Over 12 million people watched in a record audience and it's elevating all of the women's game. Danielle discusses that, how she coaches and encourages her young ladies in school based on this. They also talk the start of the MLB 2024 season.  Are the Yankees with their 5-0 start "really all that?" What's wrong her market with the Mets? And, does she believe that the Shohei Ohtani gambling story is going to fade away or not? It's all part of the latest "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.!