Episode 411 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features a conversation with longtime radio host, Chris Russo.
The man known as "Mad Dog" talks about his upcoming introduction into the Radio Hall of Fame and what it means to him, the career renaissance he has enjoyed over the past year thanks to his weekly appearances on "First Take," some of the ups and downs he's experienced while doing the debate show anchored by Stephen A. Smith and what his role is on the show.
Russo also reveals what happened after he revealed his "First Take" salary during an interview with Howard Stern and discusses his "First Take" future.
In addition, Russo weighs in recent sports headlines including the broadcasts of the MLB playoffs, the NFL's "Thursday Night Football" problem, Jim Irsay calling out Daniel Snyder and Tom Brady's current problems. Other topics covered include the Mount Rushmore of TV shows, Bruce Springsteen and much more
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