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The Industry According To: Raffaella Braun, Triple Tigers

"Radio is still the best way to reach the largest audience consistently"

Why Broadcast Radio Will Never Get Its Fair Share of Political Advertising Dollars

Political advertising was never built as a meritocracy, and campaigns don't always spend where the numbers point them. They spend where the instinct — and the image — feels safest.

How “Swagu” Marcus Spears Built His Second Career at ESPN

"My wife and my kids will forever be the priority. I’ll literally walk away from anything if I felt it was a detriment to them and my family. I got the greatest job because I don’t get flack from my bosses knowing what’s most important to me."

Why The Tennessee Titans Pulling Jared Stillman’s Credential Needs More Specifics

"Professional franchises don’t have to agree with a media member. They don’t have to like the questions being asked or the opinions being offered. But when a credential is pulled immediately after pointed criticism and no explanation is provided, it creates the appearance that a dissenting voice is being punished for being dissenting."

PFT Commenter: Super Bowl Should Be Called By Each Year’s Best TV Booth

"We're gonna get Tony Romo and Jim Nantz, and Tony Romo is going to annoy...America."

Dan Le Batard: I’ve Probably Irritated Audience By Constantly Taking Moral Highground

"If you have power and money inside sports or outside of sports, you can get away with anything and everything if you just lean into being shameless."

Sports Illustrated Union Files Suit Against Parent Company Alleging Union Busting

"Today's obliteration of Sports Illustrated's storied newsroom and the union busting tactics is the last straw."

Where Are They Now?: Mike North, Legendary Chicago Sports Radio Host

“When I retired the first time, I wasn’t ready,” said North.  “I thought I was and I wasn’t and I’m still not ready.”

RJ Choppy on 105.3 The Fan: Greg Olsen ‘Without Question the Best’

"The other three have not taken time to learn how the game has changed."

NHL Brings Back All-Star Draft, Product is ‘Good for TV’

"We’re really hopeful this is not only going to be a positive weekend for the NHL in-arena, but outside the arena and on television."

FOX Broadcast of Lions-49ers Reaches 56 Million Viewers; Peaks Near 59 Million

Sunday’s game peaked with 58,967,000 viewers from 9:15-9:30 p.m. ET and the game was up 19 percent vs. last year's NFC Championship Game.

Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid Joins BMitch and Finlay on 106.7 The Fan

"I am excited. We're going to the big dance here and if you can't be excited about that you probably need to get out."

Dave Portnoy: Barstool Radio Canceled ‘Until Further Notice’

"I failed everyone today. I should have gone in there when they spent the first 30 minutes talking about Taylor. I apologize to everyone I have let down."

SiriusXM MLB Network Radio to Air ‘Players Week’ Programming

Various current Major League Baseball players and top-ranked prospects will be on the air with SiriusXM hosts for extended feature segments during the week.

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Why Broadcast Radio Will Never Get Its Fair Share of Political Advertising Dollars

Political advertising was never built as a meritocracy, and campaigns don't always spend where the numbers point them. They spend where the instinct — and the image — feels safest.

How “Swagu” Marcus Spears Built His Second Career at ESPN

"My wife and my kids will forever be the priority. I’ll literally walk away from anything if I felt it was a detriment to them and my family. I got the greatest job because I don’t get flack from my bosses knowing what’s most important to me."

Why The Tennessee Titans Pulling Jared Stillman’s Credential Needs More Specifics

"Professional franchises don’t have to agree with a media member. They don’t have to like the questions being asked or the opinions being offered. But when a credential is pulled immediately after pointed criticism and no explanation is provided, it creates the appearance that a dissenting voice is being punished for being dissenting."

Why The Conclave Wanted a Final Farewell After 45 Years

"Just come to Minneapolis. Remember the good times and bring in some new ones. That's all I'm asking. Bring along your ideas."