Sports Radio

Toby Rowland: ‘T-Row in the Morning’ Show Ending After 21 Years

"I have burned the candle at both ends before. I just can’t do that and don’t want to do that again."

Matt Jones Signs New Five-Year Deal with iHeartMedia Kentucky

"This renewal underscores our commitment to delivering top-notch sports content and maintaining our position as the leading audio company in the region."

Audacy Names Emmanuel Berbari as Host of New York Yankees Postgame on WFAN

“Emmanuel has been a terrific contributor to our team coverage over the last few seasons"

93.5/107.5 The Fan Adds Jeff Rickard, James Boyd to ‘The Fan Morning Show’

"The new morning show launched today live from the NFL Combine"

Peter Rosenberg: Stephen A. Smith is ‘Always on My TV’

"Everybody can be great on that show, but Stephen A.’s the bread and butter of First Take, the star of that show"

Sports Columns

Sports Radio’s Mistake From the User Generated Content Boom

“When everything’s a math problem, creativity and quality don’t matter. If creativity and quality don’t matter, then why employ anyone at all?”

Does Anyone Want to Own a Radio Station?

In April of 2012, ESPN began leasing an FM...

PBR Professional Bull Riding the ‘Perfect Remedy’ Following the Super Bowl

"The 2024 season averaged 1.4 million unique U.S. viewers per 2024 telecast, up from 1.1 million in 2022"

Finding a First is Crucial for Talent Before Its Your Last

"I’ve been in your shoes, and I’ve walked a mile if not an entire marathon or two in them."

SNL50 Presented The Best Way To Celebrate Your Brand

“Saturday Night Live celebrated itself and its influence by reminding its biggest fans what it does best and by showing everyone what they fell in love with in the first place.”

Sports Television

Sarah Tourville to Lead FanDuel Sports Network Kansas City, Indiana, Midwest, SoCal, and West

"I know the company is committed to innovating and enhancing team partner relationships across the portfolio"

Ashley Nicole Moss is a ‘Triple Threat’ on CBS Sports HQ

"I’m somebody who is overly ambitious and overly hungry, and once I complete one thing, I’m already thinking about the next thing."

ESPN ‘NBA Saturday Primetime’ on ABC Averages 2.87 Million Viewers for Lakers-Nuggets

This matchup, which featured superstars LeBron James, Nikola Jokić and Luka Dončić, peaked with 3.35 million viewers at 10:45 p.m. EST.

‘MLB on FOX’ Announces Plans For 2025 Regular-Season Schedule

"The 'Baseball Night in America' franchise will return starting on Saturday, May 3 and will feature various showdowns throughout the year."

College Football Playoff Drove ESPN Viewership in Latest Nielsen Findings

"This marks the highest monthly share for any traditional media company since the report was first established in November 2023"

News Radio

Former Talk Radio 102.3 Host Brian Joyce: Cumulus Media Fired Me for Comments About January 6th Rioters

"I don’t see the controversy in what I said, and I don’t see why some people found it offensive."

Dan Bongino: Westwood One Radio Show, Podcast ‘A Lot to Walk Away From’ to Join Donald Trump Administration at FBI

"My wife and I started doing this show. It started in a basement. We never expected it to become this massive..."

Federal Election Commission Rules Ted Cruz Podcast With iHeartMedia Breaks No Laws

A complaint had been lobbied that the audio giant had given nearly $1 million in contributions to the super PAC supporting Cruz.

The Todd Starnes Show Picks Up 3 New Affiliates in Missouri

Currently, the show from Starnes is heard on more than 150 stations nationwide.

77 WABC Adds Roger Stone to Daily Lineup With New Evening Show

“This is a wonderful opportunity to reach listeners across the country. When John proposed this idea, I knew I had to jump on it right away.”

News Columns

Throw Out the Radio Rules Already And Start Innovating

What do you have to lose? You're in an industry in what seems like a perpetual tailspin.

It’s Time for News/Talk Radio to Strike While the Iron’s Hot

Every show, every segment, and every piece of imaging can be viewed as an audition for a potential new listener.

Will the Success of ‘The Will Cain Show’ on Fox News Lead Cable News to Consider a YouTube-Like Approach to Shows?

Cain's show presents something different and unique to virtually everything else in cable news. Shouldn't other channels take notice?

Why News/Talk Radio Hosts and Stations Need to Dive Head First Into Winning Topic A

If you are discussing the education subcommittee vote while your community is receiving a foot of snow, you have failed.

Does The News Industry Think Anything Makes Being a Reporter in 2025 Enticing?

The glamour of the Woodward and Bernstein days (or the Walter Cronkite days, or the Ernie Pyle days) is long gone. If you’re just starting out, no, you don’t want to be a reporter.

News Television

Fox News Scores Nearly 2.5 Million Viewers for Debut of Weekend Show Hosted by Lara Trump

The show was the most-watched 9 PM ET Saturday hour since Donald Trump was shot in Butler, Pennsylvania last July.

Rachel Maddow: MSNBC Firing Joy Reid ‘A Bad Mistake’

"It is not my call and I understand that. But that’s what I think."

News Media Reacts to Lester Holt Departing NBC Nightly News

Many news media members took to social media to share their thoughts on the departure. Some ranged from tributes to the longtime anchor, while others questioned the lack of reaction at all.

Joy Reid: ‘I’ve Been Through Every Emotion’ Since Learning of MSNBC Exit

"From anger, rage, disappointment, hurt. Feeling that guil that I let my team lose their jobs."

Lester Holt to Exit NBC Nightly News Anchor Chair Later This Year

Holt will continue to work at NBC News as host of the popular Dateline series.

Music News

Beasley Media Group Names Sarah Weaver OM In Fayetteville AK

Weaver will maintain her position as Program Director at 95.7 WKML-FM and co-host of Big Wake-UP with Don Chase & Sarah.

Jennifer ‘Hemmy’ Hemmer To Join 947 KTTS Springfield, MO

Hemmy, who was downsized in iHeartMedia firings in August of last year, was previously PD and afternoon host at 100.5 The Wolf Springfield.

‘Supa Dave’ Fragale Joins Classic Hits 98.9 WMMO Orlando

Fragale, a market veteran, spent 16 years across town at Active Rocker WJRR and O-Rock 105.9.

CRB Executive Director RJ Curtis Reflects On CRS 2025

“My takeaways are that while there are a lot of platforms that people use to access Country music, radio is still in the game. We still have a major seat at the table."

Jaybeau Jones Joins 94.7 WLS-FM Chicago For Evenings

It’s a return to Chicago for Jaybeau who previously programmed Jammin Oldies WUBT and Top 40 103.5 Kiss FM WKSC.

Music Columns

Throw Out the Radio Rules Already And Start Innovating

What do you have to lose? You're in an industry in what seems like a perpetual tailspin.

It’s Time for News/Talk Radio to Strike While the Iron’s Hot

Every show, every segment, and every piece of imaging can be viewed as an audition for a potential new listener.

Will the Success of ‘The Will Cain Show’ on Fox News Lead Cable News to Consider a YouTube-Like Approach to Shows?

Cain's show presents something different and unique to virtually everything else in cable news. Shouldn't other channels take notice?

Why News/Talk Radio Hosts and Stations Need to Dive Head First Into Winning Topic A

If you are discussing the education subcommittee vote while your community is receiving a foot of snow, you have failed.

Does The News Industry Think Anything Makes Being a Reporter in 2025 Enticing?

The glamour of the Woodward and Bernstein days (or the Walter Cronkite days, or the Ernie Pyle days) is long gone. If you’re just starting out, no, you don’t want to be a reporter.

Podcasting

Charlamagne The God and iHeartMedia Announce 2025 Black Effect Podcast Festival

Hosted by Mandii B and WeezyWTF, hosts of The Black Effect Podcast Network’s “Decisions, Decisions.”

CNN Launches Chance Encounters Podcast Hosted by Francesca Street

CNN, under the direction of CEO Mark Thompson, has made digital media efforts a priority, including the podcasting space.

The Volume Adds ‘New Rory & Mal’ Podcast in First Entertainment Show on Colin Cowherd-Founded Network

“The Volume has built a community of creators and personalities that align with the New Rory & Mal brand."

Audacy EVP of Podcasts Jenna Weiss-Berman Departs to Join Amy Poehler-Led Company

Weiss-Berman is the latest executive to depart Audacy since the company emerged from its pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.

Former Barstool Sports CEO Erika Ayers Badan Launches Podcast with Lemonada Media

Lemonada Media will handle both distribution and ad sales for the new venture.

Sports Radio

Toby Rowland: ‘T-Row in the Morning’ Show Ending After 21 Years

"I have burned the candle at both ends before. I just can’t do that and don’t want to do that again."

Matt Jones Signs New Five-Year Deal with iHeartMedia Kentucky

"This renewal underscores our commitment to delivering top-notch sports content and maintaining our position as the leading audio company in the region."

Audacy Names Emmanuel Berbari as Host of New York Yankees Postgame on WFAN

“Emmanuel has been a terrific contributor to our team coverage over the last few seasons"

93.5/107.5 The Fan Adds Jeff Rickard, James Boyd to ‘The Fan Morning Show’

"The new morning show launched today live from the NFL Combine"

Peter Rosenberg: Stephen A. Smith is ‘Always on My TV’

"Everybody can be great on that show, but Stephen A.’s the bread and butter of First Take, the star of that show"

Sports Columns

Sports Radio’s Mistake From the User Generated Content Boom

“When everything’s a math problem, creativity and quality don’t matter. If creativity and quality don’t matter, then why employ anyone at all?”

Does Anyone Want to Own a Radio Station?

In April of 2012, ESPN began leasing an FM...

PBR Professional Bull Riding the ‘Perfect Remedy’ Following the Super Bowl

"The 2024 season averaged 1.4 million unique U.S. viewers per 2024 telecast, up from 1.1 million in 2022"

Finding a First is Crucial for Talent Before Its Your Last

"I’ve been in your shoes, and I’ve walked a mile if not an entire marathon or two in them."

SNL50 Presented The Best Way To Celebrate Your Brand

“Saturday Night Live celebrated itself and its influence by reminding its biggest fans what it does best and by showing everyone what they fell in love with in the first place.”

Sports Television

Sarah Tourville to Lead FanDuel Sports Network Kansas City, Indiana, Midwest, SoCal, and West

"I know the company is committed to innovating and enhancing team partner relationships across the portfolio"

Ashley Nicole Moss is a ‘Triple Threat’ on CBS Sports HQ

"I’m somebody who is overly ambitious and overly hungry, and once I complete one thing, I’m already thinking about the next thing."

ESPN ‘NBA Saturday Primetime’ on ABC Averages 2.87 Million Viewers for Lakers-Nuggets

This matchup, which featured superstars LeBron James, Nikola Jokić and Luka Dončić, peaked with 3.35 million viewers at 10:45 p.m. EST.

‘MLB on FOX’ Announces Plans For 2025 Regular-Season Schedule

"The 'Baseball Night in America' franchise will return starting on Saturday, May 3 and will feature various showdowns throughout the year."

College Football Playoff Drove ESPN Viewership in Latest Nielsen Findings

"This marks the highest monthly share for any traditional media company since the report was first established in November 2023"

News Radio

Former Talk Radio 102.3 Host Brian Joyce: Cumulus Media Fired Me for Comments About January 6th Rioters

"I don’t see the controversy in what I said, and I don’t see why some people found it offensive."

Dan Bongino: Westwood One Radio Show, Podcast ‘A Lot to Walk Away From’ to Join Donald Trump Administration at FBI

"My wife and I started doing this show. It started in a basement. We never expected it to become this massive..."

Federal Election Commission Rules Ted Cruz Podcast With iHeartMedia Breaks No Laws

A complaint had been lobbied that the audio giant had given nearly $1 million in contributions to the super PAC supporting Cruz.

The Todd Starnes Show Picks Up 3 New Affiliates in Missouri

Currently, the show from Starnes is heard on more than 150 stations nationwide.

77 WABC Adds Roger Stone to Daily Lineup With New Evening Show

“This is a wonderful opportunity to reach listeners across the country. When John proposed this idea, I knew I had to jump on it right away.”

News Columns

Throw Out the Radio Rules Already And Start Innovating

What do you have to lose? You're in an industry in what seems like a perpetual tailspin.

It’s Time for News/Talk Radio to Strike While the Iron’s Hot

Every show, every segment, and every piece of imaging can be viewed as an audition for a potential new listener.

Will the Success of ‘The Will Cain Show’ on Fox News Lead Cable News to Consider a YouTube-Like Approach to Shows?

Cain's show presents something different and unique to virtually everything else in cable news. Shouldn't other channels take notice?

Why News/Talk Radio Hosts and Stations Need to Dive Head First Into Winning Topic A

If you are discussing the education subcommittee vote while your community is receiving a foot of snow, you have failed.

Does The News Industry Think Anything Makes Being a Reporter in 2025 Enticing?

The glamour of the Woodward and Bernstein days (or the Walter Cronkite days, or the Ernie Pyle days) is long gone. If you’re just starting out, no, you don’t want to be a reporter.

News Television

Fox News Scores Nearly 2.5 Million Viewers for Debut of Weekend Show Hosted by Lara Trump

The show was the most-watched 9 PM ET Saturday hour since Donald Trump was shot in Butler, Pennsylvania last July.

Rachel Maddow: MSNBC Firing Joy Reid ‘A Bad Mistake’

"It is not my call and I understand that. But that’s what I think."

News Media Reacts to Lester Holt Departing NBC Nightly News

Many news media members took to social media to share their thoughts on the departure. Some ranged from tributes to the longtime anchor, while others questioned the lack of reaction at all.

Joy Reid: ‘I’ve Been Through Every Emotion’ Since Learning of MSNBC Exit

"From anger, rage, disappointment, hurt. Feeling that guil that I let my team lose their jobs."

Lester Holt to Exit NBC Nightly News Anchor Chair Later This Year

Holt will continue to work at NBC News as host of the popular Dateline series.

Music News

Beasley Media Group Names Sarah Weaver OM In Fayetteville AK

Weaver will maintain her position as Program Director at 95.7 WKML-FM and co-host of Big Wake-UP with Don Chase & Sarah.

Jennifer ‘Hemmy’ Hemmer To Join 947 KTTS Springfield, MO

Hemmy, who was downsized in iHeartMedia firings in August of last year, was previously PD and afternoon host at 100.5 The Wolf Springfield.

‘Supa Dave’ Fragale Joins Classic Hits 98.9 WMMO Orlando

Fragale, a market veteran, spent 16 years across town at Active Rocker WJRR and O-Rock 105.9.

CRB Executive Director RJ Curtis Reflects On CRS 2025

“My takeaways are that while there are a lot of platforms that people use to access Country music, radio is still in the game. We still have a major seat at the table."

Jaybeau Jones Joins 94.7 WLS-FM Chicago For Evenings

It’s a return to Chicago for Jaybeau who previously programmed Jammin Oldies WUBT and Top 40 103.5 Kiss FM WKSC.

Music Columns

Throw Out the Radio Rules Already And Start Innovating

What do you have to lose? You're in an industry in what seems like a perpetual tailspin.

It’s Time for News/Talk Radio to Strike While the Iron’s Hot

Every show, every segment, and every piece of imaging can be viewed as an audition for a potential new listener.

Will the Success of ‘The Will Cain Show’ on Fox News Lead Cable News to Consider a YouTube-Like Approach to Shows?

Cain's show presents something different and unique to virtually everything else in cable news. Shouldn't other channels take notice?

Why News/Talk Radio Hosts and Stations Need to Dive Head First Into Winning Topic A

If you are discussing the education subcommittee vote while your community is receiving a foot of snow, you have failed.

Does The News Industry Think Anything Makes Being a Reporter in 2025 Enticing?

The glamour of the Woodward and Bernstein days (or the Walter Cronkite days, or the Ernie Pyle days) is long gone. If you’re just starting out, no, you don’t want to be a reporter.

Podcasting

Charlamagne The God and iHeartMedia Announce 2025 Black Effect Podcast Festival

Hosted by Mandii B and WeezyWTF, hosts of The Black Effect Podcast Network’s “Decisions, Decisions.”

CNN Launches Chance Encounters Podcast Hosted by Francesca Street

CNN, under the direction of CEO Mark Thompson, has made digital media efforts a priority, including the podcasting space.

The Volume Adds ‘New Rory & Mal’ Podcast in First Entertainment Show on Colin Cowherd-Founded Network

“The Volume has built a community of creators and personalities that align with the New Rory & Mal brand."

Audacy EVP of Podcasts Jenna Weiss-Berman Departs to Join Amy Poehler-Led Company

Weiss-Berman is the latest executive to depart Audacy since the company emerged from its pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.

Former Barstool Sports CEO Erika Ayers Badan Launches Podcast with Lemonada Media

Lemonada Media will handle both distribution and ad sales for the new venture.

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ESPN 1000 Restructuring Midday Lineup

ESPN 1000 is making a minor change to its weekday lineup that it hopes will provide big dividends. According to a report from Robert Feder, the Chicago sports radio station is reorganizing its midday lineup by having “Carmen and Jurko” and “Kap and Company” trade places.

As part of the changes which will go into effect on April 3rd, Carmen DeFalco and John “Jurko” Jurkovic will host weekdays Noon to 2pm CT. Kaplan will start earlier, hosting weekdays 9a-Noon CT. One additional benefit for Carmen and Jurko is that they’ll have an opportunity to stay on the air for an extra half hour as part of a cross-talk segment with afternoon hosts Marc “Silvy” Silverman and Tom Waddle.

According to Feder, one key factor for the switch is Kaplan’s other job as host of the Chicago Cubs pre-game and post-game shows on CSN Chicago. With Kaplan involved on television, and the Cubs playing a large number of afternoon games, it can create situations where Kaplan is forced to leave his show early or miss it completely. By making the move to an earlier start time, it will make Kaplan more available to do both with minimal interference.

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Since ESPN 1000 added Kaplan to its lineup, he has proven to be a huge addition. He’s enjoyed consistent ratings success including producing the second most listened to AM radio talk show for the first two months of 2017. The only talk show in the market with stronger ratings among Adults 25-54 and Men 25-54 is ESPN 1000’s afternoon program “Waddle & Silvy”.

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Jason Barrett
Jason Barretthttps://barrettmedia.com
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.

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