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What Leaving Radio Taught Me About Staying in the Business

"Outside the building, I kept translating everything back into it.."

How Phil Mackey Took SKOR North From Whiteboard to Marconi

"The fact that a small number of people can be so mighty across all these platforms is a testament to how awesome our staff is."

Rock 105.3’s Eddie Pappani on Life After the Second Mic

"I've never been the host. I've always been the second mic. But I kind of knew I could do it. I just never got the opportunity to do it."

Why Local News/Talk Radio Hosts With Big Egos Risk Unemployment

"News/talk stations are largely syndicated, and the local shows, which used to feature a host, producer, and board operator/phone screener, are largely a thing of the past. What does this mean? If you are a local host on a radio station, having a large ego is an invitation to unemployment."
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Sports

Jim Nantz Trusts Feedback From Inner Circle Regarding Performance Alongside JJ Watt

"I'm not seeing the social media side of it, but the people I trust in the business are raving about how the chemistry is coming together and getting better every week."

Audacy Names Zach Gelb New Brand Manager Of 104.3 WQAM

"I’m honored and elated for the opportunity to help lead WQAM, a legendary sports station that I have great respect for and have been listening to for years."

UFC Signs Play By Play Voice Jon Anik To Multi-Year Extension

"I am beyond grateful for these last 15 years with the UFC."

Dan Patrick Will Postpone Retirement by One Year if ‘The Dan Patrick Show’ Wins 2027 Sports Emmy

"If we win the sports Emmy, I'll stay another year. I would add another year to my contract."

Audacy Announces New Podcast Featuring WFAN Host Tiki Barber, Traci Johnson

"Working with Audacy, we wanted to create a show that pulls back the curtain on competitive cheer and youth sports, celebrates the incredible athletes and families behind it."

Dan Hicks, Longtime NBC Sports Announcer, Dies at 64

"Far beyond his on-air excellence, Dan was a better person who welcomed teammates with a smile, a joke, or a word of encouragement, sometimes all in the same sentence."

Adam Schefter: Dianna Russini’s Return Won’t Change My Reporting Approach

"I've got enough to worry about with my own problems and issues. I don't need to worry about somebody else."

Shannon Sharpe Partners With DAZN in Major Boxing Content Deal

"Nightcap and Club Shay Shay were purposefully built at the intersection of sports and culture. This partnership brings those worlds together in a powerful way.”

News

CNN Expanding Thanksgiving in America Programming

CNN will feature musical performances from OneRepublic, Mitski, Bleachers, Brad Paisley, Little Big Town, The Wiggles and Kenny G.

Chad Prather Signs With Helios Media for Two Daily Podcasts

"Helios Media's track record in distribution, audience development and sales makes them the right team to bring Before the Noise and Noise Breaks to a lot more people."

Mark Levin Claims He Was Targeted by Iranian Cyber Attack

"My brilliant staff is working around it. And this 'boomer' will not be intimidated or silenced..."

CBS News Faces Major Face the Nation Leadership Shakeup

Mary Hager will retire in January, while executive producer Anne Hsu is moving to another role.

Joe Pags Show Signs Multi-Year Extension With Compass Media Networks

"The great folks at Compass Media Networks have become family and have shown incredible faith in what I do."

SuperTalk 99.7 WTN Parts Ways With Brian Wilson

"I have been notified that, effective 11/15, I will no longer be associated with SuperTalk 997 WTN. My last appearance was this morning with Dan Mandis."

Vox Media Takes Over Advertising Sales for The Bulwark

“I’ve greatly admired what The Bulwark has built, and couldn’t be happier to team up with them to accelerate growth."

Candace Owens Faces New Defamation Lawsuit From Emmanuel Macron

“Mrs. Owens was adamant that Tennessee is where this case belongs because it’s where she lives. With this filing, we are giving her exactly what she has repeatedly demanded."
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Music

Connoisseur Media Flips Jackson News-Talk Station to Hot AC Jackie 96.9

"We’re excited to introduce a fresh sound to the market that combines today’s most popular music with engaging personalities and a positive, upbeat listening experience."

Longtime Hampton Roads Radio Personality Dick Lamb Passes Away at 88

His legacy lives on through the many broadcasters he mentored, the colleagues he inspired, and the countless listeners whose lives he touched.

Garth Brooks Buys Nashville Radio Station Lightning 100

"I owe this city. I owe country music."

B-Dub Radio Reaches 70 Weekday Affiliates

"I’m grateful to every programmer and station partner who’s believed in what we’re building. I’m proud of how far we’ve come, and even more excited about where we’re headed."

Cumulus Media’s Z93 Raises $127,950 for the American Cancer Society in Annual Men Wear Pink Campaign

"I am so proud of this fundraising accomplishment and I'm already looking forward to Men Wear Pink 2027!"

Bobby Bones to Host Inaugural Veterans Day Classic at Daytona International Speedway

The respect I have for our veterans and what they and their families have sacrificed for this country is something I can't put into words. This day is about them.

Veterans Day Resources Radio Stations Can Use Before Wednesday

"Veterans Day should mean more than just another date on the promotional calendar. It gives us a chance to tell the stories of and make connections with the people living in our listening areas."

Fat Joe Brings Hip-Hop Heavyweights to NPR Tiny Desk Concert

"The Bronx rapper delivered an energetic performance featuring several longtime collaborators and music from his latest album."

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Business

Saga Communications Reports 5.7% Revenue Decline During 2026’s 3rd Quarter

The company also recorded higher station operating expenses compared to the same period last year.

Quu Sues Broadcast Electronics Over Alleged Patent Infringement

"We have a legal and ethical duty to defend our IP for the protection of our clients, employees, and shareholders.”

Cumulus Media Begins Another Round of Layoffs Following Bankruptcy Restructuring

"The reductions follow the company's emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in October."

City Cast Names Andi McDaniel New CEO After David Plotz Exits

"Andi has been central to that work from the beginning, and she's exactly the visionary leader City Cast needs for what comes next."

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