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Maria Bartiromo Fired: Why Fox News Made the Right Call

Whatever the underlying motivation, the message to every other host and producer on the payroll is the same: sharing confidential editorial strategy with outside political figures will get you fired. No matter how close you are to the audience or the administration.

Why NBC Sports’ Return to Baseball Proves Local Broadcasters Still Matter

"NBC’s three-year multimedia agreement with Major League Baseball is off to an impressive start."

WWDD: What Would Dolly Do Radio Industry Leadership

Hundreds of stations synchronized to play “I Will Always Love You” simultaneously.

Are You Prepared For the 2026 Football Tax This Season?

"The Football Tax feels like an investment. Every year, football asks fans for a little more, and every year, fans grumble. Every year, we pay it anyway."

Despite Revenue Drop, Townsquare Posts Profitable First Quarter

Overall, the company saw a revenue decline of 3.4%, down to $99.6 million from the $103.1 million it earned in the fourth quarter of 2023.

KVNU Morning Host Al Lewis Retiring After 52 Years

“It’s getting harder and harder to get up at 4:15 AM every morning. I don’t have much more to give.”

WPRO Morning Host Gene Valicenti Sees Show Added to WXLM

Longtime WPRO morning host Gene Valicenti is expanding his news program to another state and another market. Starting Monday, The News with Gene Valicenti...

News Media Has a Brightside Despite Constant Negativity

All of this could be moot by the end of the decade, of course. But for now, there are glimmers of hope, tiny, minuscule, almost imperceptible glimmers.

News/Talk Radio Hosts Can’t Get Caught Up in the VP Sweepstakes

The political junkies may have an interest in Byron Donald, Doug Burgum, or ASPCA Poster Girl of the Year Kristi Noem. The actual real people have zero interest.

Doug Stephan Looks for the Silver Lining As Weekday Show Ends Against His Wishes

"This was not really my decision. This was a decision that I made because I had to, not because I want to."

Greg Gutfeld: ‘I’m Not Going to Sit Up and Beg’ Kristi Noem to Appear on Fox News Show

In addition to canceling her appearance with Fox News, Noem also did not make her scheduled visit with CNN's Dana Bash during Inside Politics Wednesday.

Ben Shapiro, Dan Bongino Top News/Talk Radio Shows in April Podcast Rankings

The top 10 was filled with news podcasts.

Radio Could See 35% Growth in Political Ads in 2024, New Projections Show

“Too many candidates and advocacy groups forget that radio is among the best media to engage with voters for numerous reasons.”

Beasley Media Reports Nearly 6% Revenue Decline Day After Layoffs

The company saw digital revenue grow by 10% compared to the first quarter of 2023.

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Why NBC Sports’ Return to Baseball Proves Local Broadcasters Still Matter

"NBC’s three-year multimedia agreement with Major League Baseball is off to an impressive start."

WWDD: What Would Dolly Do Radio Industry Leadership

Hundreds of stations synchronized to play “I Will Always Love You” simultaneously.

Are You Prepared For the 2026 Football Tax This Season?

"The Football Tax feels like an investment. Every year, football asks fans for a little more, and every year, fans grumble. Every year, we pay it anyway."

Why the Lindsay Clancy Case Should Be Topic A For News/Talk Radio

The story isn't simply a mother murdering her three children. That's not really compelling talk radio. The story has evolved into a national debate over mental health, criminal responsibility, pharmaceuticals, parenting, and the justice system.