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Why Pat McAfee On Monday Night Countdown Will Outshine Every Network’s 2026 Football Moves

"With a potential $60 million-$65 million annual extension reportedly waiting in the wings, ESPN is clearly wanting to make a significant investment in his future. Whether you love McAfee, tolerate him or cannot stand him, there is little denying his ability to generate attention."

Howard Stern’s HBO Max Deal Is a Win for Everyone Involved

Audio built Stern's legend, yet television extends it to a generation that discovers shows through streaming platforms rather than satellite dials.

When Artists Die: Streaming Data Tells the Story

"The genuine shock of losing someone whose voice shaped your entire life. That can't be planned. That's real."

Salem Media’s Allen Power Reflects on 50-Year Radio Career Before Retirement

"It's bittersweet. What I will do is just be grateful. I'll be grateful for the 26 years with Salem, and the 50 years in the business, and the wonderful people that I've worked with."

After More Than 30 Years at KFAN,”Geeky” Dan Barreiro Still Going Strong as Radio Evolves

“When I started doing (radio), it was almost like you had to apologize."

An ESPN Strategic Error is at the Root of Its Disappointment With Pat McAfee

“With a history that demonstrates the transition from digital platforms to television is extraordinarily difficult, why would ESPN allow McAfee to put another obstacle in the path to success?”

Dan Le Batard: Norby Williamson is the ‘Shadow President’ of ESPN

"In general, this is not a bug, this is a feature. This is how you keep people controlled when you don't want your talent misbehaving."

Dan Dakich: I Enjoyed Working for Norby Williamson at ESPN

Pat McAfee said his relationship with ESPN is great except for one Norby Williamson. But while McAfee and Williamson's issues appear to be similar...

101 ESPN Gets Big Wins in Middays and Afternoons in St. Louis Fall Ratings Book

"For the full week (M-SU 6a-12a), 101 ESPN finished third among Men 25-54 with a 9.0 share."

Pat McAfee Won’t Back Down From ESPN Exec; Says He Is Not Trying to Get Fired

"The overall storyline about us and ESPN that I think people need to remember is that...we all understand what the future looks like, there are just some old hags who potentially don't..."

Draymond Green Inks Extension with The Volume

“Draymond is one of the most authentic voices in sports and has been an incredible teammate."

Matt Ravis Named New Mid-Morning Host on The Sports Animal in Oklahoma City

Ravis is filling the void created when Craig Humphreys stepped aside from his role with The Sports Animal in Oklahoma City late last year.

ESPN Signs Kevin Negandhi to Multi-Year Extension

“I'm excited and honored to continue my career at ESPN, working with so many talented individuals.”

Good Karma Brands and Milwaukee Bucks Introduce Bucks+ Audio

“We are excited to partner with the Milwaukee Bucks and redefine the on-demand listening experience for fans."

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Howard Stern’s HBO Max Deal Is a Win for Everyone Involved

Audio built Stern's legend, yet television extends it to a generation that discovers shows through streaming platforms rather than satellite dials.

When Artists Die: Streaming Data Tells the Story

"The genuine shock of losing someone whose voice shaped your entire life. That can't be planned. That's real."

Salem Media’s Allen Power Reflects on 50-Year Radio Career Before Retirement

"It's bittersweet. What I will do is just be grateful. I'll be grateful for the 26 years with Salem, and the 50 years in the business, and the wonderful people that I've worked with."

How Freezing Cold Takes Turned Sports’ Worst Predictions Into An Entertainment Phenomenon

"I was only going to use it to mess with people. I did not plan on it being big at all. But it lends to what I do, which is find stuff. And because it’s sports, it makes it that much better for me."