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The Industry According To: Raffaella Braun, Triple Tigers

"Radio is still the best way to reach the largest audience consistently"

Why Broadcast Radio Will Never Get Its Fair Share of Political Advertising Dollars

Political advertising was never built as a meritocracy, and campaigns don't always spend where the numbers point them. They spend where the instinct — and the image — feels safest.

How “Swagu” Marcus Spears Built His Second Career at ESPN

"My wife and my kids will forever be the priority. I’ll literally walk away from anything if I felt it was a detriment to them and my family. I got the greatest job because I don’t get flack from my bosses knowing what’s most important to me."

Why The Tennessee Titans Pulling Jared Stillman’s Credential Needs More Specifics

"Professional franchises don’t have to agree with a media member. They don’t have to like the questions being asked or the opinions being offered. But when a credential is pulled immediately after pointed criticism and no explanation is provided, it creates the appearance that a dissenting voice is being punished for being dissenting."

Netflix Finally Ready To Bid On Live Sports With Formula 1

"Just two months ago, Ted Sarandos, one of the company's co-CEOs, said he didn't see live sports as a priority for Netflix or as a path to significant profit."

Randy Scott and Gary Striewski Are Poised to Take SportsCenter Into the Future

“This is SportsCenter.” Those iconic words have been spoken over since 1979. Randy Scott and Gary Striewski are helping usher them into the future.

Derek Ruscin Returns to ESPN Arkansas After Insulting Player

After a ten day hiatus, ESPN Arkansas' Derek Ruscin returned to the air and offered an apology to Michael Turner, an Arkansas baseball player he insulted.

A.J. Hawk: Lynch Turned Down Amazon Because He Still Thinks Like a Player

John Lynch turned down Amazon's offer to become their color analyst because he wanted to "see this thru" says A.J. Hawk.

New ESPN Analyst CJ McCollum Seeks Balance In Player Criticism

Tensions are mounting between athletes and the media. ESPN's CJ McCollum has his feet in both camps. He says balancing fairness with criticism is key.

Emily Kaplan Discusses New Role as Sideline Reporter for ESPN

Before this season, Emily Kaplan hoped to get a "couple of games" on the sideline for ESPN's hockey coverage. Now, she's the network's top sideline reporter.

John Sterling To Skip 25-30 Yankees Games In 2nd Half Of Season

"Sterling will continue to call every home game. He is also expected to call every series in Boston, Baltimore, and Queens."

Religion Of Sports Raises $50 Million

"For those looking, do not expect a valuation to be released. Religion of Sports is keeping that private for now."

Richie Carni Promoted To APD of 104.3 The Fan In Denver

"Richie Carni replaces Parker Hillis in the role."

Jonas Knox Shares Conspiracy Theory About Brent Musburger Leaving Raiders

“For anyone out there who says ‘Well, he’s 83 years old,’ dude, you hired him when he was 81. What’s the difference?”

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Why Broadcast Radio Will Never Get Its Fair Share of Political Advertising Dollars

Political advertising was never built as a meritocracy, and campaigns don't always spend where the numbers point them. They spend where the instinct — and the image — feels safest.

How “Swagu” Marcus Spears Built His Second Career at ESPN

"My wife and my kids will forever be the priority. I’ll literally walk away from anything if I felt it was a detriment to them and my family. I got the greatest job because I don’t get flack from my bosses knowing what’s most important to me."

Why The Tennessee Titans Pulling Jared Stillman’s Credential Needs More Specifics

"Professional franchises don’t have to agree with a media member. They don’t have to like the questions being asked or the opinions being offered. But when a credential is pulled immediately after pointed criticism and no explanation is provided, it creates the appearance that a dissenting voice is being punished for being dissenting."

Why The Conclave Wanted a Final Farewell After 45 Years

"Just come to Minneapolis. Remember the good times and bring in some new ones. That's all I'm asking. Bring along your ideas."