Paul Finebaum is an American sports author, former columnist, and television-radio personality. He was born on July 26, 1955. His primary focus is sports, particularly those in the Southeast. After many years as a reporter, columnist, and sports talk radio host in the Birmingham area, Finebaum was hired by ESPN in 2013 for its new SEC Network.

Paul Finebaum—a longtime sports talk radio host known by many as the leading sports authority in the South and the “Voice of the SEC’’—joined ESPN in August 2013 as host of the The Paul Finebaum Show.

As the host of The Paul Finebaum Show, Finebaum is known for his ability to tap into the deep-seated emotions college sports fans have for their teams. As both moderator and provocateur, Finebaum has curated a forum for passionate discussion and debate across the spectrum of college sports, while amassing an audience of millions nationwide.

Paul Finebaum is a longtime sports talk radio host known by many as the leading sports authority in the South and the “Voice of the SEC” – joined ESPN in August 2013 as host of The Paul Finebaum Show.

Paul Finebaum — a longtime sports talk radio host known by many as the leading sports authority in the South and the “Voice of the SEC’’ — joined ESPN in August 2013 as host of the The Paul Finebaum Show.

Stream the latest The Paul Finebaum Show videos on Watch ESPN. ESPN Radio's Paul Finebaum shares compelling opinions on the SEC landscape and interacts with passionate callers.

Jan 16, 2025 · ESPN’s Paul Finebaum is used to seeing an SEC team in the college football championship. Not this year. He tells why, and picks Ohio State to smash Notre Dame.

Jan 13, 2025 · Paul Finebaum has come to grips with the SEC's finish to the 2024 season. He's calling on fans to admit the nature of that performance.

Mar 30, 2023 · Paul Alan Finebaum (1955- ) is a top-rated sportscaster, sports radio show host, sportswriter, and author who made his name covering college football in Alabama.

The highly popular, four-hour daily program showcases Finebaum’s compelling opinions, deep knowledge of the SEC, and interactions with his passionate callers – many of whom have followed him for years.