EPISODE · Nov 29, 2025 · 49 MIN
#198 Brian Geltzeiler // Building a media career from a blog to the NBA
from The Sideline Live Podcast · host The Sideline Live
On episode 198 I am delighted to be joined by Host on Sirius XM NBA Radio and contributor Brian Geltzeiler. Brian also works in finance full time and developed his media career from setting up his own blog, Hoopscritic. He would share articles online tagging those he mentioned on X and grew his following and name as an NBA contributor. He has worked as a contributor across multiple platforms including NBA Tv and currently hosts his own show on Sirius XM NBA Radio alongside Sam Mitchell. We discuss his career in media, his journey to date including opportunities and setbacks, the evolution of player driven media, NBA Europe, expansion and more. We also briefly discuss the current 25-26 NBA season, the impact of NIL in college basketball on the NBA, including his current top picks for MVP, ROTY, East & West finals. Find Brian here https://x.com/BGeltzNBA https://www.instagram.com/bgeltz/As a listener of the sideline live podcast unlock your exclusive offer for The Sporting Club Ireland where sport and business meet. A community built on connections, bringing together decision makers, entrepreneurs, and sports personalities across Ireland. Upcoming events in 2026 include Johnny Sexton, Peter O’Mahony and Nina Carberry with more to be announced. Receive a discount via this link https://thesportingclub.co/register/dublin-individual-membership-pay-monthly-sideline-live/ Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out here . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team www.prymal.ie
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On episode 198 I am delighted to be joined by Host on Sirius XM NBA Radio and contributor Brian Geltzeiler. Brian also works in finance full time and developed his media career from setting up his own blog, Hoopscritic. He would share articles online tagging those he mentioned on X and grew his following and name as an NBA contributor. He has worked as a contributor across multiple platforms including NBA Tv and currently hosts his own show on Sirius XM NBA Radio alongside Sam Mitchell. We discuss his career in media, his journey to date including opportunities and setbacks, the evolution of player driven media, NBA Europe, expansion and more. We also briefly discuss the current 25-26 NBA season, the impact of NIL in college basketball on the NBA, including his current top picks for MVP, ROTY, East & West finals. Find Brian here https://x.com/BGeltzNBA https://www.instagram.com/bgeltz/As a listener of the sideline live podcast unlock your exclusive offer for The Sporting Club Ireland where sport and business meet. A community built on connections, bringing together decision makers, entrepreneurs, and sports personalities across Ireland. Upcoming events in 2026 include Johnny Sexton, Peter O’Mahony and Nina Carberry with more to be announced. Receive a discount via this link https://thesportingclub.co/register/dublin-individual-membership-pay-monthly-sideline-live/ Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out here . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team www.prymal.ie
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