Sports Radio

U.S. Soccer, Westwood One Agree to English-Language Audio Rights Deal

"We look forward to amplifying the excitement of U.S. Soccer across our network for many years to come."

Richmond’s ESPN 106.1 ‘Big Al’ Coleman to Retire on February 26

"I’ll be 70 in March. It’s time to let the young guys take over.”

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro to Join Pitt-Syracuse Basketball Broadcast on 93.7 The Fan

Gov. Shapiro will join longtime announcer Bill Hillgrove and analyst Curtis Aiken, who is in his 15th season as the radio analyst for Pitt men’s basketball

Jon Jansen: ‘Don’t Know’ if NFL Wants Sunday Afternoon Games on Netflix

"I don’t know that the NFL wants to go down that road of taking the most popular sport in America right now, the one that gets the most eyeballs, and taking it off of over-the-air broadcast"

Sports Columns

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.

‘The Madden Cruiser: A Bayou Adventure with Bill Belichick’ Was the Hidden Gem of Super Bowl Weekend

Honestly, this was one of the finest Super Bowl pregame offerings I have ever seen.

Super Bowl Week Showcased Sports Media’s Future Stars

“Super Bowl week gave all of those shows, their producers and their bosses a look at who may be ready to break out on television when their playing days are done.”

Sports Television

Don Orsillo Signs Long-Term Extension with San Diego Padres

"I would like to thank the Padres fans and the SD community for being so kind."

SNY Launches Direct-to-Consumer Service in Partnership with MLB

"We are thrilled to partner with Major League Baseball in making SNY more broadly available to sports fans in the tri-state area."

FOX Sports to air 2025 MLB Tokyo Series in March Between Dodgers and Cubs

Both telecasts will air live from the Tokyo Dome at 6 a.m. Eastern time in the United States

The CW Network Earns Record-Viewership For NASCAR Xfinity Series Opener

"Viewership peaked at 2.2 million during the 7:30 p.m. quarter-hour as the race reached its dramatic conclusion"

Reggie Miller Joining NBC Sports as Lead NBA Game Analyst

"Some of my most memorable moments have been on NBC and I’m looking forward to creating more."

News Radio

The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show Invited to Broadcast Show From Pentagon

Earlier this month, Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell hinted at an upcoming invite to the Premiere Networks hosts.

Dave Ramsey Sets Release Date for Latest Book on Entrepreneurship

In his latest book, Dave Ramsey will share his experience in building a business from what started as a one-man operation and now encompasses more than 1,000 employees.

Rush Limbaugh Remembered By News/Talk Radio Hosts 4 Years Since Passing

"There literally is not a day I don't sit down behind my microphone and think about him and the advice he's given me."

Former KMJ General Manager Al Smith Dies

"This is crushing news for all of us. Especially his beautiful family who he loved and cherished so deeply. The sadness is overwhelming.”

SuperTalk Mississippi Adds ‘Mornings with Richard Cross’ to Replace the Late Paul Gallo in Lineup

“It’s an honor to have the trust of this company and its audience to take on this role..."

News Columns

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.

FOX Sports Taught Every Radio Station A Lesson During Super Bowl LIX

If FOX didn't make everything for sale when the price tag was $8 million, your radio station doesn't have to, either.

Being a News/Talk Radio Star Comes With a Cost

Every radio personality has a deep-seated insecurity about their show and performance. This is very natural.

News Television

Fox News Anchor Dana Perino Sets Release Date For Upcoming Book With Stories From Jesse Watters, Bret Baier, and Martha MacCallum

The release will be the 14th book published by Fox News Books, the publishing imprint for Fox News Media.

Sean Hannity to Host First Joint Interview with Donald Trump and Elon Musk on Fox News

The conversation will mark the first-ever televised joint interview featuring Trump and Musk.

Major Garrett Named Anchor of ‘America Decides’ on CBS News 24/7

The news of Garrett taking over the daily political shows comes on the heels of the revelation that his long-running podcast -- The Takeout with Major Garrett -- was ending in its current form.

CNN Adds Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel as Senior Political and Global Affairs Commentator

Most recently, Rahm Emanuel worked as the United States Ambassador to Japan for the Biden administration.

Ratings Roundup: Will Cain More Than Doubles Key Demo Audience for Fox News With New Afternoon Show

Will Cain stepped into the timeslot previously occupied by Neal Cavuto, who departed the network late last year.

Music News

Guy Favazz Exits KSHE 95 St. Louis After 33 Years

Favazz’s wife wrote on Facebook, “After 33+ years on the radio, my partner in life is closing the door on a remarkable career at the world’s first FM Rock radio station, KSHE 95.”

Music Radio Remembers Andrew “Tiny” Aasen

Aasen is best known for his time on “The Marconi Show” in the 2000s.

Chris Crowley Exits iHeartmedia Charlotte and Raleigh

"Recently, Crowley served as PD of 106.5 The End and 99.7 The Fox in Charlotte."

KS95 Minneapolis PD Mat Mitchell Leads Hubbard’s Legacy Brand

"We're so focused on our day-to-day and what we do and trying to create a great product and maintain our connection with the community and what we do here to stop and come up for air and to see that acknowledgment. "

98.7 The Bull Names Jimmy Steal Co-Content Director

"I’m thrilled to have Jimmy Steal join forces with Tim Richards as Co-Content Directors of KUPL/98.7 The Bull in Portland."

Music Columns

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.

FOX Sports Taught Every Radio Station A Lesson During Super Bowl LIX

If FOX didn't make everything for sale when the price tag was $8 million, your radio station doesn't have to, either.

Being a News/Talk Radio Star Comes With a Cost

Every radio personality has a deep-seated insecurity about their show and performance. This is very natural.

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

U.S. Soccer, Westwood One Agree to English-Language Audio Rights Deal

"We look forward to amplifying the excitement of U.S. Soccer across our network for many years to come."

Richmond’s ESPN 106.1 ‘Big Al’ Coleman to Retire on February 26

"I’ll be 70 in March. It’s time to let the young guys take over.”

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro to Join Pitt-Syracuse Basketball Broadcast on 93.7 The Fan

Gov. Shapiro will join longtime announcer Bill Hillgrove and analyst Curtis Aiken, who is in his 15th season as the radio analyst for Pitt men’s basketball

Jon Jansen: ‘Don’t Know’ if NFL Wants Sunday Afternoon Games on Netflix

"I don’t know that the NFL wants to go down that road of taking the most popular sport in America right now, the one that gets the most eyeballs, and taking it off of over-the-air broadcast"

Sports Columns

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.

‘The Madden Cruiser: A Bayou Adventure with Bill Belichick’ Was the Hidden Gem of Super Bowl Weekend

Honestly, this was one of the finest Super Bowl pregame offerings I have ever seen.

Super Bowl Week Showcased Sports Media’s Future Stars

“Super Bowl week gave all of those shows, their producers and their bosses a look at who may be ready to break out on television when their playing days are done.”

Sports Television

Don Orsillo Signs Long-Term Extension with San Diego Padres

"I would like to thank the Padres fans and the SD community for being so kind."

SNY Launches Direct-to-Consumer Service in Partnership with MLB

"We are thrilled to partner with Major League Baseball in making SNY more broadly available to sports fans in the tri-state area."

FOX Sports to air 2025 MLB Tokyo Series in March Between Dodgers and Cubs

Both telecasts will air live from the Tokyo Dome at 6 a.m. Eastern time in the United States

The CW Network Earns Record-Viewership For NASCAR Xfinity Series Opener

"Viewership peaked at 2.2 million during the 7:30 p.m. quarter-hour as the race reached its dramatic conclusion"

Reggie Miller Joining NBC Sports as Lead NBA Game Analyst

"Some of my most memorable moments have been on NBC and I’m looking forward to creating more."

News Radio

The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show Invited to Broadcast Show From Pentagon

Earlier this month, Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell hinted at an upcoming invite to the Premiere Networks hosts.

Dave Ramsey Sets Release Date for Latest Book on Entrepreneurship

In his latest book, Dave Ramsey will share his experience in building a business from what started as a one-man operation and now encompasses more than 1,000 employees.

Rush Limbaugh Remembered By News/Talk Radio Hosts 4 Years Since Passing

"There literally is not a day I don't sit down behind my microphone and think about him and the advice he's given me."

Former KMJ General Manager Al Smith Dies

"This is crushing news for all of us. Especially his beautiful family who he loved and cherished so deeply. The sadness is overwhelming.”

SuperTalk Mississippi Adds ‘Mornings with Richard Cross’ to Replace the Late Paul Gallo in Lineup

“It’s an honor to have the trust of this company and its audience to take on this role..."

News Columns

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.

FOX Sports Taught Every Radio Station A Lesson During Super Bowl LIX

If FOX didn't make everything for sale when the price tag was $8 million, your radio station doesn't have to, either.

Being a News/Talk Radio Star Comes With a Cost

Every radio personality has a deep-seated insecurity about their show and performance. This is very natural.

News Television

Fox News Anchor Dana Perino Sets Release Date For Upcoming Book With Stories From Jesse Watters, Bret Baier, and Martha MacCallum

The release will be the 14th book published by Fox News Books, the publishing imprint for Fox News Media.

Sean Hannity to Host First Joint Interview with Donald Trump and Elon Musk on Fox News

The conversation will mark the first-ever televised joint interview featuring Trump and Musk.

Major Garrett Named Anchor of ‘America Decides’ on CBS News 24/7

The news of Garrett taking over the daily political shows comes on the heels of the revelation that his long-running podcast -- The Takeout with Major Garrett -- was ending in its current form.

CNN Adds Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel as Senior Political and Global Affairs Commentator

Most recently, Rahm Emanuel worked as the United States Ambassador to Japan for the Biden administration.

Ratings Roundup: Will Cain More Than Doubles Key Demo Audience for Fox News With New Afternoon Show

Will Cain stepped into the timeslot previously occupied by Neal Cavuto, who departed the network late last year.

Music News

Guy Favazz Exits KSHE 95 St. Louis After 33 Years

Favazz’s wife wrote on Facebook, “After 33+ years on the radio, my partner in life is closing the door on a remarkable career at the world’s first FM Rock radio station, KSHE 95.”

Music Radio Remembers Andrew “Tiny” Aasen

Aasen is best known for his time on “The Marconi Show” in the 2000s.

Chris Crowley Exits iHeartmedia Charlotte and Raleigh

"Recently, Crowley served as PD of 106.5 The End and 99.7 The Fox in Charlotte."

KS95 Minneapolis PD Mat Mitchell Leads Hubbard’s Legacy Brand

"We're so focused on our day-to-day and what we do and trying to create a great product and maintain our connection with the community and what we do here to stop and come up for air and to see that acknowledgment. "

98.7 The Bull Names Jimmy Steal Co-Content Director

"I’m thrilled to have Jimmy Steal join forces with Tim Richards as Co-Content Directors of KUPL/98.7 The Bull in Portland."

Music Columns

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.

FOX Sports Taught Every Radio Station A Lesson During Super Bowl LIX

If FOX didn't make everything for sale when the price tag was $8 million, your radio station doesn't have to, either.

Being a News/Talk Radio Star Comes With a Cost

Every radio personality has a deep-seated insecurity about their show and performance. This is very natural.

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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CNN’s Marilyn Monroe Special Scores Low Live Numbers Thanks To NFL Playoffs

CNN began their 2022 slate of original series back on Jan. 16 with the two-episode premiere of the four-part “Reframed: Marilyn Monroe.”

Narrated by award-winning actress Jessica Chastain, the documentary series retraced Monroe’s story from budding starlet to Hollywood power-broker. Amidst the treacherous casting couch culture of Hollywood, she bravely spoke out about abuse at a time when silence was the norm.

The first episode of “Reframed: Marilyn Monroe” at 9 p.m. Eastern delivered 650,000 viewers that included 84,000 of the key 25-54 demographic, according to Nielsen Media Research. The second episode at 10 p.m. rose to 720,000 viewers and 95,000 adults 25-54. Based on total viewers, Fox News Channel ruled the cable news roost during the two-hour 9-11 p.m. period on Jan. 16 with the pair of “The Next Revolution” (1.147 million viewers/120,000 adults 25-54) and a rerun of “Sunday Night in America” (747,000 viewers/78,000 adults 25-54).

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Compared to the first 2-hour installment of the documentary series “Diana” from Oct. 10, the first two hours of “Reframed: Marilyn Monroe” were down 13 percent in total viewers and down 17 percent among adults 25-54. The declines might initially appear alarming, but it’s also important to note its other notable viewing competition. NFL football on NBC aired directly opposite both CNN documentaries but for “Diana”, it faced Bills-Chiefs which drew an audience of 17.5 million; as for “Monroe”, a playoff matchup of Steelers-Chiefs averaged a more potent 28.9 million viewers — a 65-percent, +11.4 million jump from the aforementioned Sunday night telecast.

Also of note, these figures are only based on live plus same day data. Programming of this nature also exhibits value in delayed viewings and multiple repeat airings. A rerun of “Monroe” from midnight to 2 a.m. Eastern averaged 312,000 viewers, roughly the same ratio of percentage declines from the first rerun at midnight of “Diana” from Oct. 10 (349,000 viewers)

Live plus seven day data had not yet been released for “Monroe” at publish time; for “Diana”, its initial Oct. 10 telecast grew 226,000 viewers to a 7-day total of 1.014 million viewers — an increase of 29 percent.

CNN’s top regularly-scheduled Sunday show of 2021, the travel series “Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy” returns on March 13. Its series premiere from Feb. 14, 2021 drew 1.57 million viewers according to live plus same day.

Cable news averages for January 10-16, 2022:

Total Day (January 10-16 @ 6 a.m.-5:59 a.m.)

  • Fox News Channel: 1.452 million viewers; 232,000 adults 25-54
  • MSNBC: 0.690 million viewers; 75$,000 adults 25-54
  • CNN: 0.482 million viewers; 99,000 adults 25-54
  • HLN: 0.195 million viewers; 57,000 adults 25-54
  • The Weather Channel: 0.194 million viewers; 34,000 adults 25-54
  • CNBC: 0.153 million viewers; 35,000 adults 25-54
  • Newsmax: 0.145 million viewers; 24,000 adults 25-54
  • Fox Business Network: 0.103 million viewers; 11,000 adults 25-54

Prime Time (January 10-15 @ 8-11 p.m.; January 16 @ 7-11 p.m.)

  • Fox News Channel: 2.291 million viewers; 346,000 adults 25-54
  • MSNBC: 1.248 million viewers; 142,000 adults 25-54
  • CNN: 0.597 million viewers; 132,000 adults 25-54
  • Newsmax: 0.294 million viewers; 58,000 adults 25-54
  • CNBC: 0.219 million viewers; 65,000 adults 25-54
  • HLN: 0.211 million viewers; 65,000 adults 25-54
  • The Weather Channel: 0.202 million viewers; 40,000 adults 25-54
  • Fox Business Network: 0.058 million viewers; 11,000 adults 25-54

Top 10 most-watched cable news programs (and the top MSNBC, CNN and Weather Channel programs with their respective associated ranks) in total viewers:

1. The Five (FOXNC, Mon. 1/10/2022 5:00 PM, 60 min.) 3.621 million viewers

2. The Five (FOXNC, Thu. 1/13/2022 5:00 PM, 60 min.) 3.598 million viewers

3. Tucker Carlson Tonight (FOXNC, Thu. 1/13/2022 8:00 PM, 60 min.) 3.570 million viewers

4. Tucker Carlson Tonight (FOXNC, Wed. 1/12/2022 8:00 PM, 60 min.) 3.517 million viewers

5. Tucker Carlson Tonight (FOXNC, Tue. 1/11/2022 8:00 PM, 60 min.) 3.516 million viewers

6. The Five (FOXNC, Fri. 1/14/2022 5:00 PM, 60 min.) 3.444 million viewers

7. The Five (FOXNC, Wed. 1/12/2022 5:00 PM, 60 min.) 3.432 million viewers

8. The Five (FOXNC, Tue. 1/11/2022 5:00 PM, 60 min.) 3.340 million viewers

9. Hannity (FOXNC, Thu. 1/13/2022 9:00 PM, 60 min.) 3.125 million viewers

10. Tucker Carlson Tonight (FOXNC, Fri. 1/14/2022 8:00 PM, 60 min.) 3.117 million viewers

21. Rachel Maddow Show (MSNBC, Thu. 1/13/2022 9:00 PM, 60 min.) 2.355 million viewers

160. Anderson Cooper 360 (CNN, Wed. 1/12/2022 8:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.882 million viewers

200. Weekend Recharge (TWC, Sun. 1/16/2022 11:00 AM, 60 min.) 0.713 million viewers

Top 10 cable news programs (and the top MSNBC, CNN and Weather Channel programs with their respective associated ranks) among adults 25-54:

1. Tucker Carlson Tonight (FOXNC, Tue. 1/11/2022 8:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.625 million adults 25-54

2. Tucker Carlson Tonight (FOXNC, Thu. 1/13/2022 8:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.559 million adults 25-54

3. Tucker Carlson Tonight (FOXNC, Wed. 1/12/2022 8:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.553 million adults 25-54

4. The Five (FOXNC, Thu. 1/13/2022 5:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.520 million adults 25-54

5. The Five (FOXNC, Mon. 1/10/2022 5:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.502 million adults 25-54

6. Hannity (FOXNC, Tue. 1/11/2022 9:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.477 million adults 25-54

7. The Ingraham Angle (FOXNC, Tue. 1/11/2022 10:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.475 million adults 25-54

8. The Five (FOXNC, Tue. 1/11/2022 5:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.464 million adults 25-54

9. The Five (FOXNC, Fri. 1/14/2022 5:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.463 million adults 25-54

10. Hannity (FOXNC, Thu. 1/13/2022 9:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.457 million adults 25-54

33. Rachel Maddow Show (MSNBC, Thu. 1/13/2022 9:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.311 million adults 25-54

106. Anderson Cooper 360 (CNN, Tue. 1/11/2022 8:00 PM, 60 min.) 0.196 million adults 25-54

165. Weekend Recharge (TWC, Sun. 1/16/2022 11:00 AM, 60 min.) 0.145 million adults 25-54

Source: Live+Same Day data, Nielsen Media Research

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