In this episode, Justin Stuckey shares his inspiring journey from being a three-time All-American high jumper to carving out a name for himself in sports media. He discusses his unique approach to social media, the importance of seizing opportunities, and his experiences with major networks like ESPN and TNT. Listeners will learn about the challenges he faced during his transition into the industry and how he continues to innovate and engage his audience.

Top Takeaways:

- The significance of taking initiative and creating your own opportunities in sports media.

- The value of unique content creation and being authentic on social media platforms.

- Practical advice for student-athletes on balancing academics and sports aspirations.

- Insights into the behind-the-scenes workings of major sports events and networking within the industry.

Chapters:

(00:00) : Introduction and overview of the show with a shoutout to producer Britt.

(01:43) : Justin discusses his academic background and transition into sports media.

(03:07) : Experiences working with ESPN and major game day events.

(04:02) : Mentorship from industry professionals and the impact of networking.

(05:32) : Justin shares stories of challenges faced while working at TNT during the Final Four.

(08:08) : Advice on not being deterred by failures in broadcasting.

(09:30) : The importance of having fun and focusing on strengths in broadcasting.

(10:55) : Leveraging Social Media To Engage His On-Air Audience

(14:08) : The birth of "Saturdays with Stuck" and its success.

(19:45) : Life after grad school : Real lessons

(23:10) : Justin's plans for the future, including podcast revamps and building his platform.

(30:33) : Networking Lessons after finishing his MBA program

(35:36) : Responding to adversity/Future aspirations

(43:06) : Dear Student-Athlete

(45:09) : How To Connect With Justin

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