Nightcap (podcast)

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Nightcap
Presentation
Hosted by Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson
GenreSports
Language English
Updatesthree times per week
Production
Production The Volume, Shay Shay Media
Publication
Original releaseSeptember 2023 – present

Nightcap (or Nightcap with Unc and Ocho) is a nighttime podcast produced by The Volume and Shay Shay Media. [1] [2] It is hosted by former NFL players Shannon Sharpe and Chad Ochocinco Johnson. The podcast is live streamed on YouTube and the audio is available on podcast platforms. [1] [3]

Contents

History

The show premiered as part of the Club Shay Shay YouTube channel in September 2023. [1] [2] It debuted at #46 in the Top 50 U.S Podcasts. [4] The show was originally called The Nightcap with Unc and Ocho and was hosted by Sharpe and Johnson. [2] [5] "Unc" is a shortening of Sharpe's nickname (Uncle/Uncle Shannon); [6] [7] [8] "Ocho" is a shortening of Ochocinco, Johnson's nickname and legal middle name. [9] [10] [11] In October 2023, the podcast launched its own YouTube channel. [12] The title of the show was shortened to Nightcap. [13] In December 2023, it was announced that Gilbert Arenas would be joining the podcast. [14]

Awards and recognitions

2024

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson Will Host New Show Co-Produced by Shay Shay Media and The Volume". The Big Lead. September 8, 2023. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
  2. 1 2 3 Austin Jr., Austin (September 8, 2023). "Shannon Sharpe Announces New Show With Former Star Receiver Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson". Mediaite. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
  3. ↑ Kleen, Brendon (February 12, 2024). "Shannon Sharpe's post-Super Bowl 'Nightcap' brought more live viewers than 'Undisputed' averaged last week". Awful Announcing. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  4. ↑ "Edison Research Issues Top 50 U.S. Podcasts for Q1 2024". RADIO ONLINE. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
  5. ↑ "Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson Team Up for Nightcap with Unc & Ocho - A Must-Watch Sports Talk Show On YouTube and Podcasts". BVM Sports. September 8, 2023. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
  6. ↑ Hladik, Matt (May 22, 2024). "Angel Reese Sent A Special Present To Her 'Uncle' Shannon Sharpe". The Spun. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
  7. ↑ Olojede, Zion. "Where Is Shannon Sharpe Heading Next? Here Are 5 Options". Complex. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  8. ↑ Kimble, Julian (January 22, 2019). "Shannon Sharpe embraced the memes and became one of the most important voices in sports". SBNation.com. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  9. ↑ Heltman, Russ (February 2, 2023). "Chad Johnson Details 'Ochocinco' Origin Story, How The Name Evolved". Sports Illustrated . Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  10. ↑ "Chad Johnson explains why he ditched Ochocinco name". NFL.com. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  11. ↑ Dockterman, Eliana (July 24, 2012). "Chad Ochocinco is Ochocinco No More". Time. ISSN   0040-781X . Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  12. ↑ "Nightcap - YouTube". www.youtube.com. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
  13. ↑ Shakeel, Bisma (October 19, 2023). "After Emotional 'Rusty A** Crying' at 50,000, Shannon Sharpe and Chad 'Ocho' Johnson's Show Hits Another Milestone". Essentially Sports .
  14. ↑ "Gilbert Arenas Joins Shannon Sharpe & Chad Johnson's 'Nightcap' Podcast | Barrett Media". barrettsportsmedia.com. December 13, 2023. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
  15. ↑ "Best Sports Comedy Podcast Archives". Sports Podcast Awards. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  16. ↑ "Best American Football Podcast Archives". Sports Podcast Awards. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  17. ↑ "Nominees Announced for the 55th NAACP Image Awards | NAACP". naacp.org. January 25, 2024. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
  18. ↑ "NAACP Image Awards 2024: See the Complete Winners List". People Magazine . Retrieved May 22, 2024.
  19. ↑ Jackson, Angelique (January 25, 2024). "Colman Domingo, Ayo Edebiri, Victoria Monét and Usher Lead NAACP Image Award Nominations". Variety. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
  20. ↑ "Sports Podcast in Social Media - Shorty Awards". shortyawards.com. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
  21. ↑ "Vertical Video in Social Media - Shorty Awards". shortyawards.com. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
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