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Jim Rome Show Adds Video Distribution On YouTube Beginning June 22

"This should come as no surprise, as we've been building out this channel. We are really pleased with how it's grown. We're really pleased with your reaction to it. So, come Monday, the show will air live on YouTube."

NBA Finals Average Viewership Finishes Highest Since 1998

"The 2026 NBA Finals averaged 20.6 million viewers across five games, setting an ABC and ESPN audience record. ABC and ESPN also scored the most-watched NBA Finals since 1998 (average 29 million)."

OutKick Sees Massive Growth In Multiplatform Success For May

"OutKick’s growth has been driven by its willingness to cover stories that most sports outlets overlook and to feature voices offering unique perspectives on the issues shaping sports today."

Omaha Productions To Produce World Series Of Poker Return To ESPN

"Producing the World Series of Poker Main Event & Main Event Final Table gives us an exciting opportunity to expand our live event slate and bring our production approach to one of the most recognizable competitions in sports and entertainment."

The Audacy Partnership Is a Wake up Call to iHeartMedia Sports Radio Stations

"You can always learn a thing or two from your competition—but only if you’re willing to watch and listen."

Bob Pittman: iHeartMedia Will Use AI to Save $150 Million in 2025

"Much of how we use AI is in mining data to better understand our audience, the consumer."

iHeartMedia Revenue Grows 1% During 2025’s 1st Quarter

The biggest driver of that revenue increase was digital audio, as that sector increased by $38.3 million during the quarter.

iHeartMedia is About to Miss the Boat on Video Podcasting Unless Bob Pittman Changes Course

The game is changing. Strike that, the game has changed. So why is Bob Pittman dragging his feet?

iHeartMedia Reports 3% Revenue Increase in 2024

"This provides the company with the flexibility to remain focused on creating shareholder value in 2025 and beyond.”

iHeartMedia Answers FCC Chair Brendon Carr’s Payola Inquiry

The question arises from the relationship between artists and iHeart, and whether performing or not performing impacted artists spins across the company’s footprint.

The FCC Is Creating A Slippery Slope For Broadcasters

This is a slippery slope not only for journalists but for all broadcasters as it relates to the First Amendment, decency rules, perhaps mergers and acquisitions, and even satire.

FCC Wants Details Regarding 2025 iHeartCountry Festival

In a recent letter, FCC Chairman Carr asked for details about how iHeartMedia organizes events like this and how it ensures compliance with federal payola laws.

Nielsen’s 3 Minute Qualifier Will Be A Game Changer

Nielsen recently changed from a 5-minute radio qualifier to a 3-minute qualifier. What a difference this should make in the industry.

The Best in Sports and News Media in 2024

"In September 2025 we'll celebrate 10 years in business. I never expected that when this journey began, and I'm damn proud that we've survived this long and continue to grow."

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NBA Finals Average Viewership Finishes Highest Since 1998

"The 2026 NBA Finals averaged 20.6 million viewers across five games, setting an ABC and ESPN audience record. ABC and ESPN also scored the most-watched NBA Finals since 1998 (average 29 million)."

OutKick Sees Massive Growth In Multiplatform Success For May

"OutKick’s growth has been driven by its willingness to cover stories that most sports outlets overlook and to feature voices offering unique perspectives on the issues shaping sports today."

Omaha Productions To Produce World Series Of Poker Return To ESPN

"Producing the World Series of Poker Main Event & Main Event Final Table gives us an exciting opportunity to expand our live event slate and bring our production approach to one of the most recognizable competitions in sports and entertainment."

NewsNation Launches ‘Spirit of America’ Series for America 250

"We are proud to take viewers on a new road trip that highlights what makes America truly unique."