The Sportsnaut Interviews

Weekly sports interviews hosted by award-winning sports reporter, Carolyn Manno.

Exclusive Belmont Stakes Preview: Sierra Leone, Seize The Gray & More!

Bob Ehalt of Bloodhorse.com joins Sportsnaut’s Scott Gulbransen to preview the last horse race of the Triple Crown, The Belmont Stakes. Topics include the Preakness Stakes winner Seize The Grey and trainer D. Wayne Lucas, betting favorite Sierra Leone, and Ehalt’s predictions for Saratoga Race Course.

15:19 2024-06-04

Exclusive Insights: The Unstoppable Evolution of College Sports

In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Mike Schreck of College Sports Management Group (CSMG) to delve into the unstoppable evolution of college sports. From Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) policies to conference realignment and media rights, we cover the transformative changes shaping the future of the NCAA. Discover how these shifts impact athletes, universities, and fans alike.Join us as we explore:The latest developments in NIL and how athletes are benefitingThe dynamics of conference realignment and its implicationsThe future of media rights deals in college sportsWhat to expect from the evolving landscape of the NCAACheck out exclusive insights from an industry expert and learn why college sports will never be the same again!

21:17 2024-05-30

2024 Jets Preview: Aaron Rodgers, OL and more

NY Daily News’ Antwan Staley joins Sportsnaut’s Evan Groat to discuss the New York Jets expectations for the 2024 NFL season. Topics include Aaron Rodgers returning to the field after his achilles injury, offseason upgrades to the offensive line, and the team’s Super Bowl hopes.

16:36 2024-05-23

NCAA Spending Millions to Overturn NIL

Front Office Sports’ Amanda Christovich joins Sportsnaut’s Scott Gulbransen to explain the NCAA’s multimillion-dollar lobbying effort to save amateurism. College athletes recently obtained the ability to be paid from NIL deals and could win more earning opportunities in the near future. The NCAA and Power 5 have coordinated a campaign in Congress to go against future reforms and restore amateurism in College Athletics.

13:56 2024-05-22

WNBA: Caitlin Clark’s All-Star potential, teams to watch, potential strike

ESPN WNBA reporter Alexa Philippou talks to Sportsnaut about Caitlin Clark’s potential to be an All-Star in her rookie season and the impact she will have on the Fever. She also explains why the Aces are still the team to beat, who is a dark horse in the 2024 WNBA season, if a strike could be looming later this year, and more.

13:23 2024-05-16

Don’t Miss Out: Byron King’s 2024 Preakness Stakes Insights

Byron King joins Sportsnaut’s Scott Gulbransen to preview the 2024 Preakness Stakes and give his predictions. The Preakness Horse Race will take place on May 18, 2024 at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. King gives horse racing tips and discusses Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan.

12:05 2024-05-10

Steve Byk Reveals His Kentucky Derby Picks and Predictions

Steve Byk of ‘At The Races’ on Sirius XM joins Scott Gulbransen to preview the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. He discusses the favorites including Fierceness and Sierra Leone, and also gives some sleeper picks in Honor Marie and Just a Touch.

18:49 2024-05-01

Inside Look: Xavier Scruggs MLB Season Forecasts

Get an exclusive inside look at Xavier Scruggs’ MLB season forecasts! In this interview, the former UNLV Rebels star and MLB player discusses his predictions for the upcoming season and shares insights from his own experience in spring training with the St. Louis Cardinals. Scruggs also talks about the high expectations for the Los Angeles Dodgers and gives his predictions for the Atlanta Braves, Baltimore Oriloes, and New York Yankees sluggers Juan Soto and Aaron Judge. Don’t miss this insider’s perspective on the world of professional baseball.

13:21 2024-02-23

New York Giants Daboll drama, possibly drafting a QB, and free agent targets I Patricia Traina

Veteran Giants reporter Patricia Traina speaks to Jason Burgos about the ongoing drama with Brian Daboll and his coaching staff. If they could take a quarterback with their top pick. Saquon Barkley’s future with the team, and potential targets in free agency.

17:18 2024-02-12

Can Jordan Love and Packers Upset 49ers? | Mike Spofford Interview

Mike Spofford of Packers.com joins Sportsnaut’s Scott Gulbransen to discuss Jordan Love’s growth, Matt Lafleur’s offensive approach, the Green Bay Packers upset against the Dallas Cowboys, and the Packers’ divisional matchup against the San Francisco 49ers.

14:52 2024-01-18