EPISODE · Oct 22, 2025 · 1H 14M
From A to Zebra Podcast S2:E32 Letter Z - Zebra guest Gene Steratore
from From A to Zebra · host Dana Pappas, Nate Acosta
Summary: In this episode of the From A to Zebra podcast, host Dana Pappas interviews Gene Steratore, a former NFL referee and current rules analyst. They discuss Gene's journey into officiating, the challenges of managing multiple sports, and the importance of empathy in officiating. Gene shares insights on the evolution of officiating, the significance of mentorship, and the need to honor officiating legends. The conversation emphasizes the lessons learned through officiating and the impact it has on personal growth and sportsmanship.Sound Bites:"I was kind of born into officiating.""Navigating travel was challenging.""There's a beauty in being different."Chapters:00:00 Gene Steratore's Journey in Officiating05:41 Navigating Dual Sports as an Official08:38 The Role of an On-Air Rules Analyst11:44 The Importance of Being a Multi-Sport Official14:47 The Significance of Wearing the Stripes17:26 Lessons Learned from Officiating20:43 Top Moments in Gene's Officiating Career35:16 Family Dynamics and Professional Rivalry39:25 The Importance of Trust in Officiating43:42 Navigating Challenges in Officiating48:26 The Evolution of Officiating: Technology and Rules53:36 Honoring Officiating Legends01:05:12 Lessons from Officiating: Empathy and Growth01:13:55 Outro
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Summary: In this episode of the From A to Zebra podcast, host Dana Pappas interviews Gene Steratore, a former NFL referee and current rules analyst. They discuss Gene's journey into officiating, the challenges of managing multiple sports, and the importance of empathy in officiating. Gene shares insights on the evolution of officiating, the significance of mentorship, and the need to honor officiating legends. The conversation emphasizes the lessons learned through officiating and the impact it has on personal growth and sportsmanship.Sound Bites:"I was kind of born into officiating.""Navigating travel was challenging.""There's a beauty in being different."Chapters:00:00 Gene Steratore's Journey in Officiating05:41 Navigating Dual Sports as an Official08:38 The Role of an On-Air Rules Analyst11:44 The Importance of Being a Multi-Sport Official14:47 The Significance of Wearing the Stripes17:26 Lessons Learned from Officiating20:43 Top Moments in Gene's Officiating Career35:16 Family Dynamics and Professional Rivalry39:25 The Importance of Trust in Officiating43:42 Navigating Challenges in Officiating48:26 The Evolution of Officiating: Technology and Rules53:36 Honoring Officiating Legends01:05:12 Lessons from Officiating: Empathy and Growth01:13:55 Outro
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