The Rob Parker Episode

The Noah Eagle Episode

In this episode of 'The Pressroom,' host Dhani Joseph interviews Emmy Award winning sports broadcaster Noah Eagle. Fresh out of college, Noah landed a job as the LA Clippers' radio play-by-play announcer, before going on to cover Big Ten Football, NBA Summer League, among other assignments. The two discuss his early dreams of becoming a 'TV dentist,' his pragmatic approach to broadcasting inspired by his father, and his experiences at Syracuse University where he honed his broadcasting skills. Noah emphasizes the importance of saying yes to all opportunities and reflects on handling self-doubt. The episode also covers his transition to high-profile gigs in the NFL and his unique Nickelodeon Super Bowl broadcast. Finally Noah previews his next assignment covering Team USA Basketball at the Paris Olympics.

The Mike Curtis Episode

In this episode of 'The Press Room,' Dhani Joseph interviews sports journalist Mike Curtis about his career path from covering high school and college sports to the NBA. Curtis shares his unique experiences, including his time at Syracuse.com [http://Syracuse.com] and The Detroit News, his jump to cover the Dallas Mavericks mid-season, and his first-hand account of the Mavericks' playoff run. He discusses the importance of networking, mentorship, and early opportunities in journalism, as well as his participation in the Sports Journalism Institute. Curtis also touches on the challenges and rewards of covering professional sports teams, building relationships, and his memorable experience voting for the NBA Finals MVP.

The Rob Parker Episode

Dhani Joseph hosts the inaugural episode of 'The Pressroom' featuring veteran sports journalist Rob Parker. They discuss Parker's early influences, including a second-grade teacher and the TV show 'The Odd Couple,' his early career, and journalism education. Parker shares his journey from interning at various media outlets to becoming the first black columnist at the Detroit Free Press. The conversation also covers his long-time friendship with Stephen A. Smith, the transition from newspapers to TV, and his current role on Fox Sports Radio's 'The Odd Couple.' They also delve into his opinions on current sports topics, such as the Lakers drafting Bronny James and the GOAT debate between LeBron James and Michael Jordan.