Whatever the underlying motivation, the message to every other host and producer on the payroll is the same: sharing confidential editorial strategy with outside political figures will get you fired. No matter how close you are to the audience or the administration.
"The Football Tax feels like an investment. Every year, football asks fans for a little more, and every year, fans grumble. Every year, we pay it anyway."
"They are actively listening and on top of that with their heart. And listeners will buy from advertisers in sports. Make sure your clients understand that."
"Harlan has made some big calls in his career and has also gone viral for others. Why? Because he separates himself from other broadcasters with his personality and sense of humor."
"Mike and Mike used to embrace the slogan "What Makes Them Different, Makes Them Great," but in reality, what made Mike Golic special was that he never changed who he was."
"David Letterman’s NBC show would have him on doing comedy bits, making him announce elevator races in 30 Rockefeller Plaza in his serious, network style. He really feels like those appearances helped break him in."
"The Football Tax feels like an investment. Every year, football asks fans for a little more, and every year, fans grumble. Every year, we pay it anyway."