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Why Chris Simms Has No Interest in Following the Traditional Sports Media Playbook

"I was obsessed with football from an early age. Of course, I envisioned being the man and winning Super Bowls, never having to work again. That obviously didn't happen, but I knew media was an option."

Ed Levine Hands Galaxy Communications to Pamal Broadcasting, Bets on Events

"Let me buy a really good or start a really good event, and then is there any local media I can add to it to make it better?'"

Steve Scully on Balancing Politics and Respect on “The Briefing” at SiriusXM

""So when you try to understand the context of where we are today by understanding where we've been in the past, I think it makes it easier for many people to realize that, whatever you feel about the current political environment, this too is going to pass."

Carlie Irsay-Gordon Understands What Too Many Leaders Have Long Forgotten

"Leadership in 2026 isn't about having all the answers. It should be about having the humility to ask the right questions. Building relationships and comradery with your teammates. Showing that you give a damn not just about business but about the people who execute your business."
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Sports

Carlie Irsay-Gordon Understands What Too Many Leaders Have Long Forgotten

"Leadership in 2026 isn't about having all the answers. It should be about having the humility to ask the right questions. Building relationships and comradery with your teammates. Showing that you give a damn not just about business but about the people who execute your business."

Tony Dungy Knew Changes Were Coming With Football Night in America on NBC Sports

"There were things that they didn't want me to talk about. We had a good understanding. They knew who I was when I got hired, and it is what it is."

Pardon The Interruption Record Month Leads ESPN September Studio Show Viewership

"Across ESPN's studio programming, average September viewership rose 7% compared with last year."

Stephen A. Smith Backtracks Commentary Regarding Lane Johnson and Mental Health on First Take

"Four games in to the 2026 season, a dude that has been in the league forever sits back and says, "I need to focus on my mental health and as an offensive tackle." There's no way [if] you're undefeated [or] winning football games. Everybody's got Super Bowl in their sights. You [don't] walk away."

ESPN VP of Events Clint Overby Reportedly Accepting Voluntary Early Retirement In February

"Overby joined ESPN in June 2001 as manager of the Big 12 Corporate Partner Program. He then rose to director of events in 2003 and senior director in 2006. ESPN elevated him to vice president of ESPN Events in 2016."

ESPN Announces Super Bowl LXI To Stream On Disney+

"Internationally, Disney+ streams the game in 55-plus markets, and ESPN networks reach 130-plus countries."

Hard Rock Bet Becomes Title Sponsor of ‘Wingmen With Matthew and Brady Tkachuk’ Podcast

"South Florida is home to Hard Rock Digital, and it’s now home to Matthew and Brady, too. That shared connection gives this partnership a level of authenticity that resonates with local sports fans."

Max Kellerman, LeSean McCoy Depart Inside The Ring After One Season

"Excited to officially join Inside The Ring for Season 2! See you inside the ring."

News

Why News/Talk Radio Hosts Should Never Book Their Own Guests

Too much familiarity can create an inside conversation that loyal P1 listeners will get but that will be difficult for non-regular listeners to follow. Our shows should always be designed around what the target audience is experiencing, discussing, and feeling.

Jay Wallace: Fox News Isn’t Courting Other Networks’ Viewers

"It’s hard to go after another network’s audience."

CBS News Announces JD Vance Town Hall With Tony Dokoupil

Dokoupil, the anchor of CBS Evening News, will interview Vance before an audience of Michigan voters from across the political spectrum.

Fox News Celebrates 30th Anniversary

"So today, as we celebrate 30 years of stories reported and analyzed, and history witnessed at each turn, we also look ahead because the next chapter of media is being shaped right now by new technology, new platforms, and new ways of connecting with audiences."

Skydance CEO David Ellison Promises to Protect CNN News Independence

Ellison spoke with CNN’s Anderson Cooper during a company town hall on Tuesday.

MS NOW Launches Road to the Midterms Series in Battleground States

MS NOW will air live broadcasts from five key states.

WIBC’s 1977 Hostage Crisis Brought to Life by Jon Hamm in ‘American Hostage’ Series

"I had a lot of friends that went to IU, so it was very, very close to my heart in many ways. And I thought we did a great job of relating that wonderful story."

Lee Habeeb Reflects on a Decade of Our American Stories

"I think overwhelmingly the American people don't wake up every day wanting to watch political talk or news. They want to just hear a good story."
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Music

Radio Programmed the Algorithm Before Anybody Knew What It Was

"We have more data than programmers could have imagined 25 years ago"

Tyler Foxx Exits as Program Director and Afternoon Host at Hot 96

"Thank you for 5 great years. If you hear of any openings, I am all ears.”

Country Music Association Announces Several Strategic Promotions

"Michelle Kirk now leads the CMA Foundation as Executive Director."

Joey Franchize Extends as Music Director, Middays on Wild 94.1 Tampa Bay

"Grateful for the opportunity to keep bringing my passion for music, culture, and our community to the airwaves. Tampa Bay, thank you for rocking with me."

The Persuadable Middle Is Music Radio’s Real Opportunity

"The persuadable middle doesn't need another argument about why radio matters. They need us to remove some of the reasons they're afraid to buy it."

Meredith Andrade Takes Afternoon Drive at 99.5 QYK

The move gives Beasley a familiar local personality across three of its Tampa brands.

Bobby Bones Reveals Top 40 Most Influential Radio Personalities

I can acknowledge the impact of all of them in my lifetime. I'd have to put them at the top of any list.

The Odd Fit That Fit Perfectly: Radio Should Take Notes

"The pairing wasn't built on format. It was built on attitude."

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Business

Saga Communications Names John Hakim GM in Charleston

"Over the past five years, he has demonstrated the vision, work ethic, and ability to inspire others that define outstanding leaders. I can think of no better person to lead Charleston Media Solutions, and I am excited to see the team continue to flourish under his leadership.”

Ferrero Brands Reportedly Increasing Ad Spend Into Sports Based on Super Bowl Success

"Building on the genuine momentum from Kinder Bueno and the success of Nutella Peanut, we’re in a position to double down on our investment to accelerate portfolio awareness and market share in the U.S."

Paramount+ and HBO Max Merger Will ‘Take a Period of Time’, David Ellison Says

"I think in the immediate you will see them operated separately..."

Point to Point Marketing, Strategic Solutions Podcast Study Finds 18% of Podcast Consumers Are Prime Prospects

"If you can move that group forward, you have the potential to significantly grow your Superfan base.”

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