The Backyard Banter Podcast Episode 17: Jeff Risdon - It's hard to be in the middle
By: Matt Harmon
April 22nd, 2016
April 22nd, 2016
The seventeenth episode of the podcast brings us Jeff Risdon of Real GM and DraftBreakdown for a multi-layered discussion on his approach to the industry. Jeff is a keen evaluator with years of experience, but also brings a different style to his work than just about any other writer out there. He has some strong opinions on the craft or writing, and also how to navigate interactions while treating people the right way.
Highlights from this episode include:
The YouTube broadcast is at the top of this page, and the audio is below. Additionally, you can also subscribe on iTunes or through Stitcher for an audio only version to listen at your own convenience. If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a rating and review through the various podcast apps.
Remember, you can be entered to win a spot in The Scott Fish Bowl by leaving a review of The Backyard Banter Podcast on iTunes. The winner will be announced on May 3rd's edition of the show.
Highlights from this episode include:
- Jeff's longtime love of football despite being tied to two doomed NFL franchises.
- How Jeff has seen the industry change over the span of his 13 years of scouting.
- Why Jeff often finds himself being in the middle and how that can be difficult in a world of outside influences.
- Whether being a good writer is more important than your football chops and if outside interests should seep into your work.
- The struggle of wearing multiple different hats, but the importance of compartmentalizing.
The YouTube broadcast is at the top of this page, and the audio is below. Additionally, you can also subscribe on iTunes or through Stitcher for an audio only version to listen at your own convenience. If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a rating and review through the various podcast apps.
Remember, you can be entered to win a spot in The Scott Fish Bowl by leaving a review of The Backyard Banter Podcast on iTunes. The winner will be announced on May 3rd's edition of the show.
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