Sports Media Watch Podcast

Jon Lewis
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Apr 1, 2026 • 51min

Final Four ratings preview, March Madness announcer reviews, MLB-Netflix, WNBA, Tiger and more

On the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman discuss the ratings potential of the NCAA Men's Final Four, review the CBS-TNT NCAA Tournament game and studio announcers, and critique the Netflix MLB Opening Night broadcast. Plus, a variety of other topics, including the WNBA-CBS deal and the Tiger Woods situation.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Mar 24, 2026 • 1h 8min

Baseball voice Matt Vasgersian on ringing in new era of MLB on TV and much more, plus WBC ratings recap

On the new edition of the Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman are joined by MLB voice Matt Vasgersian for a long discussion about his career journey, his new roles on incoming MLB broadcasters NBC and Netflix, and much more. Plus, a discussion about the strong viewership for the World Baseball Classic.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Mar 16, 2026 • 58min

NFL media rights price tag, baseball ratings and voices, and FloSports CEO Mark Floreani joins the pod

On the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman discuss the latest developments in the NFL media rights story and whether any of the incumbent broadcasters might find themselves priced out in negotiations. Plus, thoughts on World Baseball Classic ratings and MLB broadcasters. Finally, FloSports CEO Mark Floreani joins the pod for a discussion about the streaming service.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Mar 8, 2026 • 60min

NFL media rights timeline, NBC's NBA throwback, and Bruins voice Judd Sirott joins the pod

On the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman discuss the NFL's accelerated media rights timeline and what it means for the league's partners. Is there a price too high? Plus, thoughts on NBC's NBA "throwback" game and Bob Costas' performance, and a look at NBC's MLB pregame plans. Finally, the crew is joined by Boston Bruins voice Judd Sirott for a conversation about replacing Jack Edwards in the booth and much more -- including the time he had to throw from a game to a live space shuttle launch.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Mar 2, 2026 • 58min

World Series and Dodgers voice Joe Davis joins the pod; Plus: Mike Tirico's moment and an Olympics wrap

World Series and Los Angeles Dodgers play-by-play voice Joe Davis 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 last year's epic Fall Classic, the upcoming World Baseball Classic, what it's like to replace legendary broadcasters, and much, much more.But first, thoughts on Mike Tirico's big week and final takeaways from the Olympic Games.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Feb 21, 2026 • 43min

NBA at midseason: All-Star ratings disbelief, the annual gripes, and the coverage

On the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis is joined by co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman for a discussion of the NBA at midseason, specifically last weekend's All-Star Game and the disbelief on social media that the midseason exhibition drew a strong audience. Plus, why the annual gripes about the All-Star Game, and the NBA generally, may start to fall on deaf ears within the league. And why NBC's coverage was a big improvement over TNT last year.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Feb 13, 2026 • 50min

Super Bowl recap: Ratings, announcers, halftime and more

On the newest edition of the Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman recap last weekend's lackluster Super Bowl 60, specifically the lower television ratings -- including both the fake and real numbers for the halftime show -- and the performance of NBC's announcers. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Feb 7, 2026 • 49min

Super Bowl ratings, Washington Post cuts, ESPN-NFL deal, RSN collapse, Winter Olympics and Joe Davis preview

On a packed Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman preview Sunday's Super Bowl 60 and what the viewership might look like for a relatively low-profile matchup. Plus, they discuss some of the big headlines of the past week, including the massive layoffs at the Washington Post, the surprisingly quick approval of the ESPN-NFL Media deal, the collapse of the Main Street Sports Group RSNs, and the start of the Winter Olympics. And, a sneak peek of an upcoming interview with Fox Sports and Los Angeles Dodgers play-by-play voice Joe Davis.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Jan 31, 2026 • 1h 15min

Bob Costas on his return to NBC: His role, his future and more

Famed broadcaster Bob Costas returns to the Sports Media Watch Podcast to discuss his new emeritus role with NBC Sports and what viewers can expect. In a discussion with Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman, Costas details the extent of his return, previews his debut on Sunday's Lakers-Knicks pregame, explains why he will not return to -play-by-play, and discusses some general sports media topics.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Jan 27, 2026 • 43min

Bob Costas returns to NBC Sports, plus NFL playoff and CFP national title viewership

On the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast, Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman discuss Bob Costas' return to NBC Sports, plus viewership for NFL playoff games and the College Football Playoff National Championship. Do the big numbers for Indiana's win mean all is well with college football?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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