Who is Ryan McGee? You’ve seen him on SportsCenter, SEC Nation, College Football Live, and SEC Now. You’ve heard him on Marty & McGee, presented by Old Trapper, airing on SEC Network and ESPN Radio. You’ve read his work on ESPN.com, and maybe even picked up one of his best-selling books like Welcome to the Circus of Baseball, Sidelines and Bloodlines, or his collaboration with Dale Earnhardt Jr., Racing to the Finish: My Story. With five Sports Emmys and multiple Writer of the Year awards from the National Motorsports Press Association, McGee has cemented himself as one of the most respected voices in sports media. But beyond the gridiron and racetrack, his passion for Star Wars runs deep.
Ryan McGee’s Star Wars Story In this interview, Ryan shares his Star Wars origin story — from his earliest memories of the original trilogy to his thoughts on the prequels, sequels, and Disney+ era of storytelling. Hear how Star Wars has shaped his life and career, and why the saga still resonates with fans worldwide. Never Tell Me the Odds — Star Wars Meets ESPN McGee, along with Clinton Yates and Arda Öcal, brings Star Wars to ESPN listeners with Never Tell Me the Odds, blending sports fandom and Star Wars lore. Whether it’s finding the Rebel spirit in underdog sports stories or comparing galactic legends to real-world athletes, McGee explains why these two worlds are more connected than you might think.
Rapid-Fire Fandom: The 10 Questions
No Around the Galaxy interview is complete without our signature 10 Questions segment. McGee answers rapid-fire Star Wars questions that reveal his favorite duels, ships, characters, and more — with a few unexpected answers along the way.
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