What does it take to become one of the most recognizable voices in sports broadcasting? Atlanta Hawks TV play-by-play announcer Bob Rathbun joins Kelly Crull on Crawl Me Maybe to share the incredible story of how a phone call at just 12 years old changed his life forever.

Bob reflects on his journey from a small radio station in Salisbury, North Carolina, to calling games for the Detroit Tigers, Atlanta Braves, and Atlanta Hawks. Along the way, he shares unforgettable stories about Marty Brennaman, Sparky Anderson, Bo Schembechler, Greg Maddux, Bobby Cox, Dominique Wilkins, and longtime broadcast partner Nick Ressler.

The conversation also dives into the importance of preparation, mentorship, finding your voice as a broadcaster, and why Bob still loves every moment of walking into an arena after decades behind the microphone.

🏀 In this episode:


How Bob Rathbun got his first broadcasting opportunity at age 12


The advice that launched his Hall of Fame-worthy career


Stories from the Braves' dynasty years and the Detroit Tigers


Working alongside Dominique Wilkins and covering the Hawks


Why preparation is the key to longevity in broadcasting


Advice for aspiring sports broadcasters

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What does it take to become one of the most recognizable voices in sports broadcasting? Atlanta Hawks TV play-by-play announcer Bob Rathbun joins Kelly Crull on&nbsp;Crawl Me Maybe to share the incredible story of how a phone call at just 12 years old changed his life forever.
Bob reflects on his journey from a small radio station in Salisbury, North Carolina, to calling games for the Detroit Tigers, Atlanta Braves, and Atlanta Hawks. Along the way, he shares unforgettable stories about Marty Brennaman, Sparky Anderson, Bo Schembechler, Greg Maddux, Bobby Cox, Dominique Wilkins, and longtime broadcast partner Nick Ressler.
The conversation also dives into the importance of preparation, mentorship, finding your voice as a broadcaster, and why Bob still loves every moment of walking into an arena after decades behind the microphone.
🏀 In this episode:
<ul>
<li>
How Bob Rathbun got his first broadcasting opportunity at age 12
</li>
<li>
The advice that launched his Hall of Fame-worthy career
</li>
<li>
Stories from the Braves' dynasty years and the Detroit Tigers
</li>
<li>
Working alongside Dominique Wilkins and covering the Hawks
</li>
<li>
Why preparation is the key to longevity in broadcasting
</li>
<li>
Advice for aspiring sports broadcasters
</li>
</ul>
If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to like the video, subscribe for more interviews, and let us know your favorite Bob Rathbun story in the comments!
#BobRathbun #AtlantaHawks #NBA #AtlantaBraves #SportsBroadcasting #KellyCrull #Broadcasting #Basketball #MLB #SportsMedia

Crull Me Maybe is the podcast where broadcaster Kelly Crull goes beyond the professional resumes and public personas to connect with guests on a deeper, more personal level. Each week, Kelly invites athletes, entertainers, media personalities, and hometown heroes to open up about the stories, moments, and relationships that have shaped who they are — not just what they do.

From childhood dreams to life’s biggest curveballs, Crull Me Maybe is a conversation space for laughs, honesty, and everything in between.

New episodes drop weekly. Subscribe and get to know the real people behind the public figures.

Crull Me Maybe is the podcast where broadcaster Kelly Crull goes beyond the professional resumes and public personas to connect with guests on a deeper, more personal level. Each week, Kelly invites athletes, entertainers, media personalities, and hometown heroes to open up about the stories, moments, and relationships that have shaped who they are &mdash; not just what they do.
From childhood dreams to life&rsquo;s biggest curveballs, Crull Me Maybe is a conversation space for laughs, honesty, and everything in between.
New episodes drop weekly. Subscribe and get to know the real people behind the public figures.

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How Bob Rathbun Became the Voice of the Atlanta Hawks | Crull Me Maybe

This week on Crull Me Maybe, Kelly Crull is joined by longtime friend, acclaimed baseball journalist, and MLB insider Alanna Rizzo for an honest and inspiring conversation about career pivots, chasing dreams, baseball, family, and finding balance.

From covering the Colorado Rockies and MLB Network to becoming a World Series-winning broadcaster with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Alanna shares the winding path that led her to one of the most respected careers in baseball media. She reflects on the risks she took, the lessons she learned, and the advice she'd give her 10-year-old self today.

Kelly and Alanna discuss:
⚾ How Alanna went from a business career to sports journalism
⚾ Starting from the bottom in local television and working her way to MLB Network
⚾ Seven unforgettable seasons covering the Dodgers
⚾ Working alongside legends like Vin Scully, Oral Hershiser, and Nomar Garciaparra
⚾ The sacrifices and realities of life in sports broadcasting
⚾ Why putting family first changed her perspective forever
⚾ Her thoughts on the Braves, Dodgers, Phillies, and the NL playoff race
⚾ All-Star Week in Philadelphia and the personalities that stood out
⚾ The incredible mission behind Guidry's Guardian Foundation and rescuing dogs in need

Alanna also opens up about one of the most difficult decisions of her career: leaving the Dodgers after their 2020 World Series championship and choosing a different path focused on family, happiness, and work-life balance. 

Whether you're a baseball fan, aspiring broadcaster, or someone looking for inspiration to take a chance on yourself, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughter, and heartfelt stories.

🐾 Learn more about Guidry's Guardian Foundation: https://guidrysguardian.org

This week on Crull Me Maybe, Kelly Crull is joined by longtime friend, acclaimed baseball journalist, and MLB insider Alanna Rizzo for an honest and inspiring conversation about career pivots, chasing dreams, baseball, family, and finding balance.
From covering the Colorado Rockies and MLB Network to becoming a World Series-winning broadcaster with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Alanna shares the winding path that led her to one of the most respected careers in baseball media. She reflects on the risks she took, the lessons she learned, and the advice she'd give her 10-year-old self today.
Kelly and Alanna discuss:
<ul>
<li>⚾ How Alanna went from a business career to sports journalism</li>
<li>⚾ Starting from the bottom in local television and working her way to MLB Network</li>
<li>⚾ Seven unforgettable seasons covering the Dodgers</li>
<li>⚾ Working alongside legends like Vin Scully, Oral Hershiser, and Nomar Garciaparra</li>
<li>⚾ The sacrifices and realities of life in sports broadcasting</li>
<li>⚾ Why putting family first changed her perspective forever</li>
<li>⚾ Her thoughts on the Braves, Dodgers, Phillies, and the NL playoff race</li>
<li>⚾ All-Star Week in Philadelphia and the personalities that stood out</li>
<li>⚾ The incredible mission behind Guidry's Guardian Foundation and rescuing dogs in need</li>
</ul>
Alanna also opens up about one of the most difficult decisions of her career: leaving the Dodgers after their 2020 World Series championship and choosing a different path focused on family, happiness, and work-life balance.&nbsp;
Whether you're a baseball fan, aspiring broadcaster, or someone looking for inspiration to take a chance on yourself, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughter, and heartfelt stories.
🐾 Learn more about Guidry's Guardian Foundation: https://guidrysguardian.org

Crull Me Maybe with Alanna Rizzo | From MLB Dreams to Dodgers Glory and Life Beyond Baseball

Kelly Crull sits down with Dani Wexelman for an inspiring conversation about the winding road to one of the biggest jobs in baseball.

Dani shares how growing up in St. Louis led her to covering the Cardinals, the setbacks and layoffs that shaped her career, and why embracing failure has been the key to her success. The two also discuss the demanding grind of a 162-game MLB season, balancing multiple broadcasting roles, the importance of storytelling, and why there isn't just one path to making it in sports media.

Whether you're a baseball fan, an aspiring broadcaster, or someone chasing a dream, this episode is full of honest advice, career lessons, and behind-the-scenes stories from two of baseball's most respected voices. 

In this episode:
Dani Wexelman's journey from Mizzou to the St. Louis Cardinals
Overcoming career setbacks and staying resilient - The realities of working a 162-game MLB season 
Play-by-play, sideline reporting, and finding your broadcasting voice 
Women in sports media and creating opportunities 
Why failure can be your greatest teacher 
The power of storytelling in baseball 

Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations with the biggest names in sports on Crull Me Maybe with Kelly Crull.

Kelly Crull sits down with Dani Wexelman for an inspiring conversation about the winding road to one of the biggest jobs in baseball.
Dani shares how growing up in St. Louis led her to covering the Cardinals, the setbacks and layoffs that shaped her career, and why embracing failure has been the key to her success. The two also discuss the demanding grind of a 162-game MLB season, balancing multiple broadcasting roles, the importance of storytelling, and why there isn't just one path to making it in sports media.
Whether you're a baseball fan, an aspiring broadcaster, or someone chasing a dream, this episode is full of honest advice, career lessons, and behind-the-scenes stories from two of baseball's most respected voices.&nbsp;
In this episode:
<ul>
<li>Dani Wexelman's journey from Mizzou to the St. Louis Cardinals</li>
<li>Overcoming career setbacks and staying resilient - The realities of working a 162-game MLB season&nbsp;</li>
<li>Play-by-play, sideline reporting, and finding your broadcasting voice&nbsp;</li>
<li>Women in sports media and creating opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Why failure can be your greatest teacher&nbsp;</li>
<li>The power of storytelling in baseball&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations with the biggest names in sports on Crull Me Maybe with Kelly Crull.

Dani Wexelman on Storytelling, Baseball & Never Giving Up

Filipe Costa joins Crawl Me Maybe for a deep and entertaining conversation about his journey from international tennis upbringing to college success at the University of Georgia — and now stepping into the professional stage with INTENNSE Tennis League.

Felipe reflects on moving 16 times growing up, the lessons learned from different cultures, battling through injuries and five knee surgeries, and how those experiences shaped both his game and his coaching mindset. He also breaks down his time at Georgia, competing alongside elite teammates, and why returning home helped define his career.

Now entering INTENNSE Tennis as a player after working in broadcasting last season, Felipe explains what drew him to the league’s fast-paced, team-driven format and how it changes the traditional tennis experience. From playing style and team chemistry to crowd energy and mixed-gender competition, he gives insight into what makes INTENNSE so unique.

We also dive into Costa Tennis Academy, his coaching philosophy built around simplifying the game for players at all levels, and how he hopes to help others become their own coaches on court.

Plus: rapid-fire questions, hidden talents (including guitar and songwriting), toughest opponents, and what’s next for him in this new chapter.

🎾 Topics Covered:
- Growing up moving across multiple countries
- Overcoming injuries and setbacks
- University of Georgia tennis experience
- Transition from broadcaster to professional player
- INTENNSE Tennis League preview
- Team Freeze dynamics and chemistry
- Costa Tennis Academy coaching philosophy
- Rapid-fire Q&A + fun insights

A must-watch for tennis fans, Georgia supporters, and anyone interested in the future of the sport.

Filipe Costa joins Crawl Me Maybe for a deep and entertaining conversation about his journey from international tennis upbringing to college success at the University of Georgia &mdash; and now stepping into the professional stage with INTENNSE Tennis League.
Felipe reflects on moving 16 times growing up, the lessons learned from different cultures, battling through injuries and five knee surgeries, and how those experiences shaped both his game and his coaching mindset. He also breaks down his time at Georgia, competing alongside elite teammates, and why returning home helped define his career.
Now entering INTENNSE Tennis as a player after working in broadcasting last season, Felipe explains what drew him to the league&rsquo;s fast-paced, team-driven format and how it changes the traditional tennis experience. From playing style and team chemistry to crowd energy and mixed-gender competition, he gives insight into what makes INTENNSE so unique.
We also dive into Costa Tennis Academy, his coaching philosophy built around simplifying the game for players at all levels, and how he hopes to help others become their own coaches on court.
Plus: rapid-fire questions, hidden talents (including guitar and songwriting), toughest opponents, and what&rsquo;s next for him in this new chapter.
🎾 Topics Covered: - Growing up moving across multiple countries - Overcoming injuries and setbacks - University of Georgia tennis experience - Transition from broadcaster to professional player - INTENNSE Tennis League preview - Team Freeze dynamics and chemistry - Costa Tennis Academy coaching philosophy - Rapid-fire Q&amp;A + fun insights
A must-watch for tennis fans, Georgia supporters, and anyone interested in the future of the sport.

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