Episode 112: Reiven Douglas—Building Trust with Athletes & Handling Their Stories with Care

On Episode 112, I'm joined by Sports Communications Professional: Reiven Douglas! We discuss how her background as a college athlete fuels the empathy needed to navigate sports media, focusing on her dedication to being a vessel for athletes' stories through deep, observant preparation.Hope you enjoy! Hosted by: Ryan ZiaksThe Zicast Logo Designed by: Joe FlynnThe Zicast Intro Designed by: Jose Sarango The Zicast Score Composed By: Sean Valutkevich Thumbnail Designed by: Patrick Sorbero Add The Zicast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thezicast/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQj8MsxHQlcwjno1SEDRZ?si=c5f525d4c4324a9fTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thezicast?_t=8oqlOi6Xi0Y&_r=1#podcast #journalist #journalism #reporter #sportsreporter #sidelinereporter #basketball #collegebasketball #hbcu #hbcufootball #collegefootball #collegestudent #football #broadcasting #broadcast #storytelling #stories #fyp #viral #shorts #trending #trendingshorts 00:00 — Welcome to Episode 112!00:29 — About Reiven01:45 — What Led Her Into Journalism06:13 — From College Athlete to Sports Media Professional10:52 — A Day in the Life of a Sports Reporter16:23 — Advice for Interviewing Athletes and Coaches24:27 — Her Game Day Preparation Process32:16 — Favorite Sports Story She’s Covered35:14 — Advice for Aspiring Sports Media Professionals37:46 — Getting to Know Reiven46:27 — Outro & Closing Thoughts