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This is the official podcast of the Sports and Society Initiative at The Ohio State University. We're discussing how sports and society intersect and how that intersection affects the world we live in.

  1. 12/04/2025

    Connor Schuh: NWKS Play-by-Play Broadcaster and Radio Host

    In this episode, Gabe Eaker and Connor Canfield sit down with NWKS play-by-play broadcaster and radio host Connor Schuh to dive into his journey through sports media. Schuh shares stories from the booth, insights into the grind of small-market broadcasting, and what it takes to break into the industry. They also talk about his current role, daily responsibilities, and the passion that drives his work on air.

    23 min

  2. 11/20/2025

    Ohio State Esports Manager Dr. John Price on the Rise of Esports

    In this episode, hosts Gabe Eaker and Connor Canfield sit down with Dr. John Price, the Esports Manager at The Ohio State University. They dive into the competitive world of competitive gaming, the sense of community that defines the Esports arena, and what the future of Esports looks like at Ohio State and in the bigger picture. With years of experience building up Ohio State's Esports program, Dr. Price shares his insight and advice for anyone interested in the intersection of gaming, competition, and community.

    29 min

  3. 11/13/2025

    Careers in Sports with Dr. Aaron Klein

    In this episode, Mason Jarrell and Gabe Eaker sit down with Aaron Klein from Ohio State’s Sports and Society Initiative to talk about careers in sports, the power of networking, and how SSI helps students gain real-world experience in the sports industry. From hands-on opportunities to professional development, Aaron shares how students can turn their passion for sports into a career path that makes an impact.

    20 min

  4. 10/06/2025

    Grads in the Game: Noah Weiskopf - 247 CBS Sports Reporter for the North Carolina Tar Heels

    In this episode, host Gabe Eaker sat down with Ohio State graduate Noah Weiskopf, who has been covering North Carolina football and basketball with 247Sports.They dive into what networking looks like for those trying to make their way into the sports media field, how to be accurate while reporting, and what it’s like covering head coach Bill Belichick.For someone who has accomplished an astronomical amount at such a young age, Weiskopf provides incredibly insightful advice and experience to share with those aspiring to break into the sports industry.

    18 min

  5. 09/25/2025

    Looking Back, Moving Forward: 10 Years of SSI with Nicole Kraft

    In this episode, host Mason Jarrell sits down with SSI Director Nicole Kraft to reflect on 10 years of the Sports and Society Initiative at Ohio State. They cover SSI’s impact through student engagement, career readiness, and research, while previewing the upcoming 10th Anniversary Celebration on October 5th, a day of reflection, inspiration, and community at WOSU’s Ross Community Studio Theatre.

    11 min

  6. 09/17/2025

    Grads in the Game: Tyler Danburg - 97.1 The Fan/Ohio State Sports Broadcaster

    In this episode, host Mason Jarrell, Gabe Eaker and Connor Canfield sat down with Ohio State graduate Tyler Danburg, who has already made an impact in the sports media world as a sideline reporter for 97.1 The Fan covering Ohio State football and the new voice of Buckeye women’s basketball and baseball. We dive into what life looked like for Tyler both before and after graduation, how he approached the job search, what strategies helped him land not just one, but two jobs within a year, and the lessons he learned along the way. From the importance of networking while still in college to navigating interviews with confidence, Tyler shares practical advice for soon-to-be graduates who are looking to break into the sports industry, or any competitive field.

    33 min

  7. 04/10/2025

    Grads in the Game - Gabby Khodadad of the St. Louis Blues

    Gabby Khodadad, 2024 graduate of Ohio State and current content intern with the St. Louis Blues of the National Hockey Association, joins the show to discuss her life post-college and the trials that come with an internship, as well as the benefits.

    26 min

  8. 04/03/2025

    Matt Brown, founder of Extra Points, on college football and NIL

    Matt Brown - founder of Extra Points, which covers the business, policy and off-the-field stories changing college sports - joins the show to discuss the changing landscape of college football and how NIL and the transfer portal will play important roles in the coming future.

    27 min
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This is the official podcast of the Sports and Society Initiative at The Ohio State University. We're discussing how sports and society intersect and how that intersection affects the world we live in.

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  • Creator
    SSI at Ohio State
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    86
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © SSI at Ohio State
  • Show Website
    The Intersection