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Why Pat McAfee On Monday Night Countdown Will Outshine Every Network’s 2026 Football Moves

"With a potential $60 million-$65 million annual extension reportedly waiting in the wings, ESPN is clearly wanting to make a significant investment in his future. Whether you love McAfee, tolerate him or cannot stand him, there is little denying his ability to generate attention."

Howard Stern’s HBO Max Deal Is a Win for Everyone Involved

Audio built Stern's legend, yet television extends it to a generation that discovers shows through streaming platforms rather than satellite dials.

Salem Media’s Allen Power Reflects on 50-Year Radio Career Before Retirement

"It's bittersweet. What I will do is just be grateful. I'll be grateful for the 26 years with Salem, and the 50 years in the business, and the wonderful people that I've worked with."

How Freezing Cold Takes Turned Sports’ Worst Predictions Into An Entertainment Phenomenon

"I was only going to use it to mess with people. I did not plan on it being big at all. But it lends to what I do, which is find stuff. And because it’s sports, it makes it that much better for me."

WFAN’s Evan Roberts Finds New Energy In Return To Middays

"It’s like I’m going back to an audience I haven’t talked to in a while. Most don’t change their listening habits. It’s been a lot of ‘where you been.’"

Craig Carton: Dianna Russini Has Done “Damage” to Women in Broadcasting

"I know what you’re thinking. I know what everybody’s thinking. Wonder how she got that story."

Craig Carton: Women’s College Basketball Tournament Should Not Occur During Men’s Tournament To Increase Exposure

"Baseball's already started. The men are playing. I got the NBA in the final weekend after that season. It's just too much going on for me to tell my wife and family, nah, daddy's got to watch women play basketball."

How Sal Licata Balances Finding Independent Success With Emotions of WFAN Exit

"My whole life was WFAN, and my whole goal was to get to afternoon drive on WFAN. For the first time since I had that dream in 1995, I knew that dream was no longer a reality."

Is Outrage the Only Strategy Left in Sports Media?

"Clicks, views, and chatter might generate noise, produce a momentary ratings spike, and help you trend on Twitter, but that doesn't define success anymore."

WFAN’s Craig Carton Hopes Ongoing Gregg Giannotti, Brandon Tierney “Fight” Continues

"As things evolve, and hopefully they do, I want the fight to continue! I’m enjoying not being involved and just being an expert witness or commentator."

Craig Carton: WFAN Has Never Been Healthier in Many Aspects

"A little having fun at each other’s expense, I think it’s good for business and good for the on-air product."

Kirk Minihane: I’m the Last “Game Changer” WEEI Produced

"I was thinking what was the last legitimate game changer that either station [WEEI, 98.5 The Sports Hub] produced? And I swear to God, it’s me."

Why I’m Returning to the Country Radio Seminar in Nashville

"Country radio and the country music industry operate like a family more than a collection of competing businesses."

Craig Carton on Burying the Hatchet With Mike Francesa: “If He’s Buying Lunch, I’m In”

"We don't like each other and very quite publicly. He doesn't like me. I don't like him."

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