Tag: Sports Broadcasting
Storytelling, Sports, and Second Chances with Alanna Rizzo (Ep. 20)

Storytelling, Sports, and Second Chances with Alanna Rizzo (Ep. 20)

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From Dodger Stadium to dog rescue, Alanna Rizzo has lived a career full of purpose, passion, and transformation. Her story shows how following your heart can lead to unexpected and deeply meaningful paths.

In this episode, Jeremy Dicker sits down with Emmy Award–winning sports broadcaster Alanna Rizzo to discuss her journey from breaking into sports media to becoming a familiar face on the Los Angeles Dodgers broadcast team. They reflect on the changing landscape of baseball, the rise of AI in storytelling, and why the human connection remains irreplaceable. Alanna also shares how her love of animals inspired her to found Guidry’s Guardian Foundation, where she works tirelessly to rescue dogs and raise awareness about adoption. It’s a conversation that blends sports, purpose, and compassion into one unforgettable episode.

What to Expect:

  • How Alanna took a leap of faith to pursue her passion for sports journalism
  • Her seven unforgettable years on the Dodgers broadcast team
  • The rise of AI in storytelling and why human connection still matters most
  • The founding of Guidry’s Guardian Foundation and the impact it’s making for dogs in need
  • And more!

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Alanna Rizzo is a seven-time Emmy Award-winning sports broadcaster with national and team-level experience, including seven seasons as a reporter with the Los Angeles Dodgers on SportsNet LA. Today, she contributes to Dodgers Territory, Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal, NESN, and Blue Jays Central, while also running Guidry’s Guardian Foundation, dedicated to rescuing dogs from high-kill shelters.

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From Selling Cars to Calling the World Series: Kevin Burkhardt’s Journey (Ep. 14)

From Selling Cars to Calling the World Series: Kevin Burkhardt’s Journey (Ep. 14)

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What does it take to make your dreams a reality?

Find out as Jeremy Dicker sits down with his long-time friend and renowned broadcaster, Kevin Burkhardt. This episode delves into Kevin’s incredible journey from selling cars to calling the World Series and NFL games with legends like Tom Brady. Through candid storytelling, Kevin shares how determination and a little luck moved him from local radio to major TV networks.

Jeremy and Kevin discuss:

  • (01:22) Kevin’s early broadcasting days and breaking into the industry
  • (06:15) Realizing his potential at WFAN and entering big-league broadcasting
  • (08:35) The immense preparation required for covering major sporting events
  • (13:14) Navigating relationships with legendary co-hosts like Big Papi, A-Rod, and more
  • (16:40) Insights into the explosive growth of sports contracts
  • (23:23) The surge in baseball injuries and the evolving training landscape

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About our Kevin Burkhardt: 

Kevin Burkhardt is a prominent American sportscaster, best known as the lead play-by-play announcer for FOX’s NFL coverage and the studio host for FOX’s Major League Baseball broadcasts. Born on March 2, 1974, in Bloomfield, New Jersey, he graduated with a degree in communications from William Paterson University. Before making it big, Burkhardt held local radio jobs at stations like WGHT and WFAN, and even sold cars to make ends meet while chasing his dream of becoming a professional broadcaster. His big break came in 2007 when he became a field reporter for the New York Mets on SNY, which opened the door to a national role with FOX Sports in 2013.

Since joining FOX, Burkhardt has called NFL games alongside analysts such as John Lynch and Greg Olsen, and was named the lead announcer for Super Bowl LVII in 2023. He also anchors FOX’s MLB coverage, including the regular season, All-Star Game, and Postseason. Known for his approachable style and strong chemistry with his co-commentators, Burkhardt has earned a reputation as one of the most trusted and versatile voices in American sports broadcasting.

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