This Was SportsCenter: Linda Cohn - Season 1, Ep. 4
Summary
Rich Eisen hosts Linda Cohn in the fourth episode of "This Was SportsCenter," recorded at his Los Angeles studio. They reminisce about their early careers, including Cohn’s start in Seattle and Eisen’s rookie year, while sharing an Emmy they won together in 1996. The conversation covers iconic moments like the Riddick Bowe brawl, the introduction of the bottom-line ticker, and the unique camaraderie of the ESPN newsroom during its golden age.
Topics discussed
Introduction and sponsor message
Linda Cohn's early career and joining ESPN
First days in Seattle and Ken Griffey Jr. stories
Late night shifts and Keith Olbermann's advice
Co-anchoring with Stuart Scott and the 'Golden Era'
The Riddick Bowe brawl at Madison Square Garden
Breaking news protocols and the O.J. Simpson chase
Boxing coverage and scheduling conflicts
Stuart Scott's personality and on-air antics
Memories of Stuart Scott's illness and legacy
Reflections on the SportsCenter community and closing
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