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.

Jim Rome is Constructing a New Path for ‘The Jungle’ of Tomorrow

"I thought it was way more risky not to put myself out there, and I thought if they love me that they will find me."

Brock Huard is Making Local Matter at Seattle Sports 710

"I love what I do, and when you can find that in your work, that’s success and a life’s calling."

Jimmy Pitaro: ESPN App Will Be Significantly Enhanced This Fall

"...we want you to go to the ESPN App and authenticate because that’s where we’re going to have all of these enhanced experiences..."

Tim Brando is Ready for the Call in a Changing Media Landscape

"I’ve never felt better, and I don’t think I’ve ever been better at what I do."

Jon Rothstein Embracing the Moments March Madness Presents on CBS Sports

"This is media in 2025, and it’s media that obviously is always forcing us to adapt, and you better be nimble if you want to survive in this climate."

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Laid Off By Innovation? Use AI To Get Hired Faster

"Remember, your advantage is not what was listed on your business card. It is who you are, not what you do."

Live Music Revenue Plateaus After Years of Record-Breaking Post-Pandemic Growth

Men..are redirecting discretionary dollars toward video games, spending double on gaming versus live events in Q1 2026.

KXnO Layoffs Highlight the Changing Reality for Sports Radio Talent

"The industry has spent decades telling talent to be genuine, build trust, and create authentic relationships with listeners. Yet when those same qualities extend beyond sports and into the realities of the business itself, they can suddenly be viewed as liabilities instead of strengths."

Paul Finebaum Reflects on His Legacy in Receiving the Sports Media Lifetime Achievement Award

"I, somehow, have been able to survive and adapt. My career is full of different chapters. Every one of those chapters, I never really knew if I’d make it out of it."