Podcast
Jay Scott Confidential
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Jay Scott Confidential -- a.k.a JSC Radio and The People's Podcast -- looks at sports, politics, news, pop culture, and more but more importantly, we have conversations and tell people's stories.
Jay Scott Smith, is a Murrow award-winning veteran broadcaster, journalist, and writer whose work has previously appeared on MSNBC, ESPN, Newsweek, Vibe Magazine, & NPR.
Jay also gives you his unique take on the big issues in the sports and entertainment world, plus doesn't hesitate to smash that hot button of race, pop culture, hip-hop, politics, social justice, and more. Plus, he has conversations you can't hear any place else.
The Podcast is also Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Pandora, Google Play, SoundCloud, Audacy, and more.
Sounds by Illingsworth & Ossim Jones. #NSFW.
Jay Scott Confidential is a production of JSC Media, LLC.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-scott-confidential--5836574/support.
Jay Scott Smith, is a Murrow award-winning veteran broadcaster, journalist, and writer whose work has previously appeared on MSNBC, ESPN, Newsweek, Vibe Magazine, & NPR.
Jay also gives you his unique take on the big issues in the sports and entertainment world, plus doesn't hesitate to smash that hot button of race, pop culture, hip-hop, politics, social justice, and more. Plus, he has conversations you can't hear any place else.
The Podcast is also Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Pandora, Google Play, SoundCloud, Audacy, and more.
Sounds by Illingsworth & Ossim Jones. #NSFW.
Jay Scott Confidential is a production of JSC Media, LLC.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-scott-confidential--5836574/support.
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Episode 123: Through The Fire
Mar 8, 202500:31:20Tap to summarizeJay is back with Episode 123 and he's talking about what it's like to be fired.Yep, this is a stream of consciousness life episode as he gets real about the feeling of hearing you're out of a job, his thoughts on how to approach and support friends and family who have been either fired or laid off -- hint: Reach out to them and just listen -- and he throws some shade at the entire job hunting process, including why y'all recruiters and hiring managers need to stop ghosting people.Plus: Jay remembers Detroit Sports fan Icon, and Hall of Fame good brother, Andy Isaac -- aka @WorldOfIsaac on Twitter -- who lost his 19-year cancer battle this week. Andy was in the Detroit (and MSU) sports trenches and was an example of what the best of us can be.RIP Andy and #FTB Forever!Also, Jay could use your help. Click here to donate: https://bit.ly/helpjss2025Jay Scott Confidential is on YouTube!!! Checkout the Archives and Be sure to subscribe, ring the bell for notifications, and check out the archived interviews and more: bit.ly/jsctubeCheck out Doc Illingsworth's dope sh*t on Spotify here: bit.ly/illingsworthspotifyCheck out "Synthetic Sounds, Vol. 1", from Ossim Jones on Spotify here: bit.ly/ossimsyntheticBe sure to drop a 5-Star Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts.Subscribe to the show NOW on Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeartRadio, Spreaker, RadioPublic, Audacy, and everywhere else.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-scott-confidential--5836574/support.
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Episode 122: Funny Business (w/Julie Baker)
Feb 5, 202501:03:54Tap to summarizeIt's time for Episode 122 and Jay is joined this week by the dynamic Julie Baker.You've seen her on Social Media with her "Stupid News" segments on TikTok and Instagram.She joins us from Colorado Springs and the news anchor, comedian, and certified yapper joins the People's Podcast In this wide ranging conversation, to talk about:Growing up in Southern MissouriLeaning into her Southern AccentWhat drew her into mediaHow her Divorce led to a "Rebirth"Why Women Should NOT Change their NamesDealing with Internet and TV fameMen being Scumbags in her DMsHer first time doing Stand Up ComedyAnd lots of talk about Wieners and FartsYou can check out Julie on Instagram and TikTok: @andjuliebakerYou can see her every morning on Fox 21 in Colorado Springs or hear her every afternoon on "The Julie Baker Show" on KOSP: https://www.929thebeat.com/the-julie-baker-show/Jay Scott Confidential is also on YouTube!!!Checkout the Archives and Be sure to subscribe, ring the bell for notifications, and check out the archived interviews and more: bit.ly/jsctubeLike us on Facebook at facebook.com/JSCRadioCheck out Doc Illingsworth's dope sh*t on Spotify here: bit.ly/illingsworthspotifyCheck out "Synthetic Sounds, Vol. 1", from Ossim Jones on Spotify here: bit.ly/ossimsyntheticBe sure to drop a 5-Star Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts.Subscribe to the show NOW on Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeartRadio, RadioPublic, TuneIn, Audacy, and Spreaker.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-scott-confidential--5836574/support.
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Episode 121: This Ain't Texas (w/Leslie Rangel)
Jan 21, 202501:08:14Tap to summarizeThe People's Podcast is BACK and for the first time since 2023, Jay has an illustrious - and returning - guest: Leslie Rangel. She previously joined us back in 2020.She joins us from Austin, Texas and a lot has changed in 4 and a half years!In this wide ranging conversation, we talk about:Her decision to leave TVHow she ended up becoming a writerWhat's it like living in Texas in 2025Clearing up some Common Misconceptions About the Lone Star StateWhat inspires her to stay a journalistHow she ended up writing about her sister's miscarriageHow she is processing grief after the death of her fatherDealing with anger and Writing "F--- You" LettersYou can see Leslie's work on The Barbed Wire at: https://thebarbedwire.com/author/leslie/You can find the feature on her sister at: https://thebarbedwire.com/2024/10/09/she-voted-for-trump-then-she-had-two-terrifying-miscarriages-in-texas/Jay Scott Confidential is also on YouTube!!! Checkout the Archives and Be sure to subscribe, ring the bell for notifications, and check out the archived interviews and more: bit.ly/jsctubeLike us on Facebook at facebook.com/JSCRadioCheck out Doc Illingsworth's dope sh*t on Spotify here: bit.ly/illingsworthspotifyCheck out "Synthetic Sounds, Vol. 1", from Ossim Jones on Spotify here: bit.ly/ossimsyntheticBe sure to drop a 5-Star Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts.Subscribe to the show NOW on Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeartRadio, RadioPublic, TuneIn, Audacy, and PlayerFM.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-scott-confidential--5836574/support.
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Episode 120: 20/25 Vision
Jan 2, 202500:24:08Tap to summarizeHappy New Year!After 15 Months, Jay is back...and has somethings to get off his chest about life in TV, leaving Philadelphia for Lancaster, where he's been and what's next for the pod.Here's a Hint: We're Back, Mother(bleep)er. It's a quick, raw, and to the point episode as we start 2025 with a bang!Jay Scott Confidential is also on YouTube!!!Checkout the Archives and Be sure to subscribe, ring the bell for notifications, and check out the archived interviews and more: bit.ly/jsctubeLike us on Facebook at facebook.com/JSCRadioCheck out Doc Illingsworth's dope sh*t on Spotify here: bit.ly/illingsworthspotifyCheck out "Synthetic Sounds, Vol. 1", from Ossim Jones on Spotify here: bit.ly/ossimsyntheticBe sure to drop a 5-Star Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts.Subscribe to the show NOW on Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeartRadio, RadioPublic, TuneIn, Audacy, and PlayerFM.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-scott-confidential--5836574/support.
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Episode 119: The Next Best Thing
Sep 19, 202301:05:41Tap to summarizeThe People's Podcast is BACK and for the first time since 2020, Jay has an illustrious guest: Aundrea Cline Thomas.She is a longtime TV News Reporter turned entrepreneur who also hosts her own podcast "The Next Best Thing" Jay and Aundrea got together in New York City to talk about (Starting at the 4:25 mark):What inspired her to be a journalistHow her first TV job was a crash course and a culture shockHow she stoked her entrepreneurial spirit in CharlotteHow Philadelphia brought the best out of her as a journalistHow covering some of the difficult stories in Philly and NYC took a toll on herWhat inspired her to go off on her ownHow she is building her Next Best ThingPlus, Jay has a few words about the end of Mel Tucker at his alma mater, Michigan State University.To check out "The Next Best Thing" with Aundrea Cline-Thomas, you can find it on Spotify here: https://bit.ly/nextbestthingactIf you're a working journalist and you're looking for a data base of experts to help your next story, check out Rolli. find out more and sign up today at https://rolliapp.com/ and use the promo code: JAY4ROLLI.Jay Scott Confidential is also on YouTube!!! Checkout the Archives and Be sure to subscribe, ring the bell for notifications, and check out the archived interviews and more: bit.ly/jsctubeLike us on Facebook at facebook.com/JSCRadioCheck out Doc Illingsworth's dope sh*t on Spotify here: bit.ly/illingsworthspotifyCheck out "Synthetic Sounds, Vol. 1", from Ossim Jones on Spotify here: bit.ly/ossimsyntheticBe sure to drop a 5-Star Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts.Subscribe to the show NOW on Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeartRadio, RadioPublic, TuneIn, Audacy, and PlayerFM.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-scott-confidential--5836574/support.
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Episode 118: Return of the Rockstar
Aug 3, 202300:48:48Tap to summarizeSo...um...hi. After nearly 3 years, the People's Podcast is BACK!!! For the first time since 2020, Jay is back and he explains why this show went dark, talks about his journey into television, and talks about combatting the weird media stigma surrounding radio guys. Tell Him When He's Tellin' Lies. JSC is Back.Jay Scott Confidential is also on YouTube!!! Be sure to subscribe, ring the bell for notifications, and check out the archived interviews and more: bit.ly/jsctubeLike us on Facebook at facebook.com/JSCRadioCheck out Doc Illingsworth's dope sh*t on Spotify here: bit.ly/illingsworthspotifyCheck out "Synthetic Sounds, Vol. 1", the new EP from Ossim Jones on Spotify here: bit.ly/ossimsyntheticBe sure to drop a 5-Star Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts. Follow the show NOW on Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeartRadio, RadioPublic, TuneIn, CastBox, Audacy, and PlayerFM.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-scott-confidential--5836574/support.
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Episode 117: The Choice is Yours
Sep 7, 202000:33:54Tap to summarizeEpisode 117 brings a special Labor Day edition of the Podcast and it features a conversation with former HUD Secretary Julián Castro. Sec. Castro checks in (Starts at the 16:30 mark) to talk about his efforts with Latino outreach, the importance of voting in this year's election, the housing crisis that the U.S. is staring down that has been made worse by COVID, and why his home state of Texas turning Blue is not as far-fetched as it once seemed. Plus: Jay's birthday was this weekend and he reflects on the last couple of years and how so much has changed.Get registered to Vote: https://www.vote.org/register-to-vote/ Jay Scott Confidential is also on YouTube!!! Be sure to subscribe, ring the bell for notifications, and check out the archived interviews and more: http://bit.ly/jsctubeIf you're trying to start or build up your podcast, check us out the JSC Amazon Store: http://www.amazon.com/shop/jayscottsmithGet one FREE month of Stitcher Premium when you use the promo code "JSC": http://stitcher.com/premium Like us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/JSCRadioCheck out Doc Illingsworth's dope sh*t, including the new EP Trenches, on Spotify here: http://bit.ly/illingsworthspotify Follow him on Twitch and check out Eternal Invite at http://twitch.tv/illingsworthCheck out "Synthetic Sounds Vol. 1", the new EP from Ossim Jones on Spotify here: http://bit.ly/ossimsyntheticBe sure to drop a 5-Star Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts and AudioBoom. Follow the show NOW on Radio.com, Spotify, iHeartRadio, RadioPublic, TuneIn, CastBox, Stitcher, PlayerFM.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-scott-confidential--5836574/support.
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Episode 116: The Bucks Stop Here
Aug 28, 202000:30:20Tap to summarizeEpisode 116 of Jay Scott Confidential sees Jay come back early from a hiatus to talk candidly about the sports world's reaction to the shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wis. last Sunday. It's a "Stream of Consciousness" that hits at race, racism, entitlement, social justice, police, and why Athletes owe you nothing. Plus it hits on the impassioned words from Doc Rivers and Dominic Smith and how this powder keg around race is ready to blow. Jay Scott Confidential is also on YouTube!!! Be sure to subscribe, ring the bell for notifications, and check out the archived interviews and more: bit.ly/jsctube If you're trying to start or build up your podcast, check us out the JSC Amazon Store: http://www.amazon.com/shop/jayscottsmith Get one FREE month of Stitcher Premium when you use the promo code "JSC": http://stitcher.com/premium Like us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/JSCRadio Check out Doc Illingsworth's dope sh*t, including the new EP Trenches, on Spotify here: http://bit.ly/illingsworthspotify Follow him on Twitch at http://twitch.tv/illingsworth Check out "Synthetic Sounds Vol. 1", the new EP from Ossim Jones on Spotify here: http://bit.ly/ossimsynthetic Be sure to drop a 5-Star Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts and AudioBoom. Follow the show NOW on Radio.com, Spotify, iHeartRadio, RadioPublic, TuneIn, CastBox, Stitcher, PlayerFM.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-scott-confidential--5836574/support.
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Episode 115: The Happy Place
Jul 16, 202001:21:25Tap to summarizeAs the 2020 season rolls on, Jay welcomes Katie Fehlinger back to the People's Podcast. Katie returns to the People's Podcast for the first time since Episode 102 (Convo starts at the 14:10 mark). She talks about life after TV News the last 9 months, goes in greater depth about what truly drove her out, talks about her new book "My Happy Place" and the process of writing that book, working out of her car, and how an infamous 2017 JSC Quote found its way into the book and drove her spirit.Plus, Jay has had enough with people being idiots about COVID-19 and he nicely asks y'all to WEAR A DAMN MASK!For more on Katie and "My Happy Place", go to http://katiefehlinger.com Follow Katie on Social Media @KatieFehlingerYou can order the book on Amazon: https://bit.ly/katiebook It will also be at Barnes & Noble & Apple Books on July 22.Jay Scott Confidential is also on YouTube!!! Be sure to subscribe, ring the bell for notifications, and check out the archived interviews and more: http://bit.ly/jsctubeIf you're trying to start or build up your podcast, check us out the JSC Amazon Store: http://www.amazon.com/shop/jayscottsmithGet one FREE month of Stitcher Premium when you use the promo code "JSC": http://stitcher.com/premium Like us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/JSCRadioCheck out Doc Illingsworth's dope sh*t, including the EPs Old Man Raps and Trenches, on Spotify here: http://bit.ly/illingsworthspotifyCheck out "Synthetic Sounds, Vol. 1", the new EP from Ossim Jones on Spotify here: http://bit.ly/ossimsyntheticBe sure to drop a 5-Star Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts and AudioBoom. Follow the show NOW on Radio.com, Spotify, iHeartRadio, RadioPublic, TuneIn, CastBox, Stitcher, PlayerFM.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-scott-confidential--5836574/support.
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Episode 114: The News Yogi
Jun 11, 202001:33:16Tap to summarizeAs the 2020 season rolls into the summer, Jay is back in the "studio" and welcomes in Award Winning News Anchor Leslie Rangel, a.k.a. "The News Yogi" -- joining us from Austin, Texas. Leslie is the anchor of Good Day Austin on Fox 7, and is also a certified yoga instructor who is trying to help her fellow journalists find their peace.Leslie joined us to talk about her journey (Convo starts at the 17:45 mark) to talk about her journey including:*Growing up in Dallas*Her time on the University of Texas Marching Band*What drew her into Yoga*How she battled self-doubt and mental illness early in her career*Growing up in an immigrant family*Navigating her way through being a Latina Journalist*What people could do better in covering Latino issues*What being a 1st Generation American was like *The "Immigrant Bubble"...and morePlus, Jay opens the show with a monologue on everything that has happened the last 2 weeks in America. #BlackLivesMatterFor more on Leslie, go to http://thenewsyogi.comFollow Leslie on Social Media @TheNewsYogi on InstagramYou can see her on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/newsyogitubeJay Scott Confidential is also on YouTube!!! Be sure to subscribe, ring the bell for notifications, and check out the archived interviews and more: http://bit.ly/jsctubeIf you're trying to start or build up your podcast, check us out the JSC Amazon Store: http://www.amazon.com/shop/jayscottsmithGet one FREE month of Stitcher Premium when you use the promo code "JSC": http://stitcher.com/premiumLike us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/JSCRadio Check out Doc Illingsworth's dope sh*t, including the EPs Old Man Raps and Trenches, on Spotify here: http://bit.ly/illingsworthspotifyCheck out "Synthetic Sounds, Vol. 1", the new EP from Ossim Jones on Spotify here: https://bit.ly/ossimsyntheticBe sure to drop a 5-Star Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts and AudioBoom. Follow the show NOW on Radio.com, Spotify, iHeartRadio, RadioPublic, TuneIn, CastBox, Stitcher, PlayerFM.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-scott-confidential--5836574/support.
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