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Nielsen Diary Markets 12+ December 2024 6 am-midnight

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Nielsen Diary Markets 12+ December 2024 6 am-midnight

#87 Colorado Springs

A good month for rock.

Classic Rock KKFM 6.8-6.8

Heritage Rocker KILO 5.9-6.3

Country KCCY posts a nice gain 3.5-4.6

#90 Madison

Classic Hits WOLX hits a three-month high 7.4-8.3

Classic Rock WIBA-FM is flat and holds on to second 6.1-6.0

The University of Wisconsin’s Classical WERN is third 6.3-5.2

#101 Mobile

Urban remains in the top two spots with WDLT back in double digits 9.7-10.2

WBLX 8.3-8.4

AC WMXC drops 6.1-5.4

#105 Wichita

Country KZSN 6.8-6.7

AC KRBB 4.9-6.0

Country KFDI jumps 4.9-5.6

#109 Toledo

AC WRVF enjoys a holiday bump 7.9-9.2

Country WKKO off 8.6-8.1

Top 40 WVKS off half a share 7.0-6.5

You can dive deeper into each market on Barrett Media’s ratings page. Powered by Harker Bos Group.

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Fanatics, ‘Pivot’ Podcast Parting Ways Just 8 Months After Multi-Year Agreement

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Fanatics, ‘Pivot’ Podcast Parting Ways Just 8 Months After Multi-Year Agreement

The sponsorship deal between the Pivot Podcast and Fanatics is over just as soon as it began. According to Front Office Sports, what was once a multi-year deal between Fanatics, which was looking to get into the digital media space, and the popular Podcast starring former NFL stars Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder, and Fred Taylor, is now a relic of the past. FOS says the podcast will now search for new opportunities independently.

“We were excited to partner and work with Fanatics, had some good moments throughout the experience and are looking forward to continuing doing what has made The Pivot the impactful platform it is today. Ryan, Channing and Fred embody a special connection and skill which is one of the most respected and entertaining in the industry—growing that will always be our mission,” Pivot’s executive producer and partner Alicia Zubikowski said to FOS in a statement.

In May, Clark called it a “blessing” to partner with Fanatics, saying, “…obviously now having an opportunity to partner with Fanatics and be a part of Michael Rubin’s team and sort of head their media division, especially when you’re speaking of Alicia and what she’ll be able to do, it just makes so much sense.” The deal between the two sides allegedly ended in late 2024.

Fanatics could have been spurred by recent content-related decisions from gambling companies. DraftKings has elected to shed much of its in-house sports production content by not renewing Mike Golic Sr. and Jr.’s contracts, among others. 

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Froggy 100.3/107.3 Milwaukee Fills Out On Air Lineup

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Froggy 100.3/107.3 Milwaukee Fills Out On Air Lineup

Country Froggy 100.3/107.3 Milwaukee Program Director Gordon Mays checks in with news of a new on-air lineup.

The station launched last November (BMM 11/8/24) and added the nationally syndicated “Big D & Bubba” in December.

The lineup has been completed with the addition of Milwaukee radio vet Julie Davidson for middays, with Mays hosting afternoons.

Speaking of Davidson, Mays told Barrett Media, “Her warm, unique perspective on life in Milwaukee made her an obvious fit as Froggy starts to grow its legs! It’s seriously an exciting place to be right now!”

Adding, “Julie is awesome and has been with the company (Milwaukee Radio Alliance) since 1996 through multiple formats and hosted nearly every shift at some point – best known for her time hosting middays on sister B93.3 WLDB-FM.”

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Cameron Brink, Sydel Curry-Lee to Launch New Weekly Show with Wave Sports & Entertainment

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Cameron Brink, Sydel Curry-Lee to Launch New Weekly Show with Wave Sports & Entertainment

Wave Sports & Entertainment has announced that it will be launching a new weekly series featuring Los Angeles Sparks forward Cameron Brink and co-host Sydel Curry-Lee. The venture, which is titled Straight to Cam, will make its official premiere on Tuesday, Jan. 28 and release new episodes every Tuesday. Brink had an abbreviated rookie season in the WNBA after tearing her ACL and is in the midst of her recovery, but is widely regarded as one of the brightest stars in the game. Working alongside Curry, her godsister and the sibling of four-time NBA champion Stephen Curry, the duo will discuss topics pertaining to professional sports and entertainment.

The program will implement in-studio guests who have unscripted and candid conversations with no topics that are off limits. PrizePicks has signed on as a partner for the debut of the Wave program, which will look to illuminate the personalities of Brink and Curry. Consumers can find the podcast on major audio dissemination platforms, YouTube and other social media verticals.

“Wave’s reputation as a leader in athlete-driven storytelling makes them the perfect partner to share my journey and bring fans closer to my world on and off the court,” Brink said in a statement. “With ‘Straight to Cam,’ we’re not just talking about sports—we’re creating a space to celebrate the culture, community, and candid moments that make life in the W so unique. I can’t wait for everyone to come along for the ride.”

The program joins the Wave Sports & Entertainment portfolio that contains a variety of podcasts hosted by athletes and those connected to the sports media space. Travis and Jason Kelce host New Heights under the platform, while Kylie Kelce stars on the new program Not Gonna Lie. Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George presents Podcast P, and former NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony takes part in 7PM in Brooklyn. Wave has generated over 3.6 billion impressions over the last year amid its portfolio of original content.

“Cameron and Sydel have a unique ability to connect with people and let their authentic selves shine,” Mack Sovereign, chief content officer at Wave Sports & Entertainment, said in a statement. “Their chemistry and shared history will stand out in a crowded space, and we’re excited to add this dynamic duo to our growing slate of hit series.”

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Clay Travis & Buck Sexton to Launch New ‘Team 47’ Podcast Centered on Donald Trump Administration

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Clay Travis & Buck Sexton to Launch New ‘Team 47’ Podcast Centered on Donald Trump Administration

Clay Travis and Buck Sexton have announced plans to launch a new Donald Trump-focused podcast called Team 47, that will spotlight the new administration.

Releasing new episodes every Sunday, Team 47 will showcase the most important news items from the Trump administration inside The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show podcast feed.

“When you see an awesome play in sports, it’s fun – and sometimes instructive – to watch it again. That’s the goal of Team 47,” explained Travis.

“Not all plays will be stellar, though,” said Sexton. “There will be a few ‘oof’ moments along with the high-fives. But if you want to follow the game, Team 47 is your go-to source for what happened that week.”

“That’s right,” added Travis, “We won the Super Bowl, but there are a ton more games ahead and we want listeners with us on the sidelines.”

The show is the latest program inside The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network, which was launched in 2023. Current shows include podcasts hosted by Tudor Dixon, Lisa Boothe, Karol Markowics, Sean Parnell, and Mary Katharine Ham, among others.

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‘The Breakfast Club’ Partners With Tubi For On Demand FAST Channel

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‘The Breakfast Club’ Partners With Tubi For On Demand FAST Channel

Tubi, an ad-supported streaming service, and iHeartMedia have announced a partnership to bring “The Breakfast Club” radio show and podcast to Tubi viewers.

“The Breakfast Club,” featuring Charlamagne Tha God, DJ Envy, and Jess Hilarious, has a global audience of six million monthly listeners and a substantial following across social media platforms.

Originating from Power 105.1 New York, the Hip-Hop/R&B morning show attracts musicians, entertainers, and politicians, such as former Presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden, former VP Kamala Harris, Snoop Dog, Lizzo, Alicia Keys, and 50 Cent.

“‘The Breakfast Club’ transcends morning shows with honest conversations at the heart of culture,” said Adam Lewinson, Chief Content Officer, Tubi. “At the core of our partnership with iHeartMedia is a shared interest in content that reflects culture and a passion to bring this influential and entertaining show to Tubi’s massive audience for even more fans to discover.”

“The Breakfast Club has become a beacon of popular culture for millions in America on air, online, and socially,” said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia. “This new partnership with Tubi extends the reach of this iconic franchise to new TV audiences everywhere.”

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CNN Sets New Daily Lineup Featuring Changes for Jake Tapper, Wolf Blitzer, Audie Cornish, and Kasie Hunt

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CNN Sets New Daily Lineup Featuring Changes for Jake Tapper, Wolf Blitzer, Audie Cornish, and Kasie Hunt

CNN has announced a new daily lineup as part of an overhaul for the legacy cable news brand, with new roles for hosts like Jake Tapper, Wolf Blitzer, Audie Cornish, and Kasie Hunt.

As part of the new lineup, Rachel Solomon will host 5 Things beginning at 5 AM ET. At 6 AM ET, the network will debut CNN This Morning with Audie Cornish. Cornish steps into the timeslot previously occupied by Kasie Hunt, who moves to a new program in the 4-5 PM ET window called The Arena.

Other changes in the network’s lineup include Wolf Blitzer moving from his longstanding afternoon timeslot to the 10 AM-Noon window alongside Pamela Brown.

With Hunt’s move to the 4 PM ET timeslot, The Lead with Jake Tapper will now be seen in the 5-7 PM ET window, one hour later than previously.

The network’s primetime lineup — featuring Erin Burnett, Anderson Cooper, Kaitlan Collins, and Abby Phillip — remains unchanged.

CNN did not release details for plans in the overnight hours. Previous reporting from former network media reporter Oliver Darcy claimed CEO Mark Thompson had approached Jim Acosta — who had hosted late mornings — to move to the Midnight to 2 AM ET timeslot. That change was not reflected in the new offerings, and Acosta was not mentioned in a release from the network.

CNN’s New Daily Programming Schedule:

  • *5-6a ET: 5 Things with Rahel Solomon
  • *6-7a ET: CNN This Morning with Audie Cornish
  • 7-10a ET: CNN News Central
  • *10a-12p ET: The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer and Pamela Brown 
  • 12-1p ET: Inside Politics with Dana Bash
  • 1-4p ET: CNN News Central
  • *4-5p ET: CNN’s The Arena with Kasie Hunt
  • *5-7p ET: The Lead with Jake Tapper
  • 7-8p ET: Erin Burnett OutFront
  • 8-9p ET: Anderson Cooper 360
  • 9-10p ET: The Source with Kaitlan Collins
  • 10-11p ET: NewsNight with Abby Phillip 
  • 11p-12a ET: Laura Coates Live

*marks change in the network’s lineup

CBS Sports to Present Bills-Chiefs AFC Championship Game, Including On-Site Edition of ‘The NFL Today’

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CBS Sports to Present Bills-Chiefs AFC Championship Game, Including On-Site Edition of ‘The NFL Today’

CBS Sports will present its final live game broadcast of the National Football League playoffs this Sunday, Jan. 26 with a seminal AFC Championship Game emanating from GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs look to move within one victory of becoming the first team to win three consecutive Super Bowl championships, while Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills look to win the conference for the first time since 1993.

The network will feature its lead NFL broadcast team of play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz, analyst Tony Romo and reporter Tracy Wolfson, along with rules analyst Gene Steratore. Furthermore, analyst Jay Feely and reporter Evan Washburn have been listed as being among the game announcers for the contest, which aligns with the crew from last season.

This will be the 27th consecutive year CBS Sports will broadcast the AFC Championship Game, all but six of which have been called by Nantz. The lead play-by-play announcer recently broadcast the 500th NFL game of his career, and he has delivered the Lamar Hunt Trophy to the AFC Champions for the last three seasons. Kickoff for the AFC Championship Game takes place at approximately 6:30 p.m. EST on CBS and streaming live on Paramount+.

The broadcast of the AFC Championship Game last season averaged 55.5 million viewers and a 25.5 rating on CBS, which was the largest audience on record for the game. CBS Sports is coming off having broadcast the most-watched game of the Divisional Round last week, a marquee matchup between the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills that averaged 42.2 million viewers on the network. Paramount Global, which is in the midst of a pending merger with Skydance Media as part of a two-step transaction, is in the third year of a 10-year media rights agreement with the NFL, reportedly worth $2.1 billion annually.

The award-winning pregame show, The NFL Today, will be back on the road for this matchup broadcasting live at 6 p.m. EST. James Brown will host the show and be joined by analysts Nate Burleson, J.J. Watt, Bill Cowher and Matt Ryan live from Kansas City. The team will discuss the quarterback matchup between Mahomes and Allen, along with the Chiefs’ defense in an EyeVision segment. NFL Network host Kyle Brandt will also join the show to break down the quarterbacks, and there will be additional contributions from CBS Sports lead NFL insider Jonathan Jones.

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Shaquille O’Neal, Kenny “The Jet” Smith ‘On the Verge’ of Re-Signing with TNT Sports: Report

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America’s favorite NBA studio show will remain in tact, thanks to new deals for two of its key contributors. According to a report by Alex Sherman of CNBC, longtime studio analysts Shaquille O’Neal and Kenny “The Jet” Smith are on the verge of re-signing with TNT Sports, cementing them as part of the show’s new era under a sublicensing agreement with ESPN.

O’Neal’s deal was confirmed by CNBC to be a five-year deal, while Smith’s was only confirmed to be a “multiyear deal.” A TNT Sports spokesperson declined to comment on the matter when reached by Barrett Media.

CNBC also reports that both were in talks with Amazon’s Prime Video and NBC to join their studio coverage but ultimately chose to remain with TNT, despite the company no longer airing live NBA games. For now, Smith’s quote of “Inside the NBA will always be around” rings true — at least for a few more years.

Sherman reports that Amazon and NBC have had discussions with former All-Star forward Carmelo Anthony to join studio shows and that both companies are looking at current players who may think about retirement after the season as well. Amazon’s Prime Video has announced its studio program surrounding the games, which will include Taylor Rooks, Blake Griffin and Dirk Nowitzki.

This past fall, the NBA reached a new $76 billion broadcasting deal with ESPN, NBC, and Prime Video, leaving TNT and other Turner platforms out in the cold. The NBA and Turner reached an agreement following a lawsuit from the latter allowing TNT Sports access to the league’s footage and likeness for the next 11 years.

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ESPN Promotes Tim Corrigan, Amanda Gifford; Names Andy Tennant VP of Super Bowl Production

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ESPN Promotes Tim Corrigan, Amanda Gifford; Names Andy Tennant VP of Super Bowl Production

Last summer, ESPN underwent a reorganization to its content structure that included the promotion of Mike McQuade to executive vice president of sports production. Under his role, he has had responsibilities surrounding sports-specific studio shows and production at the network. There have been some additional changes regarding structure at the company announced by president of content Burke Magnus, including new reports to McQuade, along with previously announced roles being filled. The event and studio directing team, which is led by vice president Scott Favalora, along with the wraps and content integration teams under vice president Jack Obringer, will now be shifting under the sports production team and report to McQuade.

McQuade retains direct reports such as Linda Schulz and Phil Orlins, and there have also been some additional promotions of management personnel as the company refines its structure. Tim Corrigan, who is in his 38th year with ESPN, has been promoted to senior vice president of sports production, granting him oversight of event and studio productions for the NBA and WNBA. Hilary Guy, who was also promoted to vice president, will report to McQuade and lead NBA and WNBA studio and draft coverage. Coordinating producers Thomas Kintner and Kate Leonard will report to Corrigan as well.

Amanda Gifford has been promoted to senior vice president of sports production, a role that will provide oversight surrounding event and studio production for college football. Moreover, she will lead event and studio production surrounding the UFL, golf, volleyball, lacrosse and gymnastics. Direct reports to Gifford include vice president Bryan Jaroch, who will continue overseeing college football event production plus UFL and golf events, along with vice president Shawn Murphy. Nick Rud, coordinating producer II at the network, will continue working in college football event production, along with college softball and wrestling.

Meg Aronowitz, senior vice president of sports production, will continue overseeing event and studio production for ACC, SEC, NCAA basketball, NCAA Studio and various other properties. Reporting to her are vice presidents David Ceisler and Pete Watters, along with coordinating producer II Andy Green and senior managing producer Dan Kole. Alex Farmartino, who was promoted to vice president of production for ACC Network and NCAA Studio last November, will also report to Aronowitz, along with coordinating producer I Scott Gustafson.

Mark Gross, the senior vice president of sports production, has oversight surrounding event and studio productions for the National Football League. This includes the broadcast of Super Bowl LXI to conclude the 2026 season, which will take place from SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif. and be presented across platforms of The Walt Disney Company. Andy Tennant has been named the vice president of Super Bowl production after he had previously led the creation of E60 for the last 18 years. Additional employees reporting to Gross include vice presidents Seth Markman and Steve Ackels, along with the aforementioned Gustafson, who also leads MLB and college baseball productions.

In addition to the alterations in sports production, ESPN has announced changes in its original content division under senior vice president Brian Lockhart. Jose Morales will oversee productions for E60 and features and add various new reports, including Vin Cannamela, Mike Johns, Heather Lombardo and John Minton. Furthermore, Marsha Cooke is now responsible for external projects, including the 30 for 30 franchise, and adds Lindsay Rovegno and Kati Fernandez as reports.

Craig Lazarus is going to lead a new team dedicated to business operations, working with Morales and Cooke to utilize talent for storytelling endeavors across brands. Additionally, he will be the executive responsible for working with ESPN and Disney/Hulu partners on content integration and optimization while also taking leadership of the ESPYS. New reports with this role consist of Megan Anderson, Maria Delgado, Cath Sankey, Samantha Surface and Sheena Williams.

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