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Barstool Sports’ Brandon Walker Defends Appearance on the Rich Eisen Show: “I Didn’t Know” Eisen Was With ESPN

"I never thought about it. I never considered it was ESPN, and didn't know it was ESPN until they tweeted the clip out. I had no idea Eisen was on ESPN, and was just on the Eisen show."

Lester Holt to Debut New NBC News Podcast Series

The series will feature deeply personal conversations with people whose lives changed through violence, survival, loss, injustice, or unexpected circumstances.

The Pivot Announces Multi-Year Agreement With Netflix

"I’ve gained a new perspective: passion over platform, and people over perception. I’m grateful and excited to take [The Pivot] to Netflix."

Howard Stern Bringing SiriusXM Show to HBO Max Next Month

“As the ‘King of All Media,’ I am honored to bring my SiriusXM show to HBO Max, and through HBO Max to worldwide distribution."

Being Laid Off Hasn’t Dampened Kadie Daye’s Love of Radio

“You could be sad, but how will that help me? It is not going to help me get the next big thing."

How Craig Schwalb Helped Usher WBBM Newsradio Into the Digital Age

"We're much more aggressive on multi-platform content than the station used to be. We really identified a lot of opportunities there.” 

‘Throwback 100.3’ Chicago Collects 100,000 Valentines Cards For Kids

Over the past 9 years, Throwback 100.3 and its listeners have hand-crafted and donated over 100,000 cards.

‘The Fred Show’ Succeeds By Giving Everyone An Equal Voice

“I think we really benefited from everybody having a mic versus shows where you've got an A player and a B player and a C player; we don't do that.”

WGN Radio Inks Bob Sirott to Contract Extension

“Management has given me a terrific on-air and behind-the-scenes team, plus freedom to do whatever I want.”

Rufio Exits ‘The Fred Show’ and 103.5 KISS FM Chicago

Kevin “Rufio” Santiago announced on Facebook that he was leaving the station after 17 years with it and seven as part of “The Fred Show.”

The Interview: Bob Sirott on WGN Radio

Just because I didn't expect this outcome doesn't mean it was bad. And I always say "Different isn't bad. It's just different."

Former WGN Radio Vice President/General Manager Dan Fabian Dies

Dan Fabian served in the role for the venerable news/talk station from 1986 until his retirement in 1996.

Music Radio Remembers Industry Vet Doug Dahlgren

Doug Dahlgren, known for his work on morning shows in various markets, including Indianapolis and Portland, OR, passed away on November 30 at his home in Chicago.

For Ray Stevens, It’s Time to Focus All of His Energy on WLS-AM 890

"I loved my time at KCMO. I will miss the very loyal listeners ... It's time to make WLS great again!"

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Lester Holt to Debut New NBC News Podcast Series

The series will feature deeply personal conversations with people whose lives changed through violence, survival, loss, injustice, or unexpected circumstances.

The Pivot Announces Multi-Year Agreement With Netflix

"I’ve gained a new perspective: passion over platform, and people over perception. I’m grateful and excited to take [The Pivot] to Netflix."

Howard Stern Bringing SiriusXM Show to HBO Max Next Month

“As the ‘King of All Media,’ I am honored to bring my SiriusXM show to HBO Max, and through HBO Max to worldwide distribution."

Clay Travis Adds Bet The Board Podcast To Sport & State With Three-Year Agreement

"They are bringing back their Bet The Board podcast sponsored by Hard Rock Bet. You're all welcome. Sincerely, Clay Travis, aka the best GM in sports."