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NBC, Peacock Average Nearly 25 Million Viewers for Chiefs-Falcons Sunday Night Football Game

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NBC, Peacock Average Nearly 25 Million Viewers for Chiefs-Falcons Sunday Night Football Game

The Kansas City Chiefs and Atlanta Falcons played a very tight game with the Chiefs prevailing 22-17 on NBC’s Sunday Night Football. According to NBC Sports, the game averaged nearly 25 million viewers on NBC and Peacock and is now SNF’s most watched week 3 game ever.

The game averaged a preliminary Total Audience Delivery (TAD) of 24.8 million viewers on NBC and Peacock, based on live plus same day custom fast nationals from Nielsen and digital data from Adobe Analytics. The audience peaked at 27.5 million viewers just before halftime at 9:30 p.m. 9:45 p.m. ET.

Chiefs-Falcons topped viewership for last year’s Steelers-Raiders week 3 game by 20%.

Through three weeks, Sunday Night Football is averaging 24.3 million viewers across all platforms. That’s the series’ best four-game start since 2015.

Dan Rapaport Hired by ‘Skratch’ After Two Years at Barstool Sports; Teams with ‘Full Swing’ EP Chad Mumm

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Dan Rapaport Hired by ‘Skratch’ After Two Years at Barstool Sports; Teams with ‘Full Swing’ EP Chad Mumm

A few weeks ago, Dan Rapaport announced he was leaving Barstool Sports and the Fore Play podcast. We now know where he is headed as Pro Shop Holdings, Inc, a new golf media and commerce company, announced the hiring of the veteran golf journalist as its new Editor-at-Large for Skratch.

The company says Skratch “will be a diverse platform that connects golf fans through engaging and innovative content.” Rapaport led Barstool’s golf coverage after writing and reporting at both Golf Digest and Sports Illustrated. In a release, the company said Rapaport “will be leveraging Pro Shop’s media partnership relationship with the PGA TOUR to deliver weekly inside-the-ropes content, while continuing to create content on YouTube and launching a new flagship podcast.”

Rapaport said in the release, “I’m beyond excited for this next chapter. Having worked with Chad Mumm for years on ‘Full Swing,’ and having gotten to know the Pro Shop team in recent weeks, I’m confident we will deliver compelling and fresh content across the media landscape. My goal is to give golf fans an inside-the-ropes look at the people, places and stories that make this incredible game so special. Skratch is the ideal place to do that. It’s just a perfect fit, and I can’t wait to get started.”

The company also said Rob DeChiaro has been named President, Skratch and EVP, Media joining Pro Shop from 8AM Golf where he served as COO of GOLF.com for five years. Since relaunching GOLF.com in 2019, GOLF has seen the largest growth of any digital website in the category.

Chad Mumm, co-founder and president of Pro Shop said, “Rob is a unicorn of a leader. He’s somebody who brings deep experience in the business of golf media while having the respect of the editorial teams under his purview. He’s a forward thinker who understands the rapidly changing media landscape and is instrumental in enabling our vision for the next chapter in Skratch’s evolution as both brand and as a business.” s

‘TJ & Riggins Show’ Flagship Station Drops Program Following Dave ‘Ace’ Cannon’s Departure

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‘TJ & Riggins Show’ Flagship Station Drops Program Following Dave ‘Ace’ Cannon’s Departure

Beasley Media Group’s Classic Hits WKQC (K104.7)/Charlotte, flagship station for the former “Ace & TJ Show’ is dropping the revamped “TJ & Riggins Show” in the wake of Dave “Ace’ Cannon’s departure last Friday. (BMM 8/20)

Host TJ Ritchie wrote, “I know you all are looking for more information about the changes we have made with our show, but we cannot give any further details. To the many Radio Family members who have shared your lives with us and given us your support through the years I’d just like to say, thank you. We have been forced to make big changes quickly and we know we are still going to bring you a quality show. We just ask that you give us a chance.”

“One of our affiliate stations has decided not to give us that chance,” shared Ritchie. “It also happens to be the biggest one, K 104.7, our flagship station in our home market of Charlotte, North Carolina. So, to the people in the Charlotte area, please continue to listen by streaming or downloading the entire show every day. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple, The TJ & Riggins App, or wherever you get podcasts. Also, please go sign up to get special perks by becoming a member of J’s Fanaticos at TRiggins.com/fanaticos. Thank you and God Bless you.”

Requests for further comments were not returned.

Matty Staudt Joins ‘Alice@97.3’ San Francisco In Return To Radio

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Matty Staudt Joins ‘Alice@97.3’ San Francisco In Return To Radio

Matty Staudt, Director of Content for Stitcher, founder of Jamstreet Media, and former VP of Podcasting for iHeartMedia, is returning to radio.

Staudt will join the Sarah And Vinnie morning team at Audacy’s Hot AC KLLC (Alice@97.3)/San Francisco. This will be his second tour of duty with the station.

Announcing the news on social media, Staudt wrote, Happy to FINALLY announce this! I left radio 16 years ago to join Stitcher, and today, I am thrilled to announce I am returning to the airwaves in SF at my old show and station, Alice @97.3 and The Sarah and Vinnie Show! I will be back as EP and third mic. This has been a long process but worth it, as I have been trying to focus on doing things I love these days, and I have always loved #radio! Please look for me on the air later this week or so on the Audacy app!

Previous radio stops include WJFK Washington, DC, WNEW New York, and KITS San Francisco. As a voiceover talent he was featured in the Pixar movie “Cars.”

Backbone Networks Corporation Rebrands as Backbone Broadcast

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Backbone Networks Corporation Rebrands as Backbone Broadcast

Backbone Networks Corporation, a pioneer in cloud-based radio and virtualized broadcast technology, has announced a strategic rebranding initiative, and will now use Backbone Broadcast as the company’s new public-facing identity. This change comes alongside the launch of their new web domain, BackBoneBroadcast.com and the rollout of the world’s first integrated broadcast system for ultra-low-latency (ULL), in-venue, live event, fan audio experience on iOS/Android phones, Backbone SoundSystem.

Backbone Broadcast provides cutting-edge broadcasting solutions allowing radio stations, sports venues, and content creators to deliver seamless, high-quality audio experiences anywhere at any time.

“Our transition to Backbone Broadcast marks a significant milestone in our evolution,” said Richard Cerny, CEO of Backbone Networks Corporation in a release. “While we remain the same innovative team dedicated to advancing broadcast technology, this rebranding allows us to better align our identity with the unparalleled cloud-based broadcasting services we provide. The new name, Backbone Broadcast, emphasizes our core mission and the advanced capabilities we offer to our existing radio clients, as well as supporting our exciting fan engagement offerings for sports stadiums, arenas, and other venues.”

Despite the rebranding, Backbone Networks Corporation says it will continue to be the official name for legal and formal communications.

Ken Carman: Despite What Public Thinks, Ratings on 92.3 The Fan Are Better When the Cleveland Browns Are Good

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There is a belief that sports radio hosts and stations are happier when their teams are losing more than winning. But 92.3 The Fan morning host Ken Carman is ready to put that notion to bed after yesterday’s performance by the Cleveland Browns.

During The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima on Monday, the Cleveland host shared that — from his perspective — it is patently false to say that his show performs better when the NFL franchise doesn’t play well.

“Somebody sent me a thing, ‘Well you love this. Your ratings are better. Your pockets are lined.’ Somebody sent me that tweet,” Carman said. “I go, ‘Buddy, I can tell you, 13 years of experience on this station, since day one, I can tell you — hand in a court of law, get any judge you want and I’ll say it in a court of law — our numbers are better when the team is good.’

“2016, 2017, the numbers were as bad as they can get. I’m not allowed to talk about these things — I can’t speak for every radio show host that’s ever hosted in this city, but I will tell you for this show, at least for us, the numbers aren’t good when the team is lousy and people give up on them,” Carman continued. “They’re not. So I don’t like talking about this from a personal standpoint, certainly not from a professional standpoint.”

Carman stated his belief that the Cleveland Browns might win seven or eight games in 2024, which does not lead him to believe it will be a banner year for ratings in the Ohio city. “Hopefully we find things to have fun with over the next 14 weeks,” Carman said. “Because they’re not that great.”

Michael Dixon Named Radio Host for Dallas Stars Games on Sportsradio 96.7 FM and 1310 The Ticket

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Michael Dixon Named Radio Host for Dallas Stars Games on Sportsradio 96.7 FM and 1310 The Ticket

The Dallas Stars have announced Michael Dixon as the new radio host for the team’s pregame, intermission and postgame radio shows on Sportsradio 96.7 FM and 1310 The Ticket.

Dixon joins the Stars broadcast team alongside color analyst Daryl ‘Razor’ Reaugh, play-by-play announcer Josh Bogorad, television analysts Brien Rea and Brent Severyn and radio analyst Bruce LeVine.

“Dream come true,” Dixon wrote on X. “Can’t wait to get going!”

Dixon previously served as the halftime/postgame host for SMU football on The Ticket during the 2024 season. Along with his responsibilities with SMU football, he served as the studio host for Duncanville football on Metro Sports DFW. Dixon is also a part-time sports anchor and reporter for The Ticket.

Beginning this season, all regional Dallas Stars games will be on Victory+, a free direct-to-consumer streaming service. The platform ensures fans within the Dallas Stars regional territory can get content on their preferred device.

Erika Navarijo Is Leaving Z95 Corpus Christi TX

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Erika Navarijo Is Leaving Z95 Corpus Christi TX

After 13 years, Erika Navarijo is leaving her role at Malkan Interactive Communications’ Rhythmic Top 40 KZFM (Z95)/Corpus Christi, TX.

During her time at the station, Navarijo progressed from contest winner to become the morning co-host and APD/MD.

Navarijo said, “Working in radio will always be one of the best chapters of my life. To all my radio family, listeners, clients, family, and friends, from the bottom of my heart, thank you!”

Gino Flores, Director of Programming and Z95 morning host, added, “Erika was something special. In 2011, she won a contest to be my morning cohost, and over the last 13 years, she has grown into a leader, leaving as Assistant Program Director. That is a testament to her work ethic and willingness to always learn. Our 13-year run together was unmatched in ratings and revenue, and she will definitely be missed. I know she will be successful in her career outside of radio as well.”

No word on where she is headed. Friday (8/27) is her final day and the station is searching for a replacement.

Phil Simms to Work with Ian Eagle Calling Westwood One NFL Broadcasts; Starts Thursday with Cowboys-Giants

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Phil Simms to Work with Ian Eagle Calling Westwood One NFL Broadcasts; Starts Thursday with Cowboys-Giants

Phil Simms was a guest of Adam Schein on his SiriusXM Mad Dog Sports Radio show and said for the first time in his career, he will be doing analyst work on radio for NFL games on Westwood One. Simms said he will start this Thursday, calling the Cowboys-Giants game with Ian Eagle.

“I’m going to do the game on radio this week,” referring to the Giants. “I’m really excited about that. The Cowboys and Giants on Thursday night. And once I study a little more, it’ll be interesting, some of my takes early in the game.

“And of course I’m doing it with the great Ian Eagle on Westwood One.”

Schein responded, “That’s going to be so much fun. That’s going to be a tremendous listen. How fired up are you for that?”

“Well, I’m very fired up, but I’m a little nervous because I’ve never done radio before like that,” Simms said. “I know it’s short little bursts of talking and I’m fine with that too. I can make a point in seven seconds or five seconds, whatever they need. And as I said to a reporter once, ‘I’ve never heard anybody ever complained about somebody not talking enough.'”

Schein replied, “I actually think you’re going to love doing the radio color because it’s not necessarily talking to a replay or to a graphic or something. Pre-produced. I think you’re going to absolutely fall in love with it on Thursday, Phil.”

“Well, I hope so,” Simms said. “Cause I got a few of them coming down the road, so I better like this one…Doing it with Ian’s going to really help me out a lot because I know he’s funny, he is off the cuff and I know him well, I’ve done a few games with him on TV and pre-season stuff like that. So, we’ve always had a good time.”

CNN Tabs Politico Reporter Sarah Ferris For Capitol Hill Role

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CNN Tabs Politico Reporter Sarah Ferris For Capitol Hill Role

CNN has named Politico reporter Sarah Ferris to serve as a reporter covering Capitol Hill for the cable news giant.

Ferris previously served as a senior congressional reporter for Politico, spending the majority of her time covering the House of Representatives.

She has spent the past decade covering Capitol Hill, beginning her tenure in 2014. During her time covering the legislature, she’s reported on five Speakers of the House and four government shutdowns.

Before joining Politico, Sarah Ferris was a healthcare reporter for digital outlet The Hill.

Ferris began her duties at CNN on Monday. In a post to social media, she shared that her last day at her previous outlet was Friday. “I will miss all of my incredible colleagues there — there’s nowhere like it in the biz,” she wrote.

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