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Sports Radio Can’t Develop Talent If Programmers Are Too Busy Becoming Talent

"Programming is supposed to be about developing talent, building brands, creating opportunities and preparing the next person to take the next step. When the person responsible for doing those things becomes part of the talent lineup, the priorities inevitably become blurred."

SuperTalk 99.7 WTN, Matt Murphy Delivered Broadcast Excellence on Dolly Parton’s Passing

Dolly Parton gave America so much for so long. It's only fitting that her hometown station gave her the send-off she earned.

20 Brands in 20 Days: Eric Wellman, Q104.3

"The playlist spans from Elton John to Linkin Park — a four-generation bandwidth that most radio formats wouldn't dare attempt."

How Rece Davis Plans To Build on College GameDay’s Legacy Ahead of a Historic 40th Season

"The fact that they’ve decided that we’re worthy of their time and attention over the years is something I’m very grateful for."

ESPN New York to Drop 98.7 Signal in August 2024

"For Karmazin, it is an easy decision. He says Good Karma Brands’ data shows that more than half of ESPN New York’s audience is not listening on a terrestrial radio signal."

ESPN 1320 Launches The Insiders In Middays

“We believe ‘The Insiders’ will provide our listeners with insightful analysis, engaging conversations and a unique perspective on all things sports in Sacramento.”

3 Names Emerge as NBC Nears Decision on Pete Bevacqua Replacement

“Insiders say they expect a decision to be made by the end of this month.”

Rich Eisen Doesn’t Care if Radio Guests ‘Know Anything About Sports’

"He says all he wants to do on radio is have 'meaningful conversations.'”

Jeff Saturday Returns to ESPN

It couldn’t have been a surprise to anyone that follows sports media news, but it became official on Tuesday. Jeff Saturday is back with...

Michelle Beadle is Going to Keep Trying to Do it All

“Radio, for me, is the perfect combination of getting to talk sports but having a little bit more freedom than you would otherwise.”

Beasley Media Group Files Contract Violation Lawsuit Against Anthony Gargano

A week after being announced as "Coming soon" to the PHLY Sports team, Anthony Gargano has been sued by 97.5 The Fanatic parent company...

Mike Valenti: Bad Detroit Teams Have Made Me a Better Host

"When your town has been as bad as Detroit has been, yeah creativity has to happen. Because if you just get on the air every day and say, 'This team is bad,' well yeah water's wet."

Nexstar, DirecTV Resolve Carriage Dispute With Multi-Year Deal

"The Nexstar blackout on DirecTV began on July 2."

104.3 The Fan Unveils New Lineup with Josh Dover & Phillip Lindsey, DMac Out

“This new lineup will provide a stable and consistent listening experience for our audience."

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SuperTalk 99.7 WTN, Matt Murphy Delivered Broadcast Excellence on Dolly Parton’s Passing

Dolly Parton gave America so much for so long. It's only fitting that her hometown station gave her the send-off she earned.

20 Brands in 20 Days: Eric Wellman, Q104.3

"The playlist spans from Elton John to Linkin Park — a four-generation bandwidth that most radio formats wouldn't dare attempt."

How Rece Davis Plans To Build on College GameDay’s Legacy Ahead of a Historic 40th Season

"The fact that they’ve decided that we’re worthy of their time and attention over the years is something I’m very grateful for."

Did Radio Talent of the Past Make a Bigger Impact?

"The greatest radio personalities weren’t merely voices coming through a speaker. They were bigger than life and became part of people’s lives."