Patrick Smith

Yes, Paul Tripp is my Dad

I'm back! After an eventful time off, which included some major life changes The Press returns with my Dad - known by many as Dr. Paul David Tripp. We talked about taking risks, and he explained his own experience with a major career leap. How did it all work for him, and how has ministry changed through the years? I learned he wanted to be a journalist and took part in activism during tumultuous years while he was in high school and college. And what's it like doing ministry in 2018? Social media can be good! Also - I heard his name chanted at a rehearsal dinner he wasn't at for a couple he doesn't eve know. Enjoy!

Episode 20: Apple Cup Preview - Christian Caple and Jacob Thorpe, Plus Gabe Marks Returns

This two-part Apple Cup Edition begins with former Washington and Washington St. beat writers Christian Caple and Jacob Thorpe. They get us caught up on what they've been up to since leaving their newspaper jobs, before discussing the two programs ahead of their showdown Saturday. Then former Coug wideout Gabe Marks returns (47:18) to talk about his new website: westcoast-offense.com. He also shares his experiences in the rivalry game and what a win would mean for the program.

Patrick Smith

Good friend, fellow Towson alum and Getty Staff Photographer Patrick Smith shares his experiences from the sidelines of the biggest events in sports. We discuss the college days and how he got into photography. Patrick talks about his early career, and a traumatic event that landed him back home in Baltimore, where he got a life-changing career opportunity. He fills us in on what it's like to shoot the Olympics - and what sporting events he'd like to cover - and his favorite athletes and venues. We also talk about some cool side projects he's done and the type of photos that catch his eye.

Jordan Conn

Jordan Conn is a features writer for The Ringer. Long before he landed that gig he was a high school friend of mine, who inspired me to pursue a career in sports journalism. We discuss the types of stories he enjoys writing, and the process of writing them - from immersing himself in the topic or subject, to piecing it together on the page. I asked Jordan how he had such a clear vision for his career as a teenager, and he described the path he took since our high school days. He reflects on Grantland, and talks about The Ringer. And he briefly fills us in on a new project - his first book.

Shea Serrano

Two-time New York Times bestselling author Shea Serrano discusses his new book, Basketball (And Other Things). He talks about the anxiousness that comes with a new release, even with the previous success of The Rap Year Book. Shea explains the idea behind BAOT and how he came up with the questions that formed its 33 chapters, as well as his relationship with illustrator Arturo Torres. We talk about two basketball icons that spurred our love for basketball. He discusses how he got into writing, and the path that led him to Grantland, and now The Ringer. Shea also talks about his new TV project, and gives an album recommendation.