Nightcap (podcast)
| Nightcap | |
|---|---|
| Presentation | |
| Hosted by | Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson |
| Genre | Sports |
| Language | English |
| Updates | three times per week |
| Production | |
| Production | The Volume, Shay Shay Media |
| Publication | |
| Original release | September 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]
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
- 2nd place: Sports Podcast Awards - Best Comedy Sports Podcast[15]
- 3rd place: Sports Podcast Awards - Best American Football Podcast[16]
- Nominee: NAACP Image Awards - Outstanding Arts and Entertainment Podcast)[17][18][19]
- Finalist, Gold Honor: Shorty Awards - Sports Podcast[20]
- Finalist: Shorty Awards - Vertical Video[21]
References
- ^ a b c "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.
- ^ a b c Austin Jr., Austin (September 8, 2023). "Shannon Sharpe Announces New Show With Former Star Receiver Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson". Mediaite. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ 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.
- ^ "Edison Research Issues Top 50 U.S. Podcasts for Q1 2024". RADIO ONLINE. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
- ^ "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.
- ^ Hladik, Matt (May 22, 2024). "Angel Reese Sent A Special Present To Her 'Uncle' Shannon Sharpe". The Spun. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Olojede, Zion. "Where Is Shannon Sharpe Heading Next? Here Are 5 Options". Complex. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ 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.
- ^ Heltman, Russ (February 2, 2023). "Chad Johnson Details 'Ochocinco' Origin Story, How The Name Evolved". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ "Chad Johnson explains why he ditched Ochocinco name". NFL.com. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Dockterman, Eliana (July 24, 2012). "Chad Ochocinco is Ochocinco No More". Time. ISSN 0040-781X. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ "Nightcap - YouTube". www.youtube.com. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ 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.
- ^ "Gilbert Arenas Joins Shannon Sharpe & Chad Johnson's 'Nightcap' Podcast | Barrett Media". barrettsportsmedia.com. December 13, 2023. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
- ^ "Best Sports Comedy Podcast Archives". Sports Podcast Awards. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ "Best American Football Podcast Archives". Sports Podcast Awards. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ "Nominees Announced for the 55th NAACP Image Awards | NAACP". naacp.org. January 25, 2024. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ "NAACP Image Awards 2024: See the Complete Winners List". People Magazine. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Jackson, Angelique (January 25, 2024). "Colman Domingo, Ayo Edebiri, Victoria Monét and Usher Lead NAACP Image Award Nominations". Variety. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ "Sports Podcast in Social Media - Shorty Awards". shortyawards.com. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ "Vertical Video in Social Media - Shorty Awards". shortyawards.com. Retrieved May 22, 2024.