Why Consolidation Strategy Beats Streaming Competition Right Now

"A market with only two giant radio companies (and Public Radio) would be better equipped to take format chances and fight the flight to other media."

The Debate Is Over: Pat McAfee, Not Stephen A. Smith Is the Face of ESPN

"For now, the man who once looked like the biggest risk ESPN ever took may actually be the network’s best example of how to maximize the relationship without walking away from the brand that helped build it."

20 Brands in 20 Days: Chris Eagan, 101.9 WTMX Chicago & KS95 in Minneapolis

"It would be so easy in my chair to say, well, then we're just doing the same thing on both because I can save myself, you know, five extra meetings a week if both stations are virtually duplicate. But we don't do that here. "

Why Abby Phillip’s Contract Extension Could Put CNN, Paramount Skydance on Collision Course

Nobody wants an outside ownership group walking into their newsroom and announcing that everything's been done wrong. That conversation never goes well, no matter who's delivering it or how it's framed.

Inside DAZN’s Push Into the U.S. Sports Media Rights Race

"The hope is this year we prove ourselves to some degree to certain teams and leagues to show what we can do."

Red Hotline Globe: Why Authentic Air Talent Matters

"Build your personal footprint across social media and local events. Doing so ensures your connection with the audience belongs to you."

Top Stories

iHeartMedia’s SportsTalk 790 Announces Lineup Swap Beginning Monday

"Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal move from middays into mornings, hosting Matt & Ross In The Morning from 6 to 10 a.m. starting Monday. Dan Matthews shifts the other direction, taking over middays."

WaterStone Acquisition of Salem Media Complete, Now Officially Private

“When Stuart Epperson and I founded Salem more than 50 years ago, we could not have imagined the reach and impact it would have today."

San Francisco Giants Approve KNBR Beer Special Idea To Kick off Fan Appreciation Weekend

"What we're looking for is maybe a just a reasonable, harmonious gesture in a tough season. I think you guys have done that once again. I'm going to applaud this."

ESPN Reportedly Close To Separate Monday Night Football Alt-Cast Featuring Pat McAfee

"If approved, McAfee's team would likely cover games on ESPN2 during weeks the Manning brothers' alt-cast isn't airing."

ESPN Debuting MLB Little League Classic Alt-Cast This Weekend

"Guests include Andrew McCutchen, Jason Marquis, Lance Lynn and Ray Ferraro."

Sports Radio’s Past & Present Celebrate National Radio Day

"Many sports media personalities of the past and present shared their celebration of National Radio Day on social media."

NFL Executive: New Nielsen Measurement Changes “Raise More Questions”

"The results we've seen so far are really negative for us, and for sports overall."

WTOP’s Joel Oxley to Receive 2026 NAB National Radio Award

"His integrity, vision and dedication have left an enduring mark on our industry, making him a most deserving recipient of this year’s National Radio Award.”

Fox News Host Lawrence Jones Gives Health Update Following 2nd Eye Surgery

"Regrettably, I’ve sustained another retina detachment, which is common after the initial tear."

Indiana Pacers Sign Exclusive DAZN Streaming Deal

"This partnership makes Pacers basketball more accessible than ever."
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iHeartMedia’s SportsTalk 790 Announces Lineup Swap Beginning Monday

"Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal move from middays into mornings, hosting Matt & Ross In The Morning from 6 to 10 a.m. starting Monday. Dan Matthews shifts the other direction, taking over middays."

San Francisco Giants Approve KNBR Beer Special Idea To Kick off Fan Appreciation Weekend

"What we're looking for is maybe a just a reasonable, harmonious gesture in a tough season. I think you guys have done that once again. I'm going to applaud this."

ESPN Reportedly Close To Separate Monday Night Football Alt-Cast Featuring Pat McAfee

"If approved, McAfee's team would likely cover games on ESPN2 during weeks the Manning brothers' alt-cast isn't airing."

ESPN Debuting MLB Little League Classic Alt-Cast This Weekend

"Guests include Andrew McCutchen, Jason Marquis, Lance Lynn and Ray Ferraro."

Sports Radio’s Past & Present Celebrate National Radio Day

"Many sports media personalities of the past and present shared their celebration of National Radio Day on social media."

NFL Executive: New Nielsen Measurement Changes “Raise More Questions”

"The results we've seen so far are really negative for us, and for sports overall."

Indiana Pacers Sign Exclusive DAZN Streaming Deal

"This partnership makes Pacers basketball more accessible than ever."

Denver Nuggets Announce New Television Broadcast Team

"Reed arrives after five years calling college hoops for ESPN, NBC/Peacock and FOX Sports. Meanwhile, Winge, with Altitude since 2018, steps into the lead analyst chair as the third full-time female analyst on an NBA regional network."

News

Fox News Host Lawrence Jones Gives Health Update Following 2nd Eye Surgery

"Regrettably, I’ve sustained another retina detachment, which is common after the initial tear."

KSEV Pairing Craig Collins, Wayne Dolcefino in Morning Drive

Collins will move from evenings to morning drive and host the program solo three days each week.

Why The Morning Meeting’s Kevin Walling Likes Setting the Stage on 2WAY

"The uniqueness of that was super appealing to me, as opposed to just a regular news program where you're just talking at viewers. I think where media is headed, too, in terms of the future."

MS NOW Launches New Direct-to-Consumer ‘Membership’ Product

"Our mission has always been to inform, engage and empower our audience. Our Membership is the first step in a long-term strategy to deepen our relationship with audiences..."

MeidasTouch Network Strikes Deal with Audacy for Sales, Distribution

"Our partnership with Audacy significantly expands our podcast capabilities while strengthening our advertising operation as we continue growing the MeidasTouch Network."

Salem Media Announces Documentary Featuring Final Charlie Kirk Interview

The documentary will premiere September 10, marking one year since Kirk was killed.

Fox News Digital Leads July in Multiplatform Views and Minutes

July marked the 65th straight month Fox News finished first in multiplatform minutes.

New Dan Bongino Radio Show Featuring Podcast ‘And Other Unique Content’

"The Dan Bongino podcast and some other content from me will be moving on to radio now."

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Music

Emerging Artists Get Festival Shot via TikTok Music Competition

"I'm excited to help spotlight an artist for this rare chance,"

Tanner Laura Casey Show Expands to Five Major Markets

"The show's success in Portland clearly warrants this network expansion strategy."

Alyssa DiTomasso Leaves WNGC Morning Show

"WNGC's morning show loses an established on-air talent mid-year."

JR Ammons Takes Regional Control of WSTR Atlanta

"This represents substantial programming transition within a short timeframe."

Tyler Connolly Weighs In on Theory of a Deadman’s New Music

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Michelle McCormick Exits WLAV Grand Rapids After Layoffs

"About two weeks ago our company had to make some changes and they had to eliminate some jobs. Mine was one of them that was eliminated. I'm going to be here for two more weeks."

Bobby Bones to Host the 2026 Radio Hall of Fame Ceremony

"Bobby Bones is one of radio's most dynamic personalities, and we're thrilled to have both his love of radio and passion for our industry on full display as this year's Master of Ceremonies."

Richard Rudel Joins WTMD as New Afternoon Host

"Rudel's international production background offers potential content enhancement for the station's afternoon block."
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WaterStone Acquisition of Salem Media Complete, Now Officially Private

“When Stuart Epperson and I founded Salem more than 50 years ago, we could not have imagined the reach and impact it would have today."

WTOP’s Joel Oxley to Receive 2026 NAB National Radio Award

"His integrity, vision and dedication have left an enduring mark on our industry, making him a most deserving recipient of this year’s National Radio Award.”

AI Agents Now Execute Audio Buys. Here’s Why It Matters.

"We're constantly exploring new opportunities for brands to connect with audiences at scale and pioneering new ways to modernize audio advertising, making it more accessible, efficient and effective,"

Nielsen Making Co-Viewing Official Part Of Updated Measurement Ahead Of NFL Season

"We are relentless in our pursuit of delivering the most accurate measurement possible for our media and advertising clients."

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