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Thursday, January 3rd, 2019

SIMONE BILES HEADLINES THIS WEEK’S GUESTS ON NBC SPORTS PODCASTS

On Her Turf podcast features Olympic Gold Medalist Simone Biles, and Professional Stunt Woman and American Ninja Warrior Contestant Jessie Graff

STAMFORD, Conn. – January 3, 2019 – NBC Sports presents a new slate of podcasts this week featuring special guests and athletes, including four-time Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles, professional stunt woman and American Ninja Warrior contestant Jessie Graff, NASCAR veteran Robby Gordon, and many more.

New episodes of several podcasts will be available for download on all major podcast platforms including: NBC Sports’ Scores App, Apple, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Podcasts, TuneIn and iHeart.

Following is a sport-by-sport look at what’s on tap:

GYMNASTICS

  • On Her Turf: Hosted by NBC Sports’ Kathryn Tappen, the On Her Turf podcast welcomes a powerhouse guest each week who is a champion on and off the field and who motivates others to be the best versions of themselves. They talk about careers, what motivates them, how sports has impacted their lives, and lessons they’ve learned along the way.
    On a special holiday episode: Kathryn and Simone Biles discuss her gymnastics dominance, the importance of goal-setting, and her message to young girls.
    On this week’s episode: Jessie Graff discusses her breakout on American Ninja Warrior, being a trapeze artist at age 12, and her role as a stunt woman.
    When: Wednesday, Jan. 3


SOCCER

  • CROSSOVER EPISODE: That’s a Dive with Kyle Martino & The 2 Robbies – Robbie Mustoe and Robbie Earle discuss and dissect the top Premier League storylines of every match. Together, the former Premier League players and current NBC Sports analysts provide fans with top-class punditry on the most exciting soccer league in the world. Kyle Martino of NBC Sports takes a deep dive into some of the most debated topics bouncing around the soccer community.
    On this week’s episode: Robbie Earle, Robbie Mustoe and Kyle Martino close out the Premier League Festive Fixtures period with another crossover podcast special of The 2 Robbies Podcast and That’s A Dive with Kyle Martino. The trio recaps one of the marquee matchups of the season between Manchester City and Liverpool, and assess the title race, top four and relegation as the busy holiday period comes to a close.
    When: Thursday, Jan. 3


NFL

  • PFT PM: Mike Florio has conversations with top names and newsmakers in the NFL, while updating his fans on breaking news and story lines that take place during the day and preparing listeners for what is coming next.
    On this week’s episodes: Mike covers the latest news and storylines from around the NFL.
    When: Multiple times per week
  • The Leisuremen: The Leisuremen podcast features popular personalities/producers Paul Pabst and Andrew Perloff, who bring their entertaining brand of humor, fun, and passion to listeners each week. The show touches on a wide range of topics that go wildly beyond sports – from food, drink, cars, travel, and money to how to properly wear plaid pants.
    On this week’s episode: Pabst and Perloff discuss how to do less and leisure more in 2019; plus, teams that cannot make the Super Bowl
    When: Thursday, Jan. 3
  • Washington D.C.: Redskins Talk with J.P. Finlay: Led by Redskins Insider JP Finlay, along with Pete Hailey and Mitch Tischler, Redskins Talk provides a unique brand of expert analysis, casual conversation and humorous banter for Washington football fans.
    On this week’s episodes: The final exclusive one-on-one interview of the season with Redskins head coach Jay Gruden
    When: Multiple times per week
    Available here: https://www.nbcsports.com/washington/RedskinsTalk
  • Philadelphia: Eagle Eye: NBC Sports Philadelphia Eagles’ reporter Derrick Gunn is joined by former Eagle and Super Bowl Champion Barrett Brooks, as they break down the key matchups, and discuss the key topics and issues surrounding the defending Super Bowl Champions.
    On this week’s episodes: The Eagles made it into the playoffs! Reuben Frank and Dave Zangaro react to what was a surreal day in Washington when they clinched the playoff berth. They take an early look at the wild card game in Chicago, and wonder if Matt Nagy made a mistake not avoiding the Eagles? Nick Foles impresses again. Also, unsung heroes from this playoff run.
    When: New episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday
    Available here: https://www.nbcsports.com/philadelphia/podcasts


NASCAR

  • NASCAR on NBC: Host Nate Ryan interviews NASCAR stars and insiders each week. Nate also discusses the latest NASCAR news, including a weekly recap of races, and looks ahead to what’s next in the sport.
    On this week’s episode: Nate Ryan chats with NASCAR veteran Robby Gordon, who is returning to the world-famous Dakar Rally after a two-year hiatus with an innovative vehicle that he believes can carry him to his first overall win in his 13th attempt in the prestigious off-road race. One of the most versatile racers in U.S. history, Gordon also discusses his growing Stadium Super Truck Series, his winning and controversial legacy in NASCAR/IndyCar and whether he will make another attempt at the Indianapolis 500 after falling less than a lap short of winning the race in 1999.
    When: Wednesday, Jan. 2


BASKETBALL

  • College Basketball Talk on NBC Sports: Robert Dauster takes a look at everything happening across college basketball, including a weekly recap of action across the country and each conference, recruiting and looking ahead to the future of the sport.
    On this week’s episodes: On Monday, Sam Vecenie of The Athletic and Jeff Goodman of Stadium talk about the firing of Steve Alford at UCLA. On Thursday, Dauster will be recording with Evan Daniels of FS1 and 247 Sports and former player Marcus Gradney on how bad these new rule changes are for college hoops.
    When: Multiple times per week


ROTOWORLD

  • Rotoworld Football: From fantasy implications to NFL draft analysis to major events, the Rotoworld Football staff has the NFL landscape covered. Listen as Josh Norris, Evan Silva, Roto Pat, Rich Hribar and Ray Summerlin meet three times each week to give their analysis and opinions on everything happening in the NFL.
    On this week’s episode: Friday’s episode will breakdown the opening four NFL playoff games. Can Andrew Luck carry the Colts offense against a Watt, Clowney and the Texans? Will Amari Cooper be the difference when the Cowboys face the Seahawks? Lamar Jackson and the Ravens will try to run over the Chargers, and finally does Nick Foles have any magic left to lift the Eagles over the Bears?
    When: Friday, Jan. 4
    Available here: http://www.rotoworld.com/podcasts/nfl
  • Rotoworld College Football: Rotoworld’s podcast with Thor Nystrom and Mark Lindquist covering the landscape of college football, with a specific focus on ATS and DFS.
    On this week’s episode: This week’s podcast will preview the Clemson-Alabama National Championship Game. We’ll make predictions, discuss game props, and talk about DFS lineups.
    When: Saturday, Jan. 5
    Available here: http://www.rotoworld.com/podcasts/cfb
  • Rotoworld Fantasy Basketball: Matt Stroup and Mike Gallagher have you covered from every angle. Joined by Steve “Dr. A” Alexander, Ryan Knaus and the rest of the Rotoworld crew three times a week they cover everything from the latest injuries, waiver wire pickups, DFS strategies and much more!
    On this week’s episodes: Steve joins Matt on Monday’s episode to break down the top waiver wire pickups in fantasy basketball, including emerging Suns rookie Mikal Bridges and Spurs point guard Derrick White. On Wednesday, Ryan Knaus and Tommy Beer join Matt to look back at some the biggest and most surprising fantasy standouts from December, including Myles Turner of the Pacers and Deandre Ayton of the Suns — and what’s next for all of these players going forward. Mike Gallagher will host the show on Friday and preview the evening’s games from a DFS perspective.
    When: Monday, Dec. 31, Wednesday, Jan. 2 & Friday, Jan. 4
    Available here: http://www.rotoworld.com/podcasts/NBA


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