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Peter Schwartz writes weekly sports radio features for Barrett Media. He has been involved in New York sports media for over three decades, and has worked for notable brands such as WFAN, CBS Sports Radio, WCBS 880, ESPN New York, and FOX News Radio. Peter has also served as play by play announcer for the New Yok Riptide, New York Dragons, New York Hitmen, Varsity Media and the Long Island Sports Network. You can find him on Twitter @SchwartzSports or email him at DragonsRadio@aol.com.
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Jeff Thurn, Former ESPN Radio Host, Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud
Jeff Thurn, a former host at ESPN Radio 99.1...
Dave Portnoy: Despite Success of Barstool Sports, People Still Underestimate Me as a Businessman
"And it is wildly irritating."
Chicago Blackhawks Name Charlie Roumeliotis as Host for Radio Network Broadcasts
"I’m thrilled about the journey ahead and eager to engage and inform the team’s loyal fan base.”
ESPN SEC Network Host Peter Burns Says a Missouri Football Fan Saved His Life
Peter Burns, who has been a part of ESPN's...
Mike Francesa: In 20 Years of Mike & The Mad Dog, I Never Opened or Closed The Show or Welcomed in a Phone Caller
"I said to the producer, 'Hey, everybody's gonna always ask me. They think I'm the sports guy. They're gonna ask me every question. We need to have Dog answer the phones.'"
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Adrian ‘Woj’ Wojnarowski Retires from ESPN, Named Men’s Basketball GM at St. Bonaventure
In a surprising announcement, ESPN's Adrian 'Woj' Wojnarowski announced...
New Orleans Pelicans Announce New Media Rights Deal with Gray Media
The NBA's New Orleans Pelicans today announced a new...
Rogers Signs Agreement to Buy Majority Stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment
Rogers Communications Inc. has announced it has signed an...
ESPN Monday Night Football Draws Over 15 Million Viewers
Monday Night Football on ESPN in week 2 drew more...
NBC Tops 20 Million Viewers for Sunday Night Football Week 2
NBC and Sunday Night Football had a big weekend...
News Radio
Total Media Group Launches Conservative Talk Stations ‘The Eagle’ in Southeast Ohio, West Virginia
The entire programming lineups for each station have yet to be announced.
WHAM 1180 Morning Host Todd Hallidy Announces Retirement
"I am thankful I've had the rare opportunity in this industry to finish my career, on my terms, in my hometown."
SiriusXM Triumph Launching New Show Hosted by Nikki Haley
"I’m excited to partner with SiriusXM on a show that breaks down the policies and empowers them with the facts."
Megyn Kelly: ‘Disgusting’ to Allege Rich Lowry Used Racial Slur During My SiriusXM Show
Kelly noted it was clear what happened as Lowry stumbled between the words "immigrants" and "migrants", calling those critical of the guest "disgusting."
Matt Walsh Movie ‘Am I Racist?’ Sees Nearly $5 Million at Box Office During Opening Weekend
"Most mainstream critics have ignored our film."
News Digital
Fox News Digital Sees Strong August Finish in Several Categories
In total, the Fox News mobile app had 6.3 unique visitors during the month.
News Television
CBS News Announces Plans for Vice Presidential Debate Between JD Vance and Tim Walz
The event between the candidates will begin at 9 PM ET, and will be broadcast on CBS, streamed on CBS News 24/7 and Paramount+.
ABC World News Tonight Slightly Grows Ratings Lead Over NBC Nightly News After David Muir Moderates Presidental Debate
The ABC show grew its lead in the demographic by 23% compared to the previous week.
Chris Cuomo: News Media Reaction to Donald Trump Assassination Attempt ‘Unacceptable’
"It’s the second time media and political players have gotten away with playing down what should be a cause for panic."
Don Lemon Returns to CNN For First Time Since High-Profile 2023 Exit
Lemon was a guest on Erin Burnett OutFront to promote his new book "I Once Was Lost."
David Muir on Criticism of ABC News Presidential Debate: ‘That’s Just Noise’
“I believe it was our duty to ask the issues that that Americans care about.”
Music News
Ben Holsen Named PD At Northwestern Media’s KTIS Minneapolis
Since June 2021, Holsen has programmed the "Faith Radio" network for Northwestern's Christian Preaching, which is based at 900 KTIS/Minneapolis.
OM Todd Haller Exits Bahakel Chattanooga
In 2021, Haller joined the cluster after serving as Executive Producer and Brand Manager for the syndicated morning show Bob & Sheri.
Wes Styles Named New Program Director at Lazer 103.3 Des Moines
Styles joins after departing as OM, PD, and morning host at Neuhoff Media’s WIHN (Rock 96.7)/Bloomington, IL, this past August.
New Country 96.3 Dallas And ‘Hawkeye In The Morning’ Host ‘Feed The City’
"We were hoping to hit 30,000 meals, and with the donations we got, we were able to make 41,250 meals on Saturday morning.”
Music Radio Reacts To REO Speedwagon’s Retirement From Touring
Industry reactions were predictable and nostalgic for the band formed in 1967 in Champaign, Illinois.
Technology
Inside the Launch of TJ 98.7
"TJ 98.7 is anchored in morning and afternoon drive by The TJ Show, in a return to NYC for host and Z100 alumni TJ Taormina."
Podcasting
60 Minutes to Debut Companion Podcast Hosted by Seth Doane
"We’re offering more opportunities for viewers to engage with our stories and inviting new audiences to experience the journalism and storytelling that defines us.”
MSNBC Releasing Podcast Series Hosted by Chris Hayes, Jen Psaki, Joy Reid, and Ali Velshi on Project 2025
MSNBC will dedicate four episodes to the "threats" Project 2025 poses to sectors like education and abortion.
Dan Bongino, Megyn Kelly, NPR Shows Remain in Triton Digital Top 10 Podcast Ranker in August
Several news adjacent shows made large jumps throughout the August podcast rankings by Weekly Average Downloads.
Ben Shapiro, Dan Bongino, Tucker Carlson, Chris Hayes, and Rachel Maddow on Edison Research List of Top 10 Conservatve/Liberal Podcasts
The company points out that the rankings are not based on the political party of listeners, but rather the content of the programs before being ranked on average total weekly audiences.
Premiere Networks Founder Steve Lehman Named Vice Chairman of PodcastOne
"His unique knowledge of content and media, and his successful track record and history in merger, roll-up, and consolidation, perfectly aligns with PodcastOne’s strategy and vision for its long-term growth.”
Peter Schwartz writes weekly sports radio features for Barrett Media. He has been involved in New York sports media for over three decades, and has worked for notable brands such as WFAN, CBS Sports Radio, WCBS 880, ESPN New York, and FOX News Radio. Peter has also served as play by play announcer for the New Yok Riptide, New York Dragons, New York Hitmen, Varsity Media and the Long Island Sports Network. You can find him on Twitter @SchwartzSports or email him at DragonsRadio@aol.com.
- Home
- Sports
- News
- Music
- Business
- Originals
- 20 Brands in 20 Days
- Anatomy of a Broadcaster
- Behind The Voices
- BM Podcasts
- BNM Top 20
- BSM Top 20
- Consultants Corner
- Day Spent With
- Eavesdropping
- Meet The Bettors
- Meet The Leaders
- Meet The Market Managers
- Meet The Podcasters
- Public Radio Week
- Saluting Black Broadcasters
- Seller to Seller
- Social Studies
- Where Are They Now
- Voices
- Industry Database
- Members
- Jobs
- Newsletters
- Contact
Sports Radio
Jeff Thurn, Former ESPN Radio Host, Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud
Jeff Thurn, a former host at ESPN Radio 99.1...
Dave Portnoy: Despite Success of Barstool Sports, People Still Underestimate Me as a Businessman
"And it is wildly irritating."
Chicago Blackhawks Name Charlie Roumeliotis as Host for Radio Network Broadcasts
"I’m thrilled about the journey ahead and eager to engage and inform the team’s loyal fan base.”
ESPN SEC Network Host Peter Burns Says a Missouri Football Fan Saved His Life
Peter Burns, who has been a part of ESPN's...
Mike Francesa: In 20 Years of Mike & The Mad Dog, I Never Opened or Closed The Show or Welcomed in a Phone Caller
"I said to the producer, 'Hey, everybody's gonna always ask me. They think I'm the sports guy. They're gonna ask me every question. We need to have Dog answer the phones.'"
Sports Digital
Sports Television
Adrian ‘Woj’ Wojnarowski Retires from ESPN, Named Men’s Basketball GM at St. Bonaventure
In a surprising announcement, ESPN's Adrian 'Woj' Wojnarowski announced...
New Orleans Pelicans Announce New Media Rights Deal with Gray Media
The NBA's New Orleans Pelicans today announced a new...
Rogers Signs Agreement to Buy Majority Stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment
Rogers Communications Inc. has announced it has signed an...
ESPN Monday Night Football Draws Over 15 Million Viewers
Monday Night Football on ESPN in week 2 drew more...
NBC Tops 20 Million Viewers for Sunday Night Football Week 2
NBC and Sunday Night Football had a big weekend...
News Radio
Total Media Group Launches Conservative Talk Stations ‘The Eagle’ in Southeast Ohio, West Virginia
The entire programming lineups for each station have yet to be announced.
WHAM 1180 Morning Host Todd Hallidy Announces Retirement
"I am thankful I've had the rare opportunity in this industry to finish my career, on my terms, in my hometown."
SiriusXM Triumph Launching New Show Hosted by Nikki Haley
"I’m excited to partner with SiriusXM on a show that breaks down the policies and empowers them with the facts."
Megyn Kelly: ‘Disgusting’ to Allege Rich Lowry Used Racial Slur During My SiriusXM Show
Kelly noted it was clear what happened as Lowry stumbled between the words "immigrants" and "migrants", calling those critical of the guest "disgusting."
Matt Walsh Movie ‘Am I Racist?’ Sees Nearly $5 Million at Box Office During Opening Weekend
"Most mainstream critics have ignored our film."
News Digital
Fox News Digital Sees Strong August Finish in Several Categories
In total, the Fox News mobile app had 6.3 unique visitors during the month.
News Television
CBS News Announces Plans for Vice Presidential Debate Between JD Vance and Tim Walz
The event between the candidates will begin at 9 PM ET, and will be broadcast on CBS, streamed on CBS News 24/7 and Paramount+.
ABC World News Tonight Slightly Grows Ratings Lead Over NBC Nightly News After David Muir Moderates Presidental Debate
The ABC show grew its lead in the demographic by 23% compared to the previous week.
Chris Cuomo: News Media Reaction to Donald Trump Assassination Attempt ‘Unacceptable’
"It’s the second time media and political players have gotten away with playing down what should be a cause for panic."
Don Lemon Returns to CNN For First Time Since High-Profile 2023 Exit
Lemon was a guest on Erin Burnett OutFront to promote his new book "I Once Was Lost."
David Muir on Criticism of ABC News Presidential Debate: ‘That’s Just Noise’
“I believe it was our duty to ask the issues that that Americans care about.”
Music News
Ben Holsen Named PD At Northwestern Media’s KTIS Minneapolis
Since June 2021, Holsen has programmed the "Faith Radio" network for Northwestern's Christian Preaching, which is based at 900 KTIS/Minneapolis.
OM Todd Haller Exits Bahakel Chattanooga
In 2021, Haller joined the cluster after serving as Executive Producer and Brand Manager for the syndicated morning show Bob & Sheri.
Wes Styles Named New Program Director at Lazer 103.3 Des Moines
Styles joins after departing as OM, PD, and morning host at Neuhoff Media’s WIHN (Rock 96.7)/Bloomington, IL, this past August.
New Country 96.3 Dallas And ‘Hawkeye In The Morning’ Host ‘Feed The City’
"We were hoping to hit 30,000 meals, and with the donations we got, we were able to make 41,250 meals on Saturday morning.”
Music Radio Reacts To REO Speedwagon’s Retirement From Touring
Industry reactions were predictable and nostalgic for the band formed in 1967 in Champaign, Illinois.
Technology
Inside the Launch of TJ 98.7
"TJ 98.7 is anchored in morning and afternoon drive by The TJ Show, in a return to NYC for host and Z100 alumni TJ Taormina."
Podcasting
60 Minutes to Debut Companion Podcast Hosted by Seth Doane
"We’re offering more opportunities for viewers to engage with our stories and inviting new audiences to experience the journalism and storytelling that defines us.”
MSNBC Releasing Podcast Series Hosted by Chris Hayes, Jen Psaki, Joy Reid, and Ali Velshi on Project 2025
MSNBC will dedicate four episodes to the "threats" Project 2025 poses to sectors like education and abortion.
Dan Bongino, Megyn Kelly, NPR Shows Remain in Triton Digital Top 10 Podcast Ranker in August
Several news adjacent shows made large jumps throughout the August podcast rankings by Weekly Average Downloads.
Ben Shapiro, Dan Bongino, Tucker Carlson, Chris Hayes, and Rachel Maddow on Edison Research List of Top 10 Conservatve/Liberal Podcasts
The company points out that the rankings are not based on the political party of listeners, but rather the content of the programs before being ranked on average total weekly audiences.
Premiere Networks Founder Steve Lehman Named Vice Chairman of PodcastOne
"His unique knowledge of content and media, and his successful track record and history in merger, roll-up, and consolidation, perfectly aligns with PodcastOne’s strategy and vision for its long-term growth.”
Peter Schwartz writes weekly sports radio features for Barrett Media. He has been involved in New York sports media for over three decades, and has worked for notable brands such as WFAN, CBS Sports Radio, WCBS 880, ESPN New York, and FOX News Radio. Peter has also served as play by play announcer for the New Yok Riptide, New York Dragons, New York Hitmen, Varsity Media and the Long Island Sports Network. You can find him on Twitter @SchwartzSports or email him at DragonsRadio@aol.com.
- Home
- Sports
- News
- Music
- Business
- Originals
- 20 Brands in 20 Days
- Anatomy of a Broadcaster
- Behind The Voices
- BM Podcasts
- BNM Top 20
- BSM Top 20
- Consultants Corner
- Day Spent With
- Eavesdropping
- Meet The Bettors
- Meet The Leaders
- Meet The Market Managers
- Meet The Podcasters
- Public Radio Week
- Saluting Black Broadcasters
- Seller to Seller
- Social Studies
- Where Are They Now
- Voices
- Industry Database
- Members
- Jobs
- Newsletters
- Contact
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