Well known sports talk show host, either loved or hated for his polarizing outspoken views, also known as "Van Smack" because his shows revolve around "burning" or mocking athletes and he considers himself the best. Also has a cult following called "clones", who address him by this "honorary title". Most recognized by his most listened to
radio show named after him, but nicknamed "The Jungle"; his
ESPN television show called "Jim Rome is Burning"; and his fight on
youtube with "Chris"
Everett many years ago.
If not enlightening, many find his shows at least very entertaining if they
don't have thin
skin. Also much of his shows, moreso than most, consists of interviews with well known athletes that he has not managed to burn bridges with. As such, his show is a good soapbox for athletes to tell the fans what's on their mind at least once in their careers.
Clone 1: "
Yo Romey thanks for the vine...."
Jim Rome: "AAAAAAAAGGGGGHHHHASDFAWPGEAWIEGPOIWAEGPOAIGEPOAWGIEPOGEWAIPGO!!!!!!" *manual buzzer*
JR: "YOU JUST GOT RUN!!! RACK 'IM ANYWAY"