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Why Barstool Sports Should Terrify Rock Radio Programmers

Dave Portnoy is the new King of All Media....

What Audacy’s St. Louis Sale Price Suggests About the State of Selling Radio Assets

"Sometimes the right buyer matters more than the biggest check, and in St. Louis, I think that's exactly what happened."

How Dan Patrick Turned a Canceled Interview Into Compelling Radio

It was the nuance of his approach that made it a home run. This was not a "rip the guest who didn't show" moment.

Three Items ESPN Should Consider With Their Oversight Of The NFL Network This Season

"Training camp has always been about evaluating talent, experimenting with ideas, and figuring out what gives you the best chance to win in the fall. ESPN should approach its first season overseeing NFL Network the same way."

Sports Radio Ratings Coast To Coast

The Nielsen gods were kind to sports radio stations this fall. Many of the format's best programmers and personalities can now enjoy the holidays...

Chris Carlin To Host Afternoons with Ike Reese on WIP

"The Continent" is heading to Philadelphia! Longtime New York sports radio and television veteran Chris Carlin has signed on to become the new afternoon host...

Entercom Expands Into Charlotte; Purchases The Fan

Entercom Communications has struck a deal with the Beasley Broadcast Group to purchase two FM and two AM stations in Charlotte for $24 million dollars...

Jon Marks Is Leaving 97.5 The Fanatic

According to Crossing Broad, longtime host and producer Jon Marks will be leaving 97.5 The Fanatic in Philadelphia. Marks' contract is set to expire...

97.5 The Fanatic Suspends Three Over Caller Scandal

Three employees at 97.5 The Fanatic in Philadelphia have been suspended for their roles in a fake caller scandal. The story which was first...

How a Brand With Promise Missed The Mark In Detroit

The competitor in all of us wants to believe that by working harder and smarter than our competition we'll gain an edge and ultimately...

97.5 The Fanatic Leads The Way In April

The April ratings book is out, and for 97.5 The Fanatic it was an exceptional one. The Philadelphia sports radio station came in second...

Welcome To The 2016 Sports Radio Draft

Welcome to the second annual sports radio draft. I created this project last year to introduce sports radio fans, and industry people to some of...

The Fanatic and WIP Continue To Battle In Philadelphia

The March ratings are in for Philadelphia, and once again we have a tight race. Both WIP and 97.5 The Fanatic were strong, and they both...

A Fierce Battle Continues Between WIP and The Fanatic

The month of January was very kind to Philadelphia sports radio. The termination of Chip Kelly, combined with the NFL Playoffs, led to increased...

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What Audacy’s St. Louis Sale Price Suggests About the State of Selling Radio Assets

"Sometimes the right buyer matters more than the biggest check, and in St. Louis, I think that's exactly what happened."

How Dan Patrick Turned a Canceled Interview Into Compelling Radio

It was the nuance of his approach that made it a home run. This was not a "rip the guest who didn't show" moment.

Three Items ESPN Should Consider With Their Oversight Of The NFL Network This Season

"Training camp has always been about evaluating talent, experimenting with ideas, and figuring out what gives you the best chance to win in the fall. ESPN should approach its first season overseeing NFL Network the same way."

Shredd and Ragan’s Simple Formula for Buffalo Radio Success

"we try to reflect what's going on here locally."