Podcast
Open Mic
Hosted by Cumulus Media Detroit · EN
"Open Mic" is a groundbreaking show featuring fresh perspectives from the next generation of aspiring sports broadcasters. Show topics cover a wide range of subject matter relating to sports, told through interviews with coaches, athletes, and industry leaders. SportsCaster.com provides sports fans and aspiring sportscasters the opportunity to participate in sports broadcasting. To learn more, visit SportsCaster.com.
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Ep 6: NBA Draft Reactions: Biggest Surprises, Pistons' Next Move & Championship Dreams
5d ago00:35:49Tap to summarizeThe Open Mic crew dives into the biggest storylines from the 2026 NBA Draft, breaking down surprise picks, standout prospects, and where several Michigan stars landed. They take an in-depth look at the Detroit Pistons' draft strategy, including the selection of Ebuka Okike, the trade of Isaiah Stewart, and the salary cap flexibility that could shape the franchise's future. The conversation turns into a spirited debate over whether Detroit should chase a superstar, stay patient with its young core, or make a bold move in free agency as the team looks to take the next step toward championship contention. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Ep 5: Messi, Scottie, and the Magic of Live Sports
2w ago00:21:14Tap to summarizeEp 5: World Cup fever meets major championship season! Johnny, Carter, and Cooper discuss soccer's biggest stage coming to America, rank golf's four majors, share unforgettable tournament stories, and make their bold predictions for the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills. Which event tops your sports bucket list? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Ep 4: AI, Authenticity, and the Future of Sports Broadcasting
2w ago00:24:30Tap to summarizeJohnny Kane and Carter Lutz discuss AI's growing influence on sports media, the value of authentic storytelling, and why the human element remains at the heart of great sports broadcasting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Ep 3: Baseball, Broadcast Dreams & The Noise Debate
3w ago00:26:12Tap to summarizeThe crew tackles dream sports broadcasts, sports media jobs, athlete superpowers, overrated stadiums, and the growing debate over whether today's baseball experience is enhancing the game or drowning it out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →EP 2: Mascots, Misspelled Words & Baseball Cathedrals
4w ago00:23:03Tap to summarizeThe crew discusses viral mascot reveals, shares personal connections to famous mascots, debates the definition of sports, and puts Johnny's baseball knowledge to the test with a blind ranking of MLB ballparks. SportsCaster, Gabe Loper, also joins the crew. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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SEASON 2: EP 1: The New Era
May 2700:29:37Tap to summarizeSeason 2 of Open Mic launches with a fast-paced conversation covering the evolving world of sports, sports culture, and collecting. Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg, and Carter Lutz break down the NBA playoff landscape, the rise of Victor Wembanyama as the league’s next global superstar, and why young stars like Cooper Flagg are reshaping the future of basketball. The crew also dives deep into the exploding sports card market, discussing the return of card collecting culture, massive rookie card sales, and how trading cards have become part fandom, part investment strategy, and part entertainment experience. Special guest Scott McDonald joins the show to talk about the hottest names in the hobby, card breaks, prospecting, and the thrill of chasing the next big hit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Episode 54.1: Who Scraped the Bottom of the Draft Pool
Apr 3000:09:30Tap to summarizeEpisode 54.1: Emil Asaf and the Analytixx Sports Pod group discuss the winners and losers of the NFL draft, and which teams will make the most from their draft picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Episode 54.2: Redshirtting and the 5 Year Eligibility Loop Hole
Apr 3000:09:28Tap to summarizeEpisode 54.2: Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum, discusses the differences between Redshirting and 5 year eligibility in college sports, and the pros and cons of each for players. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Episode 54: FULL SHOW
Apr 3000:36:53Tap to summarizeEpisode 54: Full Show - Emil Asaf from the Analytixx Sports Pod kicks off the show with the best and worst picks of the NFL draft, then Noah Shemami, Full Sail U alum, discusses the differences between Redshirting and the 5-year eligibility rules and the pros and cons of each for college players. Up next, our host Johnny Kane interviews John Mason, the voice of the Pistons. Finally, what does it mean to be the only woman in the press room. Johnny interviews Alina Levine, University of Michigan, on the pressure of being a woman in sports broadcasting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Episode 53.4: The Price of the Green Jacket
Apr 2200:09:30Tap to summarizeEpisode 53.4: Carter Lutz, Miami University senior, tells the story of the legendary green jacket from The Masters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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