93 WIBC News Director John Herrick Exits

"I look forward to what comes next and the opportunity to continue contributing meaningful work."

Anthony Cumia: Howard Stern’s Struggling Due to American Culture Shifts

"How shocking could a guy be talking about boobies when you could watch the hardest of hardcore porn right there on your phone?"

Dan Patrick: ESPN Should “Show More Dignity” With Layoffs Approach

"The only thing that I would say is show dignity to those people in how you let them go. That's all."

Pod Save America, Dan Bongino See Top 5 Finishes in Triton Digital June Rankings

The results showed strong performances from several news and talk-focused programs.

Features

Today's Top Radio, Television, and Media Business Stories!

How Don Anthony Turned Morning Show Boot Camp from a Dream Into An Annual Event

"I knew radio's top personalities had an event they could finally call their own."

Why David Haugh Believes Journalism Is the Foundation of His Success at 104.3 the Score

"You want to crystalize the story as fast as possible. Cut through the fat. Don’t waste time when you’re on the air, just like you don’t waste space when you’re writing... The reporting background frames everything we do."

How Todd Starnes is Blending Memphis Culture Into National Radio

"I think it's important in our industry that we be able to tell stories. And I think it is becoming a lost art form in what we do. And so we work really hard at telling stories on our national radio show."

The News/Talk Radio Industry Reacts to ABC News Radio Using Pre-Recorded Newscasts

"Cost-cutting isn't the issue that concerns me most. Transparency is."

Tesla Guitarist Frank Hannon Talks Dickie Betts Legacy

"If you look at his music, he's one of the greatest unique guitarists. "

Audacy’s Sports Talk Playbook Extends Beyond Frequencies Building for the Future

"FM is just one distribution point in a much larger ecosystem that includes streaming, podcasts, satellite and whatever comes next. The goal is no longer to own a frequency. It's to own every moment a sports fan wants to listen."

93 WIBC News Director John Herrick Exits

"I look forward to what comes next and the opportunity to continue contributing meaningful work."

Anthony Cumia: Howard Stern’s Struggling Due to American Culture Shifts

"How shocking could a guy be talking about boobies when you could watch the hardest of hardcore porn right there on your phone?"

Columns

Why Radio Personalities Must Share More Personal Stories

"It may start with a conversation with a co-host, but then do you bring in the listeners?"

Why Radio Talent Needs to Stop Playing It Safe

"The most demoralizing outcome is asking talent for creativity and then letting their ideas disappear into a corporate black hole."

The Odyssey Proves News/Talk Radio Needs a New Playbook

Being a contrarian can absolutely work for a host. It grabs attention, and it can build a brand. But real skill shows up when a host takes a popular topic somewhere unexpected instead of somewhere predictable.

Christine Williamson Is Becoming One of the Future Faces of ESPN’s SportsCenter

"Like it or not, change is a constant in big-time media, and ESPN will continue moving forward. Entertaining and energetic talents like Williamson are helping forge that new path."

Does the SiriusXM-Audacy Deal Actually Help SiriusXM?

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Sports

Dan Patrick: ESPN Should “Show More Dignity” With Layoffs Approach

"The only thing that I would say is show dignity to those people in how you let them go. That's all."

Josh Pate, ‘Bussin With the Boys’ Teaming for New College Football Program on ESPN This Fall

"Those are the people that I want to be in business with for a long time. You cross your fingers that they feel the same about you."

Jon Gruden To Call Play-By-Play For Tampa Bay Buccaneers Preseason Game

"I'm really excited about this Buccaneers team and the upcoming season. It's going to be a real thrill to be in the stadium again calling the game with one of the greatest Bucs ever! Hope to see you there!"

SiriusXM to Launch Dedicated WWE Radio Channel

“We are thrilled to team up with WWE to launch the most comprehensive wrestling audio platform in the industry.”

David Samson Unsure About Return To ‘Nothing Personal’ Program Following Family Tragedy

"I realized that what I need to do is disappear. That's my plan."

Good Karma Brands Expands Partnership With Wisconsin Athletics For Football, Basketball In Milwaukee

"We're excited to deliver the coverage, access and game-day experiences fans deserve while connecting them to the teams and traditions that make Badger Athletics such an important part of our state."

FOX Sports CEO Eric Shanks: Alexi Lalas Grew Into An Obsession During FIFA World Cup 2026

"That is what everybody hopes for when you produce television. The worst thing in the world is showing something and finding out that people didn't care."

Mike Greenberg: Mike Golic Is the “Most Important Person in the History of ESPN Radio”

"He was there before I got there, and he was there after I left. So, it only makes sense. So I think it's great."

Portland Trail Blazers Cut Broadcasters Michael Holton, Neil Everett, Jamie Hudson Among Others

"According to Forbes, four broadcasters are gone: TV analyst Michael Holton, statistician Tom Haberstroh, host Neil Everett, and host Jamie Hudson. Also, TV play by play voice Kevin Calabro tells The Oregonian that he's decided to step away from his role."

Pat McAfee Announces Release Of Upcoming Album “The Diary Of A Polarizing Figure”

"For as long as I can remember my mere existence has made people hate my guts. I’ve been writing songs about it for 20yrs & it’s time to let them aht."

Audacy Announces SportsRadio 610 Rebranding As 95.7 The Fan Beginning August 13

"Sports Radio 610, we're growing. You heard it in the promo, and you're going to hear it a lot from us as we get to this August 13th date, and as we go beyond it. We're becoming louder, clearer, and better than ever."

Jemele Hill: Journalism Continues To Be Phased Out In Sports Broadcasting

"In an attention economy, what matters is who can draw the attention. Sometimes it doesn't matter often whether it's good attention or bad attention. If you can captivate audience, that is what your biggest selling point will be."

News

93 WIBC News Director John Herrick Exits

"I look forward to what comes next and the opportunity to continue contributing meaningful work."

Anthony Cumia: Howard Stern’s Struggling Due to American Culture Shifts

"How shocking could a guy be talking about boobies when you could watch the hardest of hardcore porn right there on your phone?"

Pod Save America, Dan Bongino See Top 5 Finishes in Triton Digital June Rankings

The results showed strong performances from several news and talk-focused programs.

Chris Cuomo to Host NewsNation Town Hall on AI

“The future of your health, money, safety, space, even your job, AI is changing everything. Faster than anyone expected.”

Clarissa Ward Signs Short-Term CNN Extension Over Concerns About Paramount Skydance Ownership

Ward chose a shorter commitment because she's reportedly concerned about the network's editorial future if Paramount Skydance completes its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.

CBS News Names Mike Pesca Podcast Editorial Director

He contributed to The Free Press, the publication founded, overseen, and later sold to CBS News by Bari Weiss.

CNBC Renews Longstanding Partnership With NYSE

"At a time when public markets are playing an increasingly important role in the global economy, this next chapter of our partnership allows us to deliver real-time insight and perspective, helping investors better understand the forces shaping their financial future."

Worldwide News Network Strikes First International Deal

"This is the first step in building an international network of partners who value trusted, high-quality radio journalism.”

25% of News Consumers Now ‘Fanatics’, Stagwell Data Shows

Additionally, 74% say they have a more positive impression of companies that advertise within news environments.

Bill Handel: We’ve Lost 65% of Our AM Radio Audience on KFI in Past Decade

"And if you look at revenue, revenue has just collapsed."

Public Official Apologizes After Suggesting KDKA Radio Host Colin Dunlap Commit Suicide

"Suicide should not be a topic that is joked about or used to insult others. My comments were out of line."

CNN Adds Brittany Shammas to National News Team

Previously, she spent seven years at The Washington Post.

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Music

Julie Talbott Says AI Won’t Replace Radio Creativity

"Let's identify those and see if AI can reduce the grunt work. "

Connoisseur Media Reshuffles Bay Area Programming Leadership

"They know how to put the right people in the right positions."

Zelus Media Sells Phoenix Hot AC Station for $1.5M

"This sale appears to be about portfolio optimization, not retreat."

Brady Leaves SiriusXM Pulse For Hits 1 Afternoons

"Super excited to start connecting with you there and begin this new chapter of saying random things in-between songs."

KBAY Bay Country Moves to 98.5 FM Officially

"The San Francisco Bay Area has long been underserved by a major country station, and we're ready to fill that void,"

Tessa Barrera Joins Sunny 99.1 as Afternoon Host

"Barrera previously co-hosted "The Rod Ryan Show" on Rock/Alternative 94.5 The Buzz KTBZ-FM "

Brian Fisher Elevated to President at MediaCo Holding

"Brian has been at the center of our growth story,"

iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina 2026 Returns to Miami in October

"Latin music's cultural momentum continues to grow — and iHeart knows it."

Radio One Reshapes Dallas R&B With KRNB Move

"How audiences respond to the new lineup will ultimately define the move's success."

Chris Palmer Named Triple Tigers VP of National Promotion

"He brings the experience and creative juices, but most of all, the passion and fun we all love about this job."

94.3 The Dude Hires New Morning Host Robb Reel

"Reel brings market experience and personal connection to the region."

Andy Schuon Named CEO of Academy of Country Music

"ACM needs a forward-thinking leader to match that momentum."
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Julie Talbott Says AI Won’t Replace Radio Creativity

"Let's identify those and see if AI can reduce the grunt work. "

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“I think that when you have the president of the United States standing inside the White House delivering an important speech, I think that’s something that broadcasters should be carrying."

YouTube Ad Revenue Tops $11 Billion in 2026’s 2nd Quarter

"We have exciting momentum across the board."

Borell Associates: 77% of Local Advertisers to Steady or Increase Spending

Economic confidence, however, continues to weaken.

Brian Fisher Elevated to President at MediaCo Holding

"Brian has been at the center of our growth story,"

Westwood One Cuts Affiliate Relations Staff in Department Downsizing

The cuts come as Westwood One's parent company, Cumulus Media, prepares to exit its pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Paramount Deal For Warner Bros. Discovery Paused By Court Order Till August 3

"Today’s decision is an important victory for ⁠all those who would be hurt by this merger, and I look forward to continuing to fight this case."

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

Quince led all advertisers with an estimated $6.9 million in June podcast spending.

Netflix Avoids Listing Podcast Viewership In 2026 Mid-Year Reporting

"Recently launched video podcasts over-index on viewing during the day and on mobile devices, an indicator that this engagement is incremental."

Skyview Networks Promotes Andrew Kalb to COO, Appointments for Four Others

"I'm confident they will help us move quickly, enhance innovation and stay at the leading edge of a changing media landscape as we build toward the future."

Sale Price of Audacy St. Louis to Hoffmann Media Revealed

The filing provides the first official valuation since the companies announced the transaction more than two weeks ago.

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