Skip Desjardin is a media executive and author best known for his nonfiction work "September 1918: War, Plague and the World Series." His writing explores historical events through a narrative lens, blending meticulous research with compelling storytelling. The book examines the intersection of World War I, the Spanish flu pandemic, and the 1918 World Series, showcasing Desjardin's ability to weave together disparate historical threads into a cohesive account.
With a 35-year career in television and digital media, Desjardin has been a pioneer in sports broadcasting and streaming content. He played a key role in launching America's first regional sports network in the 1980s and later revolutionized pay-per-view programming as head of PPV for the World Wrestling Federation during WrestleMania's peak popularity. His innovations continued at ESPN, where he spearheaded the network's first digital initiatives, interactive TV services, and video-on-demand platform. Desjardin's creative leadership earned him three Telly Awards and a Webby Award honor for his work on Disney's sponsored webisodes.
A Maine native, Desjardin holds two degrees from the University of Notre Dame. He currently oversees sports and local content for YouTube TV as part of Google's streaming division, while continuing to write historical nonfiction that reflects his passion for sports and cultural history.