Girl, How'd You Get That Gig?

In Episode 25 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Dana Weintraub, CEO of BAWSI (Bay Area Women's Sports Initiative). A pediatrician who has launched a second career with BAWSI promoting the women’s sports community and the need to engage, inspire, and empower girls in under-resourced neighborhoods and children with disabilities. Enjoy!

 It’s not necessary, but AG and CG discuss how it can be very helpful to have an athletic background when working in the industry.

In Episode 24 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Ilana Taub, Sports Publicist and Owner of Gold Tree PR. After working more than 15 years as a publicist with Red Bull, Ilana did what a lot of us did during Covid - she pivoted. She now owns her own PR firm representing and helping athletes from various sports “do their thing”, while building their brand and reputation.

Sadly AG and CG can answer this from experience. Listen to the full episode of ‘Biz Rizz’ on your favorite podcast app or watch/subscribe for FREE on YouTube.

In Episode 23 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Cherie Shoemake, a career softball umpire. One of only a few women to call the shots behind the dish and in the field, Cherie is in her 44th year of officiating. And at 60 years old, she’s making the transition from the diamond to the booth as a PA Announcer and Color Commentator. Get ready to be inspired!

AG and CG drop some knowledge on great “beginner” gigs in the industry. Listen to the full episode of ‘ Biz Rizz’ on your favorite podcast app or watch/subscribe for FREE on YouTube.

AG and CG drop some knowledge on great “beginner” gigs in the industry. Listen to the full episode of ‘ Biz Rizz’ on your favorite podcast app or watch/subscribe for FREE on YouTube.

AG and CG say “YES”….BUT, some sports gigs are an easier transition than others! Listen to the full episode of ‘ Biz Rizz’ on your favorite podcast app or watch/subscribe for FREE on YouTube. (Link or Link in Bio) TAG: Skylar Gabriel, @ Sonoma State University

In Episode 21 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Emily Cole, Director of Fun and Owner of the wildly popular, ‘Savannah Bananas’.The waiting list for tickets to a Bananas game has more than a million people on it. But did you know this collegiate summer baseball team, currently considered “The Greatest Show in Sports” was actually not a welcomed commodity when Emily and her co-owner and...

There is a tendency to change who we are to fit the job we think we want. But AG and CG break down how staying true to WHO you are is the best way to land the sports gig that’s right for you! Listen to the full episode of ‘ Biz Rizz’ on your favorite podcast app or watch/subscribe for FREE on YouTube. (Link or Link in Bio) Got a sports gig question? Comment below and we’ll feature it on ‘Biz Rizz’...

In Episode 20 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Dawn Keen, VP of Corporate Partnerships for the Houston Rockets. Got a lot of heart and hustle? Like to sell? Find out how Keen climbed the ladder by NOT being a pushy salesperson!

The ?: What advice do you have on coworkers not pulling their own weight! LOTS of tips on this since AG and CG have both had to pick up the slack PLENTY in their careers. Listen to the full episode of ‘ Biz Rizz’ on your favorite podcast app or watch/subscribe for FREE on YouTube. (Link or Link in Bio) Got a sports gig question? Comment below and we’ll feature it on ‘Biz Rizz’ !

The ?: How do you handle conflict with a supervisor? AG & CG have been there. Here are some easy tips to help you either resolve the tension or navigate through it.  Listen to the full episode of ‘ Biz Rizz’ on your favorite podcast app or watch/subscribe for FREE on YouTube. Got a sports gig question? Comment below and we’ll feature it on ‘Biz Rizz’ !

In Episode 18 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Amy Van Dyken, Swimmer and 6x gold medalist, motivational speaker and tv/radio personality. In 2014 Van Dyken suffered a horrific ATV accident that broke her spine and left her paralyzed from the waist down. BUT the former olympian turned tragedy into triumph and continues to live a full and fruitful life as a swimming analyst for Fox Spor...

What are the qualities needed to be a sports broadcaster? AG & CG break down a few “must-dos” to become a successful sports broadcaster.

In Episode 17 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Charlene Riofrio, Senior Manager, Digital Strategy and Operations, Fox Deportes. A bilingual bad a$$, Riofrio epitomizes having a diverse skill set because she constantly says “yes” to opportunity. Listen in on her impressive sports journey from the Tennis Channel, to ESPN, to Fox Deportes. She’s one to watch and learn from!

The ?: How does one correctly network when looking for a job in sports? AG and CG give some valuable advice!

In Episode 16 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Lindsay Amstutz, President of Media and Partnerships at  Playfly Sports. A leader with a heart! Amstutz not only calls the shots on the daily, but she's helping create an even playing field at arguably the most important level of athletics…youth sports.

YES - we ask our very own questions!!. Amy G. and Celeste G. tackle the age old question of how they prepare for a broadcast. It’s A LOT of work and we actually do the work all by ourselves!

In Episode 15 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Jenny Cavnar, the Oakland A’s Play by Play Announcer. When the A’s hired Jenny this off season she made sports history as the FIRST female primary play by play announcer in MLB history. She’s blazin’ trails and takin’ names and she is ONE TO WATCH! 

What makes an intern memorable and hireable? Amy G. and Celeste G. have worked with TONS of interns so get a pen and paper and write this golden knowledge down! 

In Episode 14 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Dr. Heather Hunter, Senior Associate Athletics Director/Senior Woman Administrator at UC Davis. A collegiate softball stud at UC Davis, her quest to constantly be learning brought her back into the college scene where she currently supervises the UC Davis Broadcast team, the Student Athlete Advising Team, and Facility Events and Operations...

Pet peeves…we all have them, even Amy G. and Celeste G. Take a listen to what drives them crazy about the sports industry.  

In Episode 12 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Taylor Turner, Assistant Sports Media Relations Manager at Loyola Marymount University. If you’re interested in public relations, listen up because Taylor breaks down what it’s like to serve as a liaison between multiple college sports, collegiate athletes and the media.

What’s your favorite sports moment? Celeste and Amy G. breakdown ONE…it was hard, but they break down just one of their favorite sports moments they covered or were a part of in their career.