When Bill Simmons appeared on Mike Francesa’s show on WFAN last October, sports radio fans learned that the two high profile media stars discussed teaming up when Chris “Mad Dog” Russo left The Fan in 2008. But the idea seemed fictional given each of their positions in the industry.
The thought generated some mainstream buzz, and now it’s been confirmed by Simmons that he and Francesa will join forces for the first time ever and host one show together on WFAN next month. Bill revealed the news earlier today on Twitter.
With Francesa claiming he’s done at WFAN after 2017, and Simmons building his own media empire, is a future marriage in the works? Does Simmons’ media group have enough resources and influence to reunite Francesa and Russo?
If there’s anything we’ve learned over the years about these two personalities, they keep things interesting. Next month’s show should only add more fuel to the fire.
Jason Barrett is the President and Founder of Barrett Media since the company was created in September 2015. Prior to its arrival, JB served as a sports radio programmer, launching brands such as 95.7 The Game in San Francisco, and 101 ESPN in St. Louis. He also spent time programming SportsTalk 950 in Philadelphia, 590 The Fan KFNS in St. Louis, and ESPN 1340/1390 in Poughkeepsie, NY. Jason also worked on-air and behind the scenes in local radio at 101.5 WPDH, WTBQ 1110AM, and WPYX 106.5. He also spent two years on the national stage, producing radio shows for ESPN Radio in Bristol, CT. Among them included the Dan Patrick Show, and GameNight.
You can find JB on Twitter @SportsRadioPD. He’s also reachable by email at Jason@BarrettMedia.com.
