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ESPN’s Frozen Frenzy Posts Big Viewership Gains in Year Four

"The Frozen Frenzy Whiparound show on ESPN2 averaged 105K viewers, a 54% year-over-year gain."

Katie Zacharia, Aubrey Huff and the Art of Failing Fast

"A bad decision isn’t the end of the line if you make more good decisions than bad."

College Football Playoff Expansion Leaves Broadcast Opportunities on the Sidelines

"Expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams will give more programs a chance to compete for a national championship. But the sport is missing a golden opportunity to expand something else just as important: the voices bringing those games to life."

Chuck Damico: Country Radio Has an Energy That Rock Lost

"A lot of other businesses ... could probably learn a lot from how the country radio and country music community operates and supports each other."

Shattering Your Sports Media Comfort Zone Is the 2026 Resolution To Live By

"Ask yourself: If not now, then when? How about trying a resolution that could become your next destination?"

Five Common Sense Items To Make Sports Media Better in 2026

"Instead of forecasting trends or firing off hot takes, here are five common sense things that would genuinely make sports media better in 2026."

Gene Deckerhoff To Retire From Tampa Bay Buccaneers Radio Play-By-Play

"His passion, authenticity, and unmistakable voice created memories that have been cherished by generations of fans."

Sports Owns 96 of the Top 100 Most-Watched Television Programs in 2025

"The NFL alone is projected to contribute 84 telecasts, a strong showing though slightly below its 2023 record of 93."

Warner Bros. Discovery Reportedly Will Reject Paramount Takeover Bid Next Week

"Paramount Skydance went public earlier this month with a $30-per-share all-cash offer for Warner Bros. Discovery."

FOX Sports South Florida Adds Local Program Featuring Josh Cohen, Ken LaVicka Beginning January 5

"We are thrilled to bring this LOCAL radio show to the market. Offering sports fans in our area a place for connection and conversation."

Richard Deitsch Stepping Down From The Athletic

"In an era of media consolidation and endless job losses, I have been beyond lucky to have had such a long run between two national outlets that readers care about."

iHeartMedia Strikes Partnership With U.S. Figure Skating Ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics

"From original audio storytelling to on-site activation at the ICE House in Milan, this partnership allows us to spotlight the dedication, artistry, and athleticism of these incredible athletes."

Nielsen Claims Cumulus Media Using Antitrust Law for a 50% Rate Reduction

"In a heavily redacted filing in federal court in New York, Nielsen framed its defense bluntly, saying Cumulus wants to pay 50% less for the same services."

97.3 The Fan Signs Multi-Year Agreement for UC San Diego Basketball

"We are proud to establish this landmark partnership with UC San Diego, marking the first time 97.3 The Fan will serve as the exclusive broadcast home for Tritons basketball."

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Katie Zacharia, Aubrey Huff and the Art of Failing Fast

"A bad decision isn’t the end of the line if you make more good decisions than bad."

College Football Playoff Expansion Leaves Broadcast Opportunities on the Sidelines

"Expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams will give more programs a chance to compete for a national championship. But the sport is missing a golden opportunity to expand something else just as important: the voices bringing those games to life."

Chuck Damico: Country Radio Has an Energy That Rock Lost

"A lot of other businesses ... could probably learn a lot from how the country radio and country music community operates and supports each other."

Could Canada’s Radio Diary Replacement Be the Future of US Radio Ratings?

PPM didn’t make sense financially in smaller Canadian markets, which remained reliant on a diary-based system. Numeris and its stakeholders recognized that the industry required a system that more accurately reflects how Canadians engage with radio today, while reducing volatility and improving consistency across markets.