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The Industry According To: Art Alexakis, Everclear

"If people want to hear the hits, I play the hits. I play fan favorites. I play requests. Furthermore, why wouldn't you want to make people happy?"

Gerald McCoy Never Chased a Media Career With ESPN, NFL Network: The Networks Found Him

"I’ve been blessed with the gift of communication and natural non-fear of crowds and cameras."

Why Dan Bongino’s Radio Comeback Matters for Westwood One

Bringing him back into the terrestrial fold isn't just a nice programming story for Westwood One. It's a legitimately strong business move.

A Defense of iHeartMedia’s Bob Pittman and Cumulus’ Mary Berner

Why has there been a lack of innovation in radio over the past decade? It's because even a short-term drop in ratings and revenue is considered a moment to panic. What are Bob and Mary to do? They are prisoners of their companies' covenants.

Report: Michael Connelly Exiting FanDuel Sports Network

"The needs and opportunities we face today demand a forward-looking approach, and we are fully committed to evolving to meet them with purpose and clarity."

Arthur Kogan Joins Netflix in Sports Social Media Role After Five Years with ESPN

Kogan moves to Netflix after working with ESPN for the last five years in social media roles.

Jon Jansen: I Don’t Think Gus Johnson ‘Understands the Context’ of Ohio State-Michigan Rivalry

"Hopefully everybody enjoyed the radio broadcast – turn your TV down."

TNT Sports Tees Up Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, Brooks Koepka for ‘The Crypto.com Showdown’ Golf Event

TNT Sports said that top golfers Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka will compete in The Crypto.com Showdown, which will air...

Lucy Rohden, Stephanie Otey Reflect on Ohio State-Michigan Postgame Fight, Use of Pepper Spray

"It was crazy, and then another Michigan player walks up and he’s sobbing uncontrollably."

Michael Shiffman Named Senior Vice President, Executive Producer of FanDuel TV

"Throughout his career, he has led countless high profile productions for the industry’s most distinguished shows, programming and live events."

Cowboys-Giants Thanksgiving Day Game on FOX Averages 38.8 Million Viewers

The Cowboys-Giants broadcast on FOX peaked with 41.28 million viewers tuning in during the 6 to 6:15 p.m. quarter-hour as the Cowboys secured a 27-20 victory.

David Haugh is Embracing the Balance of 670 The Score and Chicago Sports Network

"It’s a balancing act, but I think that you do want to make sure you have fun along the way, so you don’t take things too seriously, and you certainly don’t want to take yourself too seriously."

Peacock to Exclusively Stream ‘EA SPORTS Madden NFL Cast’ on Dec. 21

"This first-ever 'Madden NFL Cast' marks a new milestone as Peacock’s first sports alt-cast."

Warner Bros. Discovery Investor Sues Company in Class Action Complaint After Loss of NBA U.S. Media Rights for Live Game Broadcasts

The lawsuit professes that the Plaintiff and members within the Class “are entitled to a presumption of reliance upon the integrity of the market.”

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Gerald McCoy Never Chased a Media Career With ESPN, NFL Network: The Networks Found Him

"I’ve been blessed with the gift of communication and natural non-fear of crowds and cameras."

Why Dan Bongino’s Radio Comeback Matters for Westwood One

Bringing him back into the terrestrial fold isn't just a nice programming story for Westwood One. It's a legitimately strong business move.

A Defense of iHeartMedia’s Bob Pittman and Cumulus’ Mary Berner

Why has there been a lack of innovation in radio over the past decade? It's because even a short-term drop in ratings and revenue is considered a moment to panic. What are Bob and Mary to do? They are prisoners of their companies' covenants.

20 Brands in 20 Days: John Allers, Live 105, San Francisco

"We're a legacy brand with a lot of passion around it, and we've really tried to lean into that. But we're also a new brand starting with no sacred cows."