The New York Giants Vice President of Digital Marketing joins the podcast to discuss his current duties, career journey, advice for aspiring professionals, and more.

Kassie Epstein Discusses 13 Years With Gillette Stadium

May 16th, 2021 36m 56s

Gillette Stadium's Social Media Manager joins the show to discuss her career journey with the organization.

Astasia Williams Talks New Beginnings

May 16th, 2021 34m 33s

Astasia Williams, formerly of the Washington Football Team and Carolina Panthers, discusses her career journey.

The Return.

Feb 26th, 2021 37m 19s

Amara and Shahbaz return for a new era of Social on the Sidelines.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 35 ft. Kam Strycharz (Chicago Bulls)

Feb 13th, 2020 44m

The Chicago Bulls are one of the most recognizable brands in basketball and this weekend, they host NBA All-Star Weekend. Kamil Strycharz, the Bulls' Digital Content Coordinator, joins the show this week to talk about his role with the team.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 34 ft. Matt Tornquist & Brandon Berrio (LSU Football)

Feb 6th, 2020 35m 5s

The LSU football team lit up the scoreboard this past season on the way to a national championship. In the same vein, the Tigers' social media team generated plenty of positive attention through their content. Coordinator of Creative and Digita

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 33 ft. Cameron Good (Freelance)

Dec 13th, 2019 39m 27s

After several years working full-time with the Chicago Bears, Cameron Good now creates digital content full-time as a freelancer working with teams like the White Sox, Chicago Bulls, and Chicago Blackhawks. Good joins Baz and Amara to discuss h

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 32 ft. Jimena Panduro (USWNT)

Nov 11th, 2019 37m 59s

The social media and content manager for the United States Women's National Soccer Team discusses her professional journey, following the team to another World Cup win, advice for aspiring professionals, and more!

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 31 - Season Previews with Baz & Amara

Oct 10th, 2019 35m 42s

Amara and Shahbaz talk 2019-20 Season Plans, learnings from the Summer, and more.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 31 ft. Mitch Jacobs (Call of Duty)

Sep 3rd, 2019 41m 30s

Mitch Jacobs talks about his journey to becoming the digital coordinator for Call of Duty, how important it is to make meaningful connections & more!

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 31 ft. Mitch Jacobs (Call of Duty)

Sep 2nd, 2019 41m 30s

Mitch Jacobs talks about his path to running Call of Duty digital, his love for photography & how important making meaningful connections is in this industry.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 30 ft. Alessandro Gasparro (LA Clippers)

Aug 19th, 2019 43m 54s

The Clippers Director of Social Media talks about his change from Sixers social to IMG and back into the NBA with the Clippers, strategy after an exciting offseason, advice for aspiring professionals, and more!

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 29 ft. Sue Jo (LA Dodgers)

Jul 25th, 2019 45m 54s

The Dodger's Social Media Managers joins the pod to discuss her lengthy journey into social media & sports, the Dodgers' digital strategy, and her hiring practices!

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 28 ft. Jordan Dolbin (NFL)

Jul 8th, 2019 40m 40s

The NFL's Manager of Social Content joins the pod to discuss her role in player social strategy, entrance into the industry, and long term vision.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 27 ft. Seerat Sohi (Yahoo Sports)

Jun 11th, 2019 43m 42s

An NBA Reporter at Yahoo, Seerat Sohi joins the pod to discuss her journey into NBA content, her start in sports, and more.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 26 ft. Ty Rogers

May 21st, 2019 41m 39s

Ty Rogers joins the pod to discuss his evolution from coaching, to graphic design, to video, Emmy award winning work, latest projects, and much more.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 25 ft. Will Exline (Twitter)

Apr 26th, 2019 37m 9s

Sports Partnerships Manager at Twitter, Will Exline joins the pod to discuss his favorite team accounts on Twitter, areas of improvement for sports commentary on the platform, and much more.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 24 ft. Jack Appleby (Midnight Oil)

Apr 12th, 2019 49m 13s

Director of Creative Strategy at Midnight Oil, Jack Appleby joins the pod to discuss his perception of change in social, biggest challenges working for entertainment brands, and much more.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 23 ft. Annie Finberg (ATL Hawks/Ringer)

Mar 20th, 2019 43m 7s

Annie Finberg of the Hawks joins the pod to discuss her unique journey into digital, the transition to podcasting, and much more.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 22 ft. Bryan Graham (Bleacher Report)

Mar 5th, 2019 35m 10s

Live from Bleacher Report studios in NYC, we talk BR's social strategy, how the organization views success on social, what ideation within BR looks like, and much more.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 21 ft. Kayla Knapp (Portland Timbers/Thorns)

Feb 13th, 2019 45m 20s

Our first MLS guest, Kayla Knapp, joins the pod to discuss working with the Portland Timbers, transitioning from Fox Sports to team social, providing advice, and more.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 20 ft. Taylor Stern (Dallas Cowboys)

Jan 30th, 2019 52m 23s

The Dallas Cowboys' Taylor Stern joins the podcast to discuss managing one of the world's biggest sports brands, how innovation is viewed in the Cowboys organization, and her journey into sports.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 19 ft. Just Us!

Jan 4th, 2019 37m 9s

Amara and Shahbaz discuss mental health struggles while working in social, challenges working in the field, and more in the latest episode.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 18 ft. Julie Phayer (The Ringer)

Dec 18th, 2018 1h 1m

Julie Phayer, formerly of the Golden State Warriors, now with The Ringer, hops on the podcast to discuss her experience from winning rings to the 3-1 series, how she got into NBA Social, and more.

Social on the Sidelines - Ep 17 ft. Jen Tulicki (Chicago Bears)

Nov 28th, 2018 45m 21s

Jen Tulicki - Director of Social Media for the Chicago Bears joins the pod to discuss her growth from Target Corporate Social to NFL Social, how a major trade impacts tone & voice, advice for taking digital risks, and more.