The Sportscasters Club Radio Show
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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!
Episodes
89 episodes
Do You Need to Attend an Elite Sports Broadcasting School? (Will you regret it?)
If you want to build a sports broadcasting career, is it necessary to attend an elite sports broadcasting school? Can you make it by going to a school somewhere with two stoplights, one church and a few cows? What is the best move to jumpstart ...
The Professional Baseball Broadcaster Who Became a Manager: Bill Rogan's Remarkable Journey
Bill Rogan had an amazing sports broadcasting career across professional baseball, college basketball and hockey, nationwide sports talk shows and much more. Today, however, he has become one of the most outspoken professional baseball managers...
What is the Job of the Sports Play by Play Broadcaster?
Do you know the real job of the sports play by play broadcaster? Once you understand what they are really trying to do, you'll be a better sports broadcaster and a better sports fan. (You'll also be able to identify the GREAT ones and the LOUSY...
THIS is the Year To Become a Sports Broadcaster! (Advice to explore the career change)
THIS is the year to become a sportscaster! Are you curious about a career in sports media, but scared to take the plunge? Are you searching for tips on how - and IF - you should take your career in a new direction.Start here and we'll talk ...
Don't Sound Stupid By Using This Word! (your friends probably do)
Here are seven more words that you should stay FAR AWAY from! If you want to sound smart, educated and professional, never say these seven words.Do you have more we should have included? Add them to the comments!
A Big Change is Coming to Major League Baseball!
A Big Change is Coming to Major League Baseball, and many fans are completely unaware. This development will change how the game is watched and played, and broadcasters must also develop a game plan to deal with the massive transformation...
Konnor Griffin Makes His MLB Debut!
Baseball’s next superstar has arrived! ⚾️In this episode, we break down Konnor Griffin’s incredible Major League debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates, where the 19-year-old shortstop crushed an RBI double in his first at-bat and showed off his...
A Day in the LIfe of a Baseball Broadcaster
Ever wonder what it really takes to call a game like a pro?Step inside the booth and behind the scenes with this full-access look at a day in the life of a baseball broadcaster.From early prep and lineup research to sound checks and gam...
To Succeed You Must Be Coachable! (We tell you how)
If you'd like to succeed in your career, you need to develop the skill of being coachable. We tell you how to learn from others so you can supercharge your sports media career. You NEED this crucial career skill....skip it at your peril!
Why Do Sports Broadcasters Make This Mistake? (Be a pro and avoid it!)
Many sports broadcasters make this mistake, especially young or inexperienced sports media professionals. If you want to stand out and impress your audience, stay away from this ever-more-common mistake being made every day across the airwaves!...
Was This the Best Major League Baseball Team of All Time?
Were the 1998 New York Yankees truly the best team in MLB history? In this episode, we review this wonderful book by Jack Curry...The 1998 Yankees - https://amzn.to/4dlKWJiWe discuss the 125-win season, explore the star-studded rost...
Baseball is Back!
MLB Opening Day Is Here!The 2026 season kicks off with high expectations and wild predictions. We break down the latest World Series odds for all 30 teams — from the powerhouse Dodgers (+230) to the long-shot Nationals (+50000). Who’s...
Tiger Woods Comeback? (Will he play in the Masters Golf Tournament?)
Will Tiger Woods Play in the 2026 Masters? 🏆With the Masters just two weeks away, golf fans are buzzing: will Tiger Woods make his 27th appearance at Augusta? In this episode, we break down the latest updates on Tiger’s recovery from back s...
Is this MLB Player Closer to Shattering a Hallowed Record Than Most Fans Think?
Today we discuss a Major League Baseball record that this player has in his sights. Also, an #AtlantaBraves record that could be eclipsed this season!Plus, do spring training stats even matter? And, what a great way VCU Head Coach ...
Baseball Celebrations are Totally Out of Control!
Bat flips, fireworks, and full-on chaos—have baseball celebrations gone too far?In this episode, we dive into the wild world of modern home run hype and walk-off theatrics. From dugout dances to eagle-flying madness, today’s celebrations ar...
What Should Mets Fans Expect From Bo Bichette and Marcus Semien?
What should Mets fans expect from Bo Bichette and Marcus Semien in 2026?This episode breaks down the impact of two major offseason acquisitions—Bo Bichette and Marcus Semien—and what their arrival means for the New York Mets. From defensive...
Does Clark Kellogg Know Absolutely Nothing About Basketball?
A fiery post on X from Dan Dakich has sparked a wild debate: does Clark Kellogg actually know basketball? In this episode, we dive into the controversy, dissect Dakich’s claims, and ask the uncomfortable question—has Kellogg been bluffing all a...
Loving Sports is Not Enough! (You need THIS to build a career)
We have all heard the phrase, "I'm going to become a sports broadcaster because I love sports!"But what if I told you that is not enough. In fact, this is the very phrase that can torpedo your career before it even gets started.In...
Sportscaster Reveals the Truth - Are Sports Rigged?
The big conspiracy theory about sports these days is whether or not the games are legit, or if they are rigged. Is a central planner writing the scripts for the major sports leagues? Are we watching a product similar to professional wrestling? ...
7 More Words You Should Stop Using (if you want to sound smart and stand out!)
On the heels of one of our most popular past episodes, here are seven more words and crutch phrases that you should definitely cut out of your regular vocabulary. You have probably heard these all used very recently, and if you avoid them...
Why Do So Many Interviewers Do THIS????
We know you've seen an interviewers make this big mistake - whether it was in sports, news, current events or whatever industry. Hopefully after this video you'll be able to pinpoint this mistake that many broadcasters make, and you'll never ma...
Don't Make This Broadcasting Mistake!
This common mistake is one of our big pet peeves across the broadcasting landscape. You won’t believe how many times sports and news broadcasters get this wrong! And once you watch this video, you will never get it wrong again.
How To Become a Better Baseball Broadcaster
Want to call games like a pro? Whether you're just starting behind the mic or dreaming of the big leagues, this is the ultimate tip to supercharging your baseball broadcasting game.In this video, we break down the number one method for impr...
The Terrible Mistake Interviewers Make Today! (For all aspiring media professionals)
Everywhere you turn—TV, radio, podcasts—the same interviewing mistake is destroying the conversation. It’s subtle. It’s seductive. And it’s ruining the very thing that makes interviews worth watching.In this video, we expose the biggest blu...
You MUST Work For This Company (For sports media professionals and other careers too!)
Finding the ideal employer can transform your career and your life! In this video, we explore the qualities that make an employer stand out, specifically for sports broadcasters and sports media professionals. (But for all other careers t...