Episode 562 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with the wrestler known as the "Indy God," Matt Cardona.

Cardona talks about carving out a massive career on the independent scene after being part of the WWE Covid roster cuts in 2020 and why he was thrilled at the time when he found out he was released from the company after 15 years there.

In addition, Cardona discusses whether he wants to return to the WWE, what his current relationship is like with WWE and Triple H, what it's like to have his wife work in WWE and getting mentioned in a recent promo by John Cena. Cardona also reminisces about his time as Zack Ryder, holding the WWE Intercontinental title of just one day, his "Z! True Long Island Story" YouTube show being so ahead of its time.

Cardona also talks about his new job on SiriusXM's Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 channel, hosting the long-running "Major Wrestling Figure Podcast," and his love of Disney World.

Episode 561 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features a conversation with ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky.

Orlovsky talks about signing a new, four-year deal with ESPN after being a free-agent for a few months, whether he came close to leaving ESPN, why he decided to say at ESPN and why calling games is ultimately his main goal.

In addition, Orlovsky explains what an NFL Sunday is like for him and how he watches the slate of games and how he breaks down film.

Orlovsky also discusses why he was "furious" when he lost the Sports Emmy for Best Analyst to Charles Barkley, attending the surprise Taylor Swift performance at Tight End University and his notorious food takes.

Following Orlovsky, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they discuss the Yankees airing on Amazon Prime, the Savannah Bananas, "The Bear." In addition, Jimmy and Sal answer reader emails.

Episode 560 of "SI Media With Jimmy Traina" features an interview with longtime ESPN reporter and host, Jeremy Schaap.

Schaap talks about ESPN's upcoming E60, "Southpaw–The Life and Legacy of Jim Abbott," which covers the career of the pitcher born without a right hand who threw a no-hitter as a Yankee. Schaap also discusses another great E60 that he worked on, "The Great Imposter," about the life of Barry Bremen, who was known for sneaking into various sporting events.

Other topics discussed with Schaap include his famous interview with Bobby Knight, whether he's ever come close to leaving ESPN, the story he missed out on that hurts the most, the state of journalism in 2025 and much more.

Following Schaap, Sal Licata from WFAN radio and SNY TV in New York joins Jimmy for their weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week, they discuss the new price for NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube, the "torpedo bats" discussion completely going away, 4th of July plans celebrity encounters and more.