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The Industry According to Gary Jay, Land Shark Promotion Studio

"Radio cannot afford to become a tired jukebox with 15 minutes of commercials every hour."

Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

Report: Ernie Johnson to Remain at TNT Sports No Matter Outcome of NBA Media Rights Negotiations

Sources recently told Tom Friend of "Sports Business Journal" that Johnson “would stay at Turner” regardless of what happens with the NBA media rights.

Diamond Sports Group, Comcast Unable to Reach New Carriage Agreement

The development occurs after Diamond Sports Group had reached a multi-year carriage renewal with DirecTV earlier in the week.

Peacock Revenue Increases 54% Year Over Year in 1st Quarter

Comcast's Peacock added 3 million subscribers in the first quarter of 2024, which was helped by the exclusive airing of the Chiefs-Dolphins playoff game.

MASN, Comcast Reach Deal Moving RSN to More Expensive Cable Subscription Tier

"We appreciate MASN working with us to find a solution to maintain MASN and MASN2 on our platform that also provides our customers with a choice."

Diamond Sports Group Requests Extension in Ch. 11 Reorganization

"Navigating these choppy waters requires discussions with, and cooperation from, many parties...."

Diamond Sports Group Prepares for Creditor Hearing, Comcast Negotiation

Diamond Sports Group has until this Saturday to negotiate a restructuring plan with its creditors that would result in the end to its Ch....

Rick Cordella Named President of NBC Sports

"Rick has been at the epicenter of NBC Sports for years with a proven track record of growth and innovation..."

Comcast President: ‘Very Improbable’ Company is Strategic Partner for ESPN

“As you’d imagine, there are tremendous issues around tax, minority shareholders and structuring generally."

Disney, Amazon Reportedly Exploring WWE Media Rights

WWE will continue its quest for a new broadcast home, and has postulated deals with various over-the-top (OTT) streaming platforms as a potential move.

Adam Silver: NBA Tried to Mediate Dispute Between Comcast & Altitude Sports

"As we are trying to design what a new approach should be to see NBA games, the part that is on us is taking into account how a local fan is able to watch as well."

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Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

How Matt Barrie Is Prepared To Tackle the Challenge of Hosting SEC Nation

"If you're a college football junkie like I am, there are few jobs with ESPN that scratch that itch. SEC Nation is one of them."