SI Media With Jimmy Traina

Episode 611 of “SI Media With Jimmy Traina” is a Mailbag edition of the podcast. The show starts with Jimmy and Sal Licata from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show” discussing the Knicks’ playoff run, potential NBA Finals matchups and the betting odds for the NBA Finals. Next up is a conversation about Netflix’s new Martin Short documentary and the passing of Rob Base. After that, Jimmy reads and answers questions from listeners. Among the topics people asked about: Can the NYPD handle the MSG crowd if the Knicks win the NBA title; Which broadcast booth would we like to hear call one more game; What question do people want the media to ask Mike Vrabel; best and worst streaming services; Danhausen; book and tv show recommendations; movies that get multiple viewings; encores at concerts and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2026

Episode 610 of ‘SI Media With Jimmy Traina’ features an interview with ‘Inside the NBA’s’ Charles Barkley. Barkley defends ‘Inside the NBA’s’ first season on ESPN, calls out the NBA for its playoff scheduling, reacts to his recent dust-up with Draymond Green, and expresses his excitement for ‘Inside the NBA’ to work the NBA Finals for the first time ever. In addition, Barkley weighs in on ESPN’s Shams Charania spoiling the MVP announcement, LeBron James’s future, the NCAA expanding to a field of 76 teams, patching things up with Michael Jordan, why he loves Sean McDonough, his plans for the offseason, and much more.” Following Barkley, Sal Licata, from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show,” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week’s topics include the NBA playoffs, NFL schedule thoughts, the podcast’s opening jingle, Sal getting ratio’d on Twitter, Jimmy’s experience buying concert tickets, Auntie Anne’s prices and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2026

Episode 609 of “SI Media With Jimmy Traina” features an interview with NFL Vice President of Broadcast Planning, Mike North. North discusses all things 2026 NFL schedule. Topics include whether Sunday afternoons are getting hurt by adding so many standalone games, when the schedule actually gets finalized and when teams get the schedule, how flex scheduling will work for the 2026 season and why the NFL added a game on Thanksgiving Eve. In addition, North talks about going with the Chiefs in primetime for the first two weeks of the season, why the league decided to have the Patriots play the Seahawks in the season opener, Prime Video getting such a strong schedule, the possibility of an 18-game season and much more. Following North, Sal Licata, from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show,” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week’s topics include Sal’s review of the Michael Jackson movie, Netflix’s “Roast of Kevin Hart,” the Knicks incredible playoff run, the devaluing of NFL Sunday Ticket, Bill Simmons’ interview with David Letterman, Stephen Colbert’s final days as host of the Late Show and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2026

Episode 608 of “SI Media With Jimmy Traina” features segments with Richard Deitsch of “Sports Business Journal” and Mike Vaccaro of the “New York Post.” The podcast kicks off with Jimmy and Deitsch discussing the latest sports media news. Topics include ratings for the NFL draft, NBA playoffs and Kentucky Derby, the status of “Inside the NBA,” CBS having interest in Russell Wilson, whether ESPN should have interest in Steve Kerr, the future of Dianna Russini and much more. Following Deitsch, Vaccaro joins the podcast to discuss the legendary career of John Sterling. The columnist details his relationship with Sterling while explaining what made Sterling unique and analyzing Sterling’s massive popularity among Yankees fans. Following Vaccaro, Sal Licata, from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show,” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week’s topics include Jimmy’s review of Netflix’s Hulk Hogan documentary, the Kentucky Derby, the Knicks’ playoff run, Sal’s issue with Mother’s Day, Ben Stiller choosing the Met Gala over the Sixers-Knicks playoff game and more. Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code: SPORTSILLUSTRATED Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2026

Episode 607 of “SI Media With Jimmy Traina” features a conversation with “Good Morning Football’s” Kyle Brandt. Brandt talks about working again with Peter Schrager at the NFL draft, what it’s been like since ESPN took over NFL Network, and fooling people into thinking he had a fight with WWE superstar Seth Rollins on set. In addition, Brandt talks about why he’s in favor of studio shows being on-site, whether he’d like to branch out into covering other sports, why it was so cool to work with Mel Kiper Jr., recently putting on a concert with his childhood friends, and his favorite “Curb Your Enthusiasm” moments. Following Brandt, Sal Licata from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week’s topics include Netflix’s Hulk Hogan documentary, Dianna Russini’s alleged playlist for Mike Vrabel, a shady practice by the Mets regarding tickets, a bagel store disaster, a Costco disaster, and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2026

Episode 606 of “SI Media With Jimmy Traina” features an interview with The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis about the latest sports media news. Curtis talks about the latest developments in the Dianna Russini–Mike Vrabel story, Prime Video’s “technical difficulties” vs. NBC’s scorebug mistake during early first-round NBA playoff games, and ESPN’s massive promotion of WWE. In addition, Curtis weighs in on whether reporters should tip NFL draft picks and the decline of the NFL draft as a major television event. Following Curtis, Sal Licata from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week’s topics include World Cup train tickets going from $12.50 to $150, the difficulties of logging into streaming services, WrestleMania 42, the New York Mets’ pathetic play, and the NBA playoffs. In addition, Jimmy reads some listener emails. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2026

Episode 605 of “SI Media With Jimmy Traina” features a conversation with ESPN NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Charania talks about getting his career started at such a young age, getting hired by Adrian Wojnerowski at 21 and how he feels about the day-to-day grind of being an insider and breaking the Anthony Davis-Luka Doncic trade Charania also weighs in on the recent narratives about how insiders do their job. In addition, Charania weighs in on Doc Rivers taking a shot at him, his reporting on the Bucks and what’s going on with Giannis. Charania also shares insight on the NBA’s plan to fix tanking, LeBron James’ future and the league’s gambling scandals. Following Charania, Sal Licata, from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show,” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week’s topics include Dianna Russini’s resignation from The Athletic,the putrid starts by the Mets and Yankees, Netflix’s upcoming Hulk Hogan documentary, Jimmy causing a problem for his dad and the “DTF St. Louis” season finale. Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code: SPORTSILLUSTRATED Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2026

Episode 604 of “SI Media With Jimmy Traina” features a conversation with WWE Undisputed Champion, Cody Rhodes. Rhodes talks about his upcoming WrestleMania 42 match against Randy Orton and all of the controversy surrounding it thanks to the insertion of Pat McAfee by TKO into the storyline. Rhodes expresses his shock that McAfee made the WrestleMania billboard while also discussing whether the negative reaction to the storyline could end up being good for business. Rhodes also talks about his love-hate relationship with hosting a podcast, possibly getting into politics once he retires from wrestling, what it’s like to scroll through Instagram Reels and see videos of himself and his father, Dusty Rhodes, what old-school wrestling thing he’d like to see come back today, how he goes into shutdown mode during WrestleMania week, his daily coffee intake (which is shocking), how much his suits cost, warming up to a heel turn and much more. Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code: SPORTSILLUSTRATED Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2026

Episode 603 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with SiriusXM and “New York Post” host, Adam Schein. Schein talks about balancing his daily schedule of doing radio from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and then a live YouTube Show for the Post from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. In addition, Schein shares insight into his new role as CBS’ studio anchor for NFL highlights and how that job works. Other topics discussed with Shein include his daily coffee intake, Tiger Woods, whether the NBA playoffs will be Victor Wembanyama’s coming out party, why the Lakers’ injuries are so devastating, the start time of the NCAA Women’s Tournament and much more. Following Schein, Sal Licata, from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show,” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week’s topics include everyone’s obsession with ballpark food, the Dodgers screwing an 81-year-old, 50-year season-ticket holder, the Masters, a college football coach’s unusual recruiting tactic and more. In addition, Jimmy reads listener email. Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/SIMEDIA or use code SIMEDIA at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2026

Episode 602 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with The Athletic’s sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand about all of the latest sports media news. Topics discussed include: Netflix’s awful broadcast of the Yankees-Giants game on Opening Night; what Netflix gets out of a deal with Major League Baseball; NBC’s return to airing MLB games; Ian Eagle, Bill Raftery and Grant Hill’s work on the Men’s NCAA Tournament; CBS and Turner’s very deep and impressive roster off college basketball announcers; Issues with the CBS/Turner Tournament studio show; the NFL trying to feature as many standalone games as possible and much more. Following Marchand, Sal Licata, from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show,” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week’s, Sal gives a report on what it was like to experience the ABS Challenge System in person at a recent Mets game. Jimmy breaks down his issues with a new commercial starring Larry David and talks about becoming obsessed with HBO’s new show, “DTF St. Louis.” Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/SIMEDIA or use code SIMEDIA at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2026

Episode 601 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the new voice of Major League Baseball on NBC, Jason Benetti. Benetti talks about a highly unusual entry on his Wikipedia page, getting a last-minute call to fill in for Brian Anderson on the NCAA Tournament last week and his extremely busy schedule these days. In addition, Benetti talks about what he hopes Sunday Night Baseball on NBC will be, his philosophy on using analytics in a telecast, working with rotating analysts every week and much more. Following Benetti, Sal Licata, from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show,” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week’s segment opens with Jimmy interviewing a social media follower about a Larry David/sports bar story. Then, Jimmy and Sal discuss the NCAA Tournament and the start of the MLB season. Sal follows up on his new relationship with Jerry Seinfeld and Jimmy reads the latest Apple reviews. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2026

Episode 600 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Mets broadcasters Gary Cohen, Keith Hernandez and Ron Darling. The SNY trio talk about their popularity, working together for 20 years and their chemistry in the booth. Cohen, Darling and Hernandez also discuss how they feel about getting shut out of calling postseason games when national broadcasts take over, being filmed during big moments for social media clips and having a new director this season. They also share their philosophy on using analytics during a broadcast, being “homers” and criticizing the Mets. Hernandez also reveals how much he makes per year from “Seinfeld” residuals and talks about a recent chance encounter with Jerry Seinfeld in an elevator. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2026

Episode 599 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with NBC college basketball broadcaster, John Fanta. Fanta talks about wanting to be a versatile broadcaster who does it all, why he left Fox for NBC, using social media to help build his career, hearing from big names in sports media about his work, the difference between calling a college basketball game and NBA game and his work on NBC’s college football coverage. In addition, Fanta talks about this year’s NCAA Tournament, breaks down certain aspects of the bracket, reveals what he’d change about the Tournament, explains how he’ll watch the Tournament and shares his rules for entering bracket pools. Fanta, who recently went viral for his preview of the St. Johns-UConn Big East Final, also reveals that he didn’t script the piece and it was all off the top of his head. He also shares some truly amazing Bill Raftery stories. Following Fanta, Sal Licata from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show,” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week, Sal talks about his new relationship with none other than Jerry Seinfeld. Sal also shares a horrible travel experience while Jimmy rants about the best steakhouse in New York, Peter Luger’s. Sponsored by:Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code: SPORTSILLUSTRATED Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2026

Episode 598 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with Richard Deitsch from “Sports Business Journal” and CBC on all the latest sports media news. Among the topics discussed: NBC naming Jason Benetti as its play-by-play voice for “Sunday Night Baseball” while passing on hiring a full-time lead analyst in order to use local broadcasters each week; CBS’s decision to use Nate Burleson as a studio host for the NCAA Tournament; Why Pat McAfee’s value to ESPN continues to increase; What will Fox do for a No. 2 college football play-by-play caller with Benetti gone; Charles Barkley and Dick Vitale calling a First Four game together; the WBC and much more. Following Deitsch, Sal Licata from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show,” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week, the fellas talk about the NFL free agency, the NBA’s decision to cancel “Magic City Night” in Atlanta, the WBC, the Oscars and the absurd price of concert tickets. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2026

Episode 597 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with CNBC media and sports reporter, Alex Sherman. Sherman talks about the big deal with Paramount buying Warner Brothers Discovery and how that will affect sports fans. Will TNT events air on CBS? Will this cause streaming prices to increase? Will this affect CBS Sports Network? Sherman also talks about the NFL's impending major impact on all other sports regarding rights deals, the FCC looking into sports and streaming, the rise of Kalshi and Polymarket and much more. Following Sherman, Sal Licata from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show,” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts” segment. This week’s topics include Sal’s non-vacation vacation, the WBC, the Yankees retiring C.C. Sabathia’s number, a ridiculous take from Bruce Pearl and more. In addition, Jimmy reads some reader emails and Apple reviews. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2026

Episode 596 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with Puck sports media reporter, John Ourand. Ourand explains what’s going on with the NFL television rights deals, which will take place later this year. Is there any chance CBS or Fox could lose their Sunday packages? How much more of the pie will streaming services get? Will the NFL diminish Sunday Ticket? Are we doing to see more playoff games on streaming platforms? In addition, Ourand shares thoughts on what ESPN will do with the NFL Network, which they recently purchased, the NBA’s new deal with Amazon and where things with Fox keeping the World Series and much more. Following Ourand, Peter Schrager from ESPN fills in for Sal Licata and joins Jimmy for the weekly “Traina Thoughts segment. Topics covered with Schrager is the non-stop NFL schedule, his best celebrity interaction during Super Bowl week, dealing with the big blizzard that hit the the East Coast, a couple of Larry David-esque moments, his iced coffee addiction, television recommendations and more. Sponsored by: Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code: SPORTSILLUSTRATED Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2026

Episode 595 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with the owner and editor of Awful Announcing, Ben Koo. Koo talks about his day-to-day responsibilities, his philosophy on what the site should post and how he feels about amplifying disingenuous people in sports media. In addition, Koo discusses the relationship Awful Announcing has with the networks that air sports, whether he feels Awful Announcing is respected in sports media, whether he regrets anything the site he posted, the most popular post the site has put out, the most upset a story has made a network and much more. Following Koo, Sal Licata from SNY TV and “The Sal Licata Show” joins Jimmy for their weekly “Traina Thoughts segment. Topics covered in this episode include issues with trying to purchase MLB.tv thorugh ESPN, the run of celebrity deaths, an iPhone problem Jimmy is having, Sal’s wild use of “legend” to describe a WWE announcer and more. Sponsored by: Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/simedia) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2026

Episode 594 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is an all-Traina Thoughts post-Super Bowl episode with Sal Licata from SNY and “The Sal Licata Show.” Topics discussed include Seattle’s win over New England, Bad Bunny’s halftime show, Super Bowl betting, a horrific “bad beat” for Jimmy that ended up getting mentioned on “SportsCenter” and DraftKings parlays being a total disaster on Super Bowl Sunday. Non-Super Bowl topics covered include good news for YouTubeTV subscribers, the rise of prediction market platforms and how Mark Wahlberg caused controversy for them last weekend, the Olympics, pricing at sporting events, an apology from Jimmy after a listener complaint, Jimmy getting a win after appearing on Richard Deitsch’s podcast, a “Scrubs” reboot and more. Sponsored by: Rocket Money (rocketmoney.com/simedia) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2026

Episode 593 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with NBC Sports’ host, Maria Taylor. Taylor, who will host the network’s five-hour Super Bowl pregame show, discusses her prep for the event, why Super Bowl Sunday is in some ways an easier gig than a regular NFL Sunday, whether she has thought about how many people will be watching the pregame show and the physical and mental nature of doing a five-hour show. Taylor also talks about her role as the Lombardi Trophy presenter for the first time in her career. Other topics discussed with Taylor include what it was like to work with Brent Musburger and Lee Corso, her exit from ESPN, the Sunday Night Football drawing attention for TikTok dances and much more. Following Taylor, SNY's Sal Licata joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they discuss the Super Bowl, the Grammy Awards, another food incident for Jimmy, Will Arnett throwing out one hell of a teaser, the end of the “Washington Post” sports department and more. Sponsored by:Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code: SPORTSILLUSTRATEDSurfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/SIMEDIA or use code SIMEDIA at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 5 February 2026

Episode 592 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation about all the latest sports media news with The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis Topics discussed include: Mike Tirico calling his first Super Bowl for NBC; Ratings for the AFC and NFL Championship games; Tony Romo backlash; Tom Brady’s improvement as an analyst; the problem with NFL rules analysts; college football’s strong ratings despite being a mess off the field; ESPN’s promotion for next year’s Super Bowl; the state of podcasts; The “Washington Post” reportedly shutting down its sports section; Radio Row and more. Following Curtis, SNY's Sal Licata joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they discuss fallout from the massive snow storm, whether NFL playoff games should be played at a neutral site, blunders by Sean Payton and Sean McVay, Bill Belichick getting snubbed by the Hall of Fame, the Super Bowl and show recommendations. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2026

Episode 591 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt. Van Pelt talks about whether he will be moving into ESPN’s 5 p.m. slot that used to be occupied by “Around the Horn,” the pros and cons of that time slot and how close his former partner, Ryen Russillo, came to returning to ESPN and joining him for a new show. In addition, Van Pelt talks about the controversy involving Jacksonville reporter, Lynn Jones, complementing Liam Coen during a press conference, going through a health scare years ago, his addiction to Diet Coke, his favorite Bad Beat of 2025, Super Bowl betting and much more. Following Van Pelt, SNY's Sal Licata joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they discuss dealing with the cold weather, reactions to recent podcast interviews with Mike Tirico and Laura Rutledge, the problem with NFL television rules analysts, the NFL conference championship games and Sal’s new show. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 22 January 2026

Episode 590 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with NBC’s Mike Tirico. Tirico discusses what it’s like to call a dud playoff game (Chargers-Patriots) and being given the most anticipated divisional-round game in Rams-Chargers. Tirico also takes listeners through his epic call at the end of the Ravens-Steelers Week 18 game and the reaction to his performance. In addition, the longtime play-by-play caller talks about calling his first Super Bowl this February, what his Super Bowl Sunday will look like, with him doing Olympic hosting duties immediately after the Big Game, and whether he looks forward to possibly calling the most watched event in history. Tirico also weighs in on calling the Olympics and NBA action for NBC and his Michael Jordan interview that played out over multiple editions of the NBC pregame show. Following Tirico, SNY's Sal Licata joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they discuss the NFL playoffs, old-school wrestling. Sponsored by: Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code: SPORTSILLUSTRATED Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 15 January 2026

Episode 589 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN host/reporter, Laura Rutledge. Rutledge talks about her crazy busy schedule during the football season, which includes hosting "NFL Live," "SEC Nation" and doing sideline reporting for "Monday Night Football" and how she balances it all. In addition, Rutledge talks about going viral a couple of times for video catching sprinting across the field after doing a halftime interview to get to the "SEC Nation" set to host the halftime show and having ESPN legend Chris Berman surprise her during "NFL Live" by doing play-by-play of her sprint. She also gives her take on drawing headlines with her sideline interviews with Justin Herbert and Sam Darnold during the season. Other topics covered with Rutledge: A halftime interview gone bad with John Calipari, which of her jobs is her favorites, dealing with Dan Orlovsky's bizarre food habits and much more. Following Rutledge, SNY's Sal Licata joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, the fellas discuss their Christmas and New Year's holidays, preview the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs and give out some television recommendations. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 8 January 2026

Episode 588 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is the Sixth Annual Year-End Extravaganza with Peter Schrager and Andrew Perloff. In this episode, we each name our Sports Media Person of the Year for 2025, we talk about our favorite sports moments of the past year and riff on the top sports media stories. Just a few of the topics discussed include J.J. Watt's strong first season in the NFL booth, the Bill Belichick-Jordon Hudson saga, the effect Caitlin Clark's absence had on the WNBA, ESPN buying the NFL Network, Red Zone adding commercials, the NBA's news broadcast partners and much more. In addition, we reveal our favorite shows, movies and podcasts from 2025 while also looking ahead to what to expect in 2026. Sponsored by: Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code: SPORTSILLUSTRATED Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 31 December 2025

Episode 587 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" begins with a brief "Traina Thoughts" segment with weekly contributor, Sal Licata, before ending with a long mailbag segment. Topics discussed during "Traina Thoughts" include some Christmas shopping stories, Sal's night at Alex Rodriguez's Christmas party, Sal getting lots of coverage for his interview with Stugotz and more. In the mailbag segment we tackle questions regarding the futures of Jim Nantz, Tony Romo, Ian Eagle and J.J. Watt at CBS; who could replace Al Michaels on "Thursday Night Football"; favorite childhood sports memories; sports venue we'd most like to visit; favorite David Letterman guest; whether the NFL should eliminate the 4:05 p.m. game and go to all 4:25 p.m games; betting philosophies; Steve Kornacki; worst guest cancellation; should podcasts be called podcasts; Jimmy's NFL Sunday food situation; the status of the annual year-end podcast with Peter Schrager and Andrew Perloff and much, much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 24 December 2025

Episode 587 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the voice of "Monday Night Football," Joe Buck.Buck talks about ESPN's end-of-season schedule, which will include two playoff games, how he handles "storylines" while calling a game and how everyone at Disney is preparing for ABC/ESPN airing next year's Super Bowl.In addition, Buck also sheds light on the Troy Aikman-Caleb Williams dust up from earlier in the season, talks about being named the Ford C. Frick Award winner by the MLB Hall of Fame, whether he has any interest in hosting "Good Morning America" and much more.Following Buck, Sal Licata from SNY TV joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week's topics include WFAN parting ways with Sal, last Sunday's awesome slate of NFL games, the state of sports media, Christmas, "Nurse Jackie," Rob Reiner's career and more. Sponsored by: Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/8tqn8m9c #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code: SPORTSILLUSTRATEDAura Frames: (https://on.auraframes.com/SIMEDIA Code: SIMEDIA) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 18 December 2025

Episode 586 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with WWE superstar, The Miz.The Miz, who has a long and storied history with John Cena, talks about Cena's final match, his retirement and whether he will really disappear from the WWE as he has claimed. Miz also reveals what we might not know about Cena away from the ring and pulls back the curtain on the famous storyline where Miz and his wife, Maryse, spoofed Cena and his then-girlfriend, Nikki Bella.In addition, The Miz also talks about his own career after being in the WWE for nearly 20 years, why he thinks he's always a heel no matter what, being a reality star and more.Lastly, Miz, a huge Cleveland Browns fan, weighs in on his team's season and Shedeur Sanders. Sponsored by: Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'SPORTSILLUSTRATED' & Aura Frames (https://on.auraframes.com/SIMEDIA Promo Code SIMEDIA Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 12 December 2025

Episode 585 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with the CBS NFL broadcast team of Ian Eagle and J.J. Watt.Watt talks about what it's been like going from the studio to the booth, what has been the most difficult thing about calling games and what it's been like calling so many Steelers games featuring his brother, T.J.Eagle and Watt each reveal what has surprised them the most about the other, while Eagle also shares his thoughts on breaking in a new partner and how that has gone for him over the years. In addition, Eagle shares a story about seeing Watt getting hangry at a restaurant.Other topics covered include Watt's long hair, why Watt has YouTubeTV, why he is a one-TV guy and much more.Following Eagle and Watt, Sal Licata from WFAN and SNY joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week's topics include: the Raiders' wild cover against the Broncos, the Justin Herbert-Laura Rutledge non-controversy controversy, college football playoff thoughts, Philip Rivers shocking return to the NFL, the biggest problem with Christmas tress and more. Sponsored by: Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'SPORTSILLUSTRATED' & Aura Frames (https://on.auraframes.com/SIMEDIA Promo Code SIMEDIA Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2025

Episode 584 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with "College GameDay" host, Rece Davis.Davis reminisces about being at ESPN for 30 years, his early days on ESPN2 and his time as a "SportsCenter" anchor.In addition, Davis, who has now been the host of "GameDay" for 10 years, talks about what it was like to replace Chris Fowler, his favorite Lee Corso memory, whether he cares about "GameDay" ratings, why he stayed at ESPN instead of leaving for Fox, whether he thinks he can challenge his co-hosts and the most difficult thing about hosting "GameDay."Other topics discussed with Davis include the claim that ESPN has an SEC bias, calling Bill Belichick's first game at North Carolina and the aftermath, the Lane Kiffin saga, how he'd fix the college football playoff.Following Davis, Sal Licata from WFAN and SNY joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, Sal gives an update on his WFAN status, the fellas talk about their Thanksgivings, look ahead to a monster NFL week, react to Spotify's list of the top 10 podcasts of 2025 and discuss some content creators. Sponsored by: Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/skc774hy #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 4 December 2025

Episode 583 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with ESPN President, Burke Magnus. Magnus talks about fallout from the YouTubeTV-Disney carriage dispute, whether ESPN has a public relations problem and what the new deal with YouTubeTV means for cable companies. Burke also shares his desire to get more episodes of "Inside the NBA" on ESPN in the future and how the partnership with Turner Sports for "Inside the NBA" is going, Other topics discussed include the possibility of Scott Van Pelt moving into "Around the Horn's" old timeslot, Molly Qerin's departure from the network, the various Pat McAfee and Stephen A. Smith controversies, Paul Finebaum possibly leaving ESPN for politics, whether "Monday Night Football" doubleheaders are dead, how the new partnership with the WWE is going and much more. The podcast wraps up with the weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment featuring Sal Licata from WFAN and SNY in New York. This week, Jimmy gives a couple of shout-outs to listeners before the fellas discuss a couple of documentaries they watched, the cost of going to the movies and the Thanksgiving football games. Sponsored by: Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/skc774hy #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 26 November 2025

Episode 582 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with Prime Video's Al Michaels, a conversation with The Athletic's Richard Deitsch and the weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. Michaels, who is currently working on a year-to-year basis with Amazon, reveals that he would like to return next season to continue his broadcasting career. Michaels also discusses Prime's strong schedule this season, the work ethic of his partner, Kirk Herbstreit, having the NFL instruct him to offer an on-air correction during a recent game, working in gambling references, working on Christmas Day, his television career and what his Thanksgiving plate will look like. Following Michaels, Deitsch joins the podcast to talk about the latest sports media news. Topics discussed include how Amazon and NBC have done with their NBA coverage, the YouTubeTV-ESPN carriage dispute ending, Gus Johnson's decline, Fox's approach to sports broadcasts, the NFL schedule, the future of podcasts and much more. The podcast wraps up with the weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment featuring Sal Licata from WFAN and SNY in New York. This week's topics include Jimmy having a "Curb Your Enthusiasm" restaurant moment, Netflix's new Eddie Murphy documentary, why it's good that the Chiefs are .500, a viral Jason Alexander video and more. Sponsored by: Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'SPORTSILLUSTRATED' & Rocket Money: RocketMoney.com/SIMEDIA Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2025

Episode 581 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with "Good Morning Football's" Kyle Brandt. Brandt opens up the podcast venting about people sharing about their sports-viewing "set ups" and talks about what he goes through to watch games and explains why he likes his simple set up. Then the interview transitions to sports media talk with Brandt explaining what it's like to interview the top quarterbacks from around the NFL each week, revealing how he feels about seeing his former "Good Morning Football" colleague, Peter Schrager, on ESPN and sharing his thoughts on ESPN purchasing the NFL Network. Brandt also talks about having an MVP vote this season, whether he'd ever want to call games, working with Scott Van Pelt and why he loves the chaos of a wide-open NFL season. Other topics discussed with Brandt include Amazon Prime's documentary on John Candy, the best Leonardo DiCaprio movie and "The Ali G Show." Following Brandt, Sal Licata from WFAN and SNY in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week's topics include the continuing YouTubeTV-Disney dispute, USC pulling off a truly bush league movie, Aaron Glenn starting fights with the New York media, show recommendations and more. Sponsored by: Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'SPORTSILLUSTRATED' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2025

Episode 580 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is an all-Mailbag episode. The show starts off with Jimmy explaining why the podcast was delayed this week and why there isn't a main guest. The "Traina Thoughts" segment featuring Sal Licata from WFAN and SNY follows the intro. Topics covered include the YouTubeTV-ESPN carriage dispute, the passing of NFL broadcaster Bob Trumpy, the Dodgers beating the Blue Jays in Game 7 of the World Series, Sal's interview with actress Sydney Sweeney and more. Following "Traina Thoughts," Jimmy opens up the mailbag. This week, listeners had questions about Fox hiring Drew Brees to essentially replace Mark Sanchez on its No. 3 NFL crew, the performances of Joe Davis and John Smoltz throughout the Major League Baseball postseason, in-game manager interviews, Jimmy's process for writing his daily "Traina Thoughts" column, whether Jimmy hates a couple of New York sports media people, ranking the "Seinfeld" seasons and slicing a bagel. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2025

Episode 579 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with The Ringer's Bryan Curtis. The host of "The Press Box" podcast weighs in on all the latest sports media news. Topics discussed include: ESPN's coverage of the Terry Rozier and Chauncey Billups gambling scandals; "Inside the NBA's" debut on ESPN; NBC's use of Michael Jordan as a "special contributor"; Joe Davis's performance calling the World Series, Stephen A. Smith continuing to go after LeBron James; ESPN's massive win with SEC football; USC football's lack of national appeal, Scott Van Pelt possibly moving from midnight to 5 p.m. and much more. Following Curtis, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they discuss Netflix's new documentary on the Montreal Expos, Jimmy beating Sal in a college football betting pool, this week's monster Chiefs-Bills game, a birthday party scam, Halloween and more Sponsored by: Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'SPORTSILLUSTRATED'& Rocket Money: RocketMoney.com/SIMEDIA Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 30 October 2025

Episode 578 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with Fox's Greg Olsen. The NFL analyst talks about what it's like to work with a different partner for a few weeks during the season, what he tries to do differently than other analysts and whether a full-time International schedule would appeal to him as a way to get a lead analyst job. In addition, Olsen explains why he doesn't want the Tush Push banned, why he thinks we're going to see fewer and few field-goal attempts in the NFL, whether coaches have adjusted to the new NFL where comebacks are so easy to pull off and much more. Following Olsen, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they discuss New York football controversies, the World Series, the return of the NBA on NBC, Jimmy's favorite bet, Netflix's dropping a trailer for a new Eddie Murphy documentary and more Sponsored by: Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'SPORTSILLUSTRATED' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 23 October 2025

Episode 577 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with SiriusXM's Chris "Mad Dog" Russo. The radio Hall of Famer shares his opinions on Major League Baseball's new television deals, MLB's decision to carve up their games to as many broadcast services as possible and who he would want as NBC's lead MLB voice next season. Russo also weighs in on the implementation of the ABS Challenge System for 2026. Other topics discussed with Russo include Molly Qerim's departure from "First Take," why he isn't as excited for the Bruce Springsteen biopic as he was for the Bob Dylan bio pic, interviewing Scottie Scheffler's father at the Ryder Cup and much more. Following Russo, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, Jimmy provides an important update on ESPN's new app, both guys discuss dream interviews and they reminisce about an old-school 1980's WWE angle. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2025

Episode 576 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN's Ryan Ruocco. Ruocco talks about calling the WNBA Finals, the constant off-the-court attention that the WNBA receives, controversies involving the refs and the commissioner, Caitlin Clark's impact, ratings and scheduling the Finals against NFL action. In addition, Ruocco talks about calling less Yankees games, but more Nets games, being in the mix for the Yankees radio job after John Sterling retired, what he loves about calling NBA games for ESPN and much more. Following Ruocco, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, Jimmy and Sal discuss the Major League Baseball's playoffs, the performance of Fox play-by-play guy, Eric Collins, on last week's Dolphins-Panthers game, Hulu canceling its show about North Carolina football and how Bill Belichick has tarnished his legacy, the Mark Sanchez arrest, a ridiculous betting loss, current movies and more Sponsored by:Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code SPORTSILLUSTRATED'Rocket Money: RocketMoney.com/SIMEDIA Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 9 October 2025

Episode 575 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Rapoport talks about the life of an insider and whether the offseason is just as busy as the season, while also describing what his day-to-day schedule is like. In addition, Rapoport explains where we stand on the NFL going to an 18-game schedule and a full-time international schedule, talks about his feelings regarding ESPN buying the NFL Network and the possibility of being colleagues with Adam Schefter and shares the full story of what happened at the NFL Combine when another NFL reporter confronted him and got in his face in a Starbucks. Following Rapoport, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, Jimmy and Sal discuss the Mets' collapse, the Yankees over-reliance on analytics, a schedule change that Major League Baseball must implement, ESPN's baseball broadcasters, Bad Bunny being announced as the Super Bowl halftime show and more. Sponsored by:Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code SPORTSILLUSTRATED' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 2 October 2025

Episode 574 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN and Amazon Prime's Kirk Herbstreit. Herbstreit talks about what "College GameDay" has been like without Lee Corso, the popularity of the show's field-goal contest segment, Pat McAfee volunteering Herbstreit to donate money to the contest winners without clearing it with Herbstreit first, McAfee's viral dive in a speedo on a recent "GameDay" episode and what Nick Saban brings to "GameDay." In addition, Herbstreit breaks down his crazy schedule with "Thursday Night Football," "College GameDay" and ABC's top game of the week, explains his issues with college football's schedule, and reveals where he stands on the Tush Push. Following Herbstreit, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, Jimmy and Sal discuss Jimmy's appearance on a Bill Simmons Reddit page, their weekly gambling outcomes, baseball implementing the ABS challenge system, the "NFL Today's" throwback edition featuring Brent Musburger, Sal having to go to a 50th birthday party during the Oregon-Penn State and Alabama-Georgia games and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 25 September 2025

Episode 573 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features two interviews. First up is ESPN's Mina Kimes, who talks about how she got her start at ESPN, transitioning into an NFL analyst, the stigma of being an NFL analyst who didn't play the game, what her typical Sunday is like, whether she'd like to be in the booth calling games one day. Kimes also discusses auditioning for the "ManningCast," the worst thing about social media becoming a cesspool, working with Dan Orlovsky and much more. Following Kimes, WWE Superstar Seth Rollins joins the show. Rollins talks about the WWE's upcoming show on ESPN, Wrestlepalooza, fooling the entire wrestling world with his fake knee injury, the one person he felt bad about lying to, becoming a cast member on "Good Morning Football," why he despises the "Tush Push" and more. The podcast closes with the weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment featuring Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV. This week, Jimmy and Sal talk about Jimmy and friends getting booted from a restaurant, Sal's second week in a row suffering a horrific NFL betting loss, a crazy college football bad beat, Sal losing the Emmy Award on his birthday and more Sponsored by:Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code SPORTSILLUSTRATED'Rocket Money: RocketMoney.com/SIMEDIA Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 18 September 2025

Episode 572 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with CBS's lead NFL play-by-play caller, Jim Nantz. Nantz talks about his game assignments for the next few weeks and CBS's overall schedule for the 2025 season. In addition, he shares his expectations that CBS's Thanksgiving game between the Chiefs and Cowboys will shatter the record for the most-viewed regular-season game of all time. Nantz also discusses his 40th anniversary at CBS, how he got his start at the network and the roles that Brent Musburger and Mike Francesa played in the beginning of his career. With CBS/Paramount acquiring the rights to UFC, could we see Nantz play a role in its coverage? Plus, Nantz opines on the trend of younger people not being interested in play-by-play jobs. Following Nantz, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, Jimmy and Sal talk about a HORRIFIC bad betting beat for Sal, Jimmy's problem during the Ravens-Bills game, issues with ESPN's new app, Sunday Ticket on YouTube, Ryan Clark calling out Peter Schrager, Howard Stern coverage, Sal's solo weekend and much more. Sponsored by: Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code SPORTSILLUSTRATED'Cozy Earth: cozyearth.com code SIMEDIA Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 11 September 2025

Presented by YahooFantasy #YahooPartner. Play Now at yahoofantasy.com/simedia Episode 571 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with The Athletic's sports media reporter, Andrew Marchand about all the latest sports media news. Topics discussed: Charles Barkley's recent comments that he still doesn't know what's going on with "Inside the NBA" on ESPN; Fox and ESPN's over-the-top college football coverage in Week 1; Lee Corso's perfect ending; Why ESPN dropped Doris Burke and added Tim Legler to its lead NBA crew; Major League Baseball's television future; ESPN's new direct-to-consumer product; Ryen Russillo leaving The Ringer and much more. Following Marchand, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, Jimmy and Sal go through some NFL win total over/unders for the 2025 season, look at Week 1 betting lines and discuss NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code SPORTSILLUSTRATED' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 4 September 2025

Presented by YahooFantasy #YahooPartner. Play Now at yahoofantasy.com/simedia Episode 570 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with legendary broadcaster, Brent Musburger. Musburger talks about finally making the Hall of Fame after winning the Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award, his appearance on NBC at the Hall of Fame Game and his upcoming appearance on CBS's "The NFL Today" in Week 3, where the show will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a throwback edition. In addition, Musburger shares stories about getting in a fight with Jimmy The Greek, getting scolded by ESPN for betting references, the status of Las Vegas as a tourist attraction, how he will spend the first NFL Sunday and much more. Following Musburger, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week's topics include the YouTubeTV-Fox carriage dispute, a great TikTok video of a guy complaining about streaming, Lee Corso's final episode of "College GameDay," Major League Baseball's broadcast future, the end of summer and the NFL's return and more. Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code SPORTSILLUSTRATED' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2025

Presented by YahooFantasy #YahooPartner. Play Now at yahoofantasy.com/simedia Episode 569 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" is a mix of "Traina Thoughts" with WFAN and SNY TV's Sal Licata and a mailbag answering listener questions. Topics discussed include the onslaught of sports docuseries, ESPN's new direct-to-consumer app and its best feature, preseason NFL magazines and the perils of Major League Baseball betting. In the mailbag segment, Jimmy and Sal tackle questions about the possibility of a woman becoming a full-time NFL game analyst, UFC leaving ESPN for Paramount, Howard Stern's future on SiriusXM, ESPN possibly buying MLB.tv, ESPN's plan for its direct-to-consumer product, Russell Wilson vs. Jaxson Dart, the pinnacle of HBO's "Hard Knocks," Cris Collinsworth's future with NBC, MLB realignment, Jimmy's aversion to flying and whether Sal has called 911 recently. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

Presented by YahooFantasy #YahooPartner. Play Now at yahoofantasy.com/simedia Episode 568 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with TNT's Mike Golic Jr, who will be an analyst for Big 12 college football games this season. Golic Jr. talks about going into a full-time role as an analyst after working just four games last year, the changing television landscape in college football and trying to keep up with which teams are in which conference. In addition, Golic reveals the best and worst thing about doing a daily show with his father, what his reaction was to the end of Mike Golic Sr.'s longtime radio show, "Mike & Mike and how they navigate the world of gambling while doing a show for FanDuel. Golic also talks about the role social media has played in his career and where he stands with social media today. Following Golic Jr., Sal Licata from WFAN and SNY joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, Jimmy talks about his day at a CBS NFL media event, Sal getting duped by a fake Odell Beckham Jr. retirement announcement, the circus of rumors surrounding Howard Stern and the future of his SiriusXM show, a terrible taxi cab incident and more. Sponsored by: https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

Presented by YahooFantasy #YahooPartner. Play Now at yahoofantasy.com/simedia Episode 567 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with WWE Undisputed Heavyweight Champion, Cody Rhodes. The man known as the "American Nightmare" talks about his SummerSlam match against John Cena, how it felt winning the title for a second time, how banged up he was after the match, the positive reaction to the match, a special moment he had with Cena and whether a heel turn for him at SummerSlam was ever in the cards. In addition, Rhodes discusses a potential third WrestleMania match against Roman Reigns, whether he would want Roman's schedule, how satisfied he was with his year as WWE champion, the Netflix series, "WWE: Unreal," and the WWE's new deal with ESPN for PLE's Rhodes also talks about being a nice guy in real life, his one major beef with "fans," hosting a new podcast, his comment about wanting to gain 100 pounds after he retires, moving into an acting career and much more. Sponsored by: https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 11 August 2025

Presented by YahooFantasy #YahooPartner. Play Now at yahoofantasy.com/simedia Episode 566 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features two guests plus the weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. First up is Puck's sports correspondent, John Ourand, who shares insight into the blockbuster ESPN-NFL Media deal. Ourand explains why each company wanted to make this deal, what it will mean for the presentation of NFL "RedZone" and the NFL Network and how ESPN's upcoming direct-to-consumer $29.99 app is the focal point of this deal. Ourand also talks about how the NFL benefits from the deal by getting four games to sell, why those games will likely go to streamers and how this could possibly mean some interesting changes to the NFL schedule. Following Ourand, SiriusXM's Katie Nolan joins the show to discuss her new podcast, "Casuals," the sad state of getting accurate information these days, coverage of Bill Belichicks's relationship, the trend of sex toys being thrown on the court at WNBA games, her annoyance with the infiltration of gambling talk on sports broadcasts and more. Following Nolan, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they discuss the issues with the Yankees, ratings for the NFL Hall of Fame Game, betting stories, Brent Musburger, Jimmy's recent root canal and Sal's recent experience with a skunk at his house.s Sponsored by: https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2025

Presented by YahooFantasy #YahooPartner. Play Now at yahoofantasy.com/simedia Episode 565 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN's Peter Schrager Schrager goes in-depth about his decision to leave the NFL Network and "Good Morning Football" for ESPN, why he wasn't nervous about making the big career move and how he feels about his time on GMFB. Schrager also reveals when his role will be at ESPN once the NFL season begins, whether we'll see him during "Monday Night Football" coverage and if the prospect of covering other sports besides the NFL appeals to him. Schrager also comments on reports that ESPN is interested in giving him his own show. Other topics covered with Schrager include the status of the NFL going to an 18-game regular season, sleeper teams for the 2025 season and acts he'd like to see perform at halftime of the Super Bowl. The conversation with Schrager closes with an in-depth discussion on HBO's excellent two-part Billy Joel documentary. Following Schrager, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they discuss MLB's gambling problem after the suspension of Guardinas reliever, Emmanuel Clase. Jimmy recaps his weekend of seeing Chris "Mad Dog" Russo's live SiriusXM show in New Jersey and and Jerry Seinfeld's standup show at Foxwoods. The duo also discussed the wave of recent celebrity deaths. Sponsored by: https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

Presented by YahooFantasy #YahooPartner. Play Now at yahoofantasy.com/simedia Episode 564 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with The Ringers's Editor-At-Large, Bryan Curtis about all the latest sports media news. Topics covered include the partnership between Fox Sports and Barstool sports, which company needs the other more, why Barstool's daily FS1 show is more intriguing than the "Big Noon Kickoff" deal, the battle between "Big Noon Kickoff" and "College GameDay," Barstool's turnaround when it comes to public perception Other topics discussed include ESPN getting close to purchasing NFL Media and what that would mean, where Major League Baseball will end up selling the rights to its wild-card games and "Sunday Night Baseball," ESPN's decisions on Richard Jefferson and Doris Burke and its lead NBA booth, the cost of streaming and more. In addition, Curtis discusses CBS canceling "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," what it means for late night television and how late night has changed over the years. Sponsored by: https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Happiness-Experiment/Carl-B-Barney/9798886452891 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025

Episode 563 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with the host of the NFL Red Zone, Scott Hanson Hanson talks about his recent contract negotiations with the NFL and how he thought he was done with Red Zone before eventually signing a new four-year contract that will give him 20 years as the host. Hanson also discusses the Red Zone's wild popularity and things fans have done to show their love for Hanson, including naming their dogs, "Ocotbox" and putting references to Red Zone in their wedding vows. Hanson also shares his thoughts on how the 2025 NFL schedule impacts Red Zone, returning to NBC to host its Olympics Gold Zone channel and much more. Following Hanson, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they discuss the MLB All-Star Game, Netflix's "Quarterback," a new Live Aid docuseries on CNN, the price of car washes, Sal having a snake in his backyard and Sal missing out on a chance to see Jerry Seinfeld for free. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025