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Troy Aikman’s Free Agency Should Push NFL Networks to Stop Overpaying Old Names

"I'm not proposing we escort Aikman or Collinsworth out with a gold watch and complimentary headset. I'm asking for competition, opportunity and imagination."

Why Podcasting Looks More Like Radio Than Ever in 2026

Putting out a consistent product on a daily, or at least weekly, basis is hard. It’s not digging ditches, but it’s also not what many celebrities expected when they cracked a mic for the first time to record their inaugural podcast episode.

Why 98 Rock’s Abe Kanan Believes in Live Radio

For a long time, having a one-person morning show...

How ESPN’s College Football Live Is Quietly Becoming One of Its Best Shows

"College Football Live might not have the profile of College GameDay, NFL Live or NBA Today, but it is among ESPN’s best-produced and best-directed programs."

Dan Bickley Goes All-In with Arizona Sports

Bonneville Phoenix has announced that acclaimed local sports columnist Dan Bickley has agreed to a deal to bring his columns and all written content...

Gordon Borrell Gets The Radio Business…and So Do I

If you work in a sports radio programming department, chances are you haven't heard of Borrell Associates. They're a local media research outfit fronted by Gordon...

Are You Pushing or Pulling?

A question for the managers out there - are you a pusher or a puller? You’ve most likely heard the saying, “managers push from behind,...

ESPN+ Scheduled to Launch April 12th

After being discussed for over two years, ESPN+, not to be written as “ESPN Plus,” finally has a launch date. The new direct to...

Lessons Learned at the BSM Chicago Programming Summit

When I’m in the moment it can be difficult to enjoy and appreciate the wins. My mind is always thinking about the next challenge...

Mendoza Echoes Spain’s Comments at the BSM Summit

Last week, Jessica Mendoza began her third season as an analyst for ESPN’s Sunday Night Baseball broadcast. While we’re beginning to see more women...

BSM Programming Summit Day 2

We’re live in Chicago for day 2 of the inaugural Barrett Sports Media programming summit hosted by Jason Barrett. This blog will be updated...

BSM Programming Summit Day 1

We're live in Chicago for the inaugural Barrett Sports Media programming summit hosted by Jason Barrett. This blog will be updated throughout the day...

Ben and Woods Take Over Mornings on Mighty 1090

The Mighty 1090 has a new morning show. The San Diego sports station has installed "Ben and Woods" into AM drive. The duo officially...

Chris Duncan Taking Radio Break to Address Health Issues

101 ESPN midday host Chris Duncan has announced that he'll be taking a leave of absence from his radio show due to health reasons...

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Why Podcasting Looks More Like Radio Than Ever in 2026

Putting out a consistent product on a daily, or at least weekly, basis is hard. It’s not digging ditches, but it’s also not what many celebrities expected when they cracked a mic for the first time to record their inaugural podcast episode.

Why 98 Rock’s Abe Kanan Believes in Live Radio

For a long time, having a one-person morning show...

How ESPN’s College Football Live Is Quietly Becoming One of Its Best Shows

"College Football Live might not have the profile of College GameDay, NFL Live or NBA Today, but it is among ESPN’s best-produced and best-directed programs."

The Listener Lens: Why Radio Must Put the Audience First

"I made up the term Listener Needs Analysis, but the core concept should be the absolute foundation of our entire business."