Sports Radio

Athletics Agree to Radio Broadcast Deal with iHeartRadio, Talk 650 KSTE

Talk 650 KSTE and A’s Cast will also be broadcasting various programming surrounding the team, including A’s Cast Live running for two-and-a-half hours before every weeknight game.

John Skipper: New NBA Media Rights Deal is More Important Than Regular-Season Ratings

"We’re back to people thinking the ratings are some dramatic indication of the health of the league."

97.1 The Fan Staff Forced to Evacuate Building, Air ESPN Radio Programming After Suspicious Package Arrives at Station

"Right now, we will do what we are being told to do, and evacuate our building. Hopefully, everyone is safe at this point and we will continue to be safe."

SiriusXM to Broadcast 4 Nations Face-Off

SiriusXM today announced that subscribers will get access to...

Boston Sports Radio Reacts To Alex Bregman Signing With The Red Sox: Head-2-Head

A real time example how critical it is for sports radio stations to remain reactive and fully engaged—both on the air and online—when major local news breaks

Sports Columns

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.”

Reflecting On The Barrett Media Top 20 Series

"I started the Top 20 series to celebrate the radio business. We do it to show respect to many who are doing outstanding work, but don't always receive the recognition they've earned."

Being Let Go by Corporate Media Should No Longer Surprise Anyone

"I’ll let you all discuss the idea that a multibillion-dollar corporation needed to cut my small 6 figure salary in order to keep the lights on."

Sports Television

Paramount, YouTube TV Announce New Multi-Year Agreement

"We look forward to extending our long-standing partnership and giving audiences greater access to their favorite programming"

Shaquille O’Neal Agrees to Long-Term Deal with TNT Sports: Report

The deal will reportedly pay O'Neal more than $15 million per year.

Paramount Global, YouTube TV Reach ‘Short-Term Extension’

The availability of Paramount Global-owned television channels was imperiled...

ESPN Will Not Renew Formula One Media Rights Deal: Report

F1 reportedly took meetings with Netflix and NBC during Super Bowl week in New Orleans, La.

TNT, truTV Average 1.05 Million Viewers for Canada-Sweden Matchup to Open 4 Nations Face-Off

The game is fourth among all networks including the NHL season slate, falling behind three games that aired on ABC all either containing the Boston Bruins or New York Rangers.

News Radio

KVI AM 570 Host John Carlson Announces Upcoming Retirement

"I'm having more fun doing radio now than ever before, which makes it difficult to announce that I will be retiring from 570 KVI."

Sale of WDAY Will Continue After Objection Made to FCC

A citizen had raised an issue with statements made by the incoming owner -- Flag Family's Scott Hennen -- about the state of the news media.

CNN’s Audie Cornish Candidate to Join Michael Barbaro as Co-Host of The Daily

It is unclear if Cornish would relinquish her role at CNN to take the position beside Michael Barbaro on The Daily.

Candace Owens Lands in Top 10 New Podcasts of 2024 From Edison Research

The selections from Edison Research are "based on the highest average weekly audience throughout their debut year, demonstrating significant listener engagement and impact."

1080 WTIC Celebrates 100th Anniversary in Hartford

The station was originally owned by the Travelers Insurance Company -- hence the "TIC" in WTIC -- and served as a major source of news and information in southern New England.

News Columns

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.

The Mundane Local News People Really Care About (And Where to Find It)

How do you define local news? More to the...

News Television

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.

CBS News Names Robert Costa Chief Washington Analyst, CBS Sunday Morning National Correspondent

Costa had previously served as the chief election & campaign correspondent for CBS News, based in Washington D.C.

MSNBC Names Rebecca Kutler Permanent Replacement for Rashida Jones as Network President

Kutler was named interim president in January as outgoing president Rashida Jones announced she would exit the cable network.

Music News

Mike Arlo Celebrates 50 Years At 106.9 The Fox and FM 99 Norfolk/Hampton Roads VA

“I've never known anyone as consistently positive, warm, and friendly as Mike Arlo. He is the same man on and off the air, and he makes every day a great day."

Diana DeVille Joins Stonecom Radio Cookeville, TN As Cluster APD

DeVille previously was an overnight producer for Country 103.3 WKDF, Nashville. Other stops include Country 99.1 The Ranch Simi Valley, CA, and KNAC.com, Los Angeles.

‘Throwback 100.3’ Chicago Collects 100,000 Valentines Cards For Kids

Over the past 9 years, Throwback 100.3 and its listeners have hand-crafted and donated over 100,000 cards.

Jenny Law Heads Back To Texas And 101.1 KONO San Antonio

Law joined KWEN in 2015. Prior stops include nine years at KKBQ, Houston, and KYYS Bryan, TX.

Mistress Carrie Joins Lazer 99.3 & 98.5 Springfield MA For Mornings

Carrie was in Boston Radio for 22 years and is the host of “The Mistress Carrie Podcast,” “Cocktails In The War Room,” and “The Mistress Carrie Radio Show.”

Music Columns

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.

The Mundane Local News People Really Care About (And Where to Find It)

How do you define local news? More to the...

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

Athletics Agree to Radio Broadcast Deal with iHeartRadio, Talk 650 KSTE

Talk 650 KSTE and A’s Cast will also be broadcasting various programming surrounding the team, including A’s Cast Live running for two-and-a-half hours before every weeknight game.

John Skipper: New NBA Media Rights Deal is More Important Than Regular-Season Ratings

"We’re back to people thinking the ratings are some dramatic indication of the health of the league."

97.1 The Fan Staff Forced to Evacuate Building, Air ESPN Radio Programming After Suspicious Package Arrives at Station

"Right now, we will do what we are being told to do, and evacuate our building. Hopefully, everyone is safe at this point and we will continue to be safe."

SiriusXM to Broadcast 4 Nations Face-Off

SiriusXM today announced that subscribers will get access to...

Boston Sports Radio Reacts To Alex Bregman Signing With The Red Sox: Head-2-Head

A real time example how critical it is for sports radio stations to remain reactive and fully engaged—both on the air and online—when major local news breaks

Sports Columns

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.”

Reflecting On The Barrett Media Top 20 Series

"I started the Top 20 series to celebrate the radio business. We do it to show respect to many who are doing outstanding work, but don't always receive the recognition they've earned."

Being Let Go by Corporate Media Should No Longer Surprise Anyone

"I’ll let you all discuss the idea that a multibillion-dollar corporation needed to cut my small 6 figure salary in order to keep the lights on."

Sports Television

Paramount, YouTube TV Announce New Multi-Year Agreement

"We look forward to extending our long-standing partnership and giving audiences greater access to their favorite programming"

Shaquille O’Neal Agrees to Long-Term Deal with TNT Sports: Report

The deal will reportedly pay O'Neal more than $15 million per year.

Paramount Global, YouTube TV Reach ‘Short-Term Extension’

The availability of Paramount Global-owned television channels was imperiled...

ESPN Will Not Renew Formula One Media Rights Deal: Report

F1 reportedly took meetings with Netflix and NBC during Super Bowl week in New Orleans, La.

TNT, truTV Average 1.05 Million Viewers for Canada-Sweden Matchup to Open 4 Nations Face-Off

The game is fourth among all networks including the NHL season slate, falling behind three games that aired on ABC all either containing the Boston Bruins or New York Rangers.

News Radio

KVI AM 570 Host John Carlson Announces Upcoming Retirement

"I'm having more fun doing radio now than ever before, which makes it difficult to announce that I will be retiring from 570 KVI."

Sale of WDAY Will Continue After Objection Made to FCC

A citizen had raised an issue with statements made by the incoming owner -- Flag Family's Scott Hennen -- about the state of the news media.

CNN’s Audie Cornish Candidate to Join Michael Barbaro as Co-Host of The Daily

It is unclear if Cornish would relinquish her role at CNN to take the position beside Michael Barbaro on The Daily.

Candace Owens Lands in Top 10 New Podcasts of 2024 From Edison Research

The selections from Edison Research are "based on the highest average weekly audience throughout their debut year, demonstrating significant listener engagement and impact."

1080 WTIC Celebrates 100th Anniversary in Hartford

The station was originally owned by the Travelers Insurance Company -- hence the "TIC" in WTIC -- and served as a major source of news and information in southern New England.

News Columns

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.

The Mundane Local News People Really Care About (And Where to Find It)

How do you define local news? More to the...

News Television

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.

CBS News Names Robert Costa Chief Washington Analyst, CBS Sunday Morning National Correspondent

Costa had previously served as the chief election & campaign correspondent for CBS News, based in Washington D.C.

MSNBC Names Rebecca Kutler Permanent Replacement for Rashida Jones as Network President

Kutler was named interim president in January as outgoing president Rashida Jones announced she would exit the cable network.

Music News

Mike Arlo Celebrates 50 Years At 106.9 The Fox and FM 99 Norfolk/Hampton Roads VA

“I've never known anyone as consistently positive, warm, and friendly as Mike Arlo. He is the same man on and off the air, and he makes every day a great day."

Diana DeVille Joins Stonecom Radio Cookeville, TN As Cluster APD

DeVille previously was an overnight producer for Country 103.3 WKDF, Nashville. Other stops include Country 99.1 The Ranch Simi Valley, CA, and KNAC.com, Los Angeles.

‘Throwback 100.3’ Chicago Collects 100,000 Valentines Cards For Kids

Over the past 9 years, Throwback 100.3 and its listeners have hand-crafted and donated over 100,000 cards.

Jenny Law Heads Back To Texas And 101.1 KONO San Antonio

Law joined KWEN in 2015. Prior stops include nine years at KKBQ, Houston, and KYYS Bryan, TX.

Mistress Carrie Joins Lazer 99.3 & 98.5 Springfield MA For Mornings

Carrie was in Boston Radio for 22 years and is the host of “The Mistress Carrie Podcast,” “Cocktails In The War Room,” and “The Mistress Carrie Radio Show.”

Music Columns

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.

The Mundane Local News People Really Care About (And Where to Find It)

How do you define local news? More to the...

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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Bob Fescoe: Kansas City Chiefs ‘Are The ‘Product That Everybody Wants to See’

"At the end of the day, it’s all about the Chiefs."

As the Kansas City Chiefs franchise won the AFC for a third consecutive year, CBS Sports attained a record number of viewers for its broadcast of the conference title match against the Buffalo Bills. The company averaged 57.7 million viewers, which is indicative of the largest audience on record for an AFC Championship Game and achieved a 4% year-over-year increase. Moreover, the game had the largest gap of audience from the NFC Championship Game recorded since 1996, attaining 13.5 million more viewers than the Philadelphia Eagles’ victory over the Washington Commanders. Bob Fescoe, morning show co-host on 96.5 The Fan, recognized the phenomenon surrounding the Chiefs and affirmed that the team’s playoff games are the only ones registering yearly increases.

With quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce and head coach Andy Reid trying to secure a Super Bowl championship next Sunday and make history in the process, Fescoe acknowledged the unique nature surrounding games for the team throughout the year. Over the last several weeks, there have been complaints from opposing football fans pertaining to the team, alleging that officials rule in their favor. Nonetheless, he also realized that the team is accruing record numbers in prime time and national viewership windows.

“They are the product that everybody wants to see, and that’s what, I think, some of these folks don’t seemingly understand,” Fescoe said on Wednesday morning’s edition of Fescoe and Dusty. “Like, ‘Oh, the Chiefs keep winning.’ As they keep winning, everybody keeps losing.”

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Part of the reason Fescoe believes the league and its media partners experienced some yearly viewership declines had to do with people not being used to watching full football games. Conversely, he explained that people watch the games on NFL RedZone, a channel that does not include commercials and highlights multiple games simultaneously with key action. Moreover, he does not think there were many great teams from the perspective of a football fan in the playoffs this season.

“At the end of the day, it’s all about the Chiefs,” Fescoe said. “They are the bell cow of the NFL, and all they do is bring viewers to the television set, so until that stops, the Chiefs are going to be sitting on top for a very long time.”

Dusty Likins, the co-host of the morning drive program, emphasized that there are three different reasons people watch Chiefs games. Delineating the rationale into hate watching, rivalry watching or love watching, all of it coalesces into stellar viewership for games that features the team. The Chiefs were on prime time television six times this past season, the maximum permitted under an NFL franchise, and was also in standalone windows in the late-afternoon timeslot as well. FOX Sports is preparing to broadcast Super Bowl LIX next Sunday from New Orleans, La. as the Chiefs look to win a third consecutive league championship.

“I think they have expanded their fanbase, but there’s always going to be people who are going to root against this football team,” Fescoe said. “I’m sure the majority of America is probably going to be rooting for Philadelphia in this Super Bowl. It’s not exactly two teams that America loves at this point in time, but I think the hatred for the Chiefs may spill over, and I think there’s probably going to be more people rooting for the Philadelphia Eagles to win this Super Bowl because there’s a lot at stake for Philly as much as there is for Kansas City in this game, and people are just always tired of teams that win.”

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