Our guest this episode of The Chicago Golf Report podcast is the host of The Golf Scene, Steve Kashul. In this podcast episode, Steve shares notes from his 30+ year, Emmy Award-winning career in broadcasting, including:
- From Sports Fan to Sportscaster: Steve’s passion for sports broadcasting stemmed from his early desire to be a professional athlete. An internship at NBC 5 Sports solidified his path.
- Calm and Collected Demeanor: How Steve’s on-air composure is attributed to preparation, confidence, and a focus on making viewers feel comfortable.
- Shifting Sports Media Landscape: Steve reflects on the evolution from local sportscasters being stars to the rise of social media and athlete-driven content.
- Mentorship from Chet Coppock: Steve remembers Chet’s kindness, support, and work ethic during his internship, highlighting his influence on his career.
- Golden Age of Local Sportscasters: Steve reminisces about the 70s-90s era of local sportscaster prominence, contrasting it with the current athlete and influencer-driven landscape.
- Chicago Dream Realized: Why working in his hometown was a dream come true for Steve, and covering Chicago teams like the Bulls and Blackhawks were career highlights.
- 30 Years of “The Golf Scene”: How Steve’s passion for golf and adaptability to changing media trends contributed to the show’s success, with interviews being a key element.
- Golf Influencers and Mixed Feelings: Steve acknowledges the influence of golf influencers like Paige Spiranac, appreciating their reach while noting concerns about potential sensationalism.
- Remembering Chicago Golf Media Legends: We pay tribute to influential figures like Charles Bartlett and Herb Graffis, lamenting the decline in golf media professionals.
- Potential Illinois Golf Hall of Fame Recognition: Our opinion why Kashul’s contributions deserve recognition in the Illinois Golf Hall of Fame, and Steve’s continued dedication to promoting golf.
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