Wednesday December 6, 2023

Writer’s Strike End a Boon for Sports Networks, Agencies

  • The Writers Guild agreed to a tentative deal with the Hollywood Studios, ending a months-long strike.
  • We break down the potential impacts that the strike will have on the sports media world.
Robert Hanashiro – USA Today
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With the writer’s strike ending, major sports broadcasters such as Disney, Comcast, and Warner Bros. Discovery are breathing a sigh of relief, as are top agencies. We delve into the potential long-term impact of the five-month strike.

Also, the PGA Tour and LIV Golf are still acting like rivals, and Ken Griffey Jr. is enjoying a second career as a sports photographer.

Plus, legendary soccer broadcaster Ray Hudson joins to discuss Lionel Messi’s impact on U.S. soccer and much more.

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