Scott Van Pelt has been has been a reporter and broadcaster for over a quarter century and shows no signs of slowing down. After making a name for himself at the Golf Channel, his path led him to a long and illustrious career with ESPN, where he has thrived by not conforming to the so-called conventional rules of broadcasting and journalism. So what’s his secret? Well, he’s got a few. But more important than secrets are his stories and experiences, and those are plentiful. He discusses them all in this humble and honest interview where he digs deep into several topics, such as the role luck has played in his life, his famous “I will never work at ESPN” stickie note, the challenge of tackling subjects that are bigger than sports, the social media landscape, and much more. Van Pelt delivers on every level and it’s an interview you won’t want to miss. 

RUNDOWN

Discusses “luck” and how it relates to a career

On owning your success and where that comes from

Are there moments when he realizes he’s similar to many of the stars he’s interviewing

Scott explains his “I will never work at ESPN” stickie note

What’s gotten him to the point of being unapologetically himself

Did he always have the vision of speaking to things outside of sports

How has the social media landscape changed how he goes about his business

Gives his Big10 hoops take and breaks down Michigan

Scott gives some interview advice to Duncan and Davis

How does he stay on top of all the sports news

Talks about the Tiger documentary and his relationship with him

Discusses the “This is SportsCenter” ad campaign

Is there a specific moment that shaped his career path

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