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The Golics Shows How ESPN Can Make Radio Content Work Well on Television

"There is a certain charm to this father-son combination. It brings a warm, family feel to the program."

If Political Attack Ads Were Country Songs

"Instead of an ominous narrator warning that a state representative skipped 80% of legislative roll calls, add a weeping fiddle and a driving kick drum."

What the Midterm Election Results Mean for News/Talk Radio Hosts and Programmers

I’ve been on the record for a long time saying you shouldn’t go all Trump, all the time anymore. However, the results show something deeper that deserves analysis.

Radio’s Best Voices Agree: Authenticity Is the Format That Wins

“Connection cannot be forced, and authenticity cannot be faked. Listeners can cut right through your bull.”
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Sports

Rich Eisen Show Expands Distribution On Disney+ In Europe, Africa, Middle East

"The move follows Eisen’s return to ESPN more than a year ago after a stint on Roku. Since then, he has also anchored SportsCenter and hosted the podcast This Was SportsCenter: Stories from the Set."

David Samson: “Making A Living” In Radio Is For The Top 1% of 1%

"In order to make a living on radio, you're going to need another source of income. It can't just be from terrestrial radio."

ESPN Digital & Social Reaches Record 236.5 Million Users in September

"ESPN's record digital audience reflects progress toward its broader strategy of reaching sports fans beyond traditional television."

ESPN Announces Veterans Day Programming and Initiatives for 2026

"Through ESPN’s 2026 Veterans Week, we are proud to share powerful stories of service, celebrate our veteran colleagues and strengthen the programs that support veterans and military spouses as they pursue their next chapters.”

Ryan Clark: ESPN Executives Avoided Him, Rewarded Favorites

"I didn't understand how important, not who you knew, how important it was to have people actually like you. I don't live a life of attempting to be liked."

From Super Bowl MVP to Music Videos: Julian Edelman Is Just Getting Started At FOX Sports

"Once I started doing TV, there's a lot of similarities between the day-to-day in sports television and being an athlete. I've grown to love it."

Intentional Talk Celebrates MLB Network Decision To Reverse Course On Ending Program

"It all goes to show that really your voice does matter, and people do listen. So, if you really love something, don't stop advocating for it."

Gregg Giannotti Unsure Why Dianna Russini Would Return to NFL Media

"I'd try to have a completely different life somewhere else. Hey, that happened. Whole deal. It was embarrassing. Now I'm just going to do something else in my life."

News

The Hill Earns Nearly 1.5 Million Election Day YouTube Views

Individual streams featuring election-night remarks attracted audiences, including 123,000 views for Texas Senate candidate James Talarico, 39,000 for South Carolina congressional candidate Annie Andrews, and 19,000 for Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton.

Glenn Beck Gives Mercury One $5 Million for Humanitarian Aid

"We need eyes to be opened. We need countries to be opened. And we need the United States to take a bold stand on this, as well.”

Tucker Carlson: ‘Fox News Era’ Over After 2026 Midterm Election Defeat for Republicans

“This is the end of the Trump era last night. We’re done. It’s also the end, by the way, of the Fox News era."

Erick Erickson Show Launches Thanksgiving Meal Drive to Feed 75,000

This isn’t about politics; it’s about compassion, faith, and stepping up for our neighbors.

NBC News Tops Election Night TV Ratings

The network finished fourth among the six most-watched outlets four years ago.

NBC News’ Steve Kornacki Election Night Livestream Hits Nearly 30 Million Views

The NBC News political correspondent spent 10.5 hours live on YouTube Tuesday, providing viewers with election analysis and updates throughout the evening.

1040 WHO Adds Kelly Nash’s ‘NASHional Briefing’ to Daily Lineup

The move follows a controversy involving Henson that kept him off the air for approximately a month.

Former AM 1450 KMMS Host Aaron Flint Falls in Montana Congressional Election

The contest also marked the first Montana congressional race in more than 30 years that didn't feature two Baby Boomers.
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Music

Fat Joe Brings Hip-Hop Heavyweights to NPR Tiny Desk Concert

"The Bronx rapper delivered an energetic performance featuring several longtime collaborators and music from his latest album."

92Q Adds DeDe in the Morning to Daily Lineup

“I’m so happy to be heard in Nashville on 92Q!"

Dave & Chuck The Freak Expand to Grand Rapids With 97 LAV Morning Show

"The syndicated show will air weekdays from 6 to 10:30 a.m. on WLAV."

Bring Back the Local Show: Radio’s Cheapest Credibility Play

"So why are we waiting for Spotify, or somebody else, to take credit for breaking a hit?"

Hip-Hop Pioneer Kool DJ Red Alert Announces Radio Retirement

"It has been an honor in my life to share the airwaves with the community for over four decades."

Warner Records Nashville Makes Staff Cuts Across Key Department

Warner Records Nashville layoffs have affected several executives and radio promotion professionals.

Every New Boss Is a Job Interview You Didn’t Apply For

"Sometimes it works. You get along swimmingly with the new guy, or gal, and you look back wondering why you ever sweated it. Other times it doesn't work out, and you go."

KS95 Taps Gabe & Angie For Afternoon Drive Beginning December 28

"We’re thrilled to welcome Gabe & Angie to KS95. Their energy, humor and heart on the air and off will help take afternoon drive to the next level."

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Business

FOX Corporation Completes $22 Billion Acquisition Of Roku

"Beginning today, our top priority for the combined company is to continue to relentlessly serve audiences and partners, while reinforcing the openness and choice that is the essence of the Roku platform."

Spotify Expands United Airlines Partnership With Personalized Seatback Streaming

“Bringing personal Spotify accounts to United seatback screens is a major milestone, creating a new way to experience Spotify in flight."

Texas Radio Hall of Fame to Induct 2026 Class of Broadcasters November 7

This year's honorees represent decades of contributions to broadcasting across Texas.

Senator Demands FCC Records From Brendan Carr Over Media Investigations, Merger Approval

"Sen. Richard Blumenthal is demanding records from FCC Chairman Brendan Carr concerning media investigations and regulatory decisions."

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