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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."

ACC Network Host Mark Packer Retires From ESPN

“Given the difficult challenges of past three years on both a personal and professional level, the timing is right.”

Sports Broadcasters Celebrate Father’s Day By Thanking Their Famous Dads

"Plenty of the voices you know are the progeny of the voices your parents know."

Jim Nantz Reveals He Spoke To Billy Packer Night Before He Died

"We talked on Wednesday night; he died on Thursday.”

Billy Packer Should Be FOX’s Model For Greg Olsen

"Star power has always held sway in the entertainment business, but it feels like the opportunities to ascend to stardom are fading."

Jim Nantz: Billy Packer One of the Great Analysts in Television History

Legendary college basketball analyst Billy Packer died earlier this week, and tributes began pouring in after the news was announced. Jim Nantz, who worked...

Legendary College Basketball Analyst Billy Packer Dies

Billy Packer announced 34 Final Fours between NBC and CBS. He served as a color commentator for every Final Four from 1975 through 2008.

Replacing Iconic Shows Is a Very Tall Order

"Replacing Francesa is a tall order. He's arguably the most successful sports radio host to ever work in New York City."

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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."