Michael Kay, TV voice of the New York Yankees on the YES Network and co-host of the Michael Kay Show on ESPN New York radio is the guest for the "Broadcast Journal". He discusses his start in the newspaper industry covering the New Jersey Nets and later the New York Yankees. His early break in TV, working for MSG Network working alongside Al Trautwig with the Knicks coverage and reporter for Yankees broadcasts as well. His 10 year run with John Sterling on the Yankees radio broadcasts in the 90s and how that coincide with the great Yankees dynasty run in the late 90s-00s. His various roles at the YES Network and his favorite Yankee growing up and covering as a writer. All this and more on the "Broadcast Journal." Music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

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Broadcast Journal Episode #12: Michael Kay Interview

New York Yankees radio broadcaster Suzyn Waldman is the guest for this edition of the "Broadcast Journal." She discusses her career in theater and her transition to sports broadcasting for the fledgling WFAN back in the mid-1980s. Her days covering the Knicks and Yankees at WFAN as well as hosting a show in the midday. Her award winning reporting on the earthquake during the 1989 World Series and the aftermath. Her current role as the Yankees radio broadcaster and her relationship with John Sterling. All this and more on the "Broadcast Journal." Music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

Brodcast Journal Episode #11: Suzyn Waldman Interview

The 10th edition of the Broadcast Journal features Deb Placey, host and reporter for New Jersey Devils telecasts on MSG Networks. She talks about what a typical day is like preparing for the broadcast and then setting up the broadcast segments before going on-air. Her 1st job at ESPN as a production assistant. Her big break as a fill-in sports anchor in Illinois. Working at ESPN 2 in it's early days of existence and her days covering the Yankees on MSG Network during their dynasty in the late 90s. All this and more on the Broadcast Journal. Music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

Broadcast Journal Episode #10: Deb Placey Interview

The Broadcast Journal returns with Ian Eagle of the YES Network, CBS Sports, and the Tennis Channel. He talks about the Nets 111-95 loss to the Knicks and previews Sixers-Nets. He discusses the impact his parents had on becoming a sports broadcaster. The mentor-ship and later friendship he formed with Mike Tirico back in college at Syracuse. How he went from producing shows at WFAN to becoming studio host and later radio voice of the New York Jets. His favorite moments calling Nets games for 24 seasons and his 1st season calling NFL On CBS back in 1998. All this and more on the "Broadcast Journal." Music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

Broadcast Journal Episode #9: Ian Eagle Interview

Taylor Rooks, reporter/anchor for SportsNet New York (SNY) joins me for this edition of the Broadcast Journal. She discusses a typical work day at SNY. Her covering Illini football and basketball for Scout.com during college at the University of Illinois. Her passion for sports at any early age and how that led her to wanting to be a sportscaster. Her thoughts on her 1st on-air role as a reporter for the Pre-NIT WWB Championships at 19 years old. Her mentor in the industry and other individuals in the sports broadcasting industry she looks up to. Why she rather interview athletes about themselves rather than the strictly their profession and abilities. How social media has affected her career and how she navigates through it on a daily basis. All this and more on the Broadcast Journal. Music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

Broadcast Journal Episode #8: Taylor Rooks Interview

The "Broadcast Journal" returns with the one of the radio voices of the New York Mets and the radio voice for UCLA football and basketball, Josh Lewin. Lewin assesses the Mets 2017 season up to this point. His start interning with the Triple-A minor league team, the Rochester Red Wings. His early career stints with the Chicago Cubs and Baltimore Orioles. His big break with the fledgling FOX Sports back in the 1990s. His lengthy run as the TV voice of the Texas Rangers, all this and more on the "Broadcast Journal." Music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

Broadcast Journal Episode #7: Josh Lewin Interview

Brendan Burke, the new TV voice of the New York Islanders is my guest for the "Broadcast Journal". He discusses the Islanders 4-2 victory over the New Jersey Devils. His tour around visiting each NHL arena in this 1st season as a NHL broadcaster. His career starting at Ithaca College, to his pro start as a minor league baseball announcer, to the Wheeling Nailers in the ECHL, to the Peoria Rivermen in the AHL. Having to essentially get his job back when the Vancouver Canucks bought the franchise and moved it to Utica, NY. His favorite memories calling the Utica Comets, his expansive role with the team, and the connection between the franchise and team. Also, his relationship with former Islanders TV announcer, Howie Rose. All this and more on the Broadcast Journal. Music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

Broadcast Journal Episode #6: Brendan Burke Interview

Steve Cangialosi, the TV voice for the New Jersey Devils and New York Red Bulls is my guest for this edition of the "Broadcast Journal". He discusses the Devils 2016-2017 season as it winds down and the Red Bulls 2017 MLS season at it's early stages. His career from Sports Phone, to WNEW-AM, to 1010 WINS, and becoming an anchor on the New York 1 News in its beginning days. His ascension through the ranks of MSG Network, from SportsDesk anchor, to Devils and Metrostars/Red Bulls pre and post game studio host to his current roles as play-by-play announcer of both teams. All this and more on the "Broadcast Journal". Music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

Broadcast Journal #5: Steve Cangialosi Interview

On this edition of the "Broadcast Journal", the television voice of the New York Rangers on MSG Network Sam Rosen discusses his enshrinement into the Hockey Hall of Fame back in November 2016. His career starting as a statistician for the Knicks radio broadcasts and being mentored by legendary New York sports broadcaster Jim Gordon. Rising through the ranks from newsman in Connecticut, to UPI, to ESPN, and to his current position at MSG Network. His favorite memories and moments calling Ranger games and NFL games on FOX Sports. All this and more on the "Broadcast Journal." Music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

Broadcast Journal Episode #4: Sam Rosen Interview

My guest for this edition of the "Broadcast Journal" is Matt Loughlin, the radio play-by-play announcer for the New Jersey Devils. He talks about the Devils 3-0 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets. His early beginnings covering sports as a student at Seton Hall. Doing high school football for Suburban Cablevision TV3. His rise to the ranks at Sports Channel New York (now MSG Plus) from doing Hofstra lacrosse and football to pre and post game host for New Jersey Nets, New York Mets, and New Jersey Devils at different points. His current role as Devils radio announcer and so much more on the "Broadcast Journal". Music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

Broadcast Journal Episode #3: Matt Loughlin Interview

Don La Greca of WEPN ESPN New York Radio is my guest of this edition of the "Broadcast Journal". He assesses the New York Rangers 4-3 OT win vs the New Jersey Devils at the Prudential Center. His favorite Devils players growing up as a fan, his memories of Sports Phone and his time at WFAN. His beginnings at WEPN and the Michael Kay Show and how the show has grown since. His favorite calls as the Rangers fill-in radio play-by-play announcer and Jets pre and post game host, all that and more on the "Broadcast Journal." Music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

Broadcast Journal Episode #2: Don La Greca Interview

The debut edition of the "Broadcast Journal" where I interview New York Rangers radio play-by-play announcer Kenny Albert. He discusses growing up having legendary sports broadcaster Marv Albert as his father. The differences in prepping for hockey, football, and baseball. His favorites sports venues to call the game. All that and more on the "Broadcast Journal". Music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

Broadcast Journal Episode #1: Kenny Albert Interview

Aspiring sports broadcaster Kofi Appiah, Host of the "Broadcast Journal," interviews individuals in the sports broadcasting industry from play-by-play announcers, talk show hosts, and reporters about their lives and careers in sports. Opening and closing music is titled "Going Higher" courtesy of Royalty Free Music From Bensound.

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