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."

Breaking

ESPN’s Peter Schrager Reportedly Named Host of New Daily Program Beginning September 10

"The show will run four days a week during college football season, then expands to five afterward. Fridays during college football season will include Bussin' with Pate, hosted by Josh Pate, Taylor Lewan and Will Compton."

The Industry According To: Raffaella Braun, Triple Tigers

"Radio is still the best way to reach the largest audience consistently"

Why Broadcast Radio Will Never Get Its Fair Share of Political Advertising Dollars

Political advertising was never built as a meritocracy, and campaigns don't always spend where the numbers point them. They spend where the instinct — and the image — feels safest.

How “Swagu” Marcus Spears Built His Second Career at ESPN

"My wife and my kids will forever be the priority. I’ll literally walk away from anything if I felt it was a detriment to them and my family. I got the greatest job because I don’t get flack from my bosses knowing what’s most important to me."