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Why Heidi Raphael Returned Home to Lead the New York State Broadcasters Association

“I have met and worked with so many wonderful people. I don’t take that for granted. I’m grateful every single day.”

Bru’s Rocket Ride: From Polka Hour to Coast-to-Coast Radio

"It was one of those places where I really got to mess up and find my voice,"

MLB Network’s Intentional Talk Reversal Proves Connection Is Media’s Most Valuable Currency

"Intentional Talk has become, and continues to be, your favorite baseball player's favorite baseball show."

Why News/Talk Radio Hosts Shouldn’t Copy Pat McAfee’s Social Media Playbook

Pat McAfee’s fame is now at a peak level....
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Sports

ESPN Monday Night Football Viewership Surges as Bears-Seahawks Draws 16.4 Million

"The Chicago Bears-Seattle Seahawks matchup averaged 16.4 million viewers across multiple platforms."

ESPN Sets Exclusive WWE Crown Jewel Streaming Coverage for November 7

"The network will offer exclusive streaming alongside studio programming, digital features and social media coverage."

Chris Russo Blasts FOX Sports For Promoting Tom Brady First Broadcast In New England Over Packers, Patriots Game

"FOX's promotion all week is the fact that Tom Brady's going back to Foxborough? This is going to be fun. Who the hell cares? I don't care. Call the game on the moon. This is the dumbest thing in the world."

Katie Nolan: Pat McAfee Can’t Handle “Heat” Stemming From His Own Success

"The guy is winning in every sense of the word and yet is constantly acting like the world is attacking him baselessly."

MLB Network Reverses Course And Keeps Intentional Talk

"A source with knowledge of the situation tells Barrett Media that host Kevin Millar and others discussed the matter with several high ranking MLB officials at the World Series."

Phil Simms Believes Joe Buck, Troy Aikman Tension Will Be Difficult To “Backtrack” On

"I don't quite know why it got that bad, but it did. It's hard to backtrack when those things happen."

College GameDay Record Viewership Pacing Slows Slightly Following Indiana Appearance

"Weeks 8 and 9 tied for the season’s lowest averages. Overall, GameDay’s lead over 2025 has slipped from 6% after Week 6 to 4% now."

CBS Sports’ Brian Kelly Expresses Interest In Open Florida State Head Coaching Position

"Certainly, leading that program, from anyone’s perspective, would be an honor and privilege."

News

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.

Bret Baier Responds to Accusations of Fox News Election Spin

The viral clip attracted nearly 2 million views, giving the original accusation considerable reach across the platform.

Former Salem Radio Network Host Chris Stigall Elected to U.S. House of Representatives

He'll represent Missouri's 6th Congressional District after defeating Democrat Josh Smead.

NewsNation First Network to Project Democrats Would Take Both Houses of Congress

Notably, NewsNation is the only network using Decision Desk HQ data in its election coverage.

The Daily Wire Barred From James Talarico Watch Party

"We are on the ground in Texas to cover James Talarico, but his campaign really doesn't want us to be."
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Music

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."

Nikki Preston Joins Kiss 98.5 Morning Show

“I’m beyond excited to be returning to Western New York after more than a decade on-air in Southern California."

Michael Bennett Takes Afternoons at B101

"The last couple of weeks have been filled with ALL the emotions, and I can’t believe the amount of messages, texts, and DMs I’ve received."

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Business

Townsquare Media Reports 3.9% Revenue Increase During 2026’s 3rd Quarter

"We want to be candid about the challenges we face."

Netflix Launches AI Discover Feature to Personalize Streaming Recommendations

AI Discover offers personalized recommendations based on viewers' moods, interests and preferences.

Fred Jacobs to Scale Back Role with Jacobs Media

"Starting next year, my day-to-day life will change, but I’ll still be reading the trades, checking the ratings, offering suggestions to Paul, talking strategy with select clients, giving the occasional speech or presentation, and working on the Techsurveys."

Walt Disney Company Reportedly Planning Layoffs In Efforts Towards 20% Cost Savings

"Some operations, including theme parks, TV channels and the movie studio, will reportedly feel a disproportionate impact,"

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