Derek Futterman

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Derek Futterman is a former associate editor and sports media reporter for Barrett Media. He previously interned for Paramount within Showtime Networks, wrote for the Long Island Herald and served as lead sports producer at NY2C. Find him on X @derekfutterman.

How Mike North Became A Sports Radio Pioneer In The Windy City

"I’m a different guy now, and to be honest with you, technically, structurally, knowledge wise, I’m a better talk show host now than I was back in the 90s and 2000s."

How Len Kasper Has Become Chicago’s Crosstown Baseball Voice in the Windy City

"I think there was probably a few moments of, 'Wait a minute, I’m hearing a voice that I connect to the other team in town.'"

How Mike Golic is Approaching New Beginnings in Afternoons With FanDuel Sports Network

"Mike and I had a few choices out there, and we ended up with FanDuel because it’s a strong brand and they are committed to sports content, so that’s something we really like."

Meredith Marakovits Stays on Top of the Curve Covering the New York Yankees

"I think there’s always a storyline that’s exciting."

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San Diego’s Rock 105.3 Retains Longtime Morning Show ‘The Show’ Through 2030

"We are more than thrilled to remain a part of the iHeart team and continue to try and entertain San Diego every morning."

Political Advertisements During Sports Broadcasts Have Gotten Out of Hand

"Maybe it's me, but if I can't vote for the candidate, why the hell am I seeing that candidate's advertisement?"

Buzz Brainard is Not a Radio Guy And It Works

"They call in Monday through Thursday, and then they show up on Friday. And it's always all about them."

Election Night 2026: What 10 Top News/Talk Programmers Tell Their Staffs

“Success on election night comes from the prep that is done before that day."