Season 14 Episode 3- Neil Best, Bryan Alvarez

The Sports-Casters

Steve interviews Neil Best (00:07:57) from New York Newsday to talk about sports media. Neil and Steve talk about some of the many sports media news stories that have broke in the last few weeks. Neil gives his thoughts on Pat McAfee and ESPN, Dave Portnoy and Barstool, and the WWE and Netflix. Neil also explains the changing landscape of sports media in New York City, updates us on Mike Francesa, and looks ahead to this week's Super Bowl broadcast. Also, Bryan Alvarez returns (01:03:31) to update us on all of the breaking news and controversies surrounding World Wrestling Entertainment. Bryan starts off by breaking down the new deal for Raw on Netflix and explains why the number isn't as big as it seems. Bryan also explains what the Netflix deal means for their other television packages. Alvarez also talks about the return of the Rock, why it's failing, and what WWE can do about it. Last, we talk about the allegations against Vince McMahon and what they could mean for the company and Vince's legacy. Steve starts the show with First Things First and quickly gives his updated thoughts on a few soccer related things and gives a few special plugs . The book club is already three deep in 2024 and books haven't started coming out yet. The show ends with one last thing and Steve complaining about the NFL MVP award. For more information follow the podcast on twitter @sports_casters Email: [e-mail]