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Pardon the Interruption is an American sports talk and debate television program broadcast on ESPN. Debuting in 2001, the show features Washington Post columnists Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon, who debate the day's most prominent sports news headlines. The program is structured around rapid-fire segments, point allocations for correct sports predictions, and a strict time limit for each topic discussion. It targets dedicated sports fans seeking concise, opinion-driven analysis of current athletic events and sports media narratives.
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Who are the hosts of Pardon the Interruption?
ESPN's "Pardon the Interruption" is hosted by Washington Post columnists Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon. The duo has been hosting the sports debate show together since its debut in 2001.
What is the format of Pardon the Interruption?
The half-hour show features Kornheiser and Wilbon rapidly debating the day's top sports headlines. They are strictly timed on each topic, with a ticking countdown clock visible on screen to keep the conversation moving.
What channel and time does Pardon the Interruption air?
The show airs weekday afternoons on ESPN, traditionally at 5:30 PM Eastern Time. It leads directly into the network's flagship news program, "SportsCenter."
Did Pardon the Interruption win any Emmy Awards?
Yes, the show has been highly acclaimed and has won multiple Sports Emmy Awards. Its unique, fast-paced conversational format revolutionized how sports debate television was produced.
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