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Pablo Torre Hints CBS News Has Footage of Jordon Hudson Similar to His Video Leak Released Last Week

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Pablo Torre Hints CBS News Has Footage of Jordon Hudson Similar to His Video Leak Released Last Week

Pablo Torre discussed on 98.5 The Sports Hub how his recent video provides a window into the control Jordon Hudson wields over New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick and how that dynamic echoes in North Carolina football.

Torre released the video last week featuring former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick on the latest episode of Pablo Torre Finds Out. The video itself showed production meetings between Belichick, Jordon Hudson, and other staff members. They were discussing graphic design and other items of a production called Coach, which was an Underdog Fantasy production shot at NFL Films’ studios. NFL Films denied releasing the video to Torre.

“This video is the thing that explains the CBS interview,” Torre said referencing Belichick’s interview on CBS Sunday Morning earlier this year which drew much criticism of his relationship with Hudson. “So CBS, by the way, had, I am told, CBS Sunday Morning, had more than a half hour of footage that they could have released about Jordan Hudson that is not entirely dissimilar from what I released.”

Torre’s video, which touches on the intricate workings of Belichick’s inner circle, comes amid ongoing discussion about the cancelled Hulu documentary series involving the coach. Torre emphasized Hudson’s authority in shaping the project.

“This Hulu docu-series, which was announced, Jordan Hudson was the person who signed off on the paperwork,” Torre explained. “You can go file record requests and see that it’s Jordan Hudson signing off on that because she’s the Chief Operating Officer of this whole media enterprise with Belichick. What happens there is that the team is so horrible that they don’t want to do the docu-series episodically anymore. So the deal is dead. That was the deal that Jordan Hudson had engineered because she didn’t want to do Hard Knocks with NFL Films.”

Torre went on to day the video that he released last week shows “an honest portrayal” of what it’s like to be in a room where Belichick and Hudson are collaborating together. He further explored the interplay between Belichick, Hudson, and former NFL executive and current North Carolina general manager Michael Lombardi. Drawing parallels between the Patriots’ organizational structure and North Carolina football.

“I think there is Bill Belichick with two angels, so to speak, on his shoulders, and he has chosen two people who uniquely and desperately need him to be employed,” Torre said. “There are some deficiencies that needed to be compensated for by others around the building. The Patriots provided that, to the tune of the greatest run in modern football. Removed from that, left to his own devices, and these two angels on his shoulder, you get North Carolina football.”

Torre’s remarks highlight the complex dynamics of control, influence, and legacy that surround one of football’s most enigmatic figures. Underscoring the ripple effects Hudson’s authority may have on both media portrayals and the field itself.

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CBS News Radio Moves Distribution to Audacy’s Infinity Networks

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CBS News Radio Moves Distribution to Audacy’s Infinity Networks

CBS News Radio is on the move, as it is moving its distribution partnership to Audacy’s Infinity Networks.

With the move, CBS News Radio will now be heard on more than 1,200 stations nationwide. The addition of CBS News Radio puts 700 more stations as affiliates with Infinity Networks.

“This is a major step forward for Infinity Networks and for our partners across the industry,” said Audacy Chief Revenue Officer Bob Philips. “By bringing together a respected brand like CBS News Radio under the Infinity Networks umbrella, we’re creating a scalable platform that enhances the reach and impact of great local and national content for our advertising partners.

“This expansion underscores our commitment to helping broadcasters grow audiences, strengthen advertiser relationships, and deliver exceptional listening experiences everywhere,” Philips continued.

“Joining the Infinity Networks family enhances the distribution of CBS News Radio’s world-class journalism and high-quality entertainment programming nationwide,” said the network’s Manager of Affiliate Services Amy Bolton. “This partnership also helps our affiliates expand their programming options through wider access to content in the Infinity Networks family.”

Infinity Networks was created earlier this year by Audacy. The addition of the radio news service to its distribution platform marks the first step outside of the country format, as it previously only distributed the Katie & Company and Rob & Holly country radio shows.

Previously, CBS News Radio was distributed by Skyview Networks. It began its relationship with Skyview Networks in 2018 and renewed that partnership in 2023.

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KKOB Names Zoltan Csanyi-Salcedo as News Director

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KKOB Names Zoltan Csanyi-Salcedo as News Director

There’s a new News Director at KKOB in Albuquerque, as Zoltan Csanyi-Salcedo has joined the Cumulus Media news/talk station.

Csanyi-Salcedo joins KKOB after spending decades working in local television. Most recently, he worked as News Director of KRGV-TV (ABC5) in the Rio Grande Valley. Previous stops in his career include Albuquerque, El Paso, and Dallas, among others.

In his new role, Zoltan Csanyi-Salcedo will oversee the 96.3 FM/770 AM KKOB newsroom, the news content strategy, and talent development of those working for and with the brand.

“KKOB has always been a trusted voice for New Mexico, and my mission is to strengthen that trust every day,” said Csanyi-Salcedo. “This newsroom will focus on local truth first — fast, fair, and useful information that helps our audience make sense of what’s happening in their communities.”

“Zoltan is exactly the kind of newsroom leader Albuquerque needs right now — grounded, relentless, and passionate about storytelling that matters,” said Cumulus Albuquerque Operations Manager and Program Director Aaron ‘Buck’ Burnett. “He’s built winning, trusted newsrooms in every market he’s touched, and we’re thrilled to have him guiding KKOB’s next chapter.”

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Prime Video To Stream NFL Black Friday Game Globally for Free

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Prime Video To Stream NFL Black Friday Game Globally for Free

Amazon and the National Football League announced that Prime Video will stream the November 28 Black Friday Football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Chicago Bears to a global audience, marking the first NFL event to be presented worldwide on the platform. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. ET.

The game will be available in more than 240 countries and territories. No subscription or Prime membership will be required, signaling a major expansion of the NFL’s international footprint. Additional language options, including Spanish, French, and Portuguese, will be available for viewers outside the United States. Advanced features familiar to U.S. audiences. These include Rapid Recap, High Definition-HDR video, and Next Gen Stats powered by AWS, will also be accessible in select international markets.

“We are thrilled to expand our relationship with the NFL and present Black Friday Football to the millions of fans we serve around the world,” said Jay Marine, Head of Prime Video U.S., Global Sports. “Black Friday is becoming one of the best sports holidays of the year, and this can’t-miss game between the Super Bowl Champion Eagles and the surging Bears, in one of the most-charged stadium atmospheres in sports, stands at the center of a huge day for all of us at Amazon.”

Hans Schroeder, executive vice president of media distribution for the NFL, echoed the excitement. “Expanding the availability of our games to NFL fans around the world is a key priority for us. We are thrilled that the Black Friday game will be available through Amazon in over 240 countries and territories,” Schroeder said.

Prime Video’s Black Friday coverage begins early with the PGA TOUR’s “The Skins Game” at 9:00 a.m. ET, featuring Tommy Fleetwood, Justin Thomas, Xander Schauffele, and Keegan Bradley at Panther National in South Florida.

Pregame coverage for the Eagles-Bears matchup will start at 1:30 p.m. ET from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Following the game, live postgame coverage will lead into NBA on Prime, which kicks off a doubleheader at 7:00 p.m. ET. Fans can watch the Milwaukee Bucks face the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Followed by the Dallas Mavericks taking on the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena.

Overall, Prime Video will present more than 15 hours of live sports programming on Black Friday. Offering fans a marathon of football, basketball, and golf content. In addition, the game will be accessible on mobile devices in the U.S. through an NFL+ subscription, and internationally via NFL Game Pass on DAZN for paid subscribers.

With the global debut of Black Friday Football. Amazon and the NFL are positioning the holiday weekend as a must-watch sports event, blending live-action coverage with innovative technology and expansive international access.

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Ryen Russillo Doesn’t Expect Much Change With Podcast in Move to Barstool Sports

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Ryen Russillo Doesn’t Expect Much Change With Podcast in Move to Barstool Sports

Ryen Russillo, the longtime sports media personality, has officially joined Barstool Sports, signaling the next chapter in a career that has already spanned ESPN, The Ringer, and Spotify. Despite the move, Russillo said fans should expect little change in his content, with the same podcast format and voice they have come to know.

Speaking on Pardon My Take, Russillo addressed the challenges he faced with his previous podcast distribution, particularly issues around Spotify feeds.

“The feed issue is a big reason,” he said. “When you go to market and luckily you guys never really have to because you’re so powerful. When you start walking into these meetings and it’s like, ‘Where’s your feed?’ and I don’t have my feed, it’s massive. It’s a massive, massive difference. So luckily this time around, any new place I was talking to was like, ‘Okay, we can figure out a way to get you your feed after a certain amount of time.’”

Russillo revealed the details earlier this month on his current platform. Noting that the upcoming show will feature a new podcast feed and YouTube channel, encouraging listeners to subscribe ahead of the debut.

“The new podcast starts November 3. We need you to subscribe to this new feed. None of that stuff is coming with me,” Russillo said earlier this month referencing his podcast will remain property of Spotify. Emphasizing that fans will need to make the switch to follow the show’s next iteration.

The new venture will see longtime collaborators Steve Ceruti and Kyle Crichton joining Russillo as part of the transition. Both have worked closely with him in past roles. Helping shape the tone, production, and chemistry that have defined Russillo’s work since his days with ESPN and The Ringer.

Ceruti is a senior podcast manager at The Ringer. He was previously involved in The Bill Simmons Podcast and was a co-host of The Ringer Soccer Show. Crichton also previously produced The Bill Simmons Podcast and is Simmons’ nephew.

Russillo also reflected on social media’s reaction to his move. He noted that online responses have mirrored those he received during previous career transitions.

“The last week has been a bit of a reminder,” he said, “When I left ESPN and went to The Ringer and then Spotify, it was like the second I started putting out content, here we go, now that he’s not at ESPN anymore. I’m literally the exact same person. And so it was a nice little reminder seven years later that it’s happening all over again. Like you say one nice thing about Sabrina Carpenter and it’s like, ‘Oh, he fits in perfect with Portoy.’ Weirdo.”

Despite the attention surrounding his move, Russillo emphasized continuity in his podcasting approach.

“To me, it’s the exact same show. It’s three days a week. We may change up some of the release times a little bit, because maybe some of those later Friday ones that were coming out kind of late—especially if it’s hitting the East Coast at 5:00 in the afternoon on a Friday—isn’t the optimum time to drop new stuff. But yeah, probably a little bit more active on a couple other things. But I don’t—I mean, I’ve been doing this a long time. I don’t know. If anything, it’d be exhausting to try to be somebody different.”

The move to Barstool Sports comes at a time when Russillo has cultivated a loyal audience that spans multiple platforms. The decision to join Barstool, a media company known for blending sports coverage with pop culture commentary, allows him to maintain creative control while potentially reaching new listeners.

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FCC Chair Brendan Carr ‘Very Open to the Idea’ of Revoking Broadcast Licenses

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FCC Chair Brendan Carr ‘Very Open to the Idea’ of Revoking Broadcast Licenses

FCC Chair Brendan Carr has been unafraid of ruffling feathers since assuming the position with the commission. He’s now turning his attention to the licenses held by broadcasters.

It isn’t the first time that Carr has spoken about broadcast licenses. Late last year, he argued that the “status quo” surrounding “legacy media” needs to change.

In an interview with Media Research Center President David Bozell, Carr said that he remains open to revoking licenses from broadcasters.

“I’ve said from the get-go: Broadcast licenses are not sacred cows. If you think there’s nothing you can do to lose a license, then it’s not a license. That’s called a property right. And that’s something very fundamentally different,” Carr said.

“And so, I’m very open to the idea that there’s broadcasters out there that may very well end up losing their licenses. Now, of course, there’s a whole process that has to be run there that people don’t really focus on.”

Carr added that it’s his belief that leading the FCC means he has a duty to “reinvigorate the public interest standard.”

“Licensed broadcast television is fundamentally different from any other form of communication, whether it’s a cable channel, a podcast, or a soapbox on the street. None of those are licensed by the FCC, and therefore, what we want there is the most wide-open and robust debate possible,” continued Carr.

“When it comes to licensed broadcast TV, they have an FCC license, which means they have a public interest obligation. They’ve been given a monopoly on the airwaves by the federal government, and in exchange for that, they need to serve the needs of their local communities.”

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Michael Jordan’s Debut Appearance on NBC Sports Draws Reaction From Sports Media

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Michael Jordan’s Debut Appearance on NBC Sports Draws Reaction From Sports Media

NBC’s long-awaited return to NBA coverage Tuesday night came with a familiar face — and voice — from basketball’s golden era. Michael Jordan appeared as a “special contributor” during the debut broadcast, offering reflections on competition, legacy, and life beyond the game.

Jordan joined play-by-play voice Mike Tirico at halftime of the Oklahoma City Thunder–Houston Rockets season opener for the debut of MJ: Insights to Excellence, a new recurring segment NBC Sports plans to feature throughout the season.

While Jordan has mostly avoided public commentary since selling his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets, he told Tirico he views this new role as a way to “give back” to basketball.

“I have an obligation to the game of basketball,” Jordan said. “As a basketball player, it’s about passing on messages of success and dedication to the game.”

The moment carried extra weight for NBC, which last aired NBA games in 2002. The network leaned heavily into nostalgia to mark its return, opening the night with player memories — or, in many cases, the lack thereof — from the original NBA on NBC era. Jordan was a central figure in that first NBC era, dominating Sunday afternoons during the 1990s as the Chicago Bulls built a dynasty. More than two decades later, his on-screen presence came with a mix of humility and humor.

However the short and un-newsworthy commentary draw mixed reaction from sports media online following Jordan’s debut appearance on NBC Sports.

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Stefan Schellhas Named iHeartMedia Market President for Cincinnati

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Stefan Schellhas Named iHeartMedia Market President for Cincinnati

iHeartMedia has tapped Stefan Schellhas as its new Market President for Cincinnati, effective immediately.

In his new role, Schellhas will oversee all operations across the Cincinnati cluster. Managing a portfolio that includes broadcast, digital, social, and live event assets. He will be responsible for expanding advertiser relationships and driving new revenue opportunities across iHeart’s platforms while strengthening the company’s connection with local audiences.

Schellhas will report to Dave Carwile, Division President of the Midwest and Southeast for iHeartMedia.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Stefan Schellhas as the new Market President for iHeartMedia Cincinnati,” said Carwile. “Stefan brings not only a strategic vision and proven leadership, but also a deep-rooted understanding of the Cincinnati market. Having spent years building relationships and driving results across the region. He knows the pulse of the city and what resonates with our listeners and advertising partners.”

Schellhas joins iHeartMedia from Sinclair. Where he most recently served as Vice President and General Manager of Local 12 News, Star 64, and CW Cincinnati. Before that, he was the company’s Director of Sales. His career began in radio at WGRR-FM, giving him firsthand experience in the medium he’s now returning to lead. A graduate of Xavier University, Schellhas is well-known within the Cincinnati business community for his local insight and collaborative approach.

For Schellhas, the move represents a homecoming.

“My career started with an internship at 700 WLW, so returning truly feels like coming full circle,” Schellhas said. “While consumer media habits—driven by technology—have evolved exponentially, what hasn’t changed is that ‘content is king,’ and iHeart continues to lead the way in the audio space. I’m honored to work alongside such a passionate team here in Cincinnati, and together we’ll continue to serve our advertisers and the Greater Cincinnati community.”

The appointment comes as iHeartMedia continues to emphasize its multi-platform strength and local market leadership. With a mix of broadcast radio, live events, and digital products—including its iHeartRadio app—Cincinnati remains a key hub for the company’s Midwest operations.

iHeartMedia’s Cincinnati portfolio includes some of the market’s most recognizable brands and influential personalities, and Schellhas’s addition signals a continued investment in local leadership.

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Apple Executive Eddy Cue Believes Sports Viewing Experience Has “Gone Backwards”

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Apple Executive Eddy Cue Believes Sports Viewing Experience Has “Gone Backwards”

Apple’s Senior Vice President of Services Eddy Cue believes the current sports viewing experience has regressed — and he says the fix lies in more bundling and collaboration among streaming platforms.

Speaking at Motorsport Network’s Autosport Business Exchange in New York City, Cue didn’t mince words about the fragmentation facing sports fans.

“We’ve gone backwards,” Cue said. “You used to buy one subscription, your cable subscription, and you got pretty much everything they had. Now, there’s so many different subscriptions, so I think that needs to be fixed.”

Cue’s comments come as Apple continues to expand its sports footprint. The company just announced a five-year, $140 million per year deal for exclusive U.S. rights to Formula 1. Adding to its growing lineup that includes Major League Soccer and MLB’s Friday Night Baseball. Apple TV+ currently costs $12.99 per month.

Even as Apple becomes more involved in sports media, Cue was candid about the industry’s larger issue — too many siloed services creating a frustrating experience for consumers.

“If I’m a league and I have two partners, it should be very easy for me to go between them and do all kinds of things like picture-in-picture, but I can’t,” he said. “So I think there are definitely solutions to some of these. It’s harder, but that’s why we’re all here.”

Cue said the solution is simple in theory but complex in execution: more bundling and stronger partnerships. He emphasized that convenience and accessibility are key to growing sports audiences — especially among younger viewers.

Apple’s approach to sports rights differs from its competitors. Cue said the company prefers full ownership of a league’s rights portfolio rather than splitting packages among multiple broadcasters. While acknowledging that sports like F1 are still small in U.S. viewership compared to traditional leagues, Cue said their global reach presents massive potential.

“The truth is, it’s not huge yet. When you compare it from a sports point of view, that’s pretty tiny. So there’s a huge potential for the sport,” he said.

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Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos Says Company Is Not Interested in Owning Legacy Media Networks

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Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos Says Company Is Not Interested in Owning Legacy Media Networks

Netflix isn’t looking to buy its way into legacy media anytime soon — including a potential buy of Warner Bros. Discovery. During the company’s third-quarter earnings call Tuesday, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos was quick to shoot down speculation that the streaming giant might be in play for a merger or acquisition following Warner Bros. Discovery’s announcement on Tuesday that it’s reviewing “strategic alternatives,” including a possible sale.

“We’ve been very clear in the past that we have no interest in owning legacy media networks,” Sarandos said. “There’s no change there.”

His comments came just hours after Warner Bros. Discovery confirmed it had received unsolicited interest from multiple parties and was exploring its options. That immediately reignited speculation about which media giants might try to combine or break apart next.

Reports quickly floated potential suitors ranging from Paramount Skydance to Comcast and even Netflix itself.

But Sarandos’s tone made clear that Netflix is not looking to become a traditional media conglomerate. While the company has occasionally been linked to possible partnerships or library acquisitions, its long-term strategy continues to center on internal growth and streaming innovation rather than legacy asset deals.

“It’s true that historically, we have been more builders than buyers,” Sarandos said. “We think we have plenty of runway for growth without fundamentally changing that playbook.”

The comments came as Netflix stock fell roughly 6% in after-hours trading following an earnings miss on both revenue and profit. Still, the company’s forward guidance was strong. Netflix expects better-than-anticipated results in the current quarter and reaffirmed its full-year revenue outlook at the high end of its $44.8 billion to $45.2 billion range.

Sarandos said Netflix will continue to evaluate opportunities but will stay selective. Each potential deal, he noted, is weighed against strict criteria — whether it enhances the company’s entertainment portfolio, aligns with its strategic goals, or delivers more value than building the same capabilities internally.

“Nothing is a must-have for us to meet the goals we have for the business,” he said. “We can be and we will be choosy.”

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