Kornheiser is leaving ESPN 980<\/a>, the AM radio station that has served as the home of "The Tony Kornheiser Show" for over two decades.<\/p>\n“Tony is a pillar in the Washington, D.C. sports community and we would like to express our sincerest gratitude and thank him for his dedication,” said Terry Bateman, Chairman of Red Zebra Broadcasting, the station's parent company.<\/p>\n
Kornheiser, long known as one of the top sports columnists in the country, began his radio career in 1992 as part of WTEM's original lineup and has been entertaining Washington, D.C. sports fans with a unique brand of analysis and commentary.<\/p>\n
While this may signify the end of Kornheiser's local sports ties, he will not be compeltely removed from audio broadcasting. “I have loved every minute on the radio at WTEM,” Kornheiser said in the statement. <\/p>\n
“But I felt it was time to pursue a new and appealing challenge. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss their thoughts on todays World Cup games both ending in penalty kicks, if this was one game or something bigger for Baker Mayfield and if the Lions should be favored over the vikings this weekend. Trending. Tony Kornheiser signed off from writing his Style-section column on September 30, 2001, with this line about his move to TV: "Television! Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including their thoughts on the details surrounding the murder involving Alabama basketball players Brandon Miller and Darius Miles, if the Hawks firing of Head Coach Nate McMillan fixes their problems and if they are in favor of College Footballs proposed rule changes to shorten games. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including if last nights Warriors win over the Kings feels bigger than just one win, if the referees got the calls on Harden and Embiids groin shots right, and if MLB needs a better sticky substance testing standard after Max Scherzer is suspended after a controversial hand check. Hes sixtyish, balding, and nebbishy, and speaks with a whiny Long Island honk of an accent. Subban joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. Tony Kornheiser and Pablo Torre discuss if the Packers are done now after losing to the Titans last night, what the most intriguing NFL matchup is this weekend and where Aaron Judge will end up after winning the AL MVP. We welcome all corrections and feedback using the button below. He . Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including if the sky is the limit for the Lakers heading into the post season, if MLB should keep the pitch clock for the playoffs, and Brian Windhorst joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. Frank Isola and Mina Kimes discuss this weeks matchup between Tom Brady and Geno Smith in Munich, if the Yankees should feel good about the Judge pursuit, and if the path is cleared for Kyrie Irving to return. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss what Kevin Durants future holds after requesting a trade from the Nets and what USC and UCLA joining to the Big Ten means for College Football. on ESPN. We'll see if Kornheiser has anything to say about this on ESPN's Pardon The Interruption. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss what Nadal has left after losing in the Australian Open, which win was the Biggest; K-State, Iowa State or Kentucky and Booger McFarland joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. After graduating with his BA in 1970, he spent a brief period of time working with children with disabilities. src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=674090812743125&ev=PageView&noscript=1"/>. In 2018, I interviewed Kornheiser's PTI co-host Michael Wilbon about this topic. A little later in the year, he announced that it would be renamed Chatter. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including their takeaways from the early games of MLBs Opening Day, which NBA Pacific division win last night was the biggest deal, and Bryant Gumbel joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. I have no right to insult what anybody looks like or what anybody wears. Mina Kimes and Pablo Torre discuss if Aaron Rodgers is on a level above Mahomes, how much Tyron Smiths injury hurts the Cowboys and if Patrick Beverly can transform the Lakers. Many sports fans consider this time of year the dry season. College and pro football is over, the interminably long NBA regular season has more than 20 games yet to be played, spring training has not yet begun, and March Madness is still weeks away. "The Tony Kornheiser Show" (now available exclusively on-demand) is a topical, daily talk show that starts with sports and quickly moves into politics, current events, entertainment and, really, whatever happens to be on Tony's mind that day. I may be in the minority here, but I think the suspension was too harsh. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss Aaron Judges 61st home run for the season and how we should look at it, if the Dolphins should get a pass on a short week and how the Mississippi welfare fund scandal makes Brett Favre look. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if last nights Buccaneers win over the Cowboys is a sign of things to come for both teams, which divisional win was the most intriguing and which QB with a new team had the best debut. Tony Kornheiser and Pablo Torre discuss how coaching changes will impact Lamar Jackson and Tom Brady after both of their OCs are fired, if Gronk is right about Aaron Rodgers when he said he should be focusing on Super Bowls instead of MVPs and Steve Young joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. In June of 2008, the station declined to renew the show due to falling ratings. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon preview Game 6 of the NBA Finals tonight including if Golden State can close out the title on the road before talking a strong start for the Avalanche in the Stanley Cup Final. Tony Kornheiser is a television sports talk show host and former sports columnist. Tony Kornheiser was born on July 13, 1948 in Lynbrook, New York, the only child of Ira and Estelle. I mean, youve got to be kidding me, Kornheiser said. Head Coaching Hires: 2/14/23. Following this, Kornheiser was recruited to join the Washington Post as a general assignment reporter in the Style and Sports section. Toronto's first death from #COVID19. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if tonights Game 4 vs the Celtics is must win for the Warriors, if the Ranges should still have belief after game 5 loss to go down 3-2 to the Lightning, and is Tony La Russa right to defend internally walking Trae Turner with 2 strikes. The format of the showregular sit-in guests with familiar interviews and segmentshighlights not only the unique perspective of Tony Kornheiser . Tony Kornheiser and Pablo Torre come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including if the MLBs new rules will make baseball better, if the Bucks or Celtics should feel better about last nights close game with the Celtics sitting 4 starters and what darkness will tell Aaron Rodgers after he said he was going to a darkness retreat to figure out his future. This is another of the reasons I dont think he should have gotten more than a reprimand from the network. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including how much power the Jets should give Aaron Rodgers after he reportedly gave them a wish-list of players to add in free agency, if they think the proposed game minimums for regular season NBA awards would solve the load management issue, and if they had an issue with Giannis dribbling out the clock in a win over the Kings that ended in a fight. He pokes fun at people, including himself. Tony Kornheiser and Pablo Torre discuss If the Astros sweeping the Yankees in a double header means anything, if the Nationals should trade Juan Soto, and if theyre betting on Shohei Otani or Max Scherzer. The first full episode of the podcast was released that September. Chris Cillizza and Gary Braun joined Kornheiser in the studio, while Michael Wilbon and Steve Sands became the first guests to join over the phone. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if the Astros got lucky beating the Yankees in Game 2 of the ALCS, how much better the 49ers are after trading for Christian McCaffery and David Pollack joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including their thoughts on all the big upsets in the first 2 rounds of March Madness, who the most impressive team in the Sweet 16 is, if Georgetown and St Johns new coaching hires can regain their past glory? The show features sports topics that are debated in segments of two minutes or less. But I will miss all of my friends and colleagues at WTEM.. The legendary Pardon The Interruption co-host blasted the Washington Post for how it handled its front page. 375 episodes. By 2019 his salary had risen to $6 million which made him one of the highest-paid personalities in ESPN history. In June of 2016, Kornheiser announced that his show would be relaunched exclusively in podcast form. For example, he called Washington Post writer Paul Farhi a "two-bit weasel slug" when Farhi criticized his color commentary in the paper. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon preview the US Open, talk Tatums struggles for the Celtics and changes in the MLB because of the pitch clock. It's easy. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss their thoughts on Tom Brady retiring for a second time a year to the day since he first did, if any QB will ever match Bradys records or longevity and if Aaron Rodgers knows what he will do for next season. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss their thoughts on Lionel Messi and the Argentine National team moving past Croatia to the World Cup Finals, their takeaways from the Patriots' win over the Cardinals last night and if the Clippers' win over the Celtics last night is a big deal. Pardon the Interruption (abbreviated PTI) is an American sports talk television show that airs weekdays on various ESPN TV channels. The format of the showregular sit-in guests with familiar interviews and segments . ESPN television personality Tony Kornheiser was suspended Tuesday for remarks he made about fellow anchor Hannah Storm on his local Washington, D.C. radio show. A 70 year old man. By TONY KORNHEISER July 10, 1994 We begin today by quoting a wire story that would be a testament to good old American ingenuity -- if it hadn't happened in Tokyo: "To gain the minimum height. Despite all of his success as CEO of Disney, Bob Iger has an underdog mentality. The format of the showregular sit-in guests with familiar interviews and segments . The man looks like one of those souvenir coconuts with a tiki face carved into it.". Kornheiser has drawn his fair share of controversy over the years. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if the Buccaneer or Packers should be more worried following their losses this weekend, the Colts benching Matt Ryan in favor for Sam Ehlinger and their thoughts on the Phillies and Astros advancing to the World Series. Tony Kornheiser and Pablo Torre discuss if they think Aaron Rodgers will end up on the Jets after they hired Nathaniel Hackett as OC, if theyre surprised Frank Reich is the Panthers choice for their next Head Coach and Steve Young joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss the USMNTs 1-0 win over the Iranian National Team to advance to the Knockout stage of the World Cup, how Auburn hiring Hugh Freeze feels in light of his past controversies and if Tiger Woods is right that Greg Norman needs to go for the PGA and LIV tours to coexist. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon face off in the nation's capital on the day's hottest topics. Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss the Washington Commanders looking to 5th round QB Sam Howell to start this Sunday, and if coach Ron Rivera should be brought back next year. Tony Kornheiser and Pablo Torre come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including if it was smart for the Ravens to use the non-exclusive tag on Lamar Jackson, if the Jets need to get Aaron Rodgers after losing out on Derek Carr to the Saints, and if the Seahawks should still pick a QB with the #5 picks after signing Geno Smith to a 3-year deal. Kornheisers jobas well as that of his PTI partner Michael Wilbonis to be provocative. But on Thursday, Red Zebra Broadcasting announced that Kornheiser is leaving ESPN 980, the AM radio station that has served as the home of "The Tony Kornheiser Show" for over twodecades. Tony Kornheiser and Pablo Torre come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including what the significance is of LeBron passing Kareem as the NBAs all-time scoring leader, if Kyrie was disrespected by the Nets during his time in Brooklyn and Steve Young joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. Kornheiser knows this, and picking on himself is part of his shtick. He then moved to the New York Times, which he wrote for between 1976 and 1979. They discuss his negotiations to purchase Pixar, Marvel and Lucasfilm, as well as Disneys shift to streaming and the risk that went along with that decision. Michael Wilbon and Frank Isola discuss the Celtics and the Nets talking a trade for Kevin Durant but being far apart on terms, if the Blue Jays are rising or the Red Sox are falling, and Draymonds comments about the 2017 Warriors being better than the 1998 Bulls. Kornheiser started his writing career in New York City, writing for Newsday between 1970 and 1976. He and his wife Karril have two children, namely Michael and Elizabeth. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss the Celtics making a statement in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, the PGA Tour taking a stance and preview Lightning-Rangers for tonight. Michael Wilbon and Frank Isola discuss if the Eagles should rest or risk Jalen Hurts with his shoulder injury heading into this week, if the Packers can run the table after their win over the Rams last night and the news that the Masters will allow qualified LIV players to compete this year. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss their thoughts on Kyrie Irvings suspension and apology, what their biggest highlight from Game 5 of the World Series was and if they are more or less impressed with the Eagles after their win over the Texans on Thursday Night Football. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss their thoughts on the positive developments in the Damar Hamlin situation, what the NFL should do to finalize the Bengals/Bills game and why scoring is so high in the NBA. Tony Kornheiser on PTI this week blasted Tua for the "Twitter Warrior" comments he made at his media session and said Tua is fighting a battle he cannot win and all Tua did is put more pressure on himself. Kornheiser has also made several inappropriate remarks, including one in which he ridiculed his EPSN colleague Hannah Storm for her wardrobe. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if Frances Tiafoe is now the mens favorite at the US Open, how important winning the division is to the Mets and Braves, if they think Patrick Beverly and Russell Westbrook will get along and Booger McFarland joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. Tony Kornheiser, an ESPN television presenter, was suspended in 2010 as a result of remarks he made about another anchor, Hannah Storm while participating in a radio interview with his local Washington, D.C. news station. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if their opinions of the Cowboys was elevated with their emphatic win over the Buccaneers last night, where they think Tom Brady goes from here and if they see any signs that LeBrons career is winding down. Mina Kimes and Frank Isola discuss if Kyler Murray is worth the huge 5-year contract extension he and the Cardinals agreed to, if it is a mistake for the Browns to pass on trading for Jimmy Garoppolo and how the Sixers should feel about Hardens new contract. Hes paid to offer opinions on sports-related topics, and if all his opinions were run-of-the-mill and milquetoast in tone, hed be out of a job. He apologized on the air. But otherwise, the comments he made were not out of character. The media has been very desirous that a black quarterback do well, black coaches and black quarterbacks doing well, Limbaugh said. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including what the Ravens should do after Lamar Jackson reportedly requested a trade, their thoughts on how this weekends Elite 8 shook out, and who the favorite is to win the Mens National Championship with the Final 4 set. Description: "The Tony Kornheiser Show" (now available exclusively on-demand) is a topical, daily talk show that starts with sports and quickly moves into politics, current events, entertainment and, really, whatever happens to be on Tony's mind that day. Also they discuss who is on a more impressive run, the Yankees or the Braves? Pablo Torre and Tony Kornheiser discuss if Baker Mayfields comments about the Browns hurt or help, Jeanie Buss calling Russell Westbrook the Lakers most consistent Laker and what the biggest headline from the US Open was last night. Heck, Hannah Storm could probably kick the crap out of him. Coach K details his perseverance amidst early struggles at Duke, as well as his close relationship with and admiration for Kobe Bryant. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss how important winning the division is for the Mets and Braves, if it's okay that teams are walking Aaron Judge on his path to 60 home runs and Steve Young joins for Five Good Minutes. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including what the chances are that San Diego State beats UConn tonight in the National Championship, if last nights Womens National Championship was more about LSU winning it or Iowa losing it, and if Giannis performance against Embiid was a MVP-clinching performance. Pablo Torre and Tony Kornheiser discuss the expansion of the CFB playoff from 4 teams to 12, if Nadal or Serena is more likely to make it through the US Opens long weekend and if Phil Mickelson is right that all players should appreciate the LIV Tour. I will be launching a podcast this September. I am excited that this endeavor will allow me to continue to work with so many of the people who have been a part of my radio show for over the past 20 years. He's still one of the more entertaining voices on sports television. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including who they have in this weekends Super Bowl Matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs, if theyre surprised by Patrick Mahomes margin of victory for MVP and Booger McFarland joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. They are then joined by Booger McFarland to discuss the emotions and fallout following Damar Hamlin's collapse on MNF. In 1984, he became a full-time sports columnist for the publication. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if the Bills blowout of the Titans last night was more about the Bills or the Titans, exactly how good are the Eagles after beating the Vikings yesterday and their thoughts on the end of the NBAs one-and-done rule. Pablo Torre and Tony Kornheiser discuss if Jimmy Garoppolos new contract with the 49ers is good for both sides, who has a stronger case for MVP; Aaron Judge or Shohei Ohtani and if Serena can make a run in the US Open following her first round win. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including if the Packers should hold out for more in a trade after Aaron Rodgers announces his intent to play for the Jets, if Ja Morants 8-game suspension is a fair ruling, and Jim Boeheim joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. TheWashington Posthad the, Kornheiser on today's sports front: "It's insane that The Washington Post stripped that [Mystics] game across the top. Prior to that, he was a sportswriter for the Washington Post. How Much Do The Highest-Paid ESPN Stars Make? Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss what the Patriots loss to the Bills last night tells us, what a win against the Netherlands would men for the USMNT and their thoughts on Jerry Jones and the comment LeBron made about his situation. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss Colts owner Jim Irsay saying there is merit to remove Dan Snyder as an NFL owner, if the Phillies or the Padres have the edge in the NLCS and Kendrick Perkins joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss where Steph Currys shoulder injury leaves the Warriors, if the 49ers should risk playing an injured Brock Purdy tonight and Steve Young joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. Winter Olympics notwithstanding, theres not a lot going on. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if a 12-team CFB playoff would be better this year, if Ben Simmons performance was a silver lining in their loss to the Kings and Booger McFarland joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. ">headline "Juan for the money" across the front of the paper. Tony Kornheiser and Pablo Torre discuss how the Bengals and Chiefs should feel today after a close conference championship game, if the 49ers Eagles game was unsatisfying after Brock Purdys injury and their initial thoughts on this Super Bowls Chiefs-Eagles matchup. Cohosted by Michael Wilbon, it focuses on the top stories of the day in sports and other areas. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if the Warriors will turn this around after a blowout loss to the Nets last night, if other owners try to slow Steve Cohens spending and Steve Young joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. Kornheiser's final show on ESPN 980 is expected to be in late June. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including if Draymond Green deserves the one game suspension he received for his spat with Domantas Sabonis, if the Suns have righted the ship after tying up the series, and Tim Kurkjian wins the show for 5 Good Minutes. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss the Phillies starting Aaron Nola over Zack Wheeler in Game 1 of the World Series, the reports that the Giants will not be outbid for Aaron Judge and if colleges are smart to fight the NFL for TV time. This week, ESPN aired a one-hour documentary about Pardon The Interruption that chronicled the 20-year history of PTI and how Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon went from journalists to debating the hot topics of the sports world on television. ESPN decided an apology wasnt enough, however, and suspended Kornheiser for two weeks. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if the Lions or 49ers win was the bigger result, what the most disappointing loss was yesterday in the NFL and if the Chiefs or Cowboys looked shakier in their win. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if the Warriors could be better next season and their thoughts on NFL rookie dinner hazing after Torrey Smith's comments. Limbaugh quickly became embroiled in a flap regarding on-air remarks about Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb. Kornheiser has also appeared on such ESPN productions as "SportsCenter," "Who's Number One?," and "SportsCentury.". But I felt it was time to pursue a new and appealing challenge. As repugnant as I find Limbaugh personally, I dont think he should have been fired. Michael Wilbon and Frank Isola discuss how much Tom Brady is to blame for last nights loss to the Ravens, how important Game 1 of the World Series is to the Astros and if the Nets will be able to put it all together this season. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if Caliparis time at Kentucky could be up, what the Rams should do about Sean McVay and Booger McFarland joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if Jimmy Garoppolo will be a starter in the 2023 season, if Purdues mens basketball team is the best in the country and Kendrick Perkins Joins the show for 5 Good Minutes. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including if the Bucks losing Giannis is bigger than the Grizzlies losing Ja Morant, if their confidence in the Suns is shaken after falling 0-1 to the Clippers, and if it was smart of the Eagles to commit to Jalen Hurts with his giant new contract. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon come together to discuss the biggest topics in sports including if this mens college basketball season is fun or frustrating with a record-tying number of #1 ranked teams lose, when it will be fair to expect a championship from Nikola Jokic and Brian Windhorst joins the show for 5 Good Minutes.
