Show Notes
What actually goes into putting British Superbike racing on your TV screens every race weekend?In Episode 13 of The Outside Line, we head behind the broadcast with Richard Coventry, the BSB Race & Presentation TV Director and the man responsible for turning flat-out racing into the live coverage we all watch at home.From camera placement and director calls to live decision-making, storytelling, and capturing the moments that matter, Cov breaks down how a BSB race weekend is broadcast, and what viewers never get to see or hear. We explore the pressure of live television, how races are shaped for the audience, working with commentators and production crews, and how modern broadcast tech has changed the way motorsport is consumed.If you’ve ever wondered how the racing you love actually makes it to air, this is the ultimate TV broadcast episode.🎥 Behind-the-scenes insights🏁 Live race direction & storytelling🎙 Working with commentators & crews📡 The tech that brings BSB to lifeA must-listen for motorsport fans, media nerds, and anyone curious about what happens beyond the pit wall.Enjoying the Show? Support:🚨New YouTube Membership 🚨OSL Members get early access to new episodes for just £2.99 a month. 👉Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQQpm2v_x_cF9oMXBPCPZQ/joinIf you want to support the podcast and look for some top quality gear, use the affiliate link below to shop some of our favourites from Red Torpedo. https://www.redtorpedo.com/collections/the-outside-line🎄🎅🏻As a special Xmas present to all our listeners/viewers, use code: OUTSIDELINE at checkout to get 10% off your order at Red Torpedo.com - be quick though, it's for a limited time only (Until February). 🔥Please do remember to Subscribe to the Channel and share the link far and wide with friends & family, it really does help to grow and fund the Podcast. Sponsorship:A huge "Paddock PA' Shout out for your support, the guys look dapper and Sprout loves his bed & Noise Cancelling Ear Defenders!https://www.redtorpedo.comhttps://www.metzeler.com*Podcast Sponsorship Opportunities still available, please do get in touch if you would like to sponsor any segments within it. Follow Us:YouTube: @TheOutsideLinePodcastFacebook - The Outside Line PodcastTwitter / X - @OutsideLine_PodInstagram - @theoutsidelinepodcastContact Us:Message us your questions (Presser Q&A) and shout-outs (Paddock PA) for future episodes to: [email protected]#BehindTheBroadcast #TVDirector #LiveBroadcast #BikeRacing #SuperbikeRacing #MotorsportMedia #BehindTheScenes #RacingFans #TwoWheels #MotorsportContent #BritishSuperbikes #TheOutsideLine Send us Fan Mail Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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