Whenever someone says something to me like 'Oh, another blonde at ESPN,' I would like to crunch the numbers. First, I think we have more brunettes than blondes. And second, there are only three normal hair colors. You're either a… — Samantha Ponder Copy Share Image
I really enjoy hosting, not necessarily because it provides more airtime, but because it allows me to be a part of more substantive discussions. — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
TV and social media has such as huge impact for what we think is normal and what is OK. And that's for good and… — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
I've been asked a lot about filling Chris Berman's role - to be honest, I don't even allow myself to see it that way.… — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
I was always the sideline reporter or something similar to that - which is essentially, but this isn't always true, the 'woman's job.' — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
Look, no one grew up watching NFL football with me. I'm well aware of that. — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
I have nothing to complain about, but it was new for me to figure out how to balance being the best at my job,… — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
It's so important for young girls see that it's not weird for girls to understand what happens in the red zone. It's not rocket… — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
One of the things I have learned is some of the most judgmental people have been other moms, and there have also been a… — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
I think there is pressure when it comes to the perceived notion that if you are woman in sports you're there for your looks.… — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
Knowing and being secure in yourself keeps you from being held hostage by the approval of others. — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
Look, the term 'high-profile relationship' for us is laughable because we are probably the biggest scrubs when it comes to the way we live… — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
At the end of the day, I thought to myself, 'What do I want to be doing?' And yes, I want to be a… — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
Yes, I did move to New York when I was eighteen to do sports broadcasting. I didn't know how I was going to do… — Samantha Ponder Copy Share
