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Jason was kind enough to come on the show so soon to talk about his recent trip to China and how a speech by Dick Vitale spurred a career path that has led him to the presidency of the National Wrestling Media Association and the king of 25 all wrestling-related podcasts. We'll talk about the growth of women's wrestling, sensorship in China, and how some of you spoil Game of Thrones too soon. You can visit our show sponsor at prestosports.com/sidcast Follow Jason on Twitter: @jasonmbryant Check out Mat Talk Online: http://www.mattalkonline.com/ Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter

We catch up with James from his new spot in Wyoming to talk about his playing days at Weber State and former teammate and NBA standout, Damian Lillard, along with breaking into the sports industry from scratch, attending CoSIDA, preparing for the NFL Draft and more! Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast Follow James on Twitter: @hajekjames Sign up for our Newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter Check out our show sponsor: prestosports.com/sidcast

Sterling graciously fills in at the last second to talk about his recent transition to the WNBA and the turmoil of having a child/job hunting all at the same time. We'll also talk about the growth of women's basketball along with the dedication of training for a half marathon in the middle of work, plus much more. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast Follow Sterling on Twitter: @SterlingComms Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter

We catch up with Marshall after a break to talk about him pretty much living EVERYWHERE in the United States after his introduction to sports information from his time at Fort Hayes State. We'll talk about how his career goals have altered over the years along with cultivating student workers into their own careers as well. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Marshall on Twitter: @MarshallFey Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter

As the two of us are literally sitting at the NCAA II Elite Eight in Evansville at this time, we figured it was a good time to introduce everyone to John Kean. Spearheading many efforts in the NCAA Division II publicity, we'll talk about John's path through the profession and how he's gotten to be "king" of Division II basketball. As always, follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow John on Twitter: @JohnKeanSID Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter

If you've ever wondered what sideline reporters go through on game days, from the conference call to close, this is the episode for you. And just for good measure, throw in being an SID on top of that. Danielle will take us through the initiative she showed during her undergrad at Troy before becoming the head SID at Piedmont. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Danielle on Twitter: @Danielle_Faith Sign-up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter

We have Geoff Henson on the pod as we near closer and closer to championship season for basketball. We go through the differences as an SID since starting as a student assistant at Baldwin Wallace before making his way to Olivet. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast Follow Geoff on Twitter: @Geoff_Henson Newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter

Have you ever took a chance on yourself in a place that was completely unfamiliar? Shanna has as she talks about her rise from a sport career ambition to her position at UMBC and the chaos of the 2018 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast Follow Shanna on Twitter: @skmoser Sign up for your newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter

We catch up with Tommy as he's on his way to Georgia as he talks about the skill sets young SIDs should pick up, his medals from the ParaPan American Games, his disability growing up and working through sport, and so much more. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast Follow Tommy on Twitter: @TommyChasanoff Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter

Is your school known for something that you just can't quite seem to break the mold for in the public's mind? Michael Smoose and Johnson & Wales (Providence) know that all too well as we discuss changing that image for the better along with ways to better yourself like meditating and exercise. Take out your notepads because this is a good one, guys. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Michael on Twitter: @michaelsmoose Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter

Lamar returns to the show and sports information after being our SIXTH EVER EPISODE over two years ago. We catch up with him at his new role at NJIT and recap his journey from JuCo to Division I Mid-Major and eventually the power five before moving back to be closer to family. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast Follow Lamar on Twitter: @iamlamarcarter Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter

We take a look at Eric Rhew's upbringing into sports information and how he was essentially an SID since day one in high school. We'll also look into the value of truly saying "Thank you" and his extensive credential collection whilst telling the story of his arrival at UNC-Wilmington. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast

If you want to feel driven this episode then this is the one for you. We have Maddie Heaps from Eastern Michigan to talk about her first start in sports information and the move from sunny California to her first snow from Ypsilanti. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast

Breaking away from work both physically and mentally is something that few SIDs are able to achieve. We will emphasize detatchment in your mind and your surroundings so that you can better serve your department as well as yourself. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast

We welcome Brent Harris to the show as he details his roots in theater and, eventually, getting into sports information. The 19 year SID wil tell us the atmosphere of the national recognized Monon Bell game as well as working Super Bowls and his assignment as head statistician for the Indianapolis Colts. As always, you can follow us on social media @sportsinfocast Sign up for our newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter

Chris returns to SIDcast retelling his story and his journey from an engineering degree all the way to where he's at in Salem. He'll detail having to live in an apartment of the football stadium for years, problem solving in sports, and more! Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast Follow Chris on Twitter: Link to Part I: sidcast.fireside.fm/22

Our first podcast of 2019 features Nate Lake, a young, up-and-coming professional who started his career early during his days at Colorado State before taking a leap of faith deciding against Missionary School to take a GA-ship at Wyoming before ultimately settling down at MSU-Denver. As always, you can follow us on social media @sportsinfocast

We get the chance to sit down with the founder of Front Office Sports. The 24 year old takes us through what it's been like for him growing in the sport industry as well as the entire lead-up to the launch of Front Office Sports. Follow us on social media @sportsinfoacst

The former track athlete will reveal his path to sports information and the unique digital network they have started at SRU. Jon will also detail what it's like to have a unique team name and what it's like trying to get people to come watch "The Rock" in the Pittsburgh area. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast. Follow Jon on Twitter: @Holtz158 Newsletter: SIDcast.fireside.fm/newsletter T-Shirt: cottonbereau.com/products/sidcast

Number 100 features a guy that we had two years ago. . . for episode 13. It's been long over due but we finally have Ira Thor back on the pod to talk about his new position in local politics, the New York Jets, and the evolving landscape around him at NJCU. Follow us on social media @sportsinfocast