Today’s guest on the PXPU Podcast is Danny Reed, the voice of the Georgia Southern Eagles who made his Westwood One debut this March. In this conversation, we discuss:
(01:26) The value of grinding for a decade: Danny's opportunity with Westwood One came after years of doing stats work
(04:06) Early passion matters: Danny was mimicking broadcasters as a child, showing how early interests can shape careers
(05:32) Finding mentors: Local radio professionals provided Danny opportunities to learn broadcasting basics
(06:40) Education pathways: Specialized sports broadcasting education combined with playing experience
(09:42) Network building: Relationships developed while at The Citadel eventually led to Georgia Southern opportunity
(16:17) Player perspective: How playing experience helps understand and communicate what athletes experience
(18:19) Balance fan/professional: How to navigate being passionate about a team while maintaining professionalism
(22:30) Embrace unexpected roles: Sales experience in minor league baseball built transferable career skills
(31:25) Sideline value: Using sideline reporting experience to develop play-by-play skills and perspective
(34:47) Always prepare thoroughly: Even when doing stats or sideline work, prepare as if calling the game
(37:06) Polite persistence: Maintaining professional contact with industry leaders over 11 years led to opportunity
(42:35) Take feedback: Being open to critique and making adjustments based on industry feedback
(44:14) Stay ready: Technical delays and unexpected circumstances will happen; adaptability is crucial
(48:06) Never peak: Approach each opportunity with the mindset that your best work is still ahead of you
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