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Paul Peck, Kevin Sylvester Join Buffalo Bills Radio Coverage On 97 Rock

"Together, Paul Peck and Kevin Sylvester bring decades of experience covering the teams, players, and moments that have defined Buffalo sports."

Nick Jordan Exit Reshapes Indianapolis B105.7 & 97.1 Hank Programming

"That's a significant dual-station responsibility in the Indianapolis market, reflecting modern consolidation realities."

Why Are Talk Radio Hosts Missing From 2026 Marconi Award Nominees?

News/talk has produced Marconi winners and finalists for years. Hosts who've been recognized before -- or who've built shows around exactly the kind of local connection and audience loyalty the Marconis are meant to honor -- don't typically forget to apply.

20 Brands In 20 Days: Marci Braun, US 99 Chicago

"The hang time you get with artists is definitely part of the secret sauce because you feel invested,"

ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Photos of Dianna Russini, Mike Vrabel: “It’s Unfortunate”

"I don’t know what’s right. I don’t know what’s wrong. I feel bad for the families involved. It’s unfortunate."

IFL President Jared Widman Celebrates League Momentum Through Yahoo Sports, Overnight With Vision for More

"Yahoo Sports and Overnight already have plans for expansion next year. With more teams comes more games, and we can’t be more thrilled about that."

Fred Toucher Questions Dianna Russini’s Actions Following Photos With Mike Vrabel

"Why would you get in a bikini and hug and cavort with a head coach of a league that you cover? Then I'll just ask you this, if you were her husband, what would you say?"

Boomer Esiason Concerned About Journalistic Reaction Following Dianna Russini, Mike Vrabel Photos

"What I worry about for her is just that the general look of somebody who covers the league holding hands and hugging."

ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt Not Moving Program to Weekday Afternoon Time Slot

"The answer is, No, we're not moving. We're not going to change where we are for the time being."

ESPN Earns Second-Most Viewed Women’s Final Four in History

"The 2026 championship audience increased 15% compared to last year’s game."

How Emmanuel Acho Built Speakeasy’s Success By Embracing Digital Community and Leaving Network Television Behind

"Just because you’re in a position doesn’t mean you know what you’re doing. What network executive would have been able to ideate Speakeasy? Then line up talent, build out the studios, and choose the timeslot for Speakeasy. I did that in 54 days."

ESPN Must Stop Troy Aikman From Selling His Access To Other NFL Franchises

"If the league won’t act, then networks should. Stop paying top voices if they are going to leverage the access you provide for personal gain and influence within the league. That’s not fair to teams, and in an era where the integrity of sports is constantly questioned, it’s certainly not fair to fans."

Nashville Predators Partner With Scripps Sports for Local TV Agreement After Leaving Main Street Sports Group

"The Predators become the latest franchise to partner with Scripps, joining the Tampa Bay Lightning, Florida Panthers and Vegas Golden Knights."

Tim Brando Signs Extension With FOX Sports

"They didn’t have to move this quickly. My deal wasn’t up until August, but they reached out right away. I’m extremely grateful."

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Nick Jordan Exit Reshapes Indianapolis B105.7 & 97.1 Hank Programming

"That's a significant dual-station responsibility in the Indianapolis market, reflecting modern consolidation realities."

Why Are Talk Radio Hosts Missing From 2026 Marconi Award Nominees?

News/talk has produced Marconi winners and finalists for years. Hosts who've been recognized before -- or who've built shows around exactly the kind of local connection and audience loyalty the Marconis are meant to honor -- don't typically forget to apply.

20 Brands In 20 Days: Marci Braun, US 99 Chicago

"The hang time you get with artists is definitely part of the secret sauce because you feel invested,"

Inside Mark Simone’s Decision to Expand His 710 WOR Show

"We're doing very well ratings-wise, and apparently really well sales-wise, advertising-wise. If we have sponsors waiting, that's a good sign."