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Worldwide News Network Strikes First International Deal

"This is the first step in building an international network of partners who value trusted, high-quality radio journalism.”

Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Bill Simmons: ESPN Will Screw Up ‘Inside the NBA’

"The only way it doesn’t go badly is if they do the commercials and they give them the lengthy segments that you need to have that show work."

Bill Simmons: ‘Mike and the Mad Dog’ Weighing in on Oscars ‘Created Podcasting’

"I was like, ‘This is the mode for something down the road.'"

The Ringer Adds NBA Reporter Zach Lowe to Podcast Network

“I was really hoping at some point in life we would get to work together again. So it’s happening.”

Bill Simmons Takes Shot At ESPN During Appearance With Colin Cowherd

“‘Oh no! Can’t leave the Worldwide Leader! Your whole life’s gonna fall apart!’ Guess what? We’re fine.”

Bill Simmons: ‘If Something’s Good Enough, People are Going to Find It’

"We’re really trying to dive into some stuff, and especially [with] how a franchise intersects with a city and a country."

Bill Simmons: NBA Goal Should Be Getting Away from Football as Much as Possible

"Some of the stuff that they’re already doing is a reaction to the fact that football is just killing them, right?"

Spotify Signs Multi-Year Extension with Bill Simmons

“I’ve been in enough work situations at this point that you just kinda know when you’re in the right spot,”

FOX Sports Averages 33.6 Million Viewers for Commanders-Lions

The audience for the contest is projected to have peaked with 35.7 million viewers from the quarter-hour from 9:30 to 9:45 p.m. EST.

Bill Simmons: Doesn’t Seem Like ESPN Cares About Podcasts After Laying Off Zach Lowe

"I don't understand the strategy. I feel like I've always understood, at least somewhat, what they're doing."

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Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."