{"id":281,"date":"2025-02-17T02:23:55","date_gmt":"2025-02-17T02:23:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/jasminesports\/?page_id=281"},"modified":"2025-02-17T02:23:55","modified_gmt":"2025-02-17T02:23:55","slug":"my-sports-media-diet-past-present-and-future","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/jasminesports\/my-sports-media-diet-past-present-and-future\/","title":{"rendered":"My Sports Media Diet: Past, Present, and Future"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It might seem logical to assume that, because I work in sports, my media consumption would be overwhelmingly sports-focused. Surprisingly, though, that\u2019s not the case. In fact, I\u2019d estimate that only about 15 percent of my media intake is dedicated to sports. The majority of what I consume is rooted in pop culture movies, TV shows, music, and entertainment news. I find that pop culture is so intertwined with everyday life that I naturally stay informed without much effort. I rarely feel the need to check ESPN or Fox Sports for updates; what\u2019s trending in sports often finds its way to me through pop culture channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Past:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Back in 2020, my sports media diet looked very different. That year marked a pivotal time for me \u2014 I was in the middle of a career shift. I had originally majored in mass communication and broadcasting, thinking I\u2019d end up producing or working behind the scenes in a major production company. But during that time, I discovered my passion for sports and decided to pivot my career path. That shift came with an intense period of sports media overconsumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I watched a lot<\/em> of sports content. WWE on Peacock was a staple, along with my school\u2019s games streaming on ESPN+. Since I had cable back then, my weekends were dominated by football \u2014 college and NFL alike \u2014 playing on the TV almost nonstop. It wasn\u2019t just about watching games; I was immersing myself in sports storytelling, analysis, and culture, learning as much as I could while falling in love with the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Present:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

These days, my sports media consumption is more intentional. I\u2019m no longer glued to a TV or subscribed to every streaming service with a sports package. Now, I rely heavily on YouTube \u2014 it\u2019s my go-to platform for everything sports-related. I enjoy watching highlights, deep-dive documentaries on intriguing players, and even videos that break down football playbooks. That\u2019s where I learn and stay connected to the game in a way that feels engaging and educational, not overwhelming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I do have a few sports apps on my phone \u2014 ESPN, Fox Sports, and CBS Sports \u2014 but I\u2019m mindful about not overchecking them. I find that I no longer need to be constantly updated; I get what I need, when I need it, without the endless scrolling or notifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking ahead five years, I imagine my sports media diet will shift even further. With social media and technology evolving so rapidly, I don\u2019t see myself using as many sports apps or spending as much time on my phone in general. I want to create healthier boundaries with digital consumption and be more present in my real-life experiences. Ideally, I\u2019d cut back on social media as much as possible \u2014 not because I don\u2019t enjoy it, but because I know how easy it is to fall into the trap of constant connectivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I picture myself still engaged with sports media, but in a more balanced way. Maybe attending more live games, relying on a few trusted sources for updates, and spending less time scrolling and more time experiencing. That feels like the healthiest and most sustainable version of my sports media diet.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

It might seem logical to assume that, because I work in sports, my media consumption would be overwhelmingly sports-focused. Surprisingly, though, that\u2019s not the case. In fact, I\u2019d estimate that only about 15 percent of my media intake is dedicated to sports. The majority of what I consume is rooted in pop culture movies, TV… <\/p>\n

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