Author: David J. Halberstam
Podcast produces evidence that Penn State’s Sandusky is innocent and Paterno was wrongfully debunked
The scandal rocked a city, a state and a country. The antagonist was found […]
Halby’s Morsels: The fallout of the NHL TV deal, NBC’s statement; ESPN’s coverage of MLB and more
Turner, NBC and the NHL So Turner gets what some are referring to as […]
At 90, Jerry Izenberg is invincible; Ali was his easiest interview and Rozelle was the best all-time commissioner
By any measure, Jerry Izenberg is a media icon. Late yesterday afternoon, I sent […]
In a changing world, TV experts Ed Desser and John Kosner share how fans will watch sports in the future
Ed Desser and John Kosner worked together at the NBA for a significant number […]
Halby’s Morsels: Network rights fees; Ad rates escalating; MLB voices; Joe Buck; Keith Jackson’s legacy
Someone has to pay for the NFL rights fees Got word today from a network […]
Halby’s Morsels: Sox’ Len Kasper didn’t utter ‘perfect game’; NBA bias; Masters; Olympics; Slick Leonard +
Halby’s Morsels Last night, I tuned in to Len Kasper, the White Sox’ new radio […]
Sharing the same birthday, John Madden brought novelty and Don Meredith levity to NFL booths
Two birthdays passed quietly last Saturday, April 10th. John Madden turned 85. The football […]
NBC Sports Chairman Pete Bevacqua hopeful about NHL; Addresses NFL, Olympics, pandemic and ratings
The story of Pete Bevacqua is one of immaculate success. From his roots, through […]
Halby’s Morsels: Top all-time Final Four announce teams; Remote broadcast that went wrong
As we put a cap on the NCAA Tournament, I counted ten announce teams […]
The NCAA Finals on CBS: Grant Hill was assertive, taking a lead role at times; Nantz and Raftery solid
Gonzaga – Baylor Championship game: Comments and notes watching Monday night’s men’s championship on CBS. […]
Final 4 thriller: UCLA’s Josh Lewin had best call; CBS voices didn’t let the win breathe; Listen to all 5 calls
The Saturday night thriller was memorable. Fans will certainly argue over the most breathtaking Final […]
CBS/Turner ready for the Final Four with many studio analysts; Superb Andy Katz is not on roster
We’re getting to the end of the road. CBS/Turner’s coverage starts Saturday at 2 […]