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ESPN, Tony Kornheiser, Michael Wilbon 2734 - What's Going On With Arch Manning? + NBA Roundup

Pardon the Interruption, widely recognized by its acronym PTI, is a foundational sports talk program produced by ESPN and hosted by veteran commentators Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon. Since its television debut in October 2001, the show has evolved into a highly successful daily podcast that serves as a direct audio broadcast of its televised counterpart. The program is known for its fast-paced, high-energy format that prioritizes rapid-fire analysis of the day’s most pressing sports news and trending topics.

The show is built upon the professional history and personal chemistry of Kornheiser and Wilbon, who were long-time colleagues at *The Washington Post* before joining ESPN. Their discussion style is defined by a "rundown" format, where a structured list of topics dictates the pace of the conversation. Each episode typically includes several distinct segments that have become staples of the sports media genre. "Headlines" opens the show with immediate reactions to breaking news, followed by "Five Good Minutes," a segment featuring interviews with athletes, coaches, or journalists. Other interactive segments such as "Role Play," "Odds Makers," and "Happy Time" provide variety, while "Errors and Omissions" concludes the broadcast by correcting factual mistakes made during the discussion.

Based in Washington, D.C., PTI has influenced the structure of sports debate programming globally. While the show is an American production, it maintains a robust international presence through the ESPN network, including significant distribution and listenership in Australia. The podcast version provides listeners with the full audio of the hosts' banter, retaining the rhythmic sound effects and transition cues that define the program’s identity. As a multi-time Sports Emmy Award winner, PTI remains a central pillar of ESPN’s audio portfolio, offering concise daily insights into professional leagues including the NBA, NFL, MLB, and NHL, as well as broader cultural issues intersecting with the world of sports.

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Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser weigh in on Arch Manning, react to the latest NBA and WNBA headlines, and tackle the day's hottest topics from around the sports world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episodes

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What's Going On With Arch Manning? + NBA Roundup

Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser weigh in on Arch Manning, react to the latest NBA and WNBA headlines, and tackle the day's hottest topics from around the sports world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

22 Oct 2026
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The NBA is Back! Recapping Night One of the 2026/27 Season

Michael Wilbon and Frank Isola discuss the first night of NBA being back! Should Knicks fans be on edge after their ring night loss, are we impressed by LeBron James' and the 76ers performance, also who had the worse opening loss: Spurs or Celtics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

21 Oct 2026
2732-

Is it time to panic for the Washington Commanders?

Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss Monday Night Football, the World Series, and the start of the NBA Season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

20 Oct 2026
2731-

What's next for Hurts, Eagles?

Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss the Eagles losing Jalen Hurts for the season, the bad season that the Rams are having, and top-ten teams going down in college football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

20 Oct 2026
2730-

Brewers Stun Dodgers + NFL Week 6 Breakdown

Pablo Torre and Tony Kornheiser recap the Milwaukee Brewers stunning four game sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers and dive into the latest NFL storylines. The pair welcomes legendary NFL reporter Peter King to discuss the evolution of the league and his new book, "The Game". The episode rounds out with a tribute to Kordell Stewart and a look at upcoming matchups in the NHL and WNBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

16 Oct 2026

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