Silver Tribe Media’s Neal Carruth is Ready to Build Something Bigger

"One of the big draws for me at Silver Tribe was the ability to help clients with everything that I've learned over two decades plus in radio and podcasting."

FOX Nation Signs First Live Sports Broadcast Partnership With PBR

"PBR is an incredibly unique sport with an unrivaled, passionate fan base, and it’s a great addition to the entire FOX Nation viewer experience"

Howard Eskin Believes Sports Radio’s Decline Due To Lack of Talent

"It’s just good cop, bad cop. I'll take this side, you take this side. Whether they believe it or not. After a while, I think people know that it's bulls**t"

Big Machine, Joel Klaiman Unveil New Imprint: Ascend Music

The venture aims to spotlight cross-genre talent and build on the proven formula of multi-format success between Klaiman and BMLG Founder, Chairman & CEO Scott Borchetta.

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Oliver Darcy, Jon Passantino to Launch ‘Power Lines’ Podcast

Power Lines will debut on July 11th and will produce weekly episodes, releasing on Fridays.

103.5 WKTU Turns ‘War of the Roses’ Into Animated Series

“This show lets you feel the drama all around you — inspired by true stories, brought to life in a whole new way,” Hamilton said.

Z100 Announces Free Summer Bash Concert at Hudson Yards

Entry to the show is free, giving fans the opportunity to enjoy major acts in one of the city’s most dynamic venues.

KMOX Announces Multi-Year Broadcast Rights Extension With St. Louis Cardinals

"We know how much this team means to St. Louis, and we're dedicated to providing the most in-depth, passionate coverage for our loyal listeners"

CNN Headlines FAST Channel Relaunches, Brad Smith Joins As Anchor

More live and original programming is expected to be produced for the updated version of the channel, with a new show called CNN Headline Express to air at 7 AM and 11 AM ET.

Can Sports Radio Still Recruit the Former Athlete?

"For sports radio to be persuasive, it needs to be believable. For sports radio to be believable, it must remain credible"

How Mike McVay’s Journey Led Him to the Radio Hall of Fame

“I was shocked. I mean, it just didn't register at first. But it means so much to me because, again, you think of where you started and what motivated you to get into it.”

20 Brands In 20 Days: Rick Strauss, 98 Rock Baltimore

A lot of people say it, but I think this company and this station really walk it in terms of local personality-driven community-engaged radio.

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Why Urban Radio’s Future Depends on a Bold Rebrand Strategy

Think about what’s trending now in music, video, entertainment, and social media. Are you where your listeners are?

Tucker Carlson Was Justified to Interview Iran’s President

Some act as if simply airing the thoughts of a foreign leader is “propaganda.” That’s an intellectually lazy position.

Where Kirk Herbstreit Misfired on Being a Fan Working for ESPN

“The guy showed that he has a fundamental misunderstanding of where ESPN and other broadcast outlets are and what matters to their audience in the modern day.”

Rebuilding the Adult Contemporary Playbook

The Playbook is created to share and review with new team members, and to have at the ready for review when questions arise.

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Radio & Podcasts

Howard Eskin Believes Sports Radio’s Decline Due To Lack of Talent

"It’s just good cop, bad cop. I'll take this side, you take this side. Whether they believe it or not. After a while, I think people know that it's bulls**t"

Big Machine, Joel Klaiman Unveil New Imprint: Ascend Music

The venture aims to spotlight cross-genre talent and build on the proven formula of multi-format success between Klaiman and BMLG Founder, Chairman & CEO Scott Borchetta.

Oliver Darcy, Jon Passantino to Launch ‘Power Lines’ Podcast

Power Lines will debut on July 11th and will produce weekly episodes, releasing on Fridays.

103.5 WKTU Turns ‘War of the Roses’ Into Animated Series

“This show lets you feel the drama all around you — inspired by true stories, brought to life in a whole new way,” Hamilton said.

Z100 Announces Free Summer Bash Concert at Hudson Yards

Entry to the show is free, giving fans the opportunity to enjoy major acts in one of the city’s most dynamic venues.

KMOX Announces Multi-Year Broadcast Rights Extension With St. Louis Cardinals

"We know how much this team means to St. Louis, and we're dedicated to providing the most in-depth, passionate coverage for our loyal listeners"

KXnO Reveals New Programming Lineup

"Couldn’t be more thrilled to be moving back to afternoons starting today with Lucas Strain on Off The Bench."

Mark Robertson to Retire After 48 Years at 98.7 The River

Mark Robertson, morning host at AC 98.7 The River in Savannah, GA, has announced his retirement after 48 years with the station.

Dollywood Radio Launches on iHeartRadio App

The station will feature Parton’s music along with her favorite Country, Bluegrass and Southern Gospel.

WBEN NewsRadio Adds Joe Beamer to Early Afternoons in Revamped Daily Lineup

"I do have to say this is awesome and I am very grateful. It's a little different when your name is on it."

WEEI Host Greg Hill Remembers Former Co-Host Lyndon Byers

"I am gutted by the passing of our pal, Lyndon Byers, over the weekend."

Television & Streaming

FOX Nation Signs First Live Sports Broadcast Partnership With PBR

"PBR is an incredibly unique sport with an unrivaled, passionate fan base, and it’s a great addition to the entire FOX Nation viewer experience"

CNN Headlines FAST Channel Relaunches, Brad Smith Joins As Anchor

More live and original programming is expected to be produced for the updated version of the channel, with a new show called CNN Headline Express to air at 7 AM and 11 AM ET.

ESPN, Big East Agree to New Multi-Year Streaming Rights Agreement

The two sides have reached a six-year agreement that will bring a substantial package of Big East sports to ESPN+, the network’s current direct-to-consumer streaming platform

FOX Sports Concacaf Gold Cup Final Sets New Viewership Record

The 2025 final saw a staggering 239% increase in viewership over the 2023 Gold Cup Final on Fox, which drew 1.1 million viewers for the Mexico vs. Panama matchup

Will Blackmon Joins ‘Good Morning Football’ Roster on NFL Network

"I’m fired up to announce that I’ll be OFFICIALLY joining the Good Morning Football roster for the entire 2025–2026 NFL season as an on air contributor."

Don La Greca Named Lead Play-By-Play Voice for New Jersey Devils on MSG Networks

"To work with the legend Ken Daneyko makes it that much sweeter. I can’t wait for the season to start"

ESPN Announces Comprehensive Coverage Plans for MLB All Star Week

"Veteran play-by-play voice Karl Ravech returns for his ninth consecutive year on the call, joined by analysts Eduardo Pérez and Todd Frazier"

Trump Media Launches Streaming Platform for Newsmax, Truth+ Brands

"There is clearly a need globally for fresh perspectives on the great issues of our day, and we’re laying the groundwork to challenge the woke news monolith with hard-hitting, non-woke reporting and commentary.”

Tucker Carlson After Interview with Iranian President: ‘We Know We’ll Be Criticized’

"Our view -- which has remained consistent over time -- is that American citizens have the Constitutional right and the God-given right to all the information they can gather about matters that affect them."

Bob Costas: A Lot of Sports Journalism Has Been “Diminished”

"Everything, every sport, every game is accessible. That takes away some of the excitement"

The Watch: Anderson Cooper 360, CNN

Cooper has remained a fixture at CNN for as long as I can remember. Is it still at the top of his game?

Fox News Host Will Cain, NewsNation Host Ashleigh Banfield Make First Appearances on YouTube Podcast Charts

The Joe Rogan Experience remained in the top spot for the week of June 23rd through June 29th.
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Business

Silver Tribe Media’s Neal Carruth is Ready to Build Something Bigger

"One of the big draws for me at Silver Tribe was the ability to help clients with everything that I've learned over two decades plus in radio and podcasting."

ESPN Tops Digital and Social Rankings Again in May

The multimedia sports giant reached nearly two-thirds of all U.S. adults—63% to be exact—through its expansive network of ESPN Digital, YouTube, and social platforms

Rogers Becomes Majority Owner of Maple Leafs, Raptors and More After MLSE Buyout

"Live sports are a core part of our business and core to the fans who live and breathe every moment"

Radio Ads Work Best When They Tell a Great Story

I was recently with a client, and during the CNA, she used a phrase I have rarely heard before from a client. “I simply want someone to tell our story.”

ESPN Elevates Andy Green to Vice President, Non-Traditional Productions

"I’m proud to now lead the mission that first inspired us. I’m committed to pushing boundaries, strengthening conference relationships, and guiding a team that carries forward the vision and purpose at the core of Non-Traditional Productions"

Microsoft AI, English Premier League Enter Five-Year Agreement

"We look forward to working together over the next five years to deliver more innovative experiences to supporters around the world."

Silver Tribe Media Names Neal Carruth as New General Manager

"I’m so excited to help talent, brands, and properties build in this fast-changing digital media environment.”

Big Beautiful Bill Helping Political Advertising Surge in Off-Year

In total, $721 million has been spent in political advertising during the first six months of 2025.

Beasley Media Group Sells 98.7 The Shark In Tampa To EMF

The company announced a definitive agreement to sell 98.7 The Shark to Educational Media Foundation (EMF) for a reported $8 million.

On3 Adds Brett McMurphy as Senior National College Football Insider

"I’m thrilled to join the premier college football digital sports media company."

iHeartMedia, Audacy Announce Content Distribution Partnership

"This is an exciting day for our industry as the addition of Audacy’s stations to iHeartRadio maximizes radio’s presence across the country as the most listened to and trusted medium for audiences and consumers"

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