Meet Ahmed Fareed and his journey to becoming a sportscaster with NBC Sports | The Show 713

We chat with Sportscaster Ahmed Fareed with NBC Sports to get an inside look into his career in sports broadcasting. Fareed shares his journey from a young sports enthusiast to becoming a prominent figure in the industry, covering major events such as the Triple Crown, Premiere League, rugby, the Olympics, and currently is the host of MLB Sunday Lead Off streaming on Peacock. We delve into the challenges and rewards of sports broadcasting, including the pressure of live broadcasts and the thrill of being at the center of the action. Fareed also discusses hosting MLB Sunday Leadoff, his journey, and the special dedication to his Mom for all her support. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the world of sports broadcasting and the passion and dedication required to succeed in this fast-paced, fun and dynamic field. Whether you're a sports fan or aspiring broadcaster, you will be reminded why we love sports! Watch MLB Leadoff Sunday https://www.peacocktv.com/sports/mlb AHMED FAREED SOCIALS https://twitter.com/ahmedNBC THE SHOW 713 SOCIALS: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshow713 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshow713 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theshow713 Chapters: (00:00) - Intro (02:43) - MLB Sunday Leadoff (04:37) - Nick Swisher - co-host (05:13) - Gathering Highlight Reel (06:27) - Gathering Commentary (07:47) - Favorite Ball Park (10:36) - Minute Maid Park Tour (14:01) - Pitching Ninja (15:44) - Baseball Data and Artificial Intelligence (20:20) - Game Day (22:54) - Ahmed’s Path to NBC Sports (25:29) - Athletes Off the Court (28:42) - Distance Yourself (30:23) - Bob Costas - MLB Network (31:57) - Mike Tirico - NBC Sports (33:30) - Thankful and Dedicated (34:42) - I Want to be a Sportscaster (35:19) - Importance of Listening (38:18) - Shout Out to Mom