Kixie 107 Welcomes Back Beloved Jackson Radio Personality Lady Vee

"Our listeners have missed her incredible energy and vibrant voice. Kixie 107 just wasn't the same without her."

Dianna Russini Timeline of Resignation From The Athletic Began With Confrontation on Easter Sunday

"Russini and New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel reportedly worked together to coordinate their responses to The Post. Rather than calling her direct bosses first, The Times states she reached out to New York Times Company CEO Meredith Kopit Levien."

The Daily Wire Targeting Late 2027, Early 2028 IPO

Advertising revenue for the company is up 14% in 2026, after falling in each of the three previous years.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino: Hydration Breaks Earn FIFA “No Additional Revenue”

"This is not a financial issue for us. For us, it is purely a sporting matter."

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John Kincade Opens Up About His Decision to Leave 97.5 The Fanatic

"I'm very fortunate to be alive and survived everything I've survived. What I want to do is enjoy my life every day. Part of that is doing things that I want to do on my terms."

Bang Your Head: John Bush and the Timeless Power of Armored Saint

"We don't want to be just one of these bands from the '80s who put out new music so they can go out and do some touring."

Approaching The Summit: Devin Steel, Hot 107.9 Atlanta

"we're reinventing the radio business — and our own job descriptions — on a daily basis."

The Industry According To: Greg Beharrell, GREG-FM

"How do you think Top 40 makes song number 41 feel?"

Approaching The Summit: Damon Amendolara, SiriusXM Mad Dog Sports Radio

"I'm most passionate about the things that are talked about at the Barrett Media Audio Summit. Those are the things I really consider every day that are really my life. Forget three hours, like I could do three days talking about all the nuances of the industry"

The Hype Machine Is Dying. Radio, Don’t Be the Last to Notice.

"Programmers should ask better discovery questions of their favorite record rep"

Kixie 107 Welcomes Back Beloved Jackson Radio Personality Lady Vee

"Our listeners have missed her incredible energy and vibrant voice. Kixie 107 just wasn't the same without her."

Dianna Russini Timeline of Resignation From The Athletic Began With Confrontation on Easter Sunday

"Russini and New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel reportedly worked together to coordinate their responses to The Post. Rather than calling her direct bosses first, The Times states she reached out to New York Times Company CEO Meredith Kopit Levien."

Columns

Sports Media Talent Must Stop Apologizing for Doing Their Job

"If this is the opinion business, there's no need for apologies. Being wrong comes with the territory. What matters is having the conviction to make the call in the first place and the credibility to own the outcome afterward."

Spotify Playlists, TikTok, and the Rise of Independent Music Curators

"There are people who take pride in discovery and treat their playlists almost like radio stations."

The Dumbest Rule in News/Talk Radio — and Why Hosts Should Break It

The hosts who build real, lasting connections with their audiences aren't the ones who follow every internal directive without question.

ESPN SportsCenter Still Delivers On Highlights, But Who’s Its Next Greatest Star?

"For decades, SportsCenter wasn’t just where fans consumed sports news. It was where sports media stars were born. As Linda Cohn prepares to sign off, it’s fair to wonder if her retirement represents more than the end of a remarkable career."

Why Tucker Carlson’s Principles Are Now His Biggest Enemy

Here's the uncomfortable truth about independent conservative media: the audience doesn't want to be informed. They want to be confirmed.
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Sports

Dianna Russini Timeline of Resignation From The Athletic Began With Confrontation on Easter Sunday

"Russini and New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel reportedly worked together to coordinate their responses to The Post. Rather than calling her direct bosses first, The Times states she reached out to New York Times Company CEO Meredith Kopit Levien."

FIFA President Gianni Infantino: Hydration Breaks Earn FIFA “No Additional Revenue”

"This is not a financial issue for us. For us, it is purely a sporting matter."

Baltimore Ravens Name Kyle Youmans as New Radio Play-By-Play Voice

"Baltimore has been blessed with some incredibly talented and loyal play-by-play voices over its football history. My mission will be to continue that tradition with an entertaining and informative brand of content."

ESPN Analyst Vincent Goodwill Claims He Received Death Threats Following Participation Trophy Commentary

"I thought it was just something funny. I didn't think people would take it so damn literally, but sarcasm goes over people's heads, literacy is at an all-time low."

ESPN NFL Analyst Matt Miller Recovering From Serious Car Accident

"I look forward to continuing my recovery and getting back to ESPN to talk football, including what should be an exciting 2027 NFL Draft class."

PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp Believes New Schedule, Format Positions Tour “Better” For Media Partner Deals

"I believe these changes put us in a much better position to compete with all of the alternatives that any media partner has for their programming dollars."

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Name Tony Castricone As New Radio Play-By-Play Voice

"My family and I cannot wait to be Buccaneers, to be Floridians and to meet as many members of the Krewe as possible."

Scott Van Pelt: “There’s No Chance” Of 11 More Years Hosting SportsCenter Midnight Edition

"This will be 11 years. You know what that means? That means we're on the back nine now. Are we gonna bank a 41 in our last of these nines? Now, that means that we still got 11 more. There's no chance."

ESPN Extends NBA Draft Analyst Jeremy Woo With Multi-Year Deal

"Woo joined ESPN in 2023 after nearly a decade at Sports Illustrated."

New York Times CEO States The Athletic Is Company’s Fastest Growing Vertical

"The Athletic has the fastest-growing audience on The New York Times. It's many millions more than that today."

Linda Cohn Retiring From ESPN On June 30

"What I'm most proud of is that my career lasted long enough for me to see little girls grow up watching SportsCenter, enter this business, and succeed in it. If my journey helped make that path a little easier for them, then that's the achievement I’ll cherish most."

ESPN Adds Rece Davis To Wimbledon Coverage

"I’m thrilled to join our elite tennis team at ESPN that pours everything into making our coverage insightful, innovative and entertaining. It’s quite a privilege for me to get a chance to experience Wimbledon for the first time and share it with our fans."

News

The Daily Wire Targeting Late 2027, Early 2028 IPO

Advertising revenue for the company is up 14% in 2026, after falling in each of the three previous years.

77 WABC’s Sid Rosenberg Elected to New York State Broadcasters’ Association Hall of Fame

"After seeing this letter tonight, it has been all worth it. To be recognized as one of my industry’s all-time greats is nothing short of surreal."

101 KXL Promotes Heather Roberts to News Director

"She is relentless in her search for the news and will serve KXL well in this role. I'm excited to see where she takes the KXL News Department."

Larry O’Connor to Host Free Fisher House Radio Special for Independence Day

Fisher House provides free temporary lodging for military and veteran families while loved ones receive treatment at military and VA medical centers.

Martha Zoller, Longtime WDUN Host, Dies

"More than a great broadcaster, she was a great friend. Always willing to help whomever she could, wherever she could.”

President Donald Trump ‘Preparing Lawsuits’ Against ABC News Over Reflecting Pool Coverage

"I like their money, which will be given to the U.S. Treasury!”

The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show Celebrates 5th Anniversary

"We look forward to celebrating many more milestones together!”

New Jersey 101.5 Reunites Dennis Malloy and Judi Franco in Middays

"Townsquare gets Malloy back in a proven role"

Fox News Adds Natalie Chuck as LA-Based Correspondent

"I could not be more excited for this next chapter in my career and where it’s taking me!"

Longtime KDKA Radio Reporter Greg McAtee Dies

"We lost a great colleague today. Man, did he ever care about doing a great job."

CNN Poll Finds Fox News Most Trusted Political Brand in TV

The data from SSRS and CNN comes after a Reuters survey showed that only 33% trusted Fox News.

Jeremy Boreing: I Don’t Regret Not Selling The Daily Wire to Fox News

"Of course, it would have ended better for me if we had sold in 2023 or 2020, financially."

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Music

Staci & Hutch Afternoon Show Ending at Minneapolis CHR KS95

"As you can imagine, this was an incredibly difficult decision."

Dustin Haze Monroe Exits APD Role at iHeart Z107.7 St. Louis

"Z107.7 now faces a gap in both its programming leadership and afternoon daypart"

Jules Riley Joins Cox Media Group Atlanta

"Her strategic mindset, operational expertise, and passion for connecting with audiences make her the ideal choice for this important leadership role."

Greg Fletch Fletcher Returns to Beaver 100.3 After Four-Year Absence

"It is great to have him back, and with his wife Ruthanna as his co-host, the show has never been better."

Olivia Rodrigo’s Festival Takeover on 88.5 The SoCal Sound Makes Waves

"Rodrigo used AAA radio — not social media — to make a major cultural announcement"

Clive Davis Dead at 94: A Legacy Spanning Columbia, Arista, and J Records

Clive Davis, one of the most influential executives in...

Brandon Young Named PD and Morning Host at Star Country 95.9

"His previous Country format experience in nearby Longview gives him relevant regional context."

Sticks Media Loses WLGR As Border Media Reacquires Station

"We view it as a great opportunity to invest our resources and long-term vision into the station."

Spotify Launches Reserved Ticketing Feature With Live Nation, Ticketmaster

"Offers surface on the Home screen, in push notifications, and inside Your Updates."

Kiss 104.1 Reshuffles Atlanta Lineup After APD Dyron Ducati Walker Exits

"Moves reflect strong confidence in the station's existing roster."

Women Fans Spend Big Beyond The Ticket, Study Finds

"Women are projected to control nearly $100 trillion in spending by 2048"

Casey Daniels Named New Morning Host At Z95.1 Charlottesville

"She has the perfect combination of warmth, energy and enthusiasm to wake up Charlottesville every day"
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Polymarket Launches First Entertainment Podcast With Dear Media

"Our partnership with Dear Media marks a new chapter in how prediction markets capture the pulse of culture around the world."

iHeartMedia Enacting Round of Layoffs Affecting Programming

"We’ve built new tech capabilities over the last several years that have enabled us to both deepen our relationships with the listeners and communities who depend on us and improve the support we provide to our sellers. We’re now moving to scale this approach, implementing structural changes within our Programming organization and expanding responsibilities for key leaders."

Afternoon Radio Listening Gaining Ground as Mornings Slip, New Crowd React Media Data Shows

When asked why they listen to local radio, 40% of those aged 18-34 said that local content is the key reason. That's higher than the overall level (30%) and the 55+ crowd (20%).

ESPN Reportedly Planning To Launch ‘Fan House’ Interactive Hub For Fans, Advertisers

"Having a solution like ESPN Fan House helps brands reach fans in those moments and provides an opportunity for deeper engagement, impact and measurement."

BIA Advisory Services Names Michael Guerity as VP of Market Intelligence/Strategic Communications

"His leadership will also help BIA strengthen how we develop and deliver forecasting intelligence while leveraging AI and emerging technologies to expand the value of the insights we provide."

DAZN Reportedly Restructuring For Potential Outside Investment, Initial Public Offering

"DAZN has been expanding aggressively — merging with ViewLift, a leading provider of streaming and digital solutions deeply embedded in U.S. sports, signaling clear ambitions to break into American local sports markets."

Rumble Completes Acquisition of Northern Data, Adding AI Division to Parent Company

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New Data: 61% Of Podcast Consumers Discover Their Favorite Shows Through YouTube, Social Media

"What this research makes clear is that discovery is happening where people already spend their time. YouTube, social feeds, search, and personal recommendations have become the front door to podcasting."

Yahoo Media Group Launches New Media and Advertising Content Hub

"We really wanted to create a single destination for investors and professionals who wanted to understand media advertising in more depth and how it is reshaping the markets."

Vox Media Sells SB Nation, The Verge, Others to Penske Media

After previously selling its podcast portfolio and other assets,...

Jay Prasad Named CEO Of OWL AI With Goal To Scale Platform For Sports, Live Media

"Every live sporting event generates enormous value that today goes uncaptured — in officiating, production, branding, live experiences, and the fan experience. OWL is building the live intelligence layer that captures it."

iHeartMedia Expanding Radio Advertising Capabilities With Launch Of AudioGraph

"Marketers can now use audio as an addressable and measurable performance channel at a national scale; with the same accountability they expect from every other part of their media plan."

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