Last Updated on: 6th May 2025, 10:57 pm
Steve Mason is a prominent sports broadcaster in Los Angeles, best known as the co-host of the long-running “Mason & Ireland” show on ESPN LA 710 KSPN. Since 2004, he and co-host John Ireland have delivered a dynamic mix of sports commentary, humor, and insider perspectives, making their program one of the most popular and enduring sports talk shows in Southern California .(College Net Worth, Barrett Media)
Mason’s broadcasting career began in his teens in Toledo, Ohio, and he later moved to Southern California in 1992. Over the years, he has held various roles in both radio and television, including serving as the pregame host for Los Angeles Lakers broadcasts until 2010 and contributing regularly to “Good Day L.A.” on FOX 11 . In recognition of their contributions to sports media, Mason and Ireland were inducted into the Southern California Sports Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2024 .(Wikipedia, Barrett Media)
Beyond sports, Mason co-hosts the “CulturePop Podcast” with comedian Sue Kolinsky, where they discuss a range of cultural topics . He is also known for his openness about his personal life, having publicly come out as gay in 2016, a move that was widely regarded as courageous in the sports broadcasting community .(Steve Mason, KCRW)
For fans interested in tuning in, “Mason & Ireland” airs weekdays from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. PT on ESPN LA 710 and is also available as a podcast on platforms like Apple Podcasts .(Apple Podcasts)