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Why Pat McAfee On Monday Night Countdown Will Outshine Every Network’s 2026 Football Moves

"With a potential $60 million-$65 million annual extension reportedly waiting in the wings, ESPN is clearly wanting to make a significant investment in his future. Whether you love McAfee, tolerate him or cannot stand him, there is little denying his ability to generate attention."

Howard Stern’s HBO Max Deal Is a Win for Everyone Involved

Audio built Stern's legend, yet television extends it to a generation that discovers shows through streaming platforms rather than satellite dials.

When Artists Die: Streaming Data Tells the Story

"The genuine shock of losing someone whose voice shaped your entire life. That can't be planned. That's real."

Salem Media’s Allen Power Reflects on 50-Year Radio Career Before Retirement

"It's bittersweet. What I will do is just be grateful. I'll be grateful for the 26 years with Salem, and the 50 years in the business, and the wonderful people that I've worked with."

The Daily Wire, Westwood One Won’t Renew Deal to Distribute Shows From Ben Shapiro, Michael Knowles, Matt Walsh

Several sources indicated to Barrett Media that the relationship between The Daily Wire and Westwood One would conclude at the end of the calendar year.

WICC Midday Host Brigitte Quinn Exits Connoisseur Media News/Talk Station

Quinn launched her Newsline program on September 30th after being part of the widespread cuts from Audacy New York after WCBS 880 ceased operations.

Morning Hosts Dave Ross, Colleen O’Brien to Retire From KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM

“Dave Ross is more than just a broadcaster; he’s the heart and soul of KIRO Newsradio."

Dan Bongino, Charlie Kirk, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton See Big October Podcast Jumps in Triton Digital Rankings

The Dan Bongino Show rose three places to finish the month as the third-highest podcast by weekly average downloads.

NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt Shrinks Gap to ABC World News Tonight with David Muir in Latest Ratings

Before the week of November 11th, ABC News had held its largest lead over NBC News in the past 30 years.

Amazon Remains Top Podcast Advertiser During October, Magellan AI Data Shows

The top advertising podcasts were Sports (11 of 15), while True Crime, Comedy, News, and Science each saw one advertiser in the top spenders of October.

Bill O’Reilly: Spin Off of MSNBC is ‘NBC News Saying We Don’t Want You Around’

"NBC is desperately trying to save the mothership of information and they have to throw MSNBC overboard."

101 KXL Adds Heather Roberts to Mornings Alongside Brett Reckamp

"We’re fired up to welcome Heather to the team.”

Your News Talk or Sports Talk Program Director Was Laid Off, Now What?

If you feel like your show is off center in some way, it probably is.

700 WLW Host Mike McConnell Never Thought He’d Be a Morning Host But Now Dominates the Cincinnati Radio Ratings

"Getting a point across concisely is not my strong suit. Being quick and concise was not something I ever worked on until I had to."

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Howard Stern’s HBO Max Deal Is a Win for Everyone Involved

Audio built Stern's legend, yet television extends it to a generation that discovers shows through streaming platforms rather than satellite dials.

When Artists Die: Streaming Data Tells the Story

"The genuine shock of losing someone whose voice shaped your entire life. That can't be planned. That's real."

Salem Media’s Allen Power Reflects on 50-Year Radio Career Before Retirement

"It's bittersweet. What I will do is just be grateful. I'll be grateful for the 26 years with Salem, and the 50 years in the business, and the wonderful people that I've worked with."

How Freezing Cold Takes Turned Sports’ Worst Predictions Into An Entertainment Phenomenon

"I was only going to use it to mess with people. I did not plan on it being big at all. But it lends to what I do, which is find stuff. And because it’s sports, it makes it that much better for me."