Chapter
The Unique Challenges of Calling Hockey on Radio
37:54 - 42:42 (04:48)
The art of calling a hockey game effectively on radio requires extensive knowledge of the sport and the ability to paint vivid word pictures for the listeners to follow the action. Unlike TV broadcasting where the viewers can see the game, radio broadcasting requires a unique set of skills to provide context and descriptions of the play-by-play on air.
Clips
The speaker discusses the challenges of announcing hockey on radio due to the fast pace of the game and the constant need to update listeners on the puck's location and possession.
37:54 - 39:21 (01:27)
Summary
The speaker discusses the challenges of announcing hockey on radio due to the fast pace of the game and the constant need to update listeners on the puck's location and possession.
ChapterThe Unique Challenges of Calling Hockey on Radio
Episode"Al Michaels"
PodcastSmartLess
The host discusses the differences between calling hockey and baseball games, citing the pace of the game and the opportunities to tell stories during downtime as significant factors affecting the experience for both the announcer and the viewer.
39:22 - 41:30 (02:07)
Summary
The host discusses the differences between calling hockey and baseball games, citing the pace of the game and the opportunities to tell stories during downtime as significant factors affecting the experience for both the announcer and the viewer.
ChapterThe Unique Challenges of Calling Hockey on Radio
Episode"Al Michaels"
PodcastSmartLess
Broadcaster Al Michaels attributes his ability to fill the space during live sports broadcasts to his constant access to endless information.
41:30 - 42:42 (01:12)
Summary
Broadcaster Al Michaels attributes his ability to fill the space during live sports broadcasts to his constant access to endless information. While the advancement in analytics helps with commentary, Michaels believes one should be mindful as not every information is applicable to the average viewer's needs.