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

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.

CRS 2025: Day 3 Takeaways

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

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

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.

CRS 2025: Day 3 Takeaways

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

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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The Dr. Bob Martin Show Expanding, Moving to New Timeslot

As it begins its 28th year in national syndication, The Dr. Bob Martin Show is undergoing several transformations.

Radio America has announced the weekend program has been expanded to three hours, and will now be heard at a new time. The Dr. Bob Martin Show will now air Sundays from 9 AM to noon ET.

“We are excited to celebrate Dr. Bob’s anniversary in this highly competitive industry. The additional hour to Dr. Bob’s show will only enhance his presence. He has been a solid part of our lineup for decades,” said Radio America Vice President for Affiliate Marketing Steve Graham. “It’s exciting to continue and deepen our partnership with his program.”

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Currently, the program is heard on more than 150 stations across the nation.

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