--- title: The Mina Kimes Show, Omaha Productions | 8th Hashtag Sports Awards description: Global awards recognizing excellence in fan engagement and celebrating creativity across sports marketing, media & entertainment image: https://www.hashtagsports.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Assets-AF-2025/jdKGWDaW-M3bjp0RvEa-file.jpeg --- The Mina Kimes Show, Omaha Productions | 8th Hashtag Sports Awards [The 8th Annual Awards](https://www.hashtagsports.com/awards/shortlist-2026?hsLang=en) # The Mina Kimes Show, Omaha Productions [Omaha Productions](https://omahaproductions.com) ![trophy-icon-silver](https://www.hashtagsports.com/hubfs/brand/trophy-icon-silver.svg) Hashie Winner - Best Podcast ![Image](https://www.hashtagsports.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Assets-AF-2025/mina-kimes-show.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&name=mina-kimes-show.jpg) Share [** ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hashtagsports.com%2Fawards%2Fshortlist-2026%2Fthe-mina-kimes-show) [** ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hashtagsports.com%2Fawards%2Fshortlist-2026%2Fthe-mina-kimes-show&text=The+Mina+Kimes+Show%2C+Omaha+Productions+%7C+8th+Hashtag+Sports+Awards) [** ](https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hashtagsports.com%2Fawards%2Fshortlist-2026%2Fthe-mina-kimes-show) ABOUT THIS ENTRY Mina Kimes, one of the most distinct voices in sports journalism, is a key figure within Omaha Productions’ talent network. Through deep analysis of the NFL’s biggest moments, and a little help from her dog, Lenny, *The Mina Kimes Show *has positioned Mina as one of the most exciting and relatable voices in sports podcasting During her time as a senior writer at ESPN The Magazine, Mina honed her ability to put a unique spin on even the most mundane sports stories. Through clever metaphors, engaging guests, and unbiased insights, she guides her audience through the constantly moving world of pro football, tackling everything from coaching changes and off-season pickups to detailed game recaps. From reality show reactions in the offseason to preseason buzz and playoff matchup previews, Mina has built her show into a true reflection of herself: equal parts football and fun.  ![Image](https://www.hashtagsports.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Assets-AF-2025/mina-kimes-show-lenny.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&name=mina-kimes-show-lenny.jpg) How does this represent "Excellence in Engagement"? *The Mina Kimes Show* is more than just a place to get industry-best football analysis. It’s a tight-knit community of sports fans who come to the show for Mina just as much as they do for the expert breakdowns she provides. Off-season long-form breakdowns of reality shows like* Love is Blind* and *The Traitors* have provided a secondary point of entry for new fans. The comment section of these episodes explodes with fans debating right along with Mina, who often makes herself known with replies and likes.  As ESPN’s first female NFL analyst, Mina tapped into an underrepresented demographic, carving out her own path in the industry while making waves amid the sea of male voices in the NFL podcast space. Fans seeking respite from the cookie-cutter world of sports podcasting have found a forever home with Mina and Lenny. Ballooning follower counts across Instagram and Twitter, which currently stand at a combined 1.4M, portend continued growth. Objective As *The Mina Kimes Show* continues to blossom, it seeks to further establish its unique place in the broader landscape of sports podcasting. Where other shows opt for wild takes and endless debate, Mina has steadily built a fandom of those who appreciate her narrative background, wealth of ball knowledge, and fun-loving demeanor. Mina and her team approach the show with the goal of keeping die-hard NFL fans informed while bringing a smile to their faces. Her show stands out among a field of anonymous sports podcasts by never shying away from her true colors.   As the podcast gracefully ages into its 8th year, Mina is spreading her wings further. Her career-long public fandom of the Seattle Seahawks this year paid dividends when the team won Super Bowl LVIII. Episodes released before and after the game saw a massive surge in engagement with fans from all over the sports world flocking in to see what Mina thought about her birds in the big game. This boost was a surefire sign to Mina and her team to double down on the personality that has gotten them this far. Strategy & Execution To further establish the show's unique tone, *The Mina Kimes Show *has invested heavily in visual storytelling. By elevating production with tailored graphics, eye-catching thumbnails, and pop-up visuals, the show maintains a distinct identity. Special formats like “Power Hours” and “Division Previews,” complete with customized visual packages, give fans a premium, appointment-viewing experience. Meanwhile, segments like “Winners and Woofs” have helped to deepen *The Mina Kimes Show* brand by infusing her personality into the gamified sports content fans love.  As part of an ongoing partnership between Omaha and ESPN, the show has secured a steady timeslot on the most dominant sports-coverage brand. In tandem, the show’s small but mighty production team consistently maintains an aggressive posting cadence across Mina Kimes’ YouTube channel and socials, offering fans a multitude of ways to engage. Mina Kimes’ success demonstrates that smart format design and visual strategy can dramatically grow a football show in the digital era.  ** Nominations ** - Best Podcast **Organizations** - Omaha Productions - ESPN **Links** - [  Omaha Productions ](https://omahaproductions.com) - [  YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3eTUJSpPgAWRv4Vn6FHyFpWisRzyPRkZ) - [  Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/minakimesshow) - [  Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6iF7cYu0JmmHns3t8dKz93) - [  iHeart](https://www.iheart.com/podcast/10-the-mina-kimes-show-featuri-29918576) - [  Apple](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mina-kimes-show-featuring-lenny/id1437647915) - [  Amazon](https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/98316e79-f242-4835-895f-616117ffbed1/the-mina-kimes-show-featuring-lenny) **Featured** - Mina Kimes - Lenny **Credits** **[ Kirsten Sobecki](https://www.hashtagsports.com/awards/shortlist-2026/linkedin.com/in/kirsten-sobecki?hsLang=en) ** Senior Producer Omaha Productions **[ Richelle Markazene](https://www.linkedin.com/in/richelle-markazene/) ** Head of Audio Omaha Productions **[ Jack Foster](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-foster-46b90b21a/) ** Segment Producer Omaha Productions **[ Tucker Tashjian](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tuckertashjian/) ** Producer Omaha Productions #### INSPIRED TO ENTER WORK? 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