Dr. Phil-Founded Merit Street Media Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Additionally, the company is suing Trinity Broadcasting Network for breach of contract, stating that it failed to live up to the terms of their agreement.

Anatomy of a Broadcaster: Joe Davis, FOX Sports

"Davis gets emotional with his calls, but his emotions don’t get the best of him. He strikes a delicate balance between the two in an incredibly great way"

Radio Ads Work Best When They Tell a Great Story

I was recently with a client, and during the CNA, she used a phrase I have rarely heard before from a client. “I simply want someone to tell our story.”

Kannon Debuts New Weekday Show for Top 40 & Hot AC

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Marcellus Wiley: Stephen A. Smith Wanted Max Kellerman To Be “The White Guy” on ‘First Take’

"Max is blacker than you, as T.O. [Terrell Owens] told the world. Whether you agree or not, Max knew more about black culture than you did. That bothered you"

Skratch N’ Sniff Drops Specials for the 4th of July Weekend

For Alternative stations, Tyson Ritter of The All-American Rejects takes over as guest host for “The All-American Remix.”

New Orleans Pelicans Extend Contracts of Joel Meyers, Antonio Daniels

"We have a special group here—on the court and in the community—and I’m thankful to be part of the journey"

Salem Radio Network Adds The Scott Jennings Show to Nationally Syndicated Lineup

The Scott Jennings Show will debut the Salem Radio Network on Monday, July 14th.

WBAL Newsradio Afternoon Host Torrey Snow Departs

"We came in expecting to deliver a high-quality product. I think I delivered on that. It was a compelling show."

What’s Next for CBS News and 60 Minutes After $16 Million Settlement with Donald Trump?

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Kannon Debuts New Weekday Show for Top 40 & Hot AC

“The Kannon Show” is designed to blend with existing music programming.

Marcellus Wiley: Stephen A. Smith Wanted Max Kellerman To Be “The White Guy” on ‘First Take’

"Max is blacker than you, as T.O. [Terrell Owens] told the world. Whether you agree or not, Max knew more about black culture than you did. That bothered you"

Skratch N’ Sniff Drops Specials for the 4th of July Weekend

For Alternative stations, Tyson Ritter of The All-American Rejects takes over as guest host for “The All-American Remix.”

Salem Radio Network Adds The Scott Jennings Show to Nationally Syndicated Lineup

The Scott Jennings Show will debut the Salem Radio Network on Monday, July 14th.

WBAL Newsradio Afternoon Host Torrey Snow Departs

"We came in expecting to deliver a high-quality product. I think I delivered on that. It was a compelling show."

Dave Randall To Retire After 40 Years In So Cal Radio

"I'm humbled to have entertained over this medium. The true fruit of one's work is in the response, years down the line, when people say they enjoyed listening."

‘Spatz And Amanda’ Exit At 97.5 WONE Akron OH

The two took over mornings in January 2021 following the retirement of longtime market veteran Jeff Kinzbach.

Travis Kelce Wants To Call An NFL Game Post-Career

"I thought it would always be fun to just jump in there"

Ross MacLeod Named Operations Manager for Alpha Media Portland

"MacLeod's arrival is seen as a strategic move to strengthen the company’s programming leadership and elevate content across its platforms."

Stephen A. Smith Issues A Warning To His “Critics”

"I think I’ve been too PC. I don’t believe I’ve told enough people to kiss my a**."

Marty Linck Keeps 95 KSHE St. Louis Rocking and Relevant

“The imaging, the marketing and the air talent are what keep KSHE fresh. We work hard to tap into topical content choices and try to reflect what's happening today.”

AM 560 The Answer Morning Host Amy Jacobson Exits

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Television & Streaming

Dr. Phil-Founded Merit Street Media Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Additionally, the company is suing Trinity Broadcasting Network for breach of contract, stating that it failed to live up to the terms of their agreement.

Anatomy of a Broadcaster: Joe Davis, FOX Sports

"Davis gets emotional with his calls, but his emotions don’t get the best of him. He strikes a delicate balance between the two in an incredibly great way"

New Orleans Pelicans Extend Contracts of Joel Meyers, Antonio Daniels

"We have a special group here—on the court and in the community—and I’m thankful to be part of the journey"

CNN Adds Adam Cancryn as White House Reporter

"I’m absolutely thrilled, and can’t wait to get started."

Legendary Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie Announces Retirement

"All I wanted to be was a hockey writer: to have a ‘job’ to watch, write, and talk about the game. Mission accomplished, I guess"

Paramount, Donald Trump Reach Settlement Over CBS News Lawsuit

In a statement released by Trump's legal team, they allege that CBS and Paramount Global "realized the strength of this historic case and had no choice but to settle."

Randy Moss Returning To NFL Countdown On ESPN This Season

"Randy’s return on Super Bowl Sunday was an emotional lift — not just for our team but for the entire football community"

MSNBC Adds David Noriega, Vaughn Hillyard, Laura Barron-Lopez, and Marc Santia As Split From NBCUniversal Looms

The moves from MSNBC come as the channel is being spun off from the parent company.

Ahmed Fareed Tabbed as Studio Host for NBA Monday Night, Big Ten College Countdown on NBC

"I can’t wait to start. I’m thankful to be trusted with these roles. I’m even more motivated by the responsibility that comes with them"

NFL Officially Launches ‘NFL Top 100’ on X

"This year, we’re bringing it to where fans already are – on X – with a fast-paced format that honors the original series."

President Donald Trump Threatens CNN With Lawsuit Over Reporting From Natasha Bertrand

CNN confirmed that it received a letter from the office of the President, but that it rejected the claims made by the Commander in Chief.

Major League Baseball, ESPN Resume Discussions as Opt-Out Nears

The mutual opt out of the final three seasons of its $550 million annual agreement between MLB and ESPN included rights to Sunday Night Baseball, the Home Run Derby, and a portion of MLB’s postseason coverage including the wild card round
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Radio Ads Work Best When They Tell a Great Story

I was recently with a client, and during the CNA, she used a phrase I have rarely heard before from a client. “I simply want someone to tell our story.”

ESPN Elevates Andy Green to Vice President, Non-Traditional Productions

"I’m proud to now lead the mission that first inspired us. I’m committed to pushing boundaries, strengthening conference relationships, and guiding a team that carries forward the vision and purpose at the core of Non-Traditional Productions"

Microsoft AI, English Premier League Enter Five-Year Agreement

"We look forward to working together over the next five years to deliver more innovative experiences to supporters around the world."

Silver Tribe Media Names Neal Carruth as New General Manager

"I’m so excited to help talent, brands, and properties build in this fast-changing digital media environment.”

Big Beautiful Bill Helping Political Advertising Surge in Off-Year

In total, $721 million has been spent in political advertising during the first six months of 2025.

Beasley Media Group Sells 98.7 The Shark In Tampa To EMF

The company announced a definitive agreement to sell 98.7 The Shark to Educational Media Foundation (EMF) for a reported $8 million.

On3 Adds Brett McMurphy as Senior National College Football Insider

"I’m thrilled to join the premier college football digital sports media company."

iHeartMedia, Audacy Announce Content Distribution Partnership

"This is an exciting day for our industry as the addition of Audacy’s stations to iHeartRadio maximizes radio’s presence across the country as the most listened to and trusted medium for audiences and consumers"

Top 15 Brands Using Podcast Advertising Increase Spending By 16% in May, Magellan AI Data Shows

BetterHelp reclaimed the top spot in podcast ad spending, increasing its investment by 8% month-over-month to $5.8 million.

Audacy to Shutter Pineapple Street Studios

"We’re sorry to say goodbye to talented colleagues and are grateful for their contributions.”

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It cannot always be about relentless cheerleading. But empathy, clarity, and shared commitment go such a long way.

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