The Crown Network Launching New Sports Morning Show Featuring James Rapien, Marisa Contipelli, Jacob Tissot June 1

"Cincinnati sports fans are the best. Loyal, passionate, second to none. The city lives and breathes sports, and now it finally has a morning show to match."

Michelle Basch Signs Off From WTOP

"WTOP is loaded with talented people. Keep kicking ass and proving that great journalism still exists, and radio still matters."

Dan Le Batard: “It’s Killing Me to Not Be Able To Speak Honestly” in Regards to Jon “Stugotz” Weiner’s Absence From Program

"Imagine how hard it must be for me to protect the relationship with him, and keeping his name on the show in service of wanting him back so the audience can have what it wants. Because I want it to."

NPR Enacts Newsroom Layoffs After Buyout Offer

Last week, NPR shared it was offering buyouts to...

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How New WTOP Morning Anchor Kristin Diaz Brings Texas Energy to Washington D.C. Radio

"WTOP is such a huge station in its own right, just like KRLD. Another legacy station that's been here 100 years and has such strong roots in the community."

How Riply Is Using AI to Help Radio Stations Stay Hyper-Local

"It's whatever the station needs, and that's key for Riply. We are highly customized and continue to work with the station, respond to their voice, and let them tell us what markets or areas they want to cover."

Where the Opportunities Are: News/Talk Radio Leaders Sound Off

"They'll come to the station that has the reputation for news and information in their market, and that's where we have to deliver for them."

How Raven Went From Hip-Hop Kid to Nationally Syndicated AC Host

"We were funny the second we picked up a microphone together."

Inside Seton O’Connor’s Pivot for the Future of The Dan Patrick Show

"It was really difficult because it’s a medium that I love. I love the art of painting the picture for the audience, leave them wanting more and layering sound to help the product. There’s a real freedom of expression in radio."

Mike Foss, Ryan Spoon, Daniel Anstandig, and Chad Millman Join the 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit Lineup

"It's going to be one of the biggest and best media conferences of the year."

The Crown Network Launching New Sports Morning Show Featuring James Rapien, Marisa Contipelli, Jacob Tissot June 1

"Cincinnati sports fans are the best. Loyal, passionate, second to none. The city lives and breathes sports, and now it finally has a morning show to match."

Michelle Basch Signs Off From WTOP

"WTOP is loaded with talented people. Keep kicking ass and proving that great journalism still exists, and radio still matters."

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ESPN Radio’s Continued Midday Void Is Creating More Questions Than Answers

"Vacant airtime doesn't build loyalty. Rotating placeholders don't help create identity. And waiting months to make a decision in one of the most competitive content environments imaginable represents something other being the 'worldwide leader.'"

Top 10 Reasons Why a New York Knicks NBA Finals Is Good for Sports Media

"In homage to Mr. Letterman, here are the Top 10 reasons why it’s good for the media to have the Knicks back in the Finals."

Radio Leaders Must Protect Their Mental Battery Before Burnout Wins

"You cannot pour from an empty cup."

Morning Radio Story Arcs — The Strategy Most Shows Are Missing

"You must involve your listeners so they feel invested and will come back each day to hear what develops."

Sharyn Alfonsi Exits 60 Minutes: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

The best thing Alfonsi can do from here is land somewhere that values what she does. She's a talented journalist with a track record that speaks for itself. If CBS News didn't want that, somebody else will.
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Sports

The Crown Network Launching New Sports Morning Show Featuring James Rapien, Marisa Contipelli, Jacob Tissot June 1

"Cincinnati sports fans are the best. Loyal, passionate, second to none. The city lives and breathes sports, and now it finally has a morning show to match."

Dan Le Batard: “It’s Killing Me to Not Be Able To Speak Honestly” in Regards to Jon “Stugotz” Weiner’s Absence From Program

"Imagine how hard it must be for me to protect the relationship with him, and keeping his name on the show in service of wanting him back so the audience can have what it wants. Because I want it to."

Kansas City Chiefs Latest NFL Team To Partner With ProWire for Live Gameday Audio In Stadium

"Chiefs fans now have a selection of companion audio content and real-time captioning from their own devices."

Yahoo Sports’ Layoffs Underway as Company Begins Aligning To Meet New Goals

"Sources indicate to Barrett Media the cuts are not part of a cost-cutting measure by Yahoo Sports, but instead a restructure for a best path forward toward their goals."

Matt Barrie Shifts to SEC Nation Host Beginning in July on SEC Network

"I'm a college football junkie and beyond excited to host SEC Nation from the greatest game day atmospheres in the South."

98.5 The Sports Hub’s Fred Toucher: NFL Shifting More Games From Sundays “Dangerous for Business”

"It seems like a quick money grab. It seems like they're trying to grab as much money as they can, because they're all old. Since the owners, for the most part, are so old, they're not really interested in the legacy of the NFL or it's staying power."

FanDuel TV Announces World Cup Programming Featuring Three USMNT Coaches, Fox Sports’ Rob Stone

"Major sporting events on the calendar, like the World Cup, present an opportunity for FanDuel to bring fans unique perspectives through original programming."

The 47th Annual Sports Emmy Awards Recognize Sports Television’s Best

"A total of 47 category winners were announced according to NATAS."

FOX Sports Reportedly Earned FIFA World Cup 2026 Rights at Discount Over Qatar Tournament Schedule Change

"FOX Corporation is reportedly paying less than $500 million to broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup."

Kenny Smith: ‘Inside the NBA’ Created What the Podcast World Is Now

"I'm gonna say it, and this is not offensive. We created what the podcast world is now. Because the way we behaved allowed people to have more of a freedom of speech."

Audacy CEO Kelli Turner: Sports Audio Is “As Secure and Relevant as Ever”

"Amid so many choices, sports audio’s place is as secure and relevant as ever—in fact, it’s thriving."

Julie Ertz, Kealia Watt Team up for New Women’s Soccer Podcast ‘Style of Play’

"As we move closer to the Women’s World Cup in 2027, there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the conversation and celebrate the continued rise of women’s soccer and women’s sports."

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Michelle Basch Signs Off From WTOP

"WTOP is loaded with talented people. Keep kicking ass and proving that great journalism still exists, and radio still matters."

NPR Enacts Newsroom Layoffs After Buyout Offer

Last week, NPR shared it was offering buyouts to...

WTAW Adds Tucker ‘Frito’ Young to Morning Drive

"This is kind of like being on the radio show of record for the Brazos Valley."

The 47th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards Recognize News Television’s Best

Big winners on the night included ABC News (8 awards) and National Geographic (7 awards).

CNN Developing Streaming Series for Abby Phillip

Guests on the show will reportedly discuss what they're obsessed with and also declare confessions about topics and past actions.

Sharyn Alfonsi Exits 60 Minutes, Blasts CBS News Leadership

"In the coming days, network leadership may attempt to hide behind corporate euphemisms like 'modernization' and 'restructuring' to explain away my departure. Don't be misled. This was not a routine corporate transition."

Scott DeLucia Retiring From WTAW Morning Show After Nearly 60 Years in Radio

"Everything’s fine, my health is fine. My wife’s health is fine. We’re just deciding that it’s time to go enjoy the rest of our life that won’t include getting up at 4:20 in the morning."

KDKA Radio Producer/Anchor Margaux Rentzel Announces Exit

Rentzel originally joined the station two years ago. She was one of the inaugural members of the KDKA's Next Take show.

Byron Allen Betting on ‘Good, Clean Comedy’ in Replacing the Late Show With Stephen Colbert on CBS

"'I don’t want any political humor. I don’t want any racist humor, homophobic humor, antisemitic humor, sexist humor. Just do good, clean comedy that’s relatable and makes everybody feel included.'"

NPR Collaborate With NPM, PRX To Increase Public Station Monetization for Podcasts

"This collaboration expands how we support stations in growing digital revenue. By working together, we're making it easier for stations to access the highest quality national sponsorship that fits the sound and style of public media."

Veteran Late Night Reporter Claims President Donald Trump “Personally Involved” in Stephen Colbert Cancelation

"Certainly the idea that he throws a man in the dumpster at the end of it indicates that he was personally involved."

NewsNation Unveils Fresh Slate of Digital Programs on YouTube

"NewsNation recently developed a state-of-the-art podcast studio in Chicago, complementing its existing operations in New York and Washington, D.C."

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Music

MCA Partners With Wright and Capshaw to Launch One4 Records

"A&R is the driving force behind what we're building,"

Black Box Group’s New Curriculum Targets PDs Before Q4 Ratings Wars

"Brand teams are smaller, multi-tasking, and are often lacking tools, budget, and critical experience,"

Steve Hausmann Comes Out of Retirement for Western New York Radio

"WCJW's simultaneous FM expansion amplifies the reach of this hire significantly."

Jimmy Knight Exits Federated Media Fort Wayne After 15-Year Run

Two long-tenured talents have left Federated Media Fort Wayne....

Lady Gaga Sets All-Time Touring Record With $236 Million Midyear Gross

"For the first time ever, two artists each surpassed $200 million"

Matt Pinfield launches new video series at 88.5 The SoCal Sound

"Video content drives discovery and listener loyalty more than ever before"

Frank Rogers Named Chief Creative Officer at Spirit Music Group

"I look forward to making Spirit Music Group the preeminent independent music publisher in the world."

Tanner in the Morning Show Ends a Historic 22-Year Run

"I'll always be grateful for the friendships, memories, and incredible experiences along the way."

What the 2026 American Music Awards Mean for BTS, Taylor Swift and Pop Music

"Emerging artists like sombr proved that fresh voices are breaking through in a big way"

A Competitor’s Classy Send-Off: KS95 Morning Show Honors Dave Ryan’s Exit

Today is Dave Ryan's final broadcast. We reported his...

UMG and TikTok Ink New Multi-Year Licensing Deal

"We look forward to driving innovative new fan experiences, while further improving social media monetization, and protecting and amplifying human artistry.”

Falen & Colt Replace Dave Ryan on Minneapolis’s 101.3 KDWB

"To lead mornings on such an iconic station and become the first woman to hold this role is incredibly special."
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Podcast Industry Taskforce Reportedly Working To Correct Definition, Measurement Issues

"What ends up happening is when advertisers are deciding whose budget this is to come out of, there's oftentimes a tug of war, or it gets orphaned, because nobody knows."

Broadcasters Foundation to Host Media Mixer at iHeartMedia New York on June 25th

Legendary radio executive Dan Mason will attend and share career insights.

YouTube Altering AI Labels Approach on Content To Be More Visible on Videos

"The goal here is context at a glance. If it looks real but was made with AI, viewers will know immediately. This is purely about giving viewers the right information at the right time."

Radio Advertising Bureau Adds Sabina Widmann As Executive Vice President

"I look forward to working with RAB's members and team to help provide meaningful resources, education and support that help broadcasters navigate continued change and growth."

iHeartMedia Market President Margie Tasseff Announces Retirement

"I’ve been fortunate to grow professionally while working with outstanding colleagues and serving a community that has meant so much to me."

TEGNA Names Patrick Paolini As New CEO Amid Merger Litigation With Nexstar

"I have tremendous respect for the TEGNA brand, for the outstanding local news delivered across its 64 local television stations and hundreds of digital platforms, and for the company's dedicated employees and local journalists."

The Dangers of Americans Reading Less and Scrolling More

"Younger consumers are more likely to watch a 90-second TikTok summary of a political issue rather than read a long-form analysis from a traditional media outlet."

Top 15 Podcast Advertisers Spent $60 Million in April, Magellan AI Data Shows

Of those 15, six actually decreased their spending during the month.

Penske Media Reportedly Discussing Acquisition of Unsold Vox Media Brands

"We have always adapted and led the way, and I believe authoritative work from trusted brands and talent is more necessary than ever."

74% of Podcast Companies Reported Revenue Growth in 2025, New Data Shows

"The same pattern kept surfacing: publishers that treated video as a monetization layer, not just a discovery channel, grew revenue the fastest."

YouTube To Stream Sports, News, Documentary Emmy Awards This Month

"Partnering with YouTube at this level for the first time allows us to put these ceremonies directly into the environment where so much of today's journalism and storytelling already lives."

Vox Media Split Into 2 Companies After James Murdoch Purchase

"Each company will be better positioned to grow within a focused portfolio of complementary businesses."

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