Engel Angle

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The Engel Angle is a combination of commentary on sports, entertainment, pop culture, family and more, and featured guests. Mac bring his hot sports opinions on all things life—from his angle.

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New Media, Old Beat: RJ Ochoa on Blogging, AI & the Cowboys Content Wars | Mac Engel

Mac Engel of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram dives into the rise of new media and what it really takes to build a career covering pro sports from outside the press box. He sits down with RJ Ochoa of Blogging the Boys, a remote Dallas Cowboys reporter who built a decade-long following without living in DFW, to talk journalism versus content creation, the AI threat to sports media, blogger stigma, and why humility and human connection still matter most in the influencer era. A candid, insightful conversation for anyone curious about the future of sports journalism, new media, and the Dallas Cowboys media landscape. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
15 de ago.

Tony Romo, My First Book & The Grateful Truth Behind His CBS Suspension | Engel Angle

Mac Engel takes a deep, personal look at Tony Romo following his DUI arrest and CBS suspension, weighing whether the network should fire its top NFL analyst and exploring why broadcasters often burn out after leaving the game. Engel also shares behind-the-scenes stories from his 2007 biography on Romo, tracing the quarterback's improbable rise from undrafted walk-on to Dallas Cowboys star and media sensation. A candid mix of sports media analysis and personal reflection on fame, gratitude, and the pressures facing former NFL players turned broadcasters. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
5 de ago.

Marshall Newhouse on NFL Money, Loneliness & Life After Football | Marshall Newhouse | Engel Angle

Mac talks to former long time NFL offensive lineman Marshall Newhouse, who played in the NFL from 2011 to 2020. He played for the Packers, Bengals, Giants, Raiders, Panthers, Patriots and Titans. He was a starter. He was a backup. He played in front of Aaron Rodgers, and Tom Brady.Marshall lived the realities of the NFL life, from the money, to the online attacks, insecurity, to its loneliness.Mac Engel of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram sits down with Marshall Newhouse, an NFL offensive lineman who defied the odds by playing eleven seasons after being a fifth-round draft pick in 2011. The two dig into the real truth about athlete finances, pushing back hard on the viral trend of retired players downplaying million-dollar contracts, while Newhouse opens up about the surprising loneliness of being a journeyman player bouncing between eight NFL teams. From blocking for Tom Brady under Bill Belichick to navigating social media criticism, CTE concerns, and the financial pitfalls that trap young athletes, this is a candid and compelling conversation about what pro football life is really like beyond the highlights. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
27 de jul.

Mac Engel Goes to Sicily & The WNBA Needs to Get Out of Its Own Way | Engel Angle

Mac Engel of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram is back from a exhausting trip to Sicily, where he shares a surprising celebrity encounter, visits ancient Greek and Roman ruins that still influence modern stadium design, and gets inspired by the real-life filming locations from the latest Indiana Jones film. Then Mac shifts gears to tackle the WNBA at 30 years old, arguing that the league's biggest obstacle to mainstream success is not sexism or misogyny, but rather a media and leadership culture too distracted by off-court narratives to focus on a product that is genuinely better than it has ever been. From Caitlin Clark's treatment on the court to Commissioner Kathy Engelbert's media missteps, Mac makes the case that the WNBA needs to get out of its own way and let the game do the talking. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
11 de jul.

World Cup Joy, Ranch Dressing Fever & America Is NOT the Fattest Nation on Earth

Mac Engel of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reflects on the joy and surprises of covering the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sharing why hosting in North America has exceeded every expectation. From Arlington's AT&T Stadium hosting more matches than Los Angeles, Miami, and New York to the hilarious reactions of international visitors discovering bottomless chips, free refill fountain drinks, and ranch dressing, this episode captures what makes American food culture uniquely fascinating to the world. Mac also digs into the real data on global obesity rankings, revealing that despite our supersized portions, the United States is not actually the fattest nation on earth. A fun, wide-ranging solo episode perfect for World Cup fans, sports media enthusiasts, and anyone who loves a good deep dive into American culture. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
29 de jun.

World Cup Confessions, Tartan Army Magic & NFL in London | Andy Kerr | Ep 237

Mac Engel of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram is fully converted — the 2026 FIFA World Cup has won him over, and he sits down with British sports broadcaster Andy Kerr to break down everything from England's tournament chances to the legendary Tartan Army taking over South Beach. The two dig into the expansion to 48 teams, the flaws in American youth soccer development, the lasting impact of Brexit, and whether the NFL could ever plant a franchise in London. If you love soccer, sports culture, or just want a great transatlantic conversation about the world's game coming to America, this episode delivers. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
17 de jun.

Eddie Lewis on USA Soccer's World Cup Legacy & What It Takes to Win in 2026 | Mac Engel

Mac Engel of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram sits down with former U.S. Men's National Team player Eddie Lewis to reflect on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is now officially underway in North America. Lewis, who was part of the legendary 2002 U.S. squad that last won a World Cup knockout match, shares his journey from teaching himself soccer skills with a tennis ball at UCLA to breaking barriers as an American playing professionally in England. The conversation covers the state of youth soccer development in America, the cultural explosion of the sport, and what a successful tournament run would look like for the U.S. men's team on home soil. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
4 de jun.

Father's Day & Ted Engel: The Toughest Man I've Ever Met | Engel Angle

Join Fort Worth Star Telegram's Mac Engel on this deeply personal Father's Day tribute as he shares the remarkable story of his 93-year-old father, Ted Engel, a Depression-era kid from Staten Island who built an extraordinary life through sheer determination and sacrifice. Mac explores themes of generational toughness, family responsibility, and what it means to be part of America's greatest generation, revealing how his father's journey from a dysfunctional New York household to corporate success shaped his own perspective on work, sacrifice, and what truly matters in life. This heartfelt episode from the Engel Angle podcast offers both touching family stories and broader reflections on American values, fatherhood, and the sacrifices previous generations made for their children. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The Engel Angle is a combination of commentary on sports, entertainment, pop culture, family and more, and featured guests. Mac bring his hot sports opinions on all things life—from his angle.

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