Who is Danny Parkins?
Danny Parkins is an American sportswriter, sports radio talk show host and podcaster born on October 22, 1986, in North Shore – Winnetka. He attended Syracuse University, where he became friends with sports talk host Nick Wright. After college, he lived with friends in Wrigleyville and supported himself with poker winnings. He later worked at KCSP-AM 610. Currently, he co-hosts the “Parkins & Spiegel” afternoon drive show on Chicago sports radio station 670 The Score with Matt Spiegel. Additionally, he co-authored the book “Pipeline to the Pros,” which examines how Division III alumni transition into NBA front office or coaching roles.
Age
Danny Parkins was born on October 22, 1986, so he is currently 37 years old and will turn 38 on October 22, 2024.
Height
Danny Parkins is 6 feet 3 inches (191 cm) tall.
Education
Danny Parkins graduated from Syracuse University in 2009 with a degree in broadcast journalism. The university is a private research institution located in Syracuse, New York.
Hobbies
Parkins, the American sports journalist and media personality, has a strong passion for sports and broadcasting. While his enthusiasm for sports probably extends beyond his work, details about his hobbies are not widely known.
Family
Danny Parkins was born in North Shore, Winnetka, Illinois. While his parents’ identities are not widely known, it’s known that his father was a brokerage manager who is now retired, and his mother has been a broker for about 30 years. Growing up in the U.S. with his brother Brad, Danny observed his parents’ strong work ethic, which likely influenced his successful career in sports media.
Spouse
Danny is happily married to his wife, Stephanie Parkins. They tied the knot in a joyful ceremony in March 2017, marking their commitment to each other.
Career
Danny Parkins is an American sportswriter, radio talk show host, and podcaster. He co-hosts the “Parkins & Spiegel Show” on 670 The Score, a sports radio station in Chicago. Parkins began his broadcasting career early at the New Trier High School radio station, reflecting his early passion for sports. Before his current role, he was an executive producer at ESPN Radio. Parkins has also appeared on Colin Cowherd’s podcast and Fox Sports 1’s “First Things First,” where Colin Cowherd praised him as “the most talented sports talk radio host out there right now at his age.” He is also the co-author of the book “Pipeline to the Pros” with Ben Kaplan, which examines how Division III alumni transition to NBA front office or coaching roles.
Salary and Net worth
Danny Parkins’ annual salary ranges from $35,780 to $97,750, as reported by WSCR. As of 2022, his net worth is estimated to be between $1.5 million and $5 million, accumulated through his career in radio hosting and various investments.