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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."

ESPN 94.9 in Nashville Set to Relaunch as 94.9 The Fan

On June 13th, ESPN 94.9 will launch as 94.9 The Fan and bring back popular local hosts Jonathan Hutton, Chad Withrow and Paul Kuharsky to the Nashville market.

Sean Salisbury Signs Extension With SportsTalk 790

"This job matters to me more than most can fathom. Happy is an understatement."

Draymond Green Wants Coaching from Colin Cowherd

Draymond Green is less than a year into podcasting and wants to get better so he requests hard-coaching from Colin Cowherd and the Volume.

Matt Jones: John Calipari Goes on Paul Finebaum Because Kentucky Sports Radio Is ‘Too Critical’

Kentucky Sports Radio's Matt Jones was upset when John Calipari showed up on Paul Finebaum's show as opposed to his.

Craig Carton: ‘Play-By-Play Guys Have Lost Touch With Fans’

"You have no idea what it’s like to want to buy a ticket to Yoda bobblehead (night) because they just give you a Yoda bobblehead.”

NESN Becomes First RSN to Offer Standalone Streaming Service

The first regional sports network to offer a standalone streaming service has launched. NESN began streaming NESN 360 on Wednesday.

Status Of ABC Broadcast Crew Uncertain For Game 1 of NBA Finals

"The NBA Finals are set to tip-off on Thursday night."

Mark Chernoff Bemoans Lack Of Development For Local Talent

"At WFAN, we were always able to stay live and local, 24/7. So many stations, even music stations, are missing that."

More Than 12 Million Watch Eastern Conference Finals Game 7

"The NBA has enjoyed a rating surge all season. Each round of the playoffs is seeing its largest audience in years."

Meet The Market Managers: Michael Spacciapolli, Audacy Pittsburgh

"There's not a playbook you can use to guarantee success. You're going to have to work really hard, build relationships, and understand that it's an all the time job now."

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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."