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The SportsTalk Shop: “THE” 76ers Pick

June 28, 2016 By Chris Michael Leave a Comment

I try to maintain a “level head” when forming my sports opinions.  When fans rush from one extreme to the another (eg.,remember fans proclaiming the Eagles were going to the Super Bowl last year?), I try to take a step back and examine things objectively from all sides. But… I must admit, when the rumors…

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The SportsTalk Shop: “SportsTalk” Mailbag – Summer 2016

June 21, 2016 By Chris Michael Leave a Comment

I am very fortunate to be part of a live, interactive show, so that we get instant feedback from sports viewers–both on sports issues as they are happening and also about our “SportsTalk” program.  I get some great comments, questions and opinions from our viewers and they never fail to amaze me with their creativity…

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Behind the Mic: Father’s Day

By Gary Laubach Leave a Comment

Due to a Monday commitment, which is the day I usually write my blog, I am sitting at my computer Sunday morning contemplating what to write about.  I have already been reminded that it is Father’s Day by my two daughters who have sent their well-wishes and will visit later in the day.  They have…

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Behind the Mic: Rio and Zika

June 13, 2016 By Gary Laubach Leave a Comment

NBC Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, who is expecting her second child, has decided not to attend the Olympics.  A handful of other NBC employees have also opted not to travel to Rio.  NBCUniversal is not requiring any employee to go if they choose not to.  Close to 3,000 employees will be part of the…

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The SportsTalk Shop: Olympic Thoughts

By Chris Michael Leave a Comment

The advertisements for this year’s Summer Olympics in Rio have kicked into high gear, and people who traditionally don’t follow sports like handball, judo, table tennis and equestrian events will suddenly become experts (or at least show a passing interest) if and when these events are on television. It is a special time, and while…

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