Show Pony Live: Texas Repeats and Alabama's Secret Sauce with Gray Robertson

Show Pony Live: Texas Repeats and Alabama's Secret Sauce with Gray Robertson

On today’s edition of Show Pony Live, I am joined by Gray Robertson of Softball America and the radio voice of Alabama Softball. We recap the Women’s College World Series and discuss Texas capturing its second consecutive national championship. What made the Longhorns so difficult to beat, and where does this title run rank among recent champions? We also take a closer look at Alabama’s season and the culture that continues to make the Crimson Tide one of the most respected programs in college softball. From Patrick Murphy’s leadership to the family atmosphere that keeps former players connected to the program long after their playing days are over, we explore what makes Alabama softball different. Plus: * Texas’ championship formula * Key moments from the WCWS * Alabama’s postseason run * The growth of softball on the national stage * What the future holds for the sport Thank you for listening, watching, and supporting Show Pony Media. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend. 🐴 SHOW PONY UNIVERSITY The next four-week session of Show Pony University is underway. Drawing on more than 20 years in national sports radio and my master’s degree in Journalism and Media from the University of Alabama, I teach the fundamentals of content creation, interviewing, show preparation, audience engagement, branding, and finding your unique voice. For information on future classes, visit ShowPonyMedia.com or reply to any newsletter. As always, subscribe free to Show Pony Media and have every podcast and article delivered directly to your inbox. Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe [https://www.showponymedia.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Show Pony Live: Congress, College Sports, and a NASCAR Family Still Grieving

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Show Pony Live: What If College Sports Was Never Supposed to Be a Business?

Tomorrow, Congress takes its turn trying to fix college sports. On today’s Show Pony Live, we preview the congressional hearing featuring Nick Saban and Notre Dame Athletic Director Pete Bevacqua and discuss what lawmakers are hoping to accomplish as college athletics continues to wrestle with NIL, revenue sharing, and a rapidly changing landscape. We also tackle a question that has been on my mind for a while: What if college sports should have never been run as a for-profit enterprise in the first place? What if the money and resources generated by college athletics had remained focused on creating opportunities for student-athletes rather than chasing bigger revenues and television deals? Plus, I share a personal story. Recently, I accepted the public address announcer position for Middle Tennessee football at my alma mater. The opportunity made me reflect on where my career began, the people who opened doors for me, and how one decision can alter the course of a life. All that and more on today’s episode of Show Pony Live. 🎙️ Show Pony University Cohort 2 begins Wednesday at 8 PM Eastern. Sign up here for Show Pony University [https://buy.stripe.com/9B6cN77eacD27Debs06Vq00] If you’ve ever wanted to improve your interviewing skills, learn how to build a compelling show, create better content, develop your on-air personality, or grow your personal brand, this four-week course is designed for you. The reviews from the first cohort have been incredible, and I’d love to have you join us. More information available at ShowPonyMedia.com. Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe [https://www.showponymedia.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Chris Doering on SEC Meetings, College Football's Future & The Three-Bath-A-Day Lifestyle

The SEC meetings are over, but the questions surrounding college football are only getting bigger. What did we actually learn from the meetings? How much power do conferences really have? Where is the sport headed next? And what should fans be paying attention to as the battle for college athletics continues to unfold? Tonight, I welcome Chris Doering of ESPN and SiriusXM to Show Pony Live. Chris and I discuss the biggest takeaways from last week’s SEC meetings, the current state of college football, and the challenges facing the sport as conference leaders, television partners, and lawmakers all attempt to shape its future. We also talk about Chris’s unique journey from SEC player to broadcaster and the lessons he’s learned during his successful media career. And yes, we address perhaps the most important topic of all. Chris Doering takes three baths a day. Not showers. Baths. We’ll get to the bottom of that mystery as well. Thanks for listening and supporting Show Pony Media. Show Pony University Starts Wednesday Sign-up for Show Pony University here! [https://buy.stripe.com/9B6cN77eacD27Debs06Vq00] The next cohort of Show Pony University begins on Wednesday, June 3rd, at 8 PM Eastern. Over four weeks, I’ll teach the skills I’ve developed during more than two decades in national radio: • Show structure and preparation• Interviewing techniques• Teases, hooks, and audience retention• Finding your voice and building your brand• Creating content that people actually want to consume The first cohort exceeded every expectation I had. The feedback from students has been incredible, and several told me they received more practical broadcasting education in four weeks than they did during their college coursework. If you’re a podcaster, broadcaster, content creator, aspiring sports media member, or simply someone who wants to communicate more effectively, I’d love to have you join us. For details and registration, visit ShowPonyMedia.com. Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe [https://www.showponymedia.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Show Pony Live: Who Really Runs College Sports?

Today’s edition of Show Pony Live takes a look at the power struggle happening in college athletics as the SEC and Big 12 wrapped up their spring meetings. Who do Greg Sankey and Tony Petitti ultimately serve? Their schools? Their fans? Or the television networks writing billion-dollar checks? As playoff expansion discussions continue and the SEC and Big Ten gain more influence, I explore whether a super league is truly coming—and if the biggest conferences may be underestimating the backlash that could follow. I also discuss the latest developments involving Brendan Sorsby after new details emerged regarding his gambling activity while at Indiana. The case continues to raise difficult questions about sports betting, athlete responsibility, and the environment college athletes now operate within. Plus, a few thoughts from my weekend getaway with family. From the Kentucky Bourbon Trail to Kings Island and a Reds game in Cincinnati, it was a reminder that sports are ultimately about experiences and memories—not just television contracts and revenue projections. On Today’s Show: * SEC and Big 12 meeting takeaways * Who really holds power in college sports? * Greg Sankey, Tony Petitti, and the network influence question * Is a super league inevitable? * New revelations in the Brendan Sorsby case * Kentucky Bourbon Trail highlights * Kings Island and Cincinnati Reds trip recap Show Pony University Cohort #2 Starts Wednesday, June 3 The first cohort was an incredible success, and the feedback from students exceeded my expectations. If you’re interested in sports broadcasting, podcasting, interviewing, content creation, or building your personal brand, I’d love to have you join us. We’ll cover show preparation, interviewing, teases, audience retention, branding, and the skills I’ve learned from more than two decades in national sports radio. Registration is open now at ShowPonyMedia.com. Click the link to sign up. https://buy.stripe.com/9B6cN77eacD27Debs06Vq00 [https://buy.stripe.com/9B6cN77eacD27Debs06Vq00] Thanks for listening to Show Pony Live. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend. Every bit of support helps us continue growing this community. Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe [https://www.showponymedia.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]