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Is Nielsen’s Diary Service Headed for a Major Overhaul?

What Nielsen is proposing is both radical and evolutionary at the same time.

America 250 Is a Moment That Sports Radio Was Built For

"America 250 shouldn't be viewed as another marketing campaign or corporate initiative. It should be viewed as an opportunity to remind audiences what great local sports radio does best."

What Pizza Hut and Heinz Can Teach Classic Rock Radio Programmers

"Your station can do something Yum Brands and Heinz can't"

Is Your Radio Station Preparing to Change Formats? Watch for These Signs

"Sometimes the clock simply runs out."

Steak Shapiro: Mike Tirico on the “Pantheon” of Greatest Broadcasters Ever

"It's like the Beatles writing a perfect song. Off the cuff. No question. That is extemporaneous."

Scott Van Pelt: Mike Tirico Embraced the Olympic Moment Like Only He Could

"Mike was able to finish telling this remarkable story in a way I truly believe only he could, elevating this craft to its pinnacle."

Kenny Albert: Calling USA Men’s Hockey Gold Medal Game “Surreal”

"I've done the gold medal game now three straight Olympics, but the NHL players weren't there the last two. So definitely a different feeling."

YouTube Reportedly A Favorite To Gain A 4-Game NFL Package

"According to the Sports Business Journal, YouTube is engaged in talks with the NFL regarding four games that were carved out as part of the league’s equity arrangement with ESPN."

Atlanta Braves Announce ‘BravesVision’ Option For Local Broadcasts

"Generations of Braves fans were raised watching games on a network that shared ownership with the baseball team. With BravesVision, we believe that we can present Braves baseball in new and innovative ways."

Josh Innes Blasts 97.1 the Ticket Host Mike Valenti for Commentary of Olympics Meaning Nothing

"Here’s the thing, nothing means anything. Sports means nothing. But, it’s made you a s**t ton of cash."

ESPN Announces 25-Game Slate Of Savannah Bananas Baseball Broadcasts

"This expanded agreement reflects the incredible growth and fan demand surrounding Banana Ball."

What Sports Radio Got Right That ESPN’s ‘First Take’ Got Wrong in Showcasing Team USA Gold

"This isn’t about turning First Take into a hockey show. It’s about recognizing when the sports world hands you a moment bigger than your usual programming habits."

How Mina Kimes Grew From Business Journalist to a Top NFL Voice With ESPN

"I really try to cover the whole league. Podcasting can be a complement to television. If you feel that your team nationally is not getting enough analysis, come listen to my show."

Mike Ryan Ruiz on Josh Pate’s Interview With President Donald Trump: “Embarrassing”

"There was one soft toss to the President. What would you do about this? He started rambling about how the Gamecocks are good and the NFL kickoff rule. It was just bad."

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"Your station can do something Yum Brands and Heinz can't"

Is Your Radio Station Preparing to Change Formats? Watch for These Signs

"Sometimes the clock simply runs out."

How Radio Can Own the Taylor Swift Wedding Weekend

"Just in case we're only weeks away from America's royal wedding, let's get prepared!"