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Inside DAZN’s Push Into the U.S. Sports Media Rights Race

"The hope is this year we prove ourselves to some degree to certain teams and leagues to show what we can do."

Red Hotline Globe: Why Authentic Air Talent Matters

"Build your personal footprint across social media and local events. Doing so ensures your connection with the audience belongs to you."

Why Abby Phillip’s Contract Extension Could Put CNN, Paramount Skydance on Collision Course

Nobody wants an outside ownership group walking into their newsroom and announcing that everything's been done wrong. That conversation never goes well, no matter who's delivering it or how it's framed.

Why the CW Network’s College Football Coverage Deserves Your Attention This Season

"CW Sports is not going to feature games pitting traditional powers like Oklahoma, Notre Dame, Michigan, Alabama, Georgia or Texas against each other. However, just looking at the 2026 college football schedule, they do have some interesting matchups."

Shannon Sharpe: ‘I Can’t Have The Relationship With Skip Bayless That Stephen A. Smith Did’

"Skip and I just needed to get into a room and talk, and calmer heads prevailed.”

Mike Francesa, Chris Russo Not Sold on Tom Brady’s Future As a TV Analyst

“It’s a special day! It’s a special day at First Take! Look at the crew I have in front of me.”

Does Mike & The Mad Dog Reunion Really Have Broad Appeal?

"My confusion is not about the content. It is about the strategy."

Mike and The Mad Dog Reunion Set For First Take on February 1

“I can tell you this, no other people, the three of us for two hours. Think about that.”

Stephen A. Smith Promises Mike and the Mad Dog Reunion on First Take

"They made sports talk radio what it is. I’m gonna bring them both in soon for an appearance on First Take.”

Gregg Giannotti: Somebody Needs to Tell Mike Francesa ‘Nobody Cares Anymore’

"Somebody needs to knock on his door and say 'Nobody cares anymore. Nobody'," Giannotti said.

Mike Francesa Admits ‘There’s A Lot of Truth’ To Potential Mike and The Mad Dog Reunion On First Take

"I know there was a story written yesterday. The story had a lot of -- I wouldn't say it was 100% accurate, but it had a lot of truth to it."

The Michael Kay Show Celebrates 20 Years of New York Sports Radio Excellence

"When we started, I thought it was going to be a short-term gig. 20 years – it’s really hard to fathom; it really is.”

Sports Talkers Podcast: Michael Kay, YES & ESPN

Michael Kay shares his career journey as well as his thoughts on the Yankees, Mike & the Mad Dog, CC Sabathia and more. iTunes: https://buff.ly/3xYq3Oe Spotify:...

Mad Dog Unleashes On Bill Cowher, Joe Thomas For Jeff Saturday Criticism

“How much experience does Cowher have? He got a job at CBS. What did he go to Racine, Wisconsin, and I missed it?"

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Red Hotline Globe: Why Authentic Air Talent Matters

"Build your personal footprint across social media and local events. Doing so ensures your connection with the audience belongs to you."

Why Abby Phillip’s Contract Extension Could Put CNN, Paramount Skydance on Collision Course

Nobody wants an outside ownership group walking into their newsroom and announcing that everything's been done wrong. That conversation never goes well, no matter who's delivering it or how it's framed.

Why the CW Network’s College Football Coverage Deserves Your Attention This Season

"CW Sports is not going to feature games pitting traditional powers like Oklahoma, Notre Dame, Michigan, Alabama, Georgia or Texas against each other. However, just looking at the 2026 college football schedule, they do have some interesting matchups."

Denver Nuggets Announce New Television Broadcast Team

"Reed arrives after five years calling college hoops for ESPN, NBC/Peacock and FOX Sports. Meanwhile, Winge, with Altitude since 2018, steps into the lead analyst chair as the third full-time female analyst on an NBA regional network."