On this episode of Crisis Communications in Sports, hosts Jim Rocco and Cris Bruce examine six separate hot-button crisis topics that are currently trending in the world of sports, and offer their unique takes on where things went wrong, and what can be done going forward. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IsyIzF3ZgA

We speak with one of the most respected NFL sideline reporters of the past 25 years, to break down the fallout from NFL personality Charissa Thompson's admission that she sometimes made up reports early in her career.

With details surrounding Michigan State's firing of football coach Mel Tucker due to sexual misconduct allegations making headlines daily, we spoke to the man who first broke the story. We also examine the recent attempt by MLB pitcher Trevor Bauer to restore his reputation.

Awful Announcing's Sean Keeley discusses the recent suspension of Baltimore Orioles' announcer Kevin Brown and how it backfired on the O's hypersensitive owners. Jim and Cris also look at recent allegations about Tampa Bay Rays' Shortstop Wander Franco.

Jim and Cris are joined by attorney Rusty Webb to discuss former West Virgnia basketball coach Bob Huggins' strange claim that he didn't resign from his job, nearly a month after it was widely reported. They also look at a fascinating public salary battle by some NFL running backs.

We're joined by Sports sociologist Daniel Sailofsky to discuss the controversy that erupted at the NCAA Women's Basketball Championship, and how the public responses from players, social media, and the White House, played a role.

NFL Insider Andrew Brandt joins us for a provocative conversation on the challenging communication strategies surrounding the Washington Commanders. We also discuss the Kyrie Irving situation and more.

As the Russian detainment of American basketball star Brittney Griner continues, we speak with Russia and Ukraine commentator Kimberly St. Julian-Varnon about the complex and critically important media tactics utilized by Griner's supporters.

Jim and Cris speak with Denise about the short- and long-term reputational damage professional athletes face when they are embroiled in a PR mess. From the PGA to the NFL, Denise discusses how to mitigate the fallout.

We return with an all-new episode on the complex and hotly-debated topic of college athlete compensation. Gabe Feldman, a leading authority on college sports, speaks with hosts Jim Rocco and Cris Bruce about the seemingly ever-changing framework and what the future holds.

Rick speaks with our hosts about his experience handling the marketing responsibilities for previous olympics and the daunting challenges his successor faces with this year’s games.

This week's episode features a fascinating interview with the renowned marketing professor as he chats about advertising during this year's Super Bowl, brands that dropped the ball in years past, and how they recovered.