The Sportscasters Club Radio Show

Rick Schultz

Become a better sports broadcaster and a better sports fan! Learn the secrets of sports broadcasting as gathered over our 25 years in the business. We've called games and hosted programs in professional baseball, college basketball, football and hockey. We've taught these secrets, methods and skills at Marist College, the Connecticut School of Broadcasting and Fordham University's WFUV Radio. Our program is tailored for aspiring sports broadcasters as well as sports fans. Join us for our fun and informative online radio show, where you will learn the skills to become a better sportscaster and a better sports fan!

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How Should a Sports Broadcaster Handle the COVID-19 Coronavirus crisis?

The Sportscasters Club Radio Show

03/22/20 • 15 min

COVID-19 Coronavirus is everywhere - across the country and across the media. While this pandemic has overtaken sports and every other aspect of our daily life, how is a SPORTS BROADCASTER to handle this situation?
Should sports broadcasters spend hour after hour talking about social distancing, toilet paper and lockdowns? Or should they proceed talking sports, albeit without any real on-field action to discuss, regardless of the daily changes and updates in the news?
In this episode, we tackle that burning question, with hopes to keep sportscasters on track during this challenging time in our country's history.
As an aspiring or established sports broadcaster, a podcast is a great way to help you improve your skill and get your work out to the public! At Sportscasters Club, we use Buzzsprout to host our online radio show, most importantly because it is the easiest and quickest solution out there.
If you are considering starting your own podcast, click this affiliate link to learn more.
(You also get a $20 Amazon gift card for trying out Buzzsprout)
Much more - including our sports broadcasting books, our 7-hour online course and tons of free articles and sportscasting tips at SportscastersClub.com
Also, join our free Facebook group - search for the "Sportscasters Club Community"
Thanks for listening! (and for subscribing, liking, sharing, etc, etc, etc)

Much more - including our sports broadcasting books, our 7-hour online course and tons of free articles and sportscasting tips at SportscastersClub.com
3 of the absolute best sports broadcasting books to jump-start your career...
The Fastest Kid on the Block: The Marty Glickman Story
Call of the Game
Press Box Revolution: How Sports Reporting Has Changed Over the Past Thirty Years
As an aspiring or established sports broadcaster, a podcast is a great way to help you improve your skill and get your work out to the public! At Sportscasters Club, we use Buzzsprout to host our online radio show, most importantly because it is the easiest and quickest solution out there.
If you are considering starting your own podcast, click this affiliate link to learn more.
(You also get a $20 Amazon gift card for trying out Buzzsprout)
Thanks for listening, leaving a review and sharing this show with others!

Should a Sportscaster Divulge Secrets?

The Sportscasters Club Radio Show

01/18/20 • 18 min

Should a Sportscaster Divulge Secrets?
With the Major League Baseball sign-stealing scandal front and center, it makes us wonder how a sports broadcaster should handle these situations. If a play by play broadcaster knows players are cheating, should he spill the beans and tell his listeners or viewers?
Today's Question and Answers:
1. What is the most difficult sports to broadcast?
2. Can I become a sports broadcaster if I am not a good athlete?
Check out our 7-hour online sports broadcasting course!
Check out our books on Amazon:
Secrets of Sports Broadcasting
Untold Tales From the Bush Leagues
Minor League Baseball Revealed
A Renegade Championship Summer
As mentioned, the Barrett Sports Media Summit takes place this February in New York City. Check it out at BSMSummit.com

Advice Before Broadcasting the Big Game

The Sportscasters Club Radio Show

08/15/23 • 24 min

So you are all set to broadcast the biggest game of your life. THIS is what you need to know beforehand.
And also, you need to hear this if you are just starting out, and if the big game is not until well into your future.
Both sports broadcasters and sports fans will enjoy learning these secrets of the sportscasting trade!

Which Sport is the Most Difficult to Broadcast?

The Sportscasters Club Radio Show

08/08/23 • 28 min

Which of the four major sports is the most difficult to broadcast? We will answer that question here....both for sportscasters and for fans. You may be surprised!
Is it baseball, basketball, football or hockey?
Let us know what you think at [email protected]

The Problem with ESPN Sunday Night Baseball

The Sportscasters Club Radio Show

08/01/23 • 31 min

Although it has been a mainstay in baseball television for decades, we have some specific points to make about ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball broadcasts as they currently stand. We hold nothing back and point out the great, and the not-so-great. Perhaps you'll agree...or maybe not!

How to Transition to a Career in Sports Broadcasting

The Sportscasters Club Radio Show

07/25/23 • 34 min

Are you considering a career in sports broadcasting? Perhaps you are a high school student, or maybe you are a 50-year-old thinking about making a change. Whether this is you, or you fall somewhere in between, today's episode lays out the game plan for you to jump into a sports broadcasting career.
Don't make the move without understanding these crucial steps! We'd like your move to sports media to become a dream and not a nightmare.

Sports Broadcasters (and fans) Should Never Say This Word

The Sportscasters Club Radio Show

07/18/23 • 38 min

There are so many words that sports broadcasters use, that they should NEVER use! We'll discuss these words and how you can avoid sounding silly by using them.
And we'll start the episode with a special, bonus word that every sportscaster - and sports fan - should avoid at all costs. (it will make you sound like an amateur if you use it!)

How will AI Affect Sports Media?

The Sportscasters Club Radio Show

07/11/23 • 34 min

Artificial Intelligence is taking over the world! So how will it affect sports media and the sports broadcasting landscape? In other words.....will you be able to find and keep a job in the business? And how will our experience as sports viewers and listeners change? How will it impact anchoring roles, play by play, talk show hosting and television programming?
Let's take a look......

Are Sports Broadcasters Really Independent?

The Sportscasters Club Radio Show

07/03/23 • 26 min

To celebrate Independence Day, we must ask the question....
Are Sports Broadcasters Really Independent?
Most sportscasters want to do it their way and say what is on their mind. But can a sports broadcaster ever truly consider himself or herself truly independent?
Let's look at this question and some real-life examples, to determine how independent sports media professionals really are.
Now have a happy 4th of July, and enjoy those fireworks!

How to Be a Professional and Build a Career You Are Proud Of. (In any industry!)

The Sportscasters Club Radio Show

02/25/25 • 12 min

Here are three tips that will help you be a professional as you grow your career. Are you looking for a new job? Are you looking to become a sports broadcaster? Are you looking to advance in another field? These tips will help you stand out and help you be the best professional you can to grow your career, no matter what it is! #career #goals #sportscasting #sportscaster #sportsbroadcasting #broadcaster #resumehelp #jobfair

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How many episodes does The Sportscasters Club Radio Show have?

The Sportscasters Club Radio Show currently has 65 episodes available.

What topics does The Sportscasters Club Radio Show cover?

The podcast is about Espn, Commentary, Media, How To, Podcasts, Education and Sports.

What is the most popular episode on The Sportscasters Club Radio Show?

The episode title 'Which Sport is the Most Difficult to Broadcast?' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Sportscasters Club Radio Show?

The average episode length on The Sportscasters Club Radio Show is 20 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Sportscasters Club Radio Show released?

Episodes of The Sportscasters Club Radio Show are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of The Sportscasters Club Radio Show?

The first episode of The Sportscasters Club Radio Show was released on Jan 12, 2020.

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