Meditz College of Arts & Sciences Dean's Series - The Future of Sports Media & Career Success with Mike Francesa

In this episode of Fairfield University’s The Future Of series, Dean Richard Greenwald and communications professor David Albright speak with sports radio pioneer Mike Francesa about building a career in an industry transformed by broadcasting, podcasts, streaming, and social media.

Francesa traces his path from writing and research to CBS and WFAN, including the persistence that helped him earn an on-air opportunity and build Mike and the Mad Dog. The conversation highlights durable skills: writing clearly, mastering a subject, telling compelling stories, showing up, saying yes, learning every role, and staying resilient through rejection. Francesa also offers direct advice for students pursuing sports media internships and entry-level work in a fragmented digital landscape. Watch to learn how preparation, relationships, enthusiasm, and sustained effort can turn an unexpected opportunity into a lasting career.