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SiriusXM Drops Howard 101, Replaces with Andy Cohen

SiriusXM is dropping Howard 101 on September 1. Andy...

Jacques Doucet, Voice Of The Montreal Expos, Dies At 86

"He was certainly a giant, and his loss is immense."

FOX Sports Unveils College Football Broadcast Teams For 2026 Season

"FOX Sports looks to continue on the momentum from the FIFA World Cup was an exciting year of action beginning week one with the defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers."

Bob Stilson Retires From The Breeze Buffalo Mornings

"Stilson's exit marks another chapter closing for local Buffalo radio."

Anatomy of a Broadcaster: Gus Johnson

"The man has a way with words when describing big plays during the course of a game."

What’s The Risk?

"If you want to climb the ladder at your station or group and want to know what it is going to take, why not ask?"

Anatomy of an Analyst: Eddie Olczyk

"Olczyk appeals to all ages of fans, especially the younger ones, because he gears a lot of his analysis to the youth hockey players. Some may find it hokey, but in truth it’s great for hockey."

4 Things You Can Do Now To Be a Better Seller

"The pandemic is on and we still have to deliver sales."

The BSM Top 20 of 2020 Gets Released in February

“There are 81 program directors eligible for voting consideration in the Major/Mid Market category. The morning shows run 79 deep, Middays have 100, Afternoons are at 90, National shows are 86, Original Podcasts at 117, and Stations are a combined 91.”

Twelve Likes, Observations and Beliefs About Sports Media in 2020 and Beyond

“There were so many examples of great content, touching stories, head scratching decisions, and personality rants, but I’m going to focus on twelve things I liked, observed and remain bullish on heading into 2021.”

Pivoting and Being Bold Helped BSM Survive 2020

“It’s easy to wait for the stars to align perfectly to make decisions or stand pat because things are fine at the moment, but changing tomorrow’s outcome requires having a feel for what’s coming, and the conviction to act decisively. Not doing so can hurt your brand or crush your business.”

Sports, Diversity & Multi-Platform Focus Will Shape ESPN Radio’s Future

“Nobody makes decisions in a vacuum. It’s a matter of understanding the markets, analyzing the research, reviewing the ratings, and placing a focus on the importance of cross platform content creators.”

The Production Staff Is As Essential As Anyone On TV

"They are not front and center “talent”, but the show has a hard time going on without them. Trust me."

You Don’t Have To Know A Man To Know His Influence

"I hope you think about hiring a former athlete when you go recruiting for account executives. You may just find the next Bob McCurdy."

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Jacques Doucet, Voice Of The Montreal Expos, Dies At 86

"He was certainly a giant, and his loss is immense."

FOX Sports Unveils College Football Broadcast Teams For 2026 Season

"FOX Sports looks to continue on the momentum from the FIFA World Cup was an exciting year of action beginning week one with the defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers."

Bob Stilson Retires From The Breeze Buffalo Mornings

"Stilson's exit marks another chapter closing for local Buffalo radio."

Family of 93 WIBC’s Matt Bair Releases Statement Following Unexpected Death

"His death was accidental, and we do believe at this time that alcohol was a contributing factor."