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You're probably thinking, "Ed, why should I care about all that, especially after a holiday weekend?" Both the Quadrennial Report and the Communications Marketplace Report are due this year. It matters because these reports become the basis for changing the media ownership rules.

"The timing of FIFA visitors coming to the USA as we celebrate our 250th birthday is perfect."

"We just give the driver another reason to plug their phone in and leave us behind."

"Five years from now, I don't think employers will ask whether applicants know how to use AI. They'll simply assume they do, just as they assume candidates know how to send an email, edit audio, or post to social media. The differentiator won't be whether you use AI. It'll be how effectively you use it."

"Striewski and Scott do not claim to be comedians, but they are hardly your typical studio desk jockeys. In truth, they are beyond labels. They are simply outstanding SportsCenter anchors who showcase their inimitable humor, genuinely enjoy working together, and produce a broadcast that is equally informative and entertaining."

Taking a chance is almost always a good thing, even when it doesn't feel that way in the moment. So many people treat failure like the worst possible outcome.

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

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

"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."

The shift to digital isn't some looming threat anymore — it already happened, and a lot of the format missed the boat. Now stations need to swim to catch up.