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- Lineup Brings a Variety of New and Diverse Perspectives as Audio Drives Integrated,
Multi-platform Approach - Keyshawn Johnson, Jay Williams & Zubin Mehenti Will Lead Morning Show –
Keyshawn, Jay and Zubin - Additional Returning & New Voices: Chiney Ogwumike, Max Kellerman, Dan Le Batard,
Jon “Stugotz” Weiner, Mike Golic Jr, Sarah Spain, Jason Fitz, Freddie Coleman & Ian
Fitzsimmons - Hosts will Continue Appearing Across ESPN Platforms Driving Compelling &
Entertaining Discussions on the Day’s Key Topics
ESPN Radio will unveil a powerful new weekday lineup beginning Monday, Aug. 17, featuring
signature, multi-platform personalities, all of whom either currently work on or previously hosted
shows on ESPN Radio.
Mike Greenberg, who co-hosted one of the most successful sports talk radio shows in history for 18
years will return to host The Mike Greenberg Show from noon-2 p.m. ET.
“In radio, there is an intimacy in the relationship with the audience that is different from any other
medium,” Greenberg said. “I have always enjoyed that and am really looking forward to rediscovering
it.”
All hosts will also appear across ESPN’s TV and digital shows, podcasts, and more to further
compelling, informative, and entertaining discussions on key topics for fans throughout the day. All
ESPN Radio shows will feature newsmakers and topical sports and celebrity guests in addition to fan
interaction via calls and on social media.
“Our new lineup will provide sports fans informative and engaging content throughout the week from
hosts who all have radio experience,” said Norby Williamson, executive vice president & executive
editor, production. “They know how to connect with fans and keep them invested in the
programming. Our listeners will hear diverse perspectives on key topics from some of the most
talented, knowledgeable and contemporary voices in the industry.”
David Roberts, ESPN senior vice president, production, added, “This lineup and approach
underscores our commitment to expanding the scope and impact of some of our industry’s most
versatile voices throughout the day and night”
Keyshawn, Jay and Zubin: 6 – 10 a.m.
The schedule begins with the premiere of ESPN Radio’s new morning show, Keyshawn, Jay and
Zubin, from 6-10 a.m. NFL Live analyst and Super Bowl Champion Keyshawn Johnson will co-host,
alongside NBA and college basketball analyst Jay Williams and SportsCenter anchor Zubin Mehenti.
The trio will discuss the morning’s top stories and overnight developments with their own perspective
and analysis. Johnson – who has headlined a morning show for 710AM ESPN in Los Angeles since
2016 – will regularly appear on Get Up and First Take. Williams – who is regularly heard as a guest
across ESPN Radio’s studio show lineup – will continue his role on NBA Countdown and appear
across the network’s TV studio programming. Mehenti has been a consistent weekend voice on
ESPN Radio in recent months and will also continue to host select editions of SportsCenter going
forward.
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz: 10 a.m. – Noon
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz will follow from 10 a.m.-noon. The show has been part of the
national ESPN Radio weekday lineup since 2015 and features Dan Le Batard – host of Highly
Questionable and the South Beach Sessions podcast – and Jon “Stugotz” Weiner – host of the
Stupodity podcast – connecting with listeners through their unique blend of self-deprecating humor,
insightful guests, and thoughtful conversation. Given the show also has a very engaged digital
following, Le Batard will continue to expand his reach in the podcast space through the Le Batard and
Friends Network.
The Mike Greenberg Show: Noon – 2 p.m.
Host of ESPN’s morning show Get Up, Mike Greenberg makes his highly anticipated return to ESPN
Radio. The show will regularly feature his unique take on many of the trending topics from that
morning’s Get Up. Greenberg previously co-hosted Mike & Mike for almost two decades and was
inducted in to the National Radio Hall of Fame in 2018.
The Max Kellerman Show: 2 – 4 p.m.
Featured commentator on ESPN’s marquee morning debate show First Take and host of Max on
Boxing Max Kellerman will make his national ESPN Radio debut with The Max Kellerman Show from
2-4 p.m. Kellerman will regularly expand on the most-timely debates from that day’s edition of First
Take from his point of view, further discussions on the latest boxing news and much more. Kellerman
previously hosted shows for ESPN Radio in both the Los Angeles and New York markets.
Chiney and Golic Jr.: 4 – 7 p.m.
Two-time WNBA All-Star Chiney Ogwumike will be joined by ESPN Radio’s Mike Golic Jr. from 4-7
p.m. for Chiney and Golic Jr. The duo – who regularly contribute to ESPN’s digital shows surrounding
major events and the network’s additional studio programming – will engage with fans while
discussing topics of the day and looking ahead at the night’s events. Ogwumike will also regularly
appear on SportsCenter, Get Up, First Take, WNBA and NBA programming and provide analysis for
men’s college basketball.
Ogwumike said, “I cherish this moment and opportunity, now more than ever. To co-host a daily,
national platform is a reflection of ESPN’s understanding that voices like mine matter. I am thrilled to
represent this rising generation alongside my new teammate Golic Jr., a close friend and exceptional
talent.”
Spain and Fitz: 7 – 9 p.m.
From 7-9 p.m., award-winning writer for espnW and ESPN Radio host Sarah Spain – who also
appears on the network’s Highly Questionable and Around the Horn – will be reunited with former cohost Jason Fitz – who will also continue as a leading commentator for ESPN’s digital shows and
special event programming. Spain and Fitz – which the duo previously hosted together from January
2018-May 2019 – will pick up where it left off, entertaining listeners with insightful conversation on the
day’s trending topics and under-the-radar stories.
Freddie and Fitzsimmons: 9 p.m. – 1 a.m.
The weekday lineup culminates with Freddie and Fitzsimmons, led by veteran radio host Freddie
Coleman and football sideline reporter and analyst Ian Fitzsimmons, from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Coleman and
Fitzsimmons take fans inside the sports news and events of the day with inviting conversation, strong
opinions and reactions as that night’s events unfold.
ESPN Radio’s weekday lineup can be heard nationally on SiriusXM, the ESPN App and
ESPNRadio.com as well as via digital distributers Apple Music, iHeartRadio and TuneIn. Keyshawn,
Jay and Zubin will be simulcast on ESPN2 from 6-8 a.m. and ESPNEWS from 6-10 a.m. The Dan Le
Batard Show with Stugotz, The Mike Greenberg Show, The Max Kellerman Show and Chiney and
Golic Jr. will all be simulcast on ESPNEWS.
ESPN Radio Weekday Lineup
Time (ET) Show/Host(s)
6 a.m. Keyshawn, Jay and Zubin *
Keyshawn Johnson, Jay Williams, Zubin Mehenti
10 a.m. The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz**
Dan Le Batard, Jon “Stugotz” Weiner
Noon The Mike Greenberg Show**
Mike Greenberg
2 p.m. The Max Kellerman Show**
Max Kellerman
4 p.m. Chiney and Golic Jr.**
Chiney Ogwumike, Mike Golic Jr.
7 p.m. Spain and Fitz
Sarah Spain, Jason Fitz
9 p.m. Freddie and Fitzsimmons
Freddie Coleman, Ian Fitzsimmons
*Simulcast on ESPN2 (6-8 a.m.) and ESPNEWS (6-10 a.m.)
**Simulcast on ESPNEWS
