Episode 9 - Host Matt Farrell talks with Jeff Eisenband, sports broadcaster for golf, esports and general sports. We discuss his career as a broadcaster, with a focus on golf and esports. He talks about how he got started in the industry and the opportunities he found in esports, sports betting, and golf. Eisenband emphasizes the conscious decision to be a generalist in the broadcasting world and being able to cover multiple sports. He also discusses the influence of esports on traditional sports coverage and the value of storytelling in his podcast, EIS on Golf.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction of Jeff Eisenband
01:34 Alternative Golf Programming
04:01 New Chapter
04:06 Career in Broadcasting
07:27 Early Golf esports Initiatives
11:09 How to Differentiate His Broadcasting Style
13:39 Lessons from the Esports World
16:10 EIS on Golf Podcast and Storytelling
22:25 Adapting to New Mediums and Opportunities
25:09 Future Plans and Closing Remarks
29:31 Podcast Intro.MP4

Takeaways

- Being a generalist in broadcasting allows for more opportunities and flexibility in covering multiple sports.
- esports has had a significant impact on traditional sports coverage and provides a way for younger audiences to connect with teams, leagues, and players.
- Storytelling is a powerful tool in engaging audiences and uncovering unique perspectives in the sports industry.
- Adapting to new mediums, such as TikTok and Instagram, is essential for broadcasters to stay relevant and reach younger audiences.

Intro Song: All World
Artist: JMPSCR

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