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Nexstar Media Group Joins Sinclair in Returning Jimmy Kimmel Live! to Stations

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"We have had discussions with executives at The Walt Disney Company and appreciate their constructive approach to addressing our concerns."

Nebraska Sports Media Mourns The Passing Of Matt Vrzal

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"Matty was one of a kind. He was one of one. There's not enough word to describe Vrzal. He was genuine, sincere, loyal. He had a personality that would drive some crazy"

Mike Greenberg: ‘Mike & Mike’ Content Approach Aged Well Versus Hot Take Hosts

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"People would criticize Mike and me the most for, which was not being hot takey enough, not being hard enough on people, all that stuff — I think ages well"

Jimmy Kimmel Live! to Return to Sinclair-Owned Stations

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"We take seriously our responsibility as local broadcasters to provide programming that serves the interests of our communities, while also honoring our obligations to air national network programming."

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The Daily Wire Shares Details of New Debate Podcast Pitting Ben Shapiro, Matt Walsh, Michael Knowles Against Each Other

Radio September 26, 2025 0

October also brings Friendly Fire, a new podcast featuring Ben Shapiro, Matt Walsh, Michael Knowles, and Andrew Klavan debating politics, culture, and daily headlines.

Podcast Advertising to Rise Nearly 8% in 2025, New IAB Data Shows

Business September 26, 2025 0

In total, digital audio is expected to earn 10% of all advertising dollars, which is a significant forecast increase compared to previous projections.

NBCUniversal Begins Ad Campaign As Deadline For Deal With YouTube TV Approaches

Business September 26, 2025 0

"NBCUniversal is asking us to pay more than what they charge consumers for the same content on Peacock, which would mean less flexibility and higher prices for our subscribers"

Dan Patrick Pushes Back on Athletes Criticism of Journalists, Calls for Journalism To Be Stronger

Radio September 26, 2025 0

"This is supply and demand. They either want to listen to you or they don’t. There’s no in between"

Z100 Announces Lineup for Jingle Ball 2025

Radio September 26, 2025 0

The 2025 edition of the event will be held on Friday, December 12th at 7 PM at the famed Madison Square Garden.

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How Much Did YouTube Banning COVID-19 Skeptics and 2020 Election Deniers Help Rumble?

When YouTube made certain conversations off-limits, Rumble stepped in and offered a place where those conversations could happen. Audiences followed.

Features

How Boomer Esiason Carved His Own Path to Greatness at WFAN

"Now I can really focus on the radio show, and it feels great. I have a lot more energy now during the football season on the air, which is good for us"

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Toast to 10: The Impact of Barrett Media Across Sales, Advertising, and Management

"Today, we elevate that conversation to the executives, sales leaders, and advertising branches of the media industry—leaders who continue to face head-on challenges of generating revenue, managing budgets, and finding avenues to increase reach and return on investment"

Columns

Are Sports Leagues in Danger of a Breaking Point With Fans

September 26, 2025 1

"Does sports fandom carry with it a loyalty of unlimited value? Or will fans reach a point where, instead of paying to tune in, they will tune out?"

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Renegotiating NFL Media Deals Early Is Far From a Gamble

September 26, 2025 0

"Football isn’t just entertainment — it’s a ritual, a fix, an addiction. And the numbers prove it"

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Hits on the Horizon: Ed Sheeran, Cardi B, The Violent, Laci Kaye Booth, and More!

September 26, 2025 0

"Let’s jump right in with some ear candy you should be considering if you program a music radio station."

Columns

Why the Apple iPhone 17 Is More Than a Phone — It’s a Status Symbol

September 26, 2025 0

"The iPhone 17 and Apple Watch Ultra 3 aren’t just gadgets; they’re lifestyle markers."

Columns

Why Breaking Up TV Giants May Be the Industry’s Only Hope

September 26, 2025 0

The way to rise from the ashes of this burning industry is to be neutral, keep it local, stay fully staffed, and — most importantly — keep big business and political gamesmanship out of your newsroom.

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Nebraska Sports Media Mourns The Passing Of Matt Vrzal

BSM Staff - September 26, 2025

"Matty was one of a kind. He was one of one. There's not enough word to describe Vrzal. He was genuine, sincere, loyal. He had a personality that would drive some crazy"

Mike Greenberg: ‘Mike & Mike’ Content Approach Aged Well Versus Hot Take Hosts

BSM Staff - September 26, 2025

"People would criticize Mike and me the most for, which was not being hot takey enough, not being hard enough on people, all that stuff — I think ages well"

Turning Point USA CEO Erika Kirk Reveals Future of The Charlie Kirk Show

BNM Staff - September 26, 2025

"In the words of my husband, buckle up, because there is a lot of content to be had."

The Daily Wire Shares Details of New Debate Podcast Pitting Ben Shapiro, Matt Walsh, Michael Knowles Against Each Other

BNM Staff - September 26, 2025

October also brings Friendly Fire, a new podcast featuring Ben Shapiro, Matt Walsh, Michael Knowles, and Andrew Klavan debating politics, culture, and daily headlines.

Dan Patrick Pushes Back on Athletes Criticism of Journalists, Calls for Journalism To Be Stronger

"This is supply and demand. They either want to listen to you or they don’t. There’s no in between"

Z100 Announces Lineup for Jingle Ball 2025

The 2025 edition of the event will be held on Friday, December 12th at 7 PM at the famed Madison Square Garden.

Robyn Taylor Returns To Classic Rock 101.5 WPDH Monday

"Taylor is returning to the station as part of a refreshed morning lineup"

Jon Marks Makes His Return to Philadelphia Hosting Middays at 97.5 The Fanatic

"Jon’s talent, credibility, and connection with Philadelphia sports fans are second to none. His energy and insight make him the perfect fit to lead our midday lineup"

Rick Vaughn Reunites With iHeartMedia as New SVP of Programming in Salt Lake City

“This is an incredible opportunity to help shape the future of iHeart Salt Lake City.”

100.9/107.1 The Cat Brings Jamie Tanchyk Back to Albany

He is not the only former Albany DJ returning to the station.

WFAN’s Shaun Morash Named Co-Host of Jomboy Media’s ‘Talkin’ Giants’ Podcast

"Looking forward to the Jaxson Dart era. Come join us every week, everywhere podcasts are available"

Kirk Herbstreit: Pat McAfee Has Done a “Pretty Good” Job Replacing Lee Corso’s Moment on ‘College GameDay’

"We have the celebrity, we do all the picks, and then he does some kind of version of his own stamp on making the pick"

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Nexstar Media Group Joins Sinclair in Returning Jimmy Kimmel Live! to Stations

BNM Staff - September 26, 2025

"We have had discussions with executives at The Walt Disney Company and appreciate their constructive approach to addressing our concerns."

Jimmy Kimmel Live! to Return to Sinclair-Owned Stations

BNM Staff - September 26, 2025

ESPN Moves NHL Reporter Emily Kaplan From Rink to Studio Role

BSM Staff - September 26, 2025

"Kaplan, who joined ESPN in 2017 after covering the NFL for Sports Illustrated’s MMQB, will still be onsite for major events, including NHL opening night on October 7"

Kelce Brothers ‘New Heights’ Podcast Episodes Added to Amazon Prime Video

BSM Staff - September 26, 2025

"The group’s mission is to “drive scaled listenership and unlock broader and long-lasting relationships across Amazon"

Why Batya Ungar-Sargon Chose NewsNation For Her Cable News Home

"It is extremely important to me to be able to speak to people who agree with me as well as people who don’t."

Netflix Reportedly Set To Carry MLB Opening Day Game Between New York Yankees and San Francisco Giants

"The move is part of a reported three-year rights package between MLB and Netflix that is expected to be announced in the coming weeks"

Gary Cohen Comments Regarding Matt Shaw’s Absence Sparks Media Reaction

"The thought of leaving your team in the middle of a race for any reason other than a family emergency really strikes me as weird"

Prime Video Adds Kyle Lowry to NBA Broadcast Team

"The talent they've assembled is incredible, and together we'll deliver something fresh and special for basketball fans worldwide"

MSNBC Strikes Deal with Sky News for Global News Reporting

MSNBC joins a growing list of U.S. networks utilizing partnerships with foreign news organizations.

Roger Goodell Dismisses Notion Of Conflict Of Interest With NFL on FOX Analyst Tom Brady

"We get a lot of former players that are in [broadcast meetings] that are close to their former teams. I think our teams are pretty smart about saying, ‘I’m not sharing something with him"

Tom Brady: Those Pointing to a Conflict of Interest Are “Blinded by Distrust”

"They’re admitting that they can only conceive of interests that are selfish; that they cannot imagine a person doing their job for reasons that are greater than themselves"

News Media Reacts to Jimmy Kimmel Live! Opening Monologue In Return to Late-Night

Some applauded the monologue -- especially the portions directed at President Donald Trump and FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr -- while others claimed that Kimmel was attempting to paint himself as the victim.

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