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Awful Announcing Podcast
Join Brandon Contes as he interviews some of the biggest names and newsmakers in sports media each Thursday on "The Awful Announcing Podcast."
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Episodes
Awful Announcing PodcastBomani Jones on The Right Time, ESPN, Dan Le Batard, Pablo Torre, Pat McAfee, and more
Awful Announcing’s Brandon Contes is joined by Bomani Jones who was highlighted on our third annual Sports Podcast Power List this week. They discuss The Right…
Awful Announcing PodcastPaul Finebaum on Arch Manning, Bill Belichick, Tim Tebow, ESPN, radio callers, and more
Awful Announcing's Brandon Contes is joined ESPN’s Paul Finebaum. They discuss Finebaum’s hot takes on Arch Manning and Bill Belichick. Finebaum also discusses…
Awful Announcing PodcastMike Ryan Ruiz on The Dan Le Batard Show, Stugotz, ESPN, hot takes, Pat McAfee, and more
Awful Announcing's Brandon Contes is joined Mike Ryan Ruiz from The Dan Le Batard Show. They discuss Mike’s start with the show, his current role and future…
Awful Announcing PodcastDan Fouts on Dennis Miller, Al Michaels, Monday Night Football, Justin Herbert, and more
Awful Announcing’s Brandon Contes is joined by Pro Football Hall of Famer Dan Fouts. They discuss the new HBO documentary "Miller Night Football" which depicts…
Awful Announcing PodcastSuzy Kolber on ESPN, her new show, Joe Namath, Arch Manning, Charissa Thompson, and more
Awful Announcing’s Brandon Contes is joined by former ESPN host and reporter Suzy Kolber. They discuss Kolber’s new show with Scripps Sports, her ESPN layoff…
Awful Announcing PodcastEmmanuel Acho on Arch Manning, Speakeasy, Fox, Skip Bayless, Joy Taylor, and more
Awful Announcing's Brandon Contes is joined by former NFL player and current sports media host Emmanuel Acho. They discuss the comeback win by Texas over Ohio…
Awful Announcing PodcastLogan Ryan on joining CBS, Tony Romo, Mike Vrabel, Bill Belichick, Tom Brady, and more
Awful Announcing’s Brandon Contes is joined by two-time Super Bowl champion and current CBS NFL analyst Logan Ryan for a wide-ranging interview. They discuss…
Awful Announcing PodcastHowie Rose on retirement, retirement, the Mets, WFAN, Mike Piazza, ‘Matteau,’ Gary Cohen, and more
Awful Announcing’s Brandon Contes is joined by Howie Rose for a wide-ranging interview. They discuss Rose’s decision to retire as lead radio voice of the New…
Awful Announcing PodcastSal Licata on Underscore Media, WFAN, Brandon Tierney, Mike Francesa, and more
Awful Announcing’s Brandon Contes interviews Sal Licata. They discuss Licata’s new venture Underscore Media, his departure from WFAN, working with Brandon…
Awful Announcing PodcastMichael Kay on broadcaster rankings, John Sterling, Don La Greca, Peter Rosenberg, Mike Francesa and more
Awful Announcing’s Brandon Contes interviews New York Yankees TV voice Michael Kay. They discuss a wide range of topics including Awful Announcing’s MLB…
Awful Announcing PodcastMichael Wilbon on PTI, ESPN, Tony Kornheiser, Stephen A. Smith, Michael Jordan and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN’s Michael Wilbon. They discuss a wide range of topics including The Washington Post, "PTI’s" relationship with ESPN…
Awful Announcing PodcastJemele Hill on ESPN layoffs, Ryan Clark, Stephen A. Smith, Caitlin Clark, and more
Brandon interviews Spolitics host Jemele Hill. They discuss a wide range of topics including ESPN’s latest round of layoffs, the decision to part ways with…
Awful Announcing PodcastLinda Cohn on leaving ESPN, her next venture, Keith Olbermann, John Skipper, and more
Brandon interviews now former ESPN personality Linda Cohn. They discuss a wide range of topics including Cohn being ESPN’s longest-tenured SportsCenter anchor…
Awful Announcing PodcastRich Lerner on his new book, Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, the PGA Tour, and more
Brandon interviews longtime Golf Channel analyst Rich Lerner. They discuss a wide range of topics including Lerner’s new book “Aren’t You That Golf Guy?” The…
Awful Announcing PodcastTim Legler on the NBA Finals, Knicks fans, Mike Breen, referees, Victor Wembanyama, and more
Brandon interviews longtime ESPN NBA analyst Tim Legler. They discuss a wide range of topics including the Knicks breaking their championship drought, Legler…
Awful Announcing PodcastKevin Clancy (KFC) on the Knicks, Dolan, Barstool, youth sports, Dave Portnoy, and more
Brandon interviews Kevin Clancy of Barstool Sports. They discuss a wide range of topics including the New York Knicks breaking their 53-year championship…
Awful Announcing PodcastKevin Clark on the Knicks, The Ringer, Bill Simmons, Stephen A. Smith, and more
Brandon interviews Kevin Clark of ESPN and Omaha Productions. They discuss a wide range of topics including covering the Knicks for The Wall Street Journal…
Awful Announcing PodcastVincent Goodwill on the NBA Finals, Knicks, Wemby, Stephen A. Smith, LeBron James, and more
Brandon Contes interviews ESPN Senior NBA writer Vincent Goodwill. They discuss a wide range of topics including the NBA Finals, New York Knicks, Victor…
Awful Announcing PodcastJackie Redmond on covering the NHL and WWE, Triple H, The Rock, Pat McAfee, and more
Brandon Contes interviews NHL Network, NHL on TNT and WWE reporter Jackie Redmond. They discuss a wide range of topics including Redmond’s wild travel…
Awful Announcing PodcastJonathan Zaslow on 790 The Ticket, Dan Le Batard, Stugotz, Joy Taylor, and more
Brandon Contes interviews longtime Miami sports media member Jonathan Zaslow. They discuss a wide range of topics including Zaslow’s start in radio at 790 The…
Awful Announcing PodcastDoc Emrick on retirement, John Sterling, Charles Barkley, the glowing puck era, and more
Brandon Contes interviews legendary NHL broadcaster Mike “Doc” Emrick. They discuss a wide range of topics including his decision to retire, the Olympics, his…
Awful Announcing PodcastMike Felger on Mike Vrabel, Bill Belichick, The Sports Hub vs. WEEI, and more
Brandon Contes interviews longtime Boston sports media member Mike Felger. They discuss a wide range of topics including Mike Vrabel’s relationship with Dianna…
Awful Announcing PodcastTrey Wingo on the NFL Draft, ESPN, LIV Golf, Tiger Woods, and more
Brandon Contes interviews former ESPN host Trey Wingo. They discuss a wide range of topics including Wingo’s time covering the NFL Draft for ESPN, working with…
Awful Announcing PodcastBrandon Gaudin on BravesVision, Chip Caray, Madden, Sunday Night Baseball, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews Atlanta Braves TV announcer Brandon Gaudin. They discussed a wide range of topics on the podcast including the inaugural season…
Awful Announcing PodcastJohn Jastremski on Bill Simmons, Mike Francesa, Chris 'Mad Dog' Russo, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews former WFAN and The Ringer host and current host of the "New York, New York" podcast, John Jastremski. Brandon and John discuss…
Awful Announcing PodcastBill Raftery on March Madness, onions, not slowing down, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews college basketball broadcasting legend Bill Raftery. Brandon and Bill discuss a wide range of topics including working March…
Awful Announcing PodcastKeith McPherson on leaving WFAN, Aaron Judge's WBC comments, Jon Heyman, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews part-time WFAN evening host and content creator, Keith McPherson. Brandon and Keith discuss a wide range of topics including…
Awful Announcing PodcastSpero Dedes on March Madness, Kobe Bryant, leaving Lakers and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews NFL on CBS and NCAA March Madness broadcaster, Spero Dedes. Brandon and Spero discuss a wide range of topics including preparing…
Awful Announcing PodcastKenny Mayne on Augusta 'ban,' NFL tryout, hosting 'SportsCenter,' and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews former "SportsCenter" anchor and co-host of the "We Need a Fourth" podcast, Kenny Mayne. Brandon and Kenny discuss a wide range…
Awful Announcing PodcastEthan Strauss on NBA All-Star Game, tanking, Kevin Durant, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews former Warriors beat writer and House of Strauss founder Ethan Strauss. Brandon and Ethan discuss a wide range of topics…
Awful Announcing PodcastAlex Weaver on state of NASCAR, Daytona 500, Michael Jordan, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews Fox Sports NASCAR reporter Alex Weaver. Brandon and Alex discuss a wide range of topics including this year's Daytona 500…
Awful Announcing PodcastKaylee Hartung on Super Bowl LX, Winter Olympics, sideline reporting, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews Prime Video and NBC NFL sideline reporter and "Today" correspondent Kaylee Hartung. Kaylee is working the Super Bowl and the…
Awful Announcing PodcastElle Duncan on "Skyscraper Live" criticism, leaving ESPN, Caitlin Clark, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews Netflix sports anchor and host Elle Duncan. Brandon and Elle discuss a wide range of topics including hosting "Skyscraper Live"…
Awful Announcing PodcastT-Bob Hebert on Indiana's title win, Lane Kiffin, Barstool Sports, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews "Wake Up Barstool" co-host T-Bob Hebert Brandon and T-Bob discuss a wide range of topics including Indiana's rise to power…
Awful Announcing PodcastCraig Carton on his new WFAN show, end of 'Breakfast Ball,' Bill Belichick, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews Craig Carton, host of "The Craig Carton Show" podcast as well as the new WFAN afternoon drive show, "The Carton Show with Chris…
Awful Announcing PodcastBrandon Tierney on Craig Carton, Stephen A. Smith, screaming at Mike Francesa, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews Brandon Tierney, who hosts a new show on his YouTube page called "BT Unleashed." The two Brandon's discuss a wide range of…
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Best of 2025 featuring Tony Reali, Mike Greenberg, Verne Lundquist, and more
It's a special episode of the Awful Announcing Podcast. We had some great discussions with many incredible people in sports media over the past year and we put…
Awful Announcing PodcastBob Pockrass on NASCAR lawsuit, Michael Jordan, playoffs, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews Fox NASCAR insider Bob Pockrass. Brandon and Bob discuss a wide range of topics including all the happenings in the 23XI…
Awful Announcing PodcastAdam Amin on Drew Brees, Philip Rivers, Chicago Bulls, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews NFL/MLB on Fox announcer and Chicago Bulls voice Adam Amin. Brandon and Adam discuss a wide range of topics including being Drew…
Awful Announcing PodcastCole Cubelic on Lane Kiffin, SEC football, Paul Finebaum, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN SEC football analyst and co-host of “McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning” Cole Cubelic. Brandon and Cole discuss a wide range…
Awful Announcing PodcastSteve Gelbs on Aaron Glenn, Mets broadcast booth, MLB free agency, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews New York Mets field reporter/play-by-play broadcaster Steve Gelbs. Brandon and Steve discuss a wide range of topics including…
Awful Announcing PodcastJoe Davis on World Series, Shohei Ohtani, Donald Trump in broadcast booth, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews Fox NFL and MLB broadcaster Joe Davis. Brandon and Joe review one of the best World Series ever, discussing Joe's favorite calls…
Awful Announcing PodcastJordan Schultz on NFL trade deadline, Draymond Green, Pablo Torre, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews NFL insider, host of "The Schultz Report," and co-host of "Why Is Draymond Green Talking About Football?", Jordan Schultz…
Awful Announcing PodcastMichael Grady on Alex Rodriguez, Anthony Edwards, working for Prime and NBC, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews Voice of the Minnesota Timberwolves and NBA/WNBA play-by-play for Prime Video and NBC Michael Grady. Brandon and Michael discuss…
Awful Announcing PodcastEric Collins on joining Prime Video, Vin Scully, calling Hornets games, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews Voice of the Charlotte Hornets Eric Collins. Brandon and Eric discuss a wide range of topics including his NFL broadcasting…
Awful Announcing PodcastRich Podolsky shares incredible John Madden stories from his new book
Host Brandon Contes interviews author Rich Podolsky, whose new book "Madden & Summerall--How They Revolutionized NFL Broadcasting" is out wherever you purchase…
Awful Announcing PodcastChase Daniel on Arch Manning, Jaxson Dart, calling football games, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN football analyst and co-host of the "Scoop City" podcast, Chase Daniel. Brandon and Chase discuss a wide range of topics…
Awful Announcing PodcastBryan Curtis on Jimmy Kimmel, Bill Simmons, Molly Qerim, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews editor-at-large at The Ringer and co-host for "The Press Box" podcast, Bryan Curtis. Brandon and Bryan discuss a wide range of…
Awful Announcing PodcastEvan Cohen on Molly Qerim, Stephen A. Smith, Howard Stern, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews co-host for ESPN's "Unsportsmanlike" Evan Cohen. Brandon and Evan discuss a wide range of topics including him working on…
Awful Announcing PodcastKyle Long on his dad Howie, playing baseball, Travis Kelce, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews former NFL player and analyst on "The NFL Today +" Kyle Long. Brandon and Kyle discuss a wide range of topics including growing…
Awful Announcing PodcastRich Eisen on NFL-ESPN deal, hosting 'SportsCenter,' honoring Stuart Scott, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews host of "The Rich Eisen Show" and NFL Network Rich Eisen. Brandon and Rich discuss a wide range of topics including ESPN buying…
Awful Announcing PodcastBill Connelly on Bill Belichick, NIL, pro/rel in college football, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN college football staff writer Bill Connelly. Brandon and Bill discuss a wide range of topics including Bill Belichick at…
Awful Announcing PodcastDamon Amendolara on Chris Russo, Mo Gaba, John Fisher, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews Damon Amendolara, host of "The D.A. Show With Babchik." Brandon and Damon discuss a wide range of topics including working for…
Awful Announcing PodcastVerne Lundquist on 'Happy Gilmore 2,' legendary calls, the Masters, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews broadcasting legend Verne Lundquist. Brandon and Verne discuss a wide range of topics including Verne's time on the "Happy…
Awful Announcing PodcastDan Orlovsky on re-signing with ESPN, being on TV, wild food takes, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky. Brandon and Dan discuss a wide range of topics including staying at ESPN and whether or not he…
Awful Announcing PodcastHoward Megdal on his Caitlin Clark book, Clark's popularity, WNBA growth, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews founder of The IX newsletter, The Next, and author of "Becoming Caitlin Clark," Howard Megdal. With the WNBA All-Star Game…
Awful Announcing PodcastDave Sims on being voice of the Yankees, torpedo bats, Boomer Esiason, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews Yankees radio play-by-play broadcaster Dave Sims. Brandon and Dave discuss a wide range of topics including replacing John…
Awful Announcing PodcastTim Legler on NBA coverage, Damian Lillard, LeBron James, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN NBA analyst and host of "The ALL NBA Podcast" Tim Legler. Brandon and Tim discuss a wide range of topics including how…
Awful Announcing PodcastJay Bilas on Cooper Flagg, NIL, NBA Draft, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN college basketball and NBA analyst Jay Bilas. Brandon and Jay discuss a wide range of topics including Cooper Flagg going…
Awful Announcing PodcastNoah Eagle on Ian Eagle, 'NBA on NBC,' Michael Jordan, and more
Host Brandon Contes interviews "NBA on NBC" and "Big Ten Saturday Night" voice Noah Eagle. Brandon and Noah discuss a wide range of topics including how dad…