On the final Sports Media Watch Podcast of the 2025, Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman share their final thoughts on the year that was and the broad themes that defined 2025 in sports media. Then (starting at 20:15), the crew is joined by special guest Jayne Kennedy of "NFL Today" fame for an in-depth interview about her time on the groundbreaking studio show during its 1970s prime, the trust she earned from some of the most famous athletes in sports history, her views on how the industry has and has not changed since her CBS days, and much more.

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TNT studio host Adam Lefkoe is the guest on the latest edition of the Sports Media Watch Podcast, joining Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman for a conversation about what makes TNT Sports studio productions unique, the ins-and-outs of studio hosting, the influence of Ernie Johnson, and much more.

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On the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman discuss the NFL's recent Thanksgiving viewership milestones and how to interpret them given all of the Nielsen methodological changes of late. Plus, a critique of NBC's Michael Jordan segments and their tendency toward negativity about the modern game. And some quick hits, including NBC's desire to sell rights to the Big Ten football championship.

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Longtime TNT Sports broadcaster Jared Greenberg is the guest on the new Sports Media Watch Podcast, joining Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman for a conversation about the state of TNT Sports in a time of flux, how he is adjusting to all the changes, and his career journey and much more.

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On a new Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis is joined by co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman for a discussion of the new MLB media rights deals and what they mean for the networks involved -- and the league. Is MLB still devaluing its rights? Plus, what is NBC's future with the Big Ten given its reported desire to "sublicense" next year's Big Ten title game? And thoughts on the bidders for Warner Bros. Discovery, the NBA's early season ratings success, and CW's public criticism of Nielsen's "Big Data + Panel" methodology.

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NBC Sports and Prime Video NBA play-by-play voice Michael Grady is the latest guest on the Sports Media Watch Podcast, joining Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman for a discussion about his dual roles on the NBA's two new broadcast partners; his rise from PA announcer to the Pacers to play-by-play for the Nets and Timberwolves; and more, including his stylistic influences.

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On the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis is joined by co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman for a discussion about the Disney-YouTube TV blackout and what it means for ESPN. If the blackout goes on long enough, will ESPN run the risk of fans getting used to living without it?

Plus, a recap of the bigger-than-expected numbers for the Dodgers-Blue Jays World Series.

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Rising play-by-play voice Adam Amin is the latest guest on the Sports Media Watch Podcast. The Chicago Bulls and Fox Sports broadcaster joins Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman for a discussion about the nuts and bolts of play-by-play, including his influences, his approach to big games, and how he adjusts to different partners.

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On the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis is joined by co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman for a discussion about Stephen A. Smith's latest comments about the NBA gambling investigation and whether the ESPN host actually believes what he says. Plus, reviewing the debut of the NBA on NBC and the ESPN era of "Inside the NBA"; viewership predictions for the World Series; and a preview of an upcoming interview with Fox Sports voice Adam Amin.

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On the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman look ahead toward next week's return of the NBA on NBC and what to expect -- and why the version of "Roundball Rock" you've been hearing is not the best one. Plus, a look at MLB Postseason ratings and a detailed discussion about the announcers, including Adam Amin, Joe Davis and John Smoltz.

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