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Sportsradio 96.7/1310 The Ticket Celebrating 31 Years on the Air

Sports Audio January 24, 2025 0

"It’s a remarkable property that we are all extremely proud of."

Justin Shackil Leaves New York Yankees Postgame Hosting Role on WFAN

Sports Audio January 24, 2025 0

"Thank you to the Yankees and WFAN for giving me one of the best seats in the house the last few seasons."

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

Sports Audio January 23, 2025 0

The sponsorship deal between the Pivot Podcast and Fanatics...

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

Sports Audio January 23, 2025 0

"Cameron and Sydel have a unique ability to connect with people and let their authentic selves shine."

Charlotte Wilder Leaves Meadowlark Media

Sports Audio January 23, 2025 0

"Excited for what’s next, and I’ll see you on the internet."

Sports Columns

Kirk Herbstreit’s Emotional Reaction to Ohio State Win Made for Great Television

Sports Columns January 24, 2025 0

Kirk Herbstreit didn't wake up and tell himself he was going to get emotional over a game on live television, it just happened. It was real.

Is Market Mobility Still a Thing in Sports Radio?

Sports Columns January 21, 2025 0

Market mobility, when it existed, was the sign of a company and boss that took an interest in what came out of their listeners’ speakers.

Broadcast Agents are Focused on Digital Opportunities, Why Aren’t More Radio Stations?

Sports Columns January 17, 2025 0

You have zero opportunity to succeed in the future. Your station is what people commonly refer to as 'Dead Man Walking'.

NBA GameTime on NBA TV is Hoops Heaven for Any Fan of ‘The Association’

Sports Columns January 16, 2025 0

The show is a thorough and complete package for NBA viewers meting out a perfectly prescribed dose of highlights, analysis, news, and previews.

Is Access Losing Its Value in Sports Media?

Sports Columns January 14, 2025 0

We’re in an age where access comes at the expense of actual content. The decision makers have decided that it trumps quality, and that sucks.

Sports Television

Erika Ayers Badan Joins Vice Media Board of Directors

Sports Video January 24, 2025 0

"I have always had so much respect for the Vice brand and mission to be an authentic and alternative voice."

U.S. Department of Justice Requests Reopening of NFL Sunday Ticket Case

Sports Video January 24, 2025 0

"The United States urges this Court to vacate the judgment and remand for further proceedings."

Josh Getzoff Has Made the Move to Television on SportsNet Pittsburgh

Sports Video January 24, 2025 0

"I’ve always been a believer that the only thing you can control is your preparation."

‘Bussin’ With the Boys’ & FanDuel Agree to ‘Lavish’ Deal Per Report

Sports Video January 24, 2025 0

Will Compton and Taylor Lewan’s Bussin’ With the Boys...

Comcast Introduces New Sports and News Video Bundle

Sports Video January 24, 2025 0

Networks owned by Comcast, The Walt Disney Company, FOX Corporation and Paramount Global are among the offerings in this bundle.

News Radio

KYW Newsradio Celebrating Diamond Anniversary in 2025

News Audio January 24, 2025 0

"I'm in awe of our team and their impact on the community, and we’re excited to dedicate this year to those who have devoted their lives to reporting the facts.”

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

News Audio January 23, 2025 0

The show is the latest program inside the duo's podcast network, which was launched in 2023.

Cumulus Media Promotes Pete Mundo to Vice President of News/Talk

News Audio January 22, 2025 0

"Pete is among our most dynamic leaders, in ANY format.

Westwood One Shifts America at Night with Rich Valdes to New Timeslot With 25 New Affiliates

News Audio January 22, 2025 0

"I’m super excited to be on all of these new stations in great cities, and welcome all of our new listeners to join our live late-night national town hall conversation..."

New Jersey 101.5 Morning Host Bill Spadea to Exit to Focus on State Governor’s Race

News Audio January 21, 2025 0

After Spadea's exit, the station's News Director -- Eric Scott -- will step into the timeslot on an interim basis.

News Columns

News/Talk Radio Can’t Turn on Cruise Control Just Because Donald Trump is Back in the White House

News Columns January 24, 2025 0

How long can the celebration go on from a listener's perspective before it's repetitive and boring?

It’s Time for Local TV to Take a Page From the Local Radio Playbook

News Columns January 24, 2025 0

For the longest time, local TV has lived in a box full of untouchable glamour.

How Will Donald Trump’s Second Term Impact CNN and MSNBC’s Ratings?

News Columns January 22, 2025 0

Ratings are down for MSNBC and CNN. Conventional wisdom says they won't just go down without a fight.

3 Ways News/Talk Radio Programmers Can Create Masterful Promos

News Columns January 21, 2025 0

Every news/talk station is a living, breathing, entity. You must demonstrate that fact every hour of each day.

The Lesson Radio Can Learn from the Latest CES Event in Las Vegas

News Columns January 20, 2025 0

Most of what you see and hear at CES isn’t at all what the future will be like, or it’s an overblown, overstated version of what’s coming next.

News Television

Fox News Host Will Cain ‘Incredibly Humbled and Grateful’ After Debut Show Sees 3.5 Million Viewers

News Video January 24, 2025 0

"This show is going to grow exponentially over time in every way.”

Norah O’Donnell Signs Off of CBS Evening News

News Video January 24, 2025 0

"From the bottom of my heart, thank you for trusting us and welcoming hard news with heart into your homes."

NBC News Prepares for ‘Small Scale’ Layoffs

News Video January 24, 2025 0

The network will hope to streamline its newsgathering operations with the reduction in force.

Ratings Roundup: Fox News, NewsNation See Record Highs Due to Inauguration, Face the Nation Leads Sunday Show Challengers

News Video January 24, 2025 0

Fox News saw it's largest audience in presidential inauguration history Monday as Donald Trump took the oath of office.

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

News Video January 23, 2025 0

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

Music News

Rich Media Names Don Jarrett OM In Idaho Falls

Music News January 24, 2025 0

Jarrett will continue his role as PD and morning host for The Wolf 96.1/102.1.

CRS Names Mark ‘Hawkeye’ Louis Winner Of 2025 Tom Rivers Humanitarian Award

Music News January 24, 2025 0

The Tom Rivers Humanitarian Award is awarded to an individual who displays a magnanimous spirit of caring and generosity in service to his or her community.

Froggy 100.3/107.3 Milwaukee Fills Out On Air Lineup

Music News January 23, 2025 0

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

Brett Andrews Confirms Departure From iHeartMedia Milwaukee and Madison

Music News January 23, 2025 0

“The Brett Andrews Radio will no longer be heard on BIG FM Milwaukee, Z104 Madison, or KISS FM Chicago.”

Promo Meeting: Surprising and Delighting the Audience With Fun Ideas and Cool Prizes

Music News January 23, 2025 0

I used to tell air talent that they should have an answer to this question at the end of their shift. “What did I do to delight and surprise the listener today?”

Music Columns

News/Talk Radio Can’t Turn on Cruise Control Just Because Donald Trump is Back in the White House

News Columns January 24, 2025 0

How long can the celebration go on from a listener's perspective before it's repetitive and boring?

It’s Time for Local TV to Take a Page From the Local Radio Playbook

News Columns January 24, 2025 0

For the longest time, local TV has lived in a box full of untouchable glamour.

How Will Donald Trump’s Second Term Impact CNN and MSNBC’s Ratings?

News Columns January 22, 2025 0

Ratings are down for MSNBC and CNN. Conventional wisdom says they won't just go down without a fight.

3 Ways News/Talk Radio Programmers Can Create Masterful Promos

News Columns January 21, 2025 0

Every news/talk station is a living, breathing, entity. You must demonstrate that fact every hour of each day.

The Lesson Radio Can Learn from the Latest CES Event in Las Vegas

News Columns January 20, 2025 0

Most of what you see and hear at CES isn’t at all what the future will be like, or it’s an overblown, overstated version of what’s coming next.

Podcasting

Fox News Contributor Raymond Arroyo to Launch Show with iHeartPodcasts

Podcasting January 8, 2025 0

Fox News contributor Raymond Arroyo has announced the launch...

‘Music Saved Me’ With Lynn Hoffman Joins iHeartPodcasts Network

Podcasting January 7, 2025 0

The show features compelling stories of passion and resilience, showcasing musicians who have navigated their challenges.

YouTube ‘Investing Heavily’ to Support Audio, Podcast Content

Podcasting December 18, 2024 0

“Google has lots of places where this content could live, and we’re talking with many of those teams, and we will look to integrate into all of those services as it makes sense.”

Brian Stelter to Exit ‘Inside the Hive’ Podcast with Vanity Fair

Podcasting December 13, 2024 0

"Every week, I learned something new from the guests here at the table, and I hope you did as well."

SiriusXM CEO Jennifer Witz: Podcasting ‘Provides the Best Opportunity For Us to Monetize Through Advertising’

Podcasting December 11, 2024 0

"We can look to pursue a slightly broader set of audiences, because we’re selling to advertisers across audiences and they want to make sure they have younger audiences as well.”

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Sports Radio

Sportsradio 96.7/1310 The Ticket Celebrating 31 Years on the Air

Sports Audio January 24, 2025 0

"It’s a remarkable property that we are all extremely proud of."

Justin Shackil Leaves New York Yankees Postgame Hosting Role on WFAN

Sports Audio January 24, 2025 0

"Thank you to the Yankees and WFAN for giving me one of the best seats in the house the last few seasons."

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

Sports Audio January 23, 2025 0

The sponsorship deal between the Pivot Podcast and Fanatics...

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

Sports Audio January 23, 2025 0

"Cameron and Sydel have a unique ability to connect with people and let their authentic selves shine."

Charlotte Wilder Leaves Meadowlark Media

Sports Audio January 23, 2025 0

"Excited for what’s next, and I’ll see you on the internet."

Sports Columns

Kirk Herbstreit’s Emotional Reaction to Ohio State Win Made for Great Television

Sports Columns January 24, 2025 0

Kirk Herbstreit didn't wake up and tell himself he was going to get emotional over a game on live television, it just happened. It was real.

Is Market Mobility Still a Thing in Sports Radio?

Sports Columns January 21, 2025 0

Market mobility, when it existed, was the sign of a company and boss that took an interest in what came out of their listeners’ speakers.

Broadcast Agents are Focused on Digital Opportunities, Why Aren’t More Radio Stations?

Sports Columns January 17, 2025 0

You have zero opportunity to succeed in the future. Your station is what people commonly refer to as 'Dead Man Walking'.

NBA GameTime on NBA TV is Hoops Heaven for Any Fan of ‘The Association’

Sports Columns January 16, 2025 0

The show is a thorough and complete package for NBA viewers meting out a perfectly prescribed dose of highlights, analysis, news, and previews.

Is Access Losing Its Value in Sports Media?

Sports Columns January 14, 2025 0

We’re in an age where access comes at the expense of actual content. The decision makers have decided that it trumps quality, and that sucks.

Sports Television

Erika Ayers Badan Joins Vice Media Board of Directors

Sports Video January 24, 2025 0

"I have always had so much respect for the Vice brand and mission to be an authentic and alternative voice."

U.S. Department of Justice Requests Reopening of NFL Sunday Ticket Case

Sports Video January 24, 2025 0

"The United States urges this Court to vacate the judgment and remand for further proceedings."

Josh Getzoff Has Made the Move to Television on SportsNet Pittsburgh

Sports Video January 24, 2025 0

"I’ve always been a believer that the only thing you can control is your preparation."

‘Bussin’ With the Boys’ & FanDuel Agree to ‘Lavish’ Deal Per Report

Sports Video January 24, 2025 0

Will Compton and Taylor Lewan’s Bussin’ With the Boys...

Comcast Introduces New Sports and News Video Bundle

Sports Video January 24, 2025 0

Networks owned by Comcast, The Walt Disney Company, FOX Corporation and Paramount Global are among the offerings in this bundle.

News Radio

KYW Newsradio Celebrating Diamond Anniversary in 2025

News Audio January 24, 2025 0

"I'm in awe of our team and their impact on the community, and we’re excited to dedicate this year to those who have devoted their lives to reporting the facts.”

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

News Audio January 23, 2025 0

The show is the latest program inside the duo's podcast network, which was launched in 2023.

Cumulus Media Promotes Pete Mundo to Vice President of News/Talk

News Audio January 22, 2025 0

"Pete is among our most dynamic leaders, in ANY format.

Westwood One Shifts America at Night with Rich Valdes to New Timeslot With 25 New Affiliates

News Audio January 22, 2025 0

"I’m super excited to be on all of these new stations in great cities, and welcome all of our new listeners to join our live late-night national town hall conversation..."

New Jersey 101.5 Morning Host Bill Spadea to Exit to Focus on State Governor’s Race

News Audio January 21, 2025 0

After Spadea's exit, the station's News Director -- Eric Scott -- will step into the timeslot on an interim basis.

News Columns

News/Talk Radio Can’t Turn on Cruise Control Just Because Donald Trump is Back in the White House

News Columns January 24, 2025 0

How long can the celebration go on from a listener's perspective before it's repetitive and boring?

It’s Time for Local TV to Take a Page From the Local Radio Playbook

News Columns January 24, 2025 0

For the longest time, local TV has lived in a box full of untouchable glamour.

How Will Donald Trump’s Second Term Impact CNN and MSNBC’s Ratings?

News Columns January 22, 2025 0

Ratings are down for MSNBC and CNN. Conventional wisdom says they won't just go down without a fight.

3 Ways News/Talk Radio Programmers Can Create Masterful Promos

News Columns January 21, 2025 0

Every news/talk station is a living, breathing, entity. You must demonstrate that fact every hour of each day.

The Lesson Radio Can Learn from the Latest CES Event in Las Vegas

News Columns January 20, 2025 0

Most of what you see and hear at CES isn’t at all what the future will be like, or it’s an overblown, overstated version of what’s coming next.

News Television

Fox News Host Will Cain ‘Incredibly Humbled and Grateful’ After Debut Show Sees 3.5 Million Viewers

News Video January 24, 2025 0

"This show is going to grow exponentially over time in every way.”

Norah O’Donnell Signs Off of CBS Evening News

News Video January 24, 2025 0

"From the bottom of my heart, thank you for trusting us and welcoming hard news with heart into your homes."

NBC News Prepares for ‘Small Scale’ Layoffs

News Video January 24, 2025 0

The network will hope to streamline its newsgathering operations with the reduction in force.

Ratings Roundup: Fox News, NewsNation See Record Highs Due to Inauguration, Face the Nation Leads Sunday Show Challengers

News Video January 24, 2025 0

Fox News saw it's largest audience in presidential inauguration history Monday as Donald Trump took the oath of office.

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

News Video January 23, 2025 0

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

Music News

Rich Media Names Don Jarrett OM In Idaho Falls

Music News January 24, 2025 0

Jarrett will continue his role as PD and morning host for The Wolf 96.1/102.1.

CRS Names Mark ‘Hawkeye’ Louis Winner Of 2025 Tom Rivers Humanitarian Award

Music News January 24, 2025 0

The Tom Rivers Humanitarian Award is awarded to an individual who displays a magnanimous spirit of caring and generosity in service to his or her community.

Froggy 100.3/107.3 Milwaukee Fills Out On Air Lineup

Music News January 23, 2025 0

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

Brett Andrews Confirms Departure From iHeartMedia Milwaukee and Madison

Music News January 23, 2025 0

“The Brett Andrews Radio will no longer be heard on BIG FM Milwaukee, Z104 Madison, or KISS FM Chicago.”

Promo Meeting: Surprising and Delighting the Audience With Fun Ideas and Cool Prizes

Music News January 23, 2025 0

I used to tell air talent that they should have an answer to this question at the end of their shift. “What did I do to delight and surprise the listener today?”

Music Columns

News/Talk Radio Can’t Turn on Cruise Control Just Because Donald Trump is Back in the White House

News Columns January 24, 2025 0

How long can the celebration go on from a listener's perspective before it's repetitive and boring?

It’s Time for Local TV to Take a Page From the Local Radio Playbook

News Columns January 24, 2025 0

For the longest time, local TV has lived in a box full of untouchable glamour.

How Will Donald Trump’s Second Term Impact CNN and MSNBC’s Ratings?

News Columns January 22, 2025 0

Ratings are down for MSNBC and CNN. Conventional wisdom says they won't just go down without a fight.

3 Ways News/Talk Radio Programmers Can Create Masterful Promos

News Columns January 21, 2025 0

Every news/talk station is a living, breathing, entity. You must demonstrate that fact every hour of each day.

The Lesson Radio Can Learn from the Latest CES Event in Las Vegas

News Columns January 20, 2025 0

Most of what you see and hear at CES isn’t at all what the future will be like, or it’s an overblown, overstated version of what’s coming next.

Podcasting

Fox News Contributor Raymond Arroyo to Launch Show with iHeartPodcasts

Podcasting January 8, 2025 0

Fox News contributor Raymond Arroyo has announced the launch...

‘Music Saved Me’ With Lynn Hoffman Joins iHeartPodcasts Network

Podcasting January 7, 2025 0

The show features compelling stories of passion and resilience, showcasing musicians who have navigated their challenges.

YouTube ‘Investing Heavily’ to Support Audio, Podcast Content

Podcasting December 18, 2024 0

“Google has lots of places where this content could live, and we’re talking with many of those teams, and we will look to integrate into all of those services as it makes sense.”

Brian Stelter to Exit ‘Inside the Hive’ Podcast with Vanity Fair

Podcasting December 13, 2024 0

"Every week, I learned something new from the guests here at the table, and I hope you did as well."

SiriusXM CEO Jennifer Witz: Podcasting ‘Provides the Best Opportunity For Us to Monetize Through Advertising’

Podcasting December 11, 2024 0

"We can look to pursue a slightly broader set of audiences, because we’re selling to advertisers across audiences and they want to make sure they have younger audiences as well.”