Sports Radio

NASCAR Racing Network Forms From Partnership with MRN, PRN

“Working side by side, MRN and PRN have built one of the largest radio networks in sports,”

iHeartMedia, San Diego FC Announce Radio Broadcast Partnership

“We are thrilled to welcome iHeartMedia and Grupo PSN as our official radio broadcast partners,”

Ken LaVicka to Call Inter Miami CF Radio Games on ESPN West Palm

"The standing that they’re in with the Messi brand – the fact that they are chasing a championship this season. It’s just a great opportunity all around for me.”

Sean Pendergast: Lack of Baseball Coverage on ESPN Outside of Game Broadcasts is ‘100% True’

"If you watch shows like 'First Take' and 'Get Up,' there’s no baseball coverage on there."

Tom Tolbert “Knew Something Was Going On” Day Of KNBR Cuts

“I went, ‘We’re probably screwed.’ And, oh God, he’s wearing a collared shirt too? Oh man, we’re toast.”

Sports Columns

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.”

If You Cannot Sell Yourself, You Should Not Be in the Sports Content Business

If anyone is going to work for me in any capacity, I need to be sold they can sell.

Sports Television

US-Canada 4 Nations Face-Off Championship Game Averages Over 16 Million Viewers Across Both Countries: Report

Connor McDavid scored a game-winning goal in overtime, resulting in a 3-2 victory for Canada over the United States.

St. Louis Blues Airing Three Games on Free Television for First Time in 15 Years

“Broadcasting these Blues games is another great way for us to give local viewers what they want.”

Former NBA Guard Gilbert Arenas Confirms Meeting With NBC Sports

“It's a good crazy that people want me, and I'm very thankful for just the opportunities that I put myself back in position to be wanted,"

ESPN Signs Quentin Richardson as NBA Analyst

The addition of Richardson comes shortly before The Walt Disney Company commences a new 11-year media rights deal with the NBA.

MLB, ESPN Agree To End Current Broadcast Agreement Following 2025 Season

“We are grateful for our longstanding relationship with Major League Baseball and proud of how ESPN’s coverage super-serves fans,”

News Radio

Former ‘Opie & Anthony’ Host Anthony Cumia to Join 77 WABC

"Looking very forward to my triumphant return to broadcast radio in NYC. Thanks to everyone at WABC Radio."

John Catsimatidis: Curtis Sliwa, Frank Morano, Anthony Weiner ‘Crossed the Line’ on 77 WABC

"Everybody was running their mouths, trying to get away with as much as they can get away with."

Dennis Prager Receives ‘Encouraging’ Update on Health and Recovery After November Fall

"He has one goal: to get back to all of us and to talk to the world again."

Dan Bongino Stays Near Top of January Triton Digital Podcast Rankings as Shawn Ryan Climbs Into Top 5

The Dan Bongino Show only trailed NPR News Now and Up First from NPR in the Top Podcasts By Weekly Average Downloads category.

WBAP Adds The Joe Pags Show to Daily Lineup

Joe Pagliarulo steps into the timeslot previously occupied by Chris Krok.

News Columns

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.

Nielsen Well Intentioned For Changing Qualifying Time, But Still Missing the Mark By Wide Margin

It’s a step in the right direction, but it’s miles away from how major digital outlets are calculating their metrics.

News Television

Newsmax: ‘We Fear A Future Administration May Not Like Something’ We Report, That’s Why We Support Associated Press in Standoff With Donald Trump

“We can understand President Trump’s frustration because the media has often been unfair to him, but Newsmax still supports the AP’s right, as a private organization, to use the language it wants to use in its reporting.”

Sean Hannity Interview with Donald Trump, Elon Musk Earns More Than 5 Million Viewers for Fox News

The conversation marked the first time both Donald Trump and Elon Musk sat down for a televised interview.

CBS Evening News Switches Away From News Magazine Style Weeks Into New Format

The ratings have continued to slide in the weeks following the change from Norah O'Donnell to the new format.

Ratings Roundup: Meet the Press Earns NBC News Top Spot in Key Demo With Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Interview

In the total viewers sector, NBC News saw a 7% increase compared to the Sunday, February 9th edition of the long-running network news program.

Music News

CRS 2025: Day 3 Takeaways

The third and final day of CRS 2025 in...

Mix 104.1 Boston’s Steve Salhany Believes In ‘Real Local Radio’

“I've been doing this so long, and this is all about doing great local radio. I'm only as good as the people who work with me on each individual station."

‘The Country Top 40 with Fitz’ Marks Five Years With Fitz At The Mic

“It is an absolute dream every single weekend when I get to play the hits,” said Fitz. “When I walk into Bob’s studio, it feels like Christmas."

KRST Albuquerque Dedicates ‘The Juan Velasco Studio’

Earlier this week, co-workers, friends, and family gathered at the station to commemorate the studio's naming, “The Juan Velasco Studio.”

CRS 2025: Day 2 Takeaways

Day two of CRS 2025 in Nashville picks up...

Music Columns

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.

Nielsen Well Intentioned For Changing Qualifying Time, But Still Missing the Mark By Wide Margin

It’s a step in the right direction, but it’s miles away from how major digital outlets are calculating their metrics.

Podcasting

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.

Fox News Contributor Raymond Arroyo to Launch Show with iHeartPodcasts

Fox News contributor Raymond Arroyo has announced the launch...

Sports Radio

NASCAR Racing Network Forms From Partnership with MRN, PRN

“Working side by side, MRN and PRN have built one of the largest radio networks in sports,”

iHeartMedia, San Diego FC Announce Radio Broadcast Partnership

“We are thrilled to welcome iHeartMedia and Grupo PSN as our official radio broadcast partners,”

Ken LaVicka to Call Inter Miami CF Radio Games on ESPN West Palm

"The standing that they’re in with the Messi brand – the fact that they are chasing a championship this season. It’s just a great opportunity all around for me.”

Sean Pendergast: Lack of Baseball Coverage on ESPN Outside of Game Broadcasts is ‘100% True’

"If you watch shows like 'First Take' and 'Get Up,' there’s no baseball coverage on there."

Tom Tolbert “Knew Something Was Going On” Day Of KNBR Cuts

“I went, ‘We’re probably screwed.’ And, oh God, he’s wearing a collared shirt too? Oh man, we’re toast.”

Sports Columns

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.”

If You Cannot Sell Yourself, You Should Not Be in the Sports Content Business

If anyone is going to work for me in any capacity, I need to be sold they can sell.

Sports Television

US-Canada 4 Nations Face-Off Championship Game Averages Over 16 Million Viewers Across Both Countries: Report

Connor McDavid scored a game-winning goal in overtime, resulting in a 3-2 victory for Canada over the United States.

St. Louis Blues Airing Three Games on Free Television for First Time in 15 Years

“Broadcasting these Blues games is another great way for us to give local viewers what they want.”

Former NBA Guard Gilbert Arenas Confirms Meeting With NBC Sports

“It's a good crazy that people want me, and I'm very thankful for just the opportunities that I put myself back in position to be wanted,"

ESPN Signs Quentin Richardson as NBA Analyst

The addition of Richardson comes shortly before The Walt Disney Company commences a new 11-year media rights deal with the NBA.

MLB, ESPN Agree To End Current Broadcast Agreement Following 2025 Season

“We are grateful for our longstanding relationship with Major League Baseball and proud of how ESPN’s coverage super-serves fans,”

News Radio

Former ‘Opie & Anthony’ Host Anthony Cumia to Join 77 WABC

"Looking very forward to my triumphant return to broadcast radio in NYC. Thanks to everyone at WABC Radio."

John Catsimatidis: Curtis Sliwa, Frank Morano, Anthony Weiner ‘Crossed the Line’ on 77 WABC

"Everybody was running their mouths, trying to get away with as much as they can get away with."

Dennis Prager Receives ‘Encouraging’ Update on Health and Recovery After November Fall

"He has one goal: to get back to all of us and to talk to the world again."

Dan Bongino Stays Near Top of January Triton Digital Podcast Rankings as Shawn Ryan Climbs Into Top 5

The Dan Bongino Show only trailed NPR News Now and Up First from NPR in the Top Podcasts By Weekly Average Downloads category.

WBAP Adds The Joe Pags Show to Daily Lineup

Joe Pagliarulo steps into the timeslot previously occupied by Chris Krok.

News Columns

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.

Nielsen Well Intentioned For Changing Qualifying Time, But Still Missing the Mark By Wide Margin

It’s a step in the right direction, but it’s miles away from how major digital outlets are calculating their metrics.

News Television

Newsmax: ‘We Fear A Future Administration May Not Like Something’ We Report, That’s Why We Support Associated Press in Standoff With Donald Trump

“We can understand President Trump’s frustration because the media has often been unfair to him, but Newsmax still supports the AP’s right, as a private organization, to use the language it wants to use in its reporting.”

Sean Hannity Interview with Donald Trump, Elon Musk Earns More Than 5 Million Viewers for Fox News

The conversation marked the first time both Donald Trump and Elon Musk sat down for a televised interview.

CBS Evening News Switches Away From News Magazine Style Weeks Into New Format

The ratings have continued to slide in the weeks following the change from Norah O'Donnell to the new format.

Ratings Roundup: Meet the Press Earns NBC News Top Spot in Key Demo With Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Interview

In the total viewers sector, NBC News saw a 7% increase compared to the Sunday, February 9th edition of the long-running network news program.

Music News

CRS 2025: Day 3 Takeaways

The third and final day of CRS 2025 in...

Mix 104.1 Boston’s Steve Salhany Believes In ‘Real Local Radio’

“I've been doing this so long, and this is all about doing great local radio. I'm only as good as the people who work with me on each individual station."

‘The Country Top 40 with Fitz’ Marks Five Years With Fitz At The Mic

“It is an absolute dream every single weekend when I get to play the hits,” said Fitz. “When I walk into Bob’s studio, it feels like Christmas."

KRST Albuquerque Dedicates ‘The Juan Velasco Studio’

Earlier this week, co-workers, friends, and family gathered at the station to commemorate the studio's naming, “The Juan Velasco Studio.”

CRS 2025: Day 2 Takeaways

Day two of CRS 2025 in Nashville picks up...

Music Columns

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.

Nielsen Well Intentioned For Changing Qualifying Time, But Still Missing the Mark By Wide Margin

It’s a step in the right direction, but it’s miles away from how major digital outlets are calculating their metrics.

Podcasting

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.

Fox News Contributor Raymond Arroyo to Launch Show with iHeartPodcasts

Fox News contributor Raymond Arroyo has announced the launch...

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Under The Radar – July 30, 2018

With a mini-vacation on the horizon later this week, I didn’t expect to release a new UTR until next week. But given the slate of activity in sports media circles, a new installment needed to be produced.

From the department of regurgitated messaging, if you or your brand have news to share and would like to be included in a future edition of this column, please send your details via email to JBarrett@hvy.tcp.mybluehost.me.

Now on to the news.

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WINZ-940 in Miami has parted ways with afternoon host Andy Slater. The Miami sports media veteran has proven he has a nose for news, breaking numerous stories over the years in South Florida. Slater has declined comment on why he’s no longer with the station or what his future plans are, but with football season about to start, the timing of the move was surprising. No word yet on what WINZ’s permanent plans are for afternoons.

A little further north in the sunshine state, changes are being made to part of the Orlando Magic radio broadcast. Popular local host Scott Anez will no longer host pre-game, halftime or post-game shows due to the team’s games moving to 96.9 The Game. Brandon Kravitz takes over as the host of all three programs. Anez had been part of Magic broadcasts for 27 years.

Congratulations to Colin Cowherd and his team. The FOX Sports Radio host announced via social media that for the month of May and June, podcast listening reached its highest point at nearly ten million listens each month.

On the subject of podcasts, check out 670 The Score host Laurence Holmes‘ new episode with ESPN LA 710 Operations Manager Dan Zampillo. The former colleagues reflected on their time working together and shared some quality insights on the good, bad and ugly of working in the sports broadcasting business. You can hear the episode by clicking here.

Continuing with The Score, as was expected, Chicago Tribune sports columnist David Haugh has replaced Brian Hanley on the morning show with Mike Mulligan. The program is now referred to as Mully and Haugh.

Nick Wilson has signed off as the evening host at 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland. Wilson spent seven years with the radio station, working his way up the ladder. He’s landed a new opportunity which should be announced soon. No word yet on how PD Andy Roth will fill the evening slot but it should be an attractive opening internally and externally given how it’s advanced the careers of Wilson, and 92.3 The Fan’s morning host Ken Carman. To apply for the position visit our Jobs section by clicking here.

VSiN has added a new racing program to its weekday schedule. Gone Racing airs Thursday’s from 5p-6p ET and is hosted by Ron Flatter and Brendan Gaughan. You can hear the show on SiriusXM channel 204 or on VSiN.com. The company has also signed on 102.9/750 The Game in Portland as a carrier of its Action Updates.

A tip of the cap to one of the Bay Area’s best sports broadcasters Greg Papa. The weekday host on 95.7 The Game and former radio play by play voice of the Oakland Raiders has been chosen to enter the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame. Also gaining entry is longtime marketing director Jude Heller who was part of The Game’s initial launch in 2011. For more information click here.

Washington DC sports radio host Nick Ashooh is taking over as host of the Locked on Redskins podcast. The added responsibility doesn’t affect his role hosting evenings and weekends on 106.7 The Fan, or my TV and digital work with NBC Sports Washington. You can learn more about Nick by clicking here.

Manny Chang received some great news recently. The producer of Miami Hurricanes football and the Florida Panthers on WQAM in Miami was named the new producer for Miami Dolphins radio broadcasts.

After 10 years in St. Louis radio, Travis Green has decided its time for a new journey. Green has left his position as Bernie Miklasz’ and Michelle Smallmon‘s producer on 101 ESPN‘s morning show for an opportunity outside of the radio industry. During his career, Green also worked for KMOX and 1380 AM. Although he’s leaving the day to day grind of radio, Green says he will still contribute written articles and a podcast for the station on a part time basis.

In the television world, former ESPN sideline reporter Britt McHenry is officially joining FOX News as a full time contributor. McHenry began her transformation to delivering political commentary after being let go during ESPN’s last round of layoffs. In addition to appearing on FOX’s programs, McHenry also has a local show in Washington DC on Friday evenings.

The Dallas Stars have confirmed that Josh Bogorad will serve as the play by play announcer for the team’s television and radio broadcasts this season. Daryl Reaugh returns to his role as color analyst.

Continuing in Texas, the San Antonio Spurs have added Dan Weiss to their television broadcast. Weiss replaces Andrew Monaco as a studio co-host on the Spurs Live pregame and postgame shows on FOX Sports Southwest, KENS-TV (CBS 5) and KMYS-TV (CW35).

Atlanta sports radio host Matt Chernoff has confirmed he’s returning to FOX 5 for another football season. The afternoon host on 680 The Fan will contribute to FOX 5’s live pregame show on Thursday night’s and make post-game appearances on Sunday’s following Falcons afternoon games.

ESPN has made a few changes to its NFL Nation reporting assignments. Cameron Wolfe has left the Tennessee Titans beat to move to South Beach to cover the Miami Dolphins. Turron Davenport fills the void left behind by Wolfe covering the Titans in Nashville.

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Jason Barrett
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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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