Westwood One continues to strengthen its digital offerings from the squared circle. The nation’s largest U.S. audio network has come to terms with legendary WWE Hall of Famer, announcer, and talent executive Jim Ross to move his popular podcast to the Westwood One Podcast Network. The weekly podcast will officially debut in early April with a new name: The Jim Ross Report.
The Jim Ross Report will offer listeners unique and educated opinions on the ever-growing sports entertainment business. His addition to Westwood’s digital roster couldn’t come at a better time. WWE is set to kick off its biggest show of the year WrestleMania on Sunday April 8th.
“This proud partnership is an impressive match between two legendary brands- Jim Ross and Westwood One,” said Suzanne Grimes, EVP Marketing, Cumulus Media and President, Westwood One. “Jim always brings it, which is why he has such a passionate fan base and massive social media following. We can’t wait to share the first episode of The Jim Ross Report with his highly-engaged audience.”
“‘Business Has Picked Up’ in the land of podcasting as the new The Jim Ross Report debuts to the world on Westwood One in early April. Asses will be verbally kicked and names will be taken. You’ve been warned,” added Ross.
Westwood One will supply ad sales representation and promotion for the show as part of the new partnership.
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.
