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The Industry According To: Kathleen, Kesley, & Chris, Columbia Records

"Relationships matter. Analytics matter. Being able to speak the language matters."

Why TikTok Followers Don’t Equal Radio Talent

"Some creators can. Others simply do not translate."

Tom Brady’s Viral Weekend Was A Business Lesson Sports Media Missed

"Far too many were eager to mock a staged wrestling angle, a promotional appearance, or a calculated branding move that they overlooked what was actually happening."

Why Cumulus Sees Xperi Data as a Big Data Breakthrough for Radio

"We're excited because we feel this is a step forward in using technology to change the way people think about radio. This is really the big data moment for radio, at least as we see it."

David Roberts Reflects on Retirement, Diversity, and the Future of ESPN

"Working at ESPN, you’re working with arguably the best people in the industry. Because of that, a great deal of our goals were accomplished through collective effort and teamwork. It’s nice to sit back and reflect on the things we accomplished as a team together."

ESPN Promotes Mike Foss to Replace David Roberts

As David Roberts begins to wind down his career, ESPN doesn't have to look far for his replacement. It has named Mike Foss as...

Why Skip Bayless’ Return to ‘First Take’ Should Be an Audition for More

"ESPN doesn’t need nostalgia—it needs impact. And impact is exactly what a recurring role for Bayless on First Take could deliver. The history is proven, the attention is guaranteed, and the interest is already built in."

Skip Bayless to Reunite With Stephen A. Smith on ‘First Take’ This Friday on ESPN

"No one has ever quite matched the chemistry that maybe God above gave us."

ESPN Executive Dave Roberts Retiring at the End of August

"This has been both a real honor and a blessing to work for and with the most talented people in the industry."

ESPN Executive David Roberts Reportedly Retiring Soon

"According to Andrew Marchand, senior vice president Mike Foss is expected to take on expanded responsibilities."

ESPN Hires Roxanna Scott as Senior Vice President, Editor in Chief

"It’s an honor to lead the newsroom at ESPN, the global leader in sports news"

ESPN Adds Former NFL MVP Cam Newton Primarily to Work on ‘First Take’

Barrett Media produces over 20 stories per day on the music, news, and sports media industries. To make sure you're updated on the latest...

ESPN Outlines Content Organization Restructuring, New Roles for Mike McQuade, David Roberts

ESPN is undergoing a reorganization to its content structure, as announced on Monday by Burke Magnus, the company’s president of content. Magnus sent an...

Shannon Sharpe Inks Multiyear Extension with ESPN, to Expand Role on ‘First Take’

"I look forward to expanding my role and showing more of the world what I have to offer."

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