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SI Media With Jimmy Traina

Every week on the Sports Illustrated Media Podcast, host Jimmy Traina sits down for an informal conversation with the biggest broadcasters, athletes, sports personalities, celebrities, and anybody else interested in sports or media. Plus, get a window into the storylines Jimmy is following closest in the weekly Traina Thoughts segment.

Episodes

The sports media landscape faces significant shifts as networks like NBC, Amazon, and Peacock integrate into NBA playoff coverage, highlighting persistent technical challenges and the ongoing transition toward streaming. The recent controversy surrounding Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel underscores the tension between p...

ESPN's Shams Charania

16 Apr 2026

1h 27m

AI processed

ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania details the high-pressure, 24/7 reality of breaking major league news, emphasizing that his process remains consistent regardless of the story's magnitude. He reflects on his career trajectory, which began at age 17, and addresses recent industry scrutiny regarding reporter ethics and so...