ESPN president John Skipper overruled Connor Schell, Burke Magnus in cancelling Barstool Van Talk
Schell and Magnus viewed Big Cat and PFT Commenter as potential stars.
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ESPN employees reportedly attempted to petition against ‘Barstool Van Talk’
Sam Ponder was reportedly only one of a group of ESPN employees who opposed the Barstool partnership.
Pardon My Take addresses ESPN cancelling Barstool Van Talk on latest podcast [updated]
Barstool Van Talk was originally set for a 20-week run on ESPN2.
Barstool drama the latest ESPN incident to make one wonder what the hell is going on in Bristol
ESPN trying to become cooler and funnier didn't work in this case.
After Barstool Van Talk cancellation, Dave Portnoy says “How stupid were you to think you could get Barstool without getting Barstool?
"In a weird way, it's like 'Oh my god, ESPN, you just played right into our hands. How stupid were you to think you could get Barstool without getting Barstool?' Like, we haven't changed."
ESPN cancels Barstool Van Talk after one episode, cites connections to Barstool’s content
ESPN’s new hiring philosophy: bring your own audience
ESPN is bringing in talent with a built-in following.
Barstool Van Talk is ESPN’s most bizarre new show in years, but will it last?
Sam Ponder calls out Barstool Sports for past offensive comments with ESPN2 show debut nearing
Ponder pointed out offensive remarks despite calling out the wrong Barstool personality.
Barstool Sports’ late-night TV show, Barstool Van Talk, will premiere on ESPN2 Oct. 17
The show will air Tuesdays at 1 a.m. ET/ 10 p.m. PT.
