Synopsis
Podcast featuring experienced and distinguishable members of the Sports Information Director profession. Hosted by David Gibson.
Episodes
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Episode 159: Jay Stancil | Union (Ky.) Bulldogs
02/07/2020 Duration: 54minWe are joined by Jay Stancil once more, nearly 94 episodes after his first appearance to talk about what's happened between then and now, preparing for the fall with COVID-19 looming, and so much more. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Link to Part One: SIDcast.fireside.fm/65 Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayStancil Sign up for our newsletter: sidcast.substack.com
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Episode 158: Patrick Walsh | Little Rock Trojans
26/06/2020 Duration: 01h50sThe Bob Kentworthy Community Service Award winner joins us after a hiatus to talk about community service, the affects of cancer on a family, and more. Stick around to the end for a special salute as well as talks of Patrick's famous attire. Follow Patrick on Twitter: @Walsh_PT Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.substack.com
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Episode 157: Lindy Brown | Duke Blue Devils
07/05/2020 Duration: 42minOur word of the day is 'effort' as we talk about the worker mentality and what it will take to set you apart from a crowd that just wants to check off boxes. We'll detail Lindy's journey as a Michael Jordan/UNC fan growing up to his position sitting in Durham at Duke. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Lindy on Twitter: @DukeWBBWGSID Sign up for our newsletter: sidcast.substack.com
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Episode 156: Matt Brown | Extra Points
24/04/2020 Duration: 01h07minThis is a difficult time for all of us but it's important to detach from the chaos and create something of value. This can be something you're interested in, a new business venture, a podcast, or maybe a newsletter. If you're familiar with Matt's work it's because he's done a lot with the business of college football, realignment, and has been keeping up with the changing COVID-19 situation. We've got that and so much more. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Matt on Twitter: @MattBrownEP Sign up for our newsletter: sidcast.substack.com
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Episode 155: Shawn Medeiros | Endicott Gulls
09/04/2020 Duration: 01h08minWe all had a range of emotions after the news broke that sports were cancelled for spring 2020. It's about how you react and frame a message that make the difference. We'll talk about that along with covering the entire student-athlete experience, why Endicott is different from the rest, and more. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Link to part one: SIDcast.fireside.fm/64 Follow Shawn on Twitter: @Shawn_Medeiros Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.substack.com
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Episode 154: Ryan Thorpe | UIndy Greyhounds
02/04/2020 Duration: 42minWe talk about what it takes to break into the industry with UIndy's Ryan Thorpe as he details sending out letters to media outlets/colleges/pro teams all over the area just to get a single chance at his dream of working in sport. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Sign up for our newsletter: sidcast.substack.com
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Episode 153: Jeff Bernstein | NYU Violets
19/03/2020 Duration: 01h02minToday we have the SID Godfather on in the midst of wordly chaos. We'll talk about the prestige of NYU, why some bad moments may not be so bad, and if you can really be both a Mets and Yankees fan. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Jeff on Twitter: @SIDGodfather Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.substack.com
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Episode 152: Akilah Laster | Tennessee Volunteers
12/03/2020 Duration: 49minWe're back to your regular scheduled programming from crossover season to talk with Akilah about how she broke into the sport industry after six years of teaching then working her way to her new comfy home in Knoxville. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Akilah on Twitter: @AkilahLaster Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter
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Episode 151: Murray Evans | Oklahoma Christian Eagles
27/02/2020 Duration: 54minWhen was the last time you did something for the first time? No, not the song. When was the last time you tried something new. Maybe a hobby or activity that you turn your nose up to might actually be something worth pursuing. We'll talk about that with Murray along with the importance of maintaining the written word in the profession, what journalists look for in feature stories, and more. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Murray on Twitter: @murrayevans Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter
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Episode 150: Will Roleson | CoSIDA
20/02/2020 Duration: 55minYou probably know Will and his involvement with CoSIDA whether you've been a part of a committee or joined a webinar. But did you know Will was once the youngest head Football and Men's Basketball SID in the country at the age of 28? We'll talk to the real Miami University alum about the upcoming convention and other initiatives CoSIDA has been sending to your inbox. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Will on Twitter: @wroleson Sign up for our Newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter
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Episode 149: Justin Glover | Richmond Spiders
13/02/2020 Duration: 38minAs registration for #CoSIDA2020 opens up, it's a perfect time to talk to someone who can't thank the convention enough for everything it has done for his career. Today we'll talk to J Glove about getting ready for the job seekers session this summer, moving around a ton, and gaining attention to a tournament that is rarely heard of. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Justin on Twitter: @JGlove3 Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter
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Episode 148: Aaron Sagraves | Cornerstone Golden Eagles
06/02/2020 Duration: 50minAaron returns to the show in a brand new roll of Athletic Director at the same institution. We'll try and narrow down exactly what your department's role is within your University's plan and how you can further the mission within your community and on campus. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Listen to Aaron's first episode: SIDcast.fireside.fm/32 Follow Aaron on Twitter: @aaronsagraves26 Sign up for our Newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter
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Episode 147: Wade Neely | Martin Methodist RedHawks
30/01/2020 Duration: 56minEarlier this year, we talked about how you can move the needle 1% in your every day life. Now we're back with Wade Neely, a mental and physical health advocate, to discuss developing the worker mentality, how physical exercise can help cure depression, and what it takes to exactly break through on your goals. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Wade on Twitter: @WadeNeely Sign up for our Newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter Special Guest: Wade Neely.
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Episode 146: Adam Levin | Brandeis Judges
23/01/2020 Duration: 59minWe'll take Jeopardy for $1000, Alex. Our guest today got to fulfill his dream of being on one of the nation's most recognizable game shows going up against the reigning champion, suffering a narrow loss of just $18. We'll talk about that along with doing things that you're interested in and getting the buy-in of your coaches and administrators to follow your dreams. Follow Adam on Twitter: @AdamLevin94 Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter Special Guest: Adam Levin.
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Episode 145: Sam Boyle | Carthage Red Men & Lady Reds
16/01/2020 Duration: 38minWe hit yet another part two this year with Sam Boyle. When we last spoke, he was at Alverno as we rehash his sport influence growing up, how to be more of a mentor to your student-athletes and workers, as well as getting engaged! Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Listen to Part I here: SIDcast.fireside.fm/57 Follow Sam on Twitter: Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter Special Guest: Sam Boyle.
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Episode 144: Marissa Avanzato | Texas A&M Aggies
09/01/2020 Duration: 41minSometimes themes come across our episodes over the course of our conversations and this one is no different. Courage to emerge from your comfort zone and ask for help when you need it is a discussion worth having and is our "word" of the episode. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Marissa on Twitter: @MarissaAvanzato Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter Special Guest: Marissa Avanzato.
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Episode 143: DJ Foster | Aquinas Saints
03/01/2020 Duration: 53minHappy New Year from SIDcast. Today, we have our first episode of 2020 with DJ Foster, a long-time Grand Valley State turned Aquinas SID who tells us the benefits of working at a smaller school, broadcasting, and much more. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow DJ on Twitter: @DJFosterAQ Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter Special Guest: DJ Foster.
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Episode 142: Kyle Piercy | Centre Colonels
19/12/2019 Duration: 50minChanging a brand is never an easy thing to pull off. But Kyle has some nuggets of wisdom for you to help make that transition easier along with learning a a new video skill you can pick up, how to market yourself in a field that praises "jack of all trades", and more. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Kyle on Twitter: Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter Special Guest: Kyle Piercy.
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Episode 141: Billy Mangum | Life Running Eagles
12/12/2019 Duration: 52minAs we enter the new year, be more strategic about how you set your goals. In this episode we will talk about what it takes to learn new skills, allowing yourself to make mistakes, and mentoring your student workers. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Billy on Twitter: @BMangumSID Sign up for our Newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter Special Guest: Billy Mangum.
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Episode 140: Denny Driscoll | Jackson State Tigers
05/12/2019 Duration: 43minWe are joined for yet another part two from Jackson State's Denny Driscoll to talk about the changes he has experienced over his career, the atmosphere of an HBCU, and a little- let's say- tiger incident that you may have seen wandering around on Twitter. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Link to first interview w/ Denny: SIDcast.fireside.fm/63 Follow Denny on Twitter: @DennyDriscoll Subscribe to our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter Special Guest: Denny Driscoll.