The Colin Cowherd Podcast
A veteran sports broadcaster's daily takes on the biggest stories in sports, with a focus on the business, media, and analytical side of the game.
This is a topical sports commentary show where the host, Colin Cowherd, uses current events as a launchpad for his signature, often contrarian, takes. He frequently analyzes sports through the lens of business, media analytics, and player psychology, using analogies from other industries to frame his arguments. Episodes are a mix of solo monologues and interviews with other media figures.
“Cowherd's style is marked by his use of analogies to other sports or business to make a point. Unlike many interviewers, he often presents a long, detailed hypothesis of his own before asking a guest to react, making the conversation a debate of his thesis.”
Who hosts this show
Colin Cowherd is a long-time American sports media personality, currently hosting "The Herd with Colin Cowherd" on Fox Sports Radio and FS1. This podcast is an extension of his broadcast work, offering his unfiltered opinions and interviews on the top stories in sports. In 2021, he founded The Volume, a sports-focused podcast and digital media network that produces this show and many others.
Credentials & credits
- Host of "The Herd with Colin Cowherd" on FS1 and Fox Sports Radio
- Founder of The Volume podcast network
- Former host at ESPN (2003-2015)
- Author of New York Times bestseller "You HERD Me!"
- Five-time Nevada's Sportscaster of the Year winner
- Graduate of Eastern Washington University (B.A.)
Other ventures
- The Volume (Founder)
- The Herd with Colin Cowherd (TV/Radio Show)
- FOX NFL KICKOFF (Cast Member)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01
- 02
- 03USA-Australia World Cup Reaction, NBA Draft, Knicks & Parity | Colin Cowherd PodcastJun 22, 2026 · 54 min
- 04
- 05
- 06
- 07
- 08Jarvis Landry revisits hilarious Colin vs. Baker Mayfield saga | Colin Cowherd NFLJun 12, 2026 · 10 min
Notable episodes
- 01World Cup Impact: Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappé & Soccer's Future in America
A deep dive into the business and analytics of sports media, showcasing the show's focus on ratings, demographics, and executive decision-making.
- 02NBA Draft PREDICTIONS: Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer + Chicago Bulls
Highlights Cowherd's signature style of using anonymous scout sourcing to analyze player intangibles like 'competitiveness' over raw talent.
- 03USA-Australia World Cup Reaction, NBA Draft, Knicks & Parity
Demonstrates the show's format of blending takes on multiple major sports stories and using analogies across them to build a larger narrative.
What you'll be asked on this show
Cowherd runs a thesis-driven interview. He rarely opens with a simple question. Instead, he begins with a lengthy, well-formed monologue outlining his own take, often supported by an analogy or a piece of information from one of his sources. The question, when it comes, is for the guest to react to, confirm, or debunk his premise. He probes by presenting his own hypothesis as a question (e.g., "I would guess demographically this is a younger audience. Is it?") and focuses heavily on the business and media side of sports, asking about ratings, executive interests, and advertising.
The show alternates between solo monologues and guest interviews. Cowherd's interview style involves setting a long, detailed premise with his own analysis before asking for a guest's opinion. He often shares insights from his own anonymous sources, like NBA scouts, to frame the discussion.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
8 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
industry
3- Q.01
“I'm guessing the demographic for this is [X]. Is that right?”
He often presents his own hypothesis about audience data and asks the expert to confirm or correct it.
- Q.02
“How much of a rating is tied to a single star versus the country or team brand?”
He uses this to analyze the specific drivers of viewership and media value.
- Q.03
“How do you explain the popularity of [sport] in a specific market like [city]?”
He uses this to dig into the cultural and demographic reasons behind regional sports fandom.
fan culture
1- Q.01
“Does drafting a local kid from [college] actually resonate with the [city] fanbase?”
This question explores the intersection of team strategy and local fan culture.
money
1- Q.01
“What would be the absolute ratings ceiling for a final between [Team A] and [Team B]?”
Cowherd frequently frames matchups in terms of their maximum business potential for the network.
business
1- Q.01
“What are the executives above you keenly interested in when they see this data?”
This question seeks to understand the key performance indicators that matter to network leadership.
process
1- Q.01
“Have there been any surprises for you in the numbers, like a team that's more popular than you guessed?”
He asks this to uncover unexpected trends that defy conventional wisdom.
future
1- Q.01
“What's the potential viewership if [team] makes it to the quarterfinals or finals?”
This is used to quantify the financial and media impact of a team's successful run.
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically other sports media professionals, such as analysts, executives, and hosts from networks like Fox Sports and FS1. They are brought on to provide specialized data or react to Cowherd's takes on topics like TV ratings or draft prospects.
- Michael Mulvihillon World Cup Impact: Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappé & Soccer's Future in America
- Danny Parkinson NBA Draft PREDICTIONS: Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer + Chicago Bulls
- Jason Timpfon Reaction to Knicks winning NBA Finals: Brunson's legacy, Wemby & Spurs Future
- Jarvis Landryon Jarvis Landry revisits hilarious Colin vs. Baker Mayfield saga
- Leonard Fournetteon Jarvis Landry revisits hilarious Colin vs. Baker Mayfield saga
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is sponsored by brands targeting a male sports audience, with a heavy emphasis on the sports betting category. Observed sponsors include Hard Rock Bet and the men's wellness company Hims.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- What is Colin Cowherd's main job?
- Colin Cowherd's primary role is host of the syndicated radio show and TV simulcast "The Herd with Colin Cowherd" on Fox Sports Radio and FS1.
- What is The Volume?
- The Volume is a sports podcast and digital media network founded by Colin Cowherd in 2021. It produces this podcast as well as shows from other athletes and commentators.
- What is the format of the podcast?
- The podcast features a mix of Colin Cowherd's solo monologues on major sports topics and interviews with other sports media personalities and experts.
- Is The Colin Cowherd Podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast releases new episodes multiple times a week.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on major platforms like Apple Podcasts and iHeartRadio, with video versions posted on the official YouTube channel.
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- [01]The Colin Cowherd Podcast on iHeartiheart.com
- [02]Colin Cowherd - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [03]The Volume - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [04]Colin Cowherd Bio | FOX Sportsfoxsports.com
- [05]Colin Cowherd Cranks Up The Volume On His Podcast Network - Forbesforbes.com
- [06]The Herd with Colin Cowherd - Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
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