Pathway To The Podium

F1 commentator Nelson Valkenburg gives the inside scoop on everything that goes into a Formula 1 broadcast. Additionally, a conversation on Max Verstappen’s F1 future, the new rules regime and subsequent tweaks, whether the canceled Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix will be made up this year, the upcoming return of the Turkish Grand Prix, plus other season storylines. In Jake’s Takes, a look at the early days of the ESPN-NFL Network marriage and what the future entails for top NFLN talent. Additionally, how media rightsholders could be impacted by the Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini fallout.Nelson Valkenburg is a commentator for Viaplay Netherlands, where he calls Formula 1 races alongside Melroy Heemskerk. Nelson also covers other motorsports including NLS and has been a commentator for multiple Olympic events. He is a frequent guest of The Race F1 Podcast and Nailing The Apex.Sports / SportsBiz / MediaBiz / Entertainment / All ElseWe're all striving for some kind of podium. What's yours?Follow on Twitter / X: @JakeAKline, @PathwayToThePodFollow on YouTube: @PathwayToThePodiumPodFollow on Instagram: @pathwaytothepodiumFollow on TikTok: @pathwaytothepodiumPlease send inquiries to: [email protected]

Benjamin Robinson of Grinding The Mocks comes on to preview the upcoming NFL Draft. Ben explains the methodology behind his draft data and insights company. Then, a thorough analysis of the top wide receiver and edge/linebacker prospects. Plus, does Ty Simpson project to be a Day 1 or Day 2 pick? In Jake's Takes, why golf's proposed rollback needs to happen and why Augusta National Chairman Fred Ridley should lead the charge.Benjamin Robinson is the creator of Grinding The Mocks (www.grindingthemocks.com), which uses mock drafts, the wisdom of crowds, and data science to predict the NFL Draft. You can read his substack: @grindingthemocks. You can follow him on Twitter / X: @benj_robinson & @GrindingMocks.Sports / SportsBiz / MediaBiz / Entertainment / All ElseWe're all striving for some kind of podium. What's yours?Follow on Twitter / X: @JakeAKline, @PathwayToThePodFollow on YouTube: @PathwayToThePodiumPodFollow on Instagram: @pathwaytothepodiumFollow on TikTok: @pathwaytothepodiumPlease send inquiries to: [email protected]

Ticket Talk Network's Scott Friedman joins this episode of Pathway To The Podium to discuss the ticket market for numerous sports, including this weekend's Men's and Women's Final Four and The Masters. We compare the ticket demand for the 2026 Men's and Women's Final Four to last year's and highlight several key differences. Scott also lifts the veil on the methods Augusta National uses to curb the secondary ticket market for The Masters. Also included: how tickets for the Super Bowl work and why the 2026 FIFA World Cup breaks typical ticketing trends for soccer tournaments. Scott also previews the next Ticket Con. In Jake's Takes, a frank conversation on Tiger Woods and his decision to step away from golf and why it's in the sport's best business interests that he does.Scott Friedman is the co-founder of Ticket Talk Network, where he provides insights into the primary and secondary ticketing markets for live events including concerts, sports, and theater shows. You can follow him on Twitter / X: @ScottFriedman3.Sports / SportsBiz / MediaBiz / Entertainment / All ElseWe're all striving for some kind of podium. What's yours?Follow on Twitter / X: @JakeAKline, @PathwayToThePodFollow on YouTube: @PathwayToThePodiumPodFollow on Instagram: @pathwaytothepodiumFollow on TikTok: @pathwaytothepodiumPlease send inquiries to: [email protected]

Sports journalist Caroline Price joins this episode of Pathway To The Podium to discuss all things figure skating and gymnastics. We recap Winter Olympics Figure Skating, including the performances of Ilia Malinin, Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn, Isabeau Levito, and other international stars. Plus, an analysis of the Ice Dance scoring controversy that resulted in Madison Chock and Evan Bates getting Silver. Also included: a preview of the Figure Skating World Championships. Turning to gymnastics, Jake and Caroline examine the legal quagmire of Jordan Chiles' Paris 2024 Olympics women's floor exercise final and then review the NCAA Gymnastics conference championships. We wrap with a look back on the enormous obstacles Suni Lee had to overcome to return to the Olympic stage. Finally, in Jake's Takes, why ABC missed an opportunity to turn a negative into the positive when they pulled The Bachelorette off the air.Caroline Price is a contributor to Forbes Sports Money and has authored 'Flipping The Script: The 2024 U.S. Gymnastics Team’s Journey to Olympic Gold'. You can follow her on TikTok: @carolineoprice.Sports / SportsBiz / MediaBiz / Entertainment / All ElseWe're all striving for some kind of podium. What's yours?Follow on Twitter / X: @JakeAKline, @PathwayToThePodFollow on YouTube: @PathwayToThePodiumPodFollow on Instagram: @pathwaytothepodiumFollow on TikTok: @pathwaytothepodiumPlease send inquiries to: [email protected]

In this second episode of Pathway To The Podium, a full recap of the Oscars where it was one award after another for Warner Bros. and why the signs pointed to One Battle After Another winning Best Picture over Sinners. Plus, the NFL is considering adding a Thanksgiving Eve game - how might that work? Additionally, exploring the impetus behind the new Family Guy spinoff, Stewie. Stick around for Jake's Takes on the need to reform how outdoor marathons and cycling races are conducted. Finally, what the F1 calendar looks like now that April's Bahrain Grand Prix and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix have been called off.Sports / SportsBiz / MediaBiz / Entertainment / All ElseWe're all striving for some kind of podium. What's yours?Follow on Twitter / X: @JakeAKline, @PathwayToThePodFollow on YouTube: @PathwayToThePodiumPodFollow on Instagram: pathwaytothepodiumPlease send inquiries to: [email protected]

The very first episode of Pathway To The Podium! Join host Jake Kline for in-depth discussion on Formula 1's new rules regime, a recap of the Australian Grand Prix, and speculation over whether a complete season will be held. Plus, why the F1-Apple TV deal is a game changer and potential trendsetter. Finally, what's different with the UFC now that Paramount has US media rights.Sports / SportsBiz / MediaBiz / Entertainment / All ElseFollow on Twitter / X: @JakeAKline, @PathwayToThePodFollow on YouTube: @PathwayToThePodiumPodPlease send inquiries to: [email protected]