Podcast Summary
Birthday Gifts and Weather Disagreements: Jason and Will discuss their contrasting reactions to unexpected birthday gifts and their differing preferences for the weather, leading to a playful banter between them.
The hosts of the podcast, Jason and Will, had a playful banter about the upcoming cold weather in Southern California and the gifts they received for their birthdays. Jason received some unexpected and less desirable gifts from Will, including snack foods and Laura Piano items, which led to some frustration and conflict with his wife over the expectation of reciprocal nice gifts. Meanwhile, Will defended his actions and mentioned that he had gotten a nice gift for his wife's birthday. The conversation also touched upon their contrasting preferences for the weather and their experiences with the Laura Piano brand. Overall, the discussion showcased the dynamic and humorous dynamic between the two friends.
Discussing Merchandise and Upcoming Guest: Hosts share excitement for merchandise and upcoming guest, a renowned sports broadcaster with multiple Emmy awards and a presence in various sports halls of fame.
The hosts of the Smartless podcast were discussing their excitement for merchandise available on their website, WondryShop.com, and shared stories about promoting the brand in public. They also introduced their upcoming guest, a renowned sports broadcaster named Will, who has achieved great success with multiple Emmy awards and a presence in various sports halls of fame. The hosts expressed their admiration for him and anticipated an engaging conversation with him on the show. Additionally, they mentioned their past guests who were highly accomplished individuals.
Al Michaels' Enduring Love for Sports: Broadcaster Al Michaels continues to find joy in sports, maintaining a fan's perspective despite a long career and demanding schedule.
Al Michaels, despite his long and accomplished career in sports broadcasting, maintains a deep love for sports and continues to find joy in the experience, even amidst the challenges of travel and long hours. Michaels, who has called iconic games such as the "Miracle on Ice," remains passionate about the industry and continues to approach each new experience with excitement and curiosity, whether he's in the broadcast booth or in the stands as a fan. Despite the demands of his career, Michaels has managed to keep a balance between his professional and personal life, making it a point to enjoy the cities he travels to and connect with the people and cultures he encounters along the way. Michaels' enduring love for sports and his ability to maintain a fan's perspective, even as a broadcaster, is a testament to his dedication and passion for the industry.
Grew up near Dodgers stadium, inspired by Vin Scully's broadcasting: Passion for sports ignited by childhood experiences, driven by love for baseball and influential broadcasters.
The speaker's deep-rooted love for sports, particularly baseball, started at a young age when he grew up within walking distance of the Brooklyn Dodgers' stadium. Vin Scully's voice and broadcasting played a significant role in sparking his passion for the game, leading him to dream of both playing and calling the game professionally. Despite facing challenges and needing many breaks along the way, he achieved his goal and looked back on his career with awe. The speaker's fandom is so strong that he can't imagine an off night without sports, and he continues to dream of a Stanley Cup win for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
The Power of Exceptional Storytelling and Targeted Marketing: Legendary broadcaster Vin Scully's impact on listeners and the ability of Allstate's DriveWise feature and LinkedIn's targeted advertising to reach specific audiences highlight the importance of exceptional storytelling and targeted marketing strategies.
Vin Scully, a legendary broadcaster with a remarkable 67-year career in Major League Baseball, had an extraordinary ability to make any game or story more engaging and interesting. His impact on listeners was so profound that they would wait to hear him finish a story before leaving their cars. Vinny's unique charm and charisma transcended golf courses and industries, making him a favorite among many. For safe drivers seeking savings on auto insurance, Allstate's DriveWise feature offers a personalized rate based on individual driving habits. Similarly, B2B marketers can effectively reach their professional audience by utilizing LinkedIn's targeted advertising capabilities. Vin Scully's impact on baseball and broadcasting, and the potential savings for safe drivers and B2B marketers, serve as significant reminders of the power of exceptional storytelling and targeted marketing strategies.
Seizing Opportunities and Persistence in Broadcasting: LinkedIn offers a vast business audience, seize opportunities and be persistent for success in B2B advertising
LinkedIn offers a unique opportunity to reach a large number of business decision-makers, making it an ideal platform for B2B advertising. Al Michaels, a renowned sports broadcaster, shares his personal journey of starting in radio broadcasting at Arizona State University. He emphasizes the importance of seizing opportunities and being persistent, which led him to broadcast minor league baseball in Hawaii and eventually reaching the professional level. Similarly, businesses can focus on reaching the right audience on LinkedIn through targeted ads, increasing their chances of success. So, whether you're a small business or a large corporation, LinkedIn is the place to be to connect with potential customers and grow your business.
Tommy Lasorda recognizes Al Michaels' potential during a baseball series in Hawaii: Tommy Lasorda's ejection from a game led him to recognize Al Michaels' talent as a broadcaster, which eventually led to Michaels' career in MLB broadcasting. Bobby Valentine, another notable player on the team, was also highly regarded by Lasorda despite injury-prone career.
During his time playing in the Pacific Coast League in the late 1960s and early 1970s, Tommy Lasorda, then the manager of the Spokane Indians (Dodgers' farm team), recognized the potential of broadcaster Al Michaels while both were in Hawaii for a baseball series. Lasorda, known for his fiery temper, was repeatedly ejected from games, and during one of these incidents, he mentioned Michaels' talent to Al Campanis, the Dodgers' general manager. This conversation led to Michaels' eventual career in Major League Baseball broadcasting. Additionally, Bobby Valentine, another notable player on the Spokane team, attempted to return to a game in disguise after being ejected as manager of the Mets in the 1990s. Despite his injury-prone career, Valentine was highly regarded by Lasorda and the Dodger organization for his athletic abilities.
The power of perseverance and new opportunities: Starting from the bottom, Al Trautwig's determination and hard work led him to unexpected opportunities and a successful broadcasting career with the Cincinnati Reds.
Determination and hard work can lead to unexpected opportunities. Al Trautwig's story illustrates this idea perfectly. He started his broadcasting career calling games in Hawaii with no audience, but he kept at it, gaining valuable experience. His big break came when the Cincinnati Reds noticed him and offered him the number one job on their team. This was a major leap for Al, going from the warm and colorful Hawaii to the cold and gray Cincinnati. Despite the initial shock and longing for home, Al's career took off, and he became a successful broadcaster for the Reds during their prime years. This story highlights the importance of perseverance and being open to new opportunities, even when they seem daunting or unfamiliar.
Al and Mary Lou's exceptional memories make their stories engaging: Al's unique ability to recall details brings life to hockey broadcasts, making even the most mundane topics interesting
Al and Mary Lou have exceptional memories and ability to recall details, which makes their stories more engaging and complete. Jimmy Burrows, a mutual friend, once mentioned that Al's co-hosts are like his sons. Al jokingly asked if they were in his will, to which the phone line went dead. Hockey is the hardest sport to call on radio due to the frequent changes of possession and the need to constantly specify where the puck is and who has it. Despite the challenges, Al finds joy in sharing stories and bringing details to life, making even the most mundane topics interesting.
Observing Live Sports with the Naked Eye for Effective Commentary: Effective sports commentary requires observing live events with the naked eye, especially in fast-paced sports like hockey, and filling the airtime with engaging stories and prioritized information.
Al Michaels, a renowned sports broadcaster, emphasizes the importance of observing live sports events with the naked eye for effective commentary. Unlike baseball, where he can look at the monitor during shot changes, hockey requires him to keep track of the puck and the action on the ice in real-time. Michaels, who has called numerous high-profile hockey games, including the Olympics and Stanley Cup Finals, has developed this skill through years of experience. He believes that the art of sports commentary involves filling the airtime with engaging stories and information that resonates with the audience. Michaels also acknowledged the challenge of dealing with the vast amount of data available in modern sports analysis and the need to prioritize what information to share with viewers.
Less is more in sports commentary: Speaker values economy of words, letting pictures tell story, and appreciating incredible moments in sports. October and February are top sports months for basketball, hockey, and baseball.
Less is more when it comes to commentating sports on television. The speaker believes in letting the pictures do the talking and using economy of words to describe incredible moments. He values the importance of letting viewers exalt and enjoy what they're seeing. October and February are considered the greatest sports months, with basketball and hockey starting in October and baseball finishing in September. The American Express Platinum Card offers access to exclusive experiences, and this episode of Smartless is brought to you by Booking.com, where you can find countless options for any type of traveler and let them handle the rest.
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Modern sports stadiums offer more than just sports: These stadiums have transformed into destinations, combining sports with shopping, dining, and entertainment.
The evolution of sports stadiums, like the transformation of Pac Bell Park into Oracle Park in San Francisco, has significantly enhanced the fan experience. These modern stadiums, often accompanied by shopping malls and entertainment venues, offer more than just sports and have become destinations in themselves. The speaker, an experienced sports broadcaster, shares his fondness for these facilities and his excitement for the upcoming projects, such as SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. He also emphasizes his professional approach to calling games, focusing on the drama and authenticity of the action, rather than hiding biases or forcing excitement.
Working with Legends in Sports Broadcasting: Broadcaster shared stories of working with legendary partners like Kurt Goudy, Vince Scully, and Ken Dryden, expressing gratitude for the experiences and cherishing the memories
The speaker, a broadcaster, had the privilege of working with numerous great partners and co-conspirators throughout his career in various sports broadcasts. He shared stories of his experiences working with legends like Kurt Goudy, Vince Scully, and Ken Dryden, and recalled feeling nervous during his first World Series broadcast. He also mentioned his fondness for partners like Bob Euchar and Howard Cosell, even though he never did a game with the latter. The speaker expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with such esteemed individuals and cherished the memories from those experiences.
Announcers' lively conversations during baseball game: Announcers Howard and Yuka engage in entertaining and informative discussions, sharing stories and debating topics, creating a conversational tone for the baseball game broadcast.
During a baseball game broadcast, the announcers, Howard and Yuka, engage in lively conversations, often reminiscing about past experiences and debating various topics. These conversations can range from the serious, such as discussing the perspective of addressing a large audience, to the lighthearted, like debating the meaning of truculant or discussing the best hot dogs. Despite the large audience, they try to maintain a conversational tone as if speaking to one person. They also share stories about their experiences, like Bob Euchar's desire to change the color of baseballs, and the challenges of finding enough diseased horses for a proposed idea. Overall, their conversations add depth and entertainment to the broadcast.
Al Michaels' Food Preferences and Pete Rose's Gambling Past: Legendary sports broadcaster Al Michaels shares his love for meat and dislike for vegetables, revealing humorous stories of sneaking veggies into his diet. He also expresses admiration for Pete Rose, a baseball great banned from baseball for gambling, advocating for his inclusion in the 'Hall of Fame of your mind'.
Al Michaels, a legendary sports broadcaster, shares his unique food preferences and stories, revealing his love for meat and dislike for vegetables. He shares anecdotes about sneaking vegetables into his diet, such as the time he was tricked into eating Brussels sprouts disguised as French fries. Michaels also expresses his admiration for Pete Rose, a baseball great who broke records but was banned from baseball due to gambling. Michaels believes that while Rose may not make it into the official Baseball Hall of Fame due to his gambling past, he deserves a place in the "Hall of Fame of your mind" for his impressive career. The conversation also touches upon the normalization of gambling in sports and its potential impact on figures like Pete Rose.
Al Michaels' enduring influence in sports broadcasting: Al Michaels' storytelling and shared experiences keep him beloved in sports broadcasting, focusing on accomplishments rather than off-field actions.
Al Michaels, despite the passing of time and changing sports landscape, remains a beloved and influential figure in sports broadcasting due to his ability to connect with fans through his storytelling and shared experiences. The Hall of Fame debate surrounding Pete Rose may be sad, but Michaels emphasizes focusing on a player's accomplishments during their career rather than their off-field actions. Michaels' longevity and enthusiasm for his work, which spans decades and various platforms, continue to captivate audiences and make him a beloved figure in sports broadcasting.
Exploring the Darker Corners of History and the Paranormal: Morbid podcast offers listeners a blend of true crime, spooky tales, and comedy, with a touch of research and a dash of weirdness.
The speakers on the Morbid podcast express their enthusiasm for true crime stories, biographic films, and the iconic voice of a particular figure. They appreciate the natural storytelling style and enjoy the mix of humor, sarcasm, and cursing in their discussions. The podcast, Morbid, offers listeners a blend of true crime, spooky tales, and comedy, with a touch of research and a dash of weirdness. The speakers invite listeners to join them on their journey into the darker corners of history and the paranormal. If you're a fan of true crime, dark humor, and the macabre, Morbid is the podcast for you. You can listen to it on the Wondery app or wherever you get your podcasts. Join Wondery Plus for early access and ad-free listening.