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Zimmer Communications Names Mike Stern Director of Programming

"Mike is one of the most respected programming minds in our industry, and we’re incredibly fortunate to have him joining our team."

ESPN Should Use Michael Wilbon’s Absence to Plan Pardon the Interruption’s Future

"ESPN shouldn't wait until the inevitable arrives to start thinking about what comes next. The network has an opportunity to let the audience see what the next chapter could look like without sacrificing what made the original so special."

How Workhouse Media’s John McConnell Turned a Near-Fatal Bike Crash Into a Philanthropy Mission

"I couldn’t move. I had no movement other than a little bit of feeling in my right pinky. In that moment, I thought, ‘This is it. I’m going to die, and this is how I’m going to go out.’”

Bert Weiss Walked Away, But These Radio Talents Still Believe

"While I certainly respect Bert and the incredible success he's had with The Bert Show, he couldn't be more wrong. "

Think Big, Ask Big: Doug Abernethy’s Radio One Playbook

"Our industry has transformed better than any other traditional media"

Urban One Reports 6.4% Revenue Decline During 2026’s 2nd Quarter

Urban One reported lower second quarter revenue. However, the company also sharply reduced its net loss. What We Know: Urban One generated $85.8 million in...

Urban One Reports 15.8% Revenue Decline During 2026’s First Quarter

“First quarter revenue was soft across all divisions..."

Urban One Sees 16% Revenue Decrease During 2025’s 3rd Quarter

“Third quarter results came in slightly softer than expected across the board."

Urban One Revenue Drops 22% During 2025’s 2nd Quarter

Operating losses for the organization essentially doubled, growing to $120.7 million compared to the $60.4 million it saw during April, May, and June 2024.

Urban One Sees 6.3% Revenue Decline During 2024 3rd Quarter

Radio was down 3.6%, while cable TV dropped 13.3%. Digital advertising also saw a decline of 4.1% during the quarter.

Urban One Names Eddie Harrell Jr. And Deon Levingston Co-Presidents Of Audio Division

Urban One has announced that Eddie Harrell Jr. and Deon Levingston have been promoted to co-presidents of Urban One’s Audio Division.

Reflecting on the 2024 BNM Summit in Washington D.C.

"Seventeen programming executives spoke at the show, and another thirteen were in the room as attendees. I was very happy about that. That doesn't happen at other shows."

2024 BNM Summit – Day 2

Nearly 20 news media leaders hit the stage at George Washington University to speak at the 2024 BNM Summit.

Urban One CEO Alfred Liggins to Speak at the 2024 BNM Summit

The 2024 BNM Summit is just thirty nine days away from taking place in Washington D.C.. Media professionals looking to attend the show can...

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ESPN Should Use Michael Wilbon’s Absence to Plan Pardon the Interruption’s Future

"ESPN shouldn't wait until the inevitable arrives to start thinking about what comes next. The network has an opportunity to let the audience see what the next chapter could look like without sacrificing what made the original so special."

How Workhouse Media’s John McConnell Turned a Near-Fatal Bike Crash Into a Philanthropy Mission

"I couldn’t move. I had no movement other than a little bit of feeling in my right pinky. In that moment, I thought, ‘This is it. I’m going to die, and this is how I’m going to go out.’”

Bert Weiss Walked Away, But These Radio Talents Still Believe

"While I certainly respect Bert and the incredible success he's had with The Bert Show, he couldn't be more wrong. "

How Eddie Olczyk Is Embracing a New Chapter Of A Hall of Fame Hockey Broadcasting Career

"I'm very lucky to be an American-born lead analyst and do that many games in our country. It's very humbling and I feel honored. I'm always trying to make the next one the best one. That remains the goal."