Tanner Kern
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| Born | October 24, 1997 |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | BA from the University of Connecticut, MS from Quinnipiac University |
| Occupation | Sports Betting Journalist |
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| Website | WSN |
Tanner Kern (born October 24, 1997) is an American sports betting journalist, podcaster, and content creator. He has covered the National Football League (NFL), the National Basketball Association (NBA), Major League Baseball (MLB), and college sports, and is most notable for his work with the World Sports Network (WSN), covering various sports leagues and tournaments. He co-hosts WSN's sports betting podcast, "Ride The Line."[1]
Early life and education
Kern was born and raised in Essex, Connecticut. He began his athletic career as a football player at Lafayette College, culminating in a career-ending injury. Post-injury, he underwent a physical transformation, losing 140 pounds and transitioning to competitive running. In 2020, Kern ran 260 miles in a week, raising $17,000 for Foodshare during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kern holds a degree in American studies from the University of Connecticut. In 2023, he obtained a master's in sports journalism from Quinnipiac University.
Career
Kern was an assistant varsity football coach at Xavier High School. In 2020, he started as a contributing writer at Own the Slope, focusing on "how-to" articles, gear reviews, ski resorts, and travel reviews.
In February 2020, Kern launched the "Tanner Kern Podcast," sharing his weight-loss journey and featuring guests from diverse backgrounds to inspire listeners. Additionally, he served as the director of video content and content specialist at Knup Solutions, where he contributed game reviews, analysis, and news articles for various sports leagues.
Kern is a contributing author at WSN, specializing in football and basketball coverage. His strategic insights and betting recommendations are reflected in detailed prop bets for Monday and Sunday night football, extending to college football and basketball. Kern's writing combines sports analytics with a practical approach to sports betting. Through his articles, he aims to keep readers well informed and engaged about the sports betting industry.
He is also the co-host of WSN’s sports betting podcast, “Ride The Line.”
In addition to his role at WSN, Kern contributes to various sports betting websites and publications, including, Forbes, VSiN, and Cold Hard Football Facts. His contributions include video content creation, social media management, and analysis for platforms such as The Sports Report and DraftKings. As an analyst and contributor at The 33rd Team, Kern provides betting and fantasy videos focused on NFL insights. Through his work, Kern strives to keep readers and listeners well-informed and engaged in the dynamic landscape of sports betting.
In the media
References
- ↑ "Tanner Kern". Forbes Betting. Retrieved 13 December 2023.