From Rock Radio to Broncos Sideline: Susie Wargin’s Denver Journey | OTGS Ep. 30

Tom Green welcomes Susie Wargin for an in-depth conversation on her journey through Denver media, her work with the Broncos, and the changing landscape of sports and broadcasting. From early radio days to becoming a trusted sideline reporter, Susie shares behind-the-scenes stories, career lessons, and her perspective on the growth of women’s sports and media in Colorado. The conversation also touches on CSU athletics, coaching influences, and the importance of relationships in sports broadcasting. 00:00 Denver’s women’s sports moment & NWSL/WNBA discussion 02:27 Susie Wargin’s Colorado Explosion story (ABL days) 04:28 Growth of women’s basketball & Becky Hammon impact 07:48 CSU football, Sonny Lubick & program legacy 11:24 Jim Mora & building CSU football culture 13:00 Susie’s path to CSU & early career aspirations 14:26 Discovering radio & early broadcasting passion 16:30 First radio job & learning on-air skills 18:30 Concerts, music scene & early DJ experiences 20:08 Transition to TV & returning to radio 21:07 “Say yes” mindset & career growth 26:30 Break into sports radio & Broncos/KOA opportunity 28:10 CSU sidelines & early TV career at 9News 29:09 Broncos radio crew chemistry & sideline role 31:01 Covering good vs. bad Broncos teams 32:04 Building relationships with players 33:17 TV career challenges & “anchor hair” era 35:45 Growth of women in sports media 37:16 Mentorship & supporting next generation 40:43 ‘Cut, Traded, Fired, Retired’ podcast origin story