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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."

The Manningcast Returns For Sixth Season With Twelve Scheduled Broadcasts

"The alternate telecast debuted in 2021 and has since won multiple Sports Emmy Awards. It runs across 11 regular-season games this year, plus a February 14 alternate telecast of Super Bowl LXI — the first ManningCast of a championship game."

FOX Sports Executive Trusts Tom Brady Will Fulfill Network Broadcast Agreement

"From the moment we signed Tom, no matter what was written or said, I have never gotten an indication from Tom that he is not into this for the long haul."

Good Karma Sports SVP Keith Williams To Oversee New York City Market

"I’m very thankful for my five years in Chicago and for the many meaningful relationships I’ve built there. I’m excited for what’s ahead for ESPN Chicago and this incredible team."

Capital Sports Audio Announces NFL Coverage Expansion

"CSA is filling a need for expanded NFL audio coverage."

Craig Carton Reveals Why He Joined Outkick for His Next Venture Beyond WFAN

"If you view my show as a startup for OutKick, we’re already ahead of the game. We already have followers that believe in the content. Now, we just have to find some new ones. I fully expect a great launch and quick success."

What College GameDay Taught Us About Welcoming Opposing Views

"Sports debate has always been at its best when it challenges its audience to think, question and engage. Saturday provided an opportunity to do exactly that and missed it. The Protect College Sports Act deserved a conversation, not a campaign pitch."

Longtime WWL Personality Mike Detillier Dies at 65 Due to Cancer

"According to the station, Detillier learned less than two weeks ago that he had terminal cancer. He intended to tell listeners on Tuesday, his 66th birthday."

Scott Hanson: NFL RedZone Ownership Was One Of The “Most Complex” Portions Of ESPN, NFL Deal

"I think ESPN rightly wanted to own and operate and produce RedZone outright because of the galactic popularity of the show. But the NFL, for their reasons, wanted to retain control of the production of RedZone."

Peter Burns Signs Multi-Year Extension To Remain With SEC Network

"Extremely honored to do what I love every single day. The SEC World is a special place and proud to call it home. Big things ahead."

Charles Barkley Hints 2026-2027 Will Be His Final Year on Inside the NBA

"So right now, unless Ernie [Johnson] changes his mind, next year is my last year one hundred percent."

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Why Podcasting Looks More Like Radio Than Ever in 2026

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Why 98 Rock’s Abe Kanan Believes in Live Radio

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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."