Sinclair Expands Podcast Content Division, Launches Sports Talent Programming with “The Triple Option” with Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone and “Throwbacks” with Matt Leinart and Jerry Ferrara
15 August 2024 - 12:00AM
Business Wire
This month, Sinclair is expanding its podcast division,
launching a new slate of sports programming featuring top athletes,
coaches, and experts. On August 21 Sinclair will launch “The
Triple Option,” hosted by Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II,
and Rob Stone. On September 5, “Throwbacks” with Matt
Leinart and Jerry Ferrara will debut. Sinclair expects to introduce
additional shows to its growing podcast lineup, giving audiences
unparalleled access to the athletes and the games they love.
“As Sinclair continues to evolve into a cross-media platform
company, we are thrilled to announce the official launch of our new
sports podcast division,” said Rob Weisbord, COO and President of
Local Media. “Podcasting is a natural extension of Sinclair’s
commitment to providing our audience with engaging content, and we
are excited to bring together top talent and passionate
storytellers to deliver in-depth analysis, exclusive interviews,
and the latest news in the world of sports. We have seen great
success with our existing news-focused podcasts, and these
additions will be a game-changer for sports fans everywhere,
offering exclusive access to the stories and voices that matter
most.”
“We have secured inaugural sponsorships with many great brands
including Wendy's, BetMGM, NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration) and ZipRecruiter, with more to be announced soon.
Our partners share in the vision of what we are building, and we
appreciate their passion and creativity. Leveraging the power of
Sinclair's linear, digital, and social assets to power promotion
and sales efforts for the Sinclair Sports Group fundamentally sets
us apart in the marketplace,” said Eric Welles, Chief Digital
Monetization Officer.
“The Triple Option”
A weekly show hosted by Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and
Rob Stone, “The Triple Option” will provide analysis,
opinions, and unique insights on the biggest topics in college
football, the NFL, leadership and more. Meyer, 3x National Champion
Head Coach at Ohio State and Florida, takes the audience inside the
mind of the decision-makers, and explores championship caliber
leadership and locker room culture. Ingram, National Champion and
Heisman Trophy winner at Alabama and NFL veteran running back with
the New Orleans Saints, Baltimore Ravens, and Houston Texans, gives
the player perspective. And Stone has seen it all, bringing more
than two decades of experience covering sports as a
broadcaster.
“The Triple Option” brings the experience and perspective
to give fans a front row seat to the action on and off the
field.
“The Triple Option” will launch on August 21, with new
episodes each Wednesday available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts,
Spotify and all podcast platforms.
Follow “The Triple Option” on Instagram, TikTok, X,
Facebook and Reddit at @3XOptionShow
“Throwbacks” with Matt Leinart &
Jerry Ferrara
Heisman Trophy winner Matt Leinart and actor Jerry Ferrara may
feel like opposites, but the two share more in common than
initially meets the eye. They both know what it is to experience
extreme success, they both love talking sports and they're both
navigating the challenges of dad-life. In their new weekly podcast,
Matt and Jerry will share stories about leading one of the biggest
football teams and TV shows of their time, while also delivering
thoughtful sports opinions and relatable family adventures.
“Throwbacks” will launch on September 5, with new
episodes each Thursday, available on You Tube, Apple Podcasts,
Spotify and all podcast platforms.
“We could not be more excited to partner with this incredible
lineup of talent as we continue to build our podcasting and social
division, strengthening our commitment to providing engaging
content to audiences across all platforms. Our approach for these
shows will allow creators to develop deep, authentic connections
that drive impact. They’ll be able to provide unique access and
insight, while having fun and letting their entertaining
personalities shine. This is an exciting first step for us, with
more big announcements on the horizon,” said Rich Cooke, VP, Audio
Programming.
To listen to the best in sports talk podcasts, subscribe to
“The Triple Option” and “Throwbacks” on all podcast
audio platforms, with video content available on YouTube.
Short-form content will be available across talent, show, and
Sinclair’s social channels.
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HOST BIOS:
- URBAN MEYER has the 3rd highest winning percentage as a
head coach in college football history, with an overall record of
187-32. Meyer coached 17 seasons of Division I football and is a
3-time national champion, winning in 2006 and 2008 with Florida,
and winning a title in 2014 with Ohio State.
- MARK INGRAM II - a 3-time Pro Bowler, played at The
University of Alabama for three seasons (2008-2010), winning both a
national title and the Heisman Trophy (2009.) Ingram went on to
play 12 seasons in the NFL with the New Orleans Saints, where he is
the all-time leader in rushing yards, as well as the Baltimore
Ravens, and the Houston Texans.
- ROB STONE has 27 years of sports media experience,
covering a wide array of leagues and sports across top networks.
Stone currently hosts FOX Sports’ marquee studio coverage of
soccer, college basketball and college football, including the
network’s Saturday pregame show BIG NOON KICKOFF. A former WWE 24/7
Champion, Stone began covering college football in 1999 and covered
several conferences, including the SEC, Big Ten, ACC, BIG EAST,
Pac-12 and MAC. Prior to joining FOX, Stone worked for ESPN as a
soccer commentator and served as a sideline reporter for select MLS
and U.S. Soccer telecasts on ESPN, ESPN2 and ABC where he covered
four FIFA World Cups and 12 MLS Cups. Stone’s television career
began at ESPN as a production assistant in 1992 where he worked on
SportsCenter, Outside the Lines and College GameDay.
- MATT LEINART is one of the most decorated college
football players in history. As the starting quarterback at USC
from 2003-2005, Matt won the Heisman Trophy, 2 National
Championships, and was voted All-American 3 different times. He
finished his college football career as one of USC's all-time
leaders in career touchdowns and completion percentage, totaling
807 completions, 99 touchdowns, and a remarkable 37-2 winning
record. After college, Matt was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals as
the 10th overall pick in the 2006 NFL draft and went on to play for
the Houston Texans and Oakland Raiders.
- JERRY FERRARA - The three-time Screen Actors Guild
Award-nominee has gone from co-starring as Turtle, the lovable best
friend of Vincent Chase over eight seasons of HBO’s highly
acclaimed comedy series “Entourage,” to landing marquee film roles
including “Last Vegas” alongside Michael Douglas, Kevin Kline,
Robert De Niro and Morgan Freeman; “Lone Survivor” opposite Mark
Wahlberg, Emile Hirsch and Taylor Kitsch; and the “Think Like a
Man” series. Ferrara recently starred on the hit Starz television
series “Power,” opposite Omari Hardwick, and was also featured in
the Clint Eastwood film “Sully,” based on airline pilot Chesley
Sullenberger's heroic landing in the Hudson River. A diehard sports
fanatic—Ferrara can be found cheering on the NY Giants, the
Yankees, and the Knicks.
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About Sinclair
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and
a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns,
operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86
markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; owns
Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The
Nest. Sinclair’s content is delivered via multiple platforms,
including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors,
and the nation’s largest streaming aggregator of local news
content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key
source of Company information which can be accessed at
www.sbgi.net.
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