Episode 439 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with NFL Network insider, Ian Rapoport. 

Rapoport talks about why he loves covering the NFL Draft, what NFL event causes him to get the least amount of sleep, thoughts about the 2023 NFL schedule release, competing with ESPN's Adam Schefter, Aaron Rodgers telling Pat McAfee that Rapoport "doesn't know s--t about him," enjoying the Shams vs. Woj rivalry, his favorite experience breaking a story, his biggest mistake breaking a story and much more.

Following Rapoport, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. Topics covered include ESPN using old footage of the Twin Towers during an NBA playoff game, Aaron Rodgers embracing New York, Twitter life without a blue check and much more.

Episode 439 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features an interview with NFL Network insider, Ian Rapoport.  Rapoport talks about why he loves covering the NFL Draft, what NFL event causes him to get the least amount of sleep, thoughts about the 2023 NFL schedule release, competing with ESPN's Adam Schefter, Aaron Rodgers telling Pat McAfee that Rapoport "doesn't know s--t about him," enjoying the Shams vs. Woj rivalry, his favorite experience breaking a story, his biggest mistake breaking a story and much more. Following Rapoport, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. Topics covered include ESPN using old footage of the Twin Towers during an NBA playoff game, Aaron Rodgers embracing New York, Twitter life without a blue check and much more.

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Episode 490 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with the new WWE Undisputed Heavyweight champion, Cody Rhodes.
Rhodes talks about "finishing his story" at WrestleMania 40 by beating Roman Reigns for the title, the epic main event which featured appearances by John Cena and The Undertaker and whether he had a moment with Reigns after the match.
Rhodes also discusses the WWE changing the WrestleMania event after it was announced that it would be The Rock vs. Reigns, the WWE pushing the envelope with its content during the storyline of Rhodes vs. The Bloodline, the special gift that Triple H gave him after the WrestleMania main event, the Undertaker taking the place of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin during the main event and Paul Heyman's Hall of Fame speech.
Other topics covered during the interview include Rhodes' tour bus catching on fire during WrestleMania weekend, his love of giving out gifts, issues with going to Disney World, being a "needy" superstar and much more.

Episode 490 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with the new WWE Undisputed Heavyweight champion, Cody Rhodes. Rhodes talks about "finishing his story" at WrestleMania 40 by beating Roman Reigns for the title, the epic main event which featured appearances by John Cena and The Undertaker and whether he had a moment with Reigns after the match. Rhodes also discusses the WWE changing the WrestleMania event after it was announced that it would be The Rock vs. Reigns, the WWE pushing the envelope with its content during the storyline of Rhodes vs. The Bloodline, the special gift that Triple H gave him after the WrestleMania main event, the Undertaker taking the place of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin during the main event and Paul Heyman's Hall of Fame speech. Other topics covered during the interview include Rhodes' tour bus catching on fire during WrestleMania weekend, his love of giving out gifts, issues with going to Disney World, being a "needy" superstar and much more.

Undisputed WWE Champion, Cody Rhodes

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Episode 489 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features three segments.


First up is author and reporter, Jim Miller, to discuss ESPN parting ways with Senior Vice President, Norby Williamson. Williamson, who was at ESPN for 40 years, has been called out a couple of times by Pat McAfee for being "a rat" and leaking negative stories. Miller explains why ESPN cut ties with Williamson, shares his thoughts on the McAfee-Williamson feud and discusses reaction to Williamson's dismissal.


Miller also talks about the possibility of ESPN buying the NFL Network, the challenges facing ESPN today and more.


Following Miller, Dan Rapaport from Barstool's "Fore Play Podcast" joins the show to talk about the Masters and offer Masters betting advice. Should you bet on Tiger Woods making the cut? Who would make a good long-shot bet to win the tournament? What prop should you bet on Saturday and Sunday of the tournament? Is there any risk in betting Scottie Scheffler to finish in the top five?


Following Rapaport, Sal Licata from WFAN and SNY joins Jimmy for the weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week's topics include a recap of WrestleMania 40, the Yankees' hot start, Sal's issues with his new house and more.

Episode 489 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features three segments.
 First up is author and reporter, Jim Miller, to discuss ESPN parting ways with Senior Vice President, Norby Williamson. Williamson, who was at ESPN for 40 years, has been called out a couple of times by Pat McAfee for being "a rat" and leaking negative stories. Miller explains why ESPN cut ties with Williamson, shares his thoughts on the McAfee-Williamson feud and discusses reaction to Williamson's dismissal.
 Miller also talks about the possibility of ESPN buying the NFL Network, the challenges facing ESPN today and more.
 Following Miller, Dan Rapaport from Barstool's "Fore Play Podcast" joins the show to talk about the Masters and offer Masters betting advice. Should you bet on Tiger Woods making the cut? Who would make a good long-shot bet to win the tournament? What prop should you bet on Saturday and Sunday of the tournament? Is there any risk in betting Scottie Scheffler to finish in the top five?
 Following Rapaport, Sal Licata from WFAN and SNY joins Jimmy for the weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week's topics include a recap of WrestleMania 40, the Yankees' hot start, Sal's issues with his new house and more.

Jim Miller and Dan Rapaport

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Episode 488 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with SiriusXM radio host, "First Take" contributor and Radio Hall of Famer, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo.
Topics discussed with Russo include the Shohei Ohtani gambling story, whether sports is headed for a major gambling scandal, MLB continuing its awful deal with AppleTV+, CBS' impressive depth when it comes to NCAA Tournament broadcasters and AppleTV+'s series on the New England Patriots. Russo also has a special shoutout for his former radio partner, Mike Francesa.
Russo also discusses re-signing with "First Take" for two more years, his contact status with SiriusXM and why he feels rejuvenated when it comes to his MLB Network show, "High Heat."
The podcast finishes with a discussion about Bruce Springsteen's cameo on "Curb. Your Enthusiasm and Russo's various problems with technology.

Episode 488 of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with SiriusXM radio host, "First Take" contributor and Radio Hall of Famer, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo. Topics discussed with Russo include the Shohei Ohtani gambling story, whether sports is headed for a major gambling scandal, MLB continuing its awful deal with AppleTV+, CBS' impressive depth when it comes to NCAA Tournament broadcasters and AppleTV+'s series on the New England Patriots. Russo also has a special shoutout for his former radio partner, Mike Francesa. Russo also discusses re-signing with "First Take" for two more years, his contact status with SiriusXM and why he feels rejuvenated when it comes to his MLB Network show, "High Heat." The podcast finishes with a discussion about Bruce Springsteen's cameo on "Curb. Your Enthusiasm and Russo's various problems with technology.

SiriusXM and 'First Take' host, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo

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