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Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."

DraftKings, VSIN to Deliver 70 Hours of Content From Super Bowl Radio Row

“The on-site opportunity will allow DraftKings and VSiN talent to deliver real-time insights and enhanced content featuring celebrities and athletes as the media, entertainment and sports worlds collide in Phoenix for the big game.” 

DraftKings Chief Media Officer Brian Angiolet Departs

Angiolet was on the job for 18 months, which included DraftKings striking a deal with Meadowlark Media to distribute The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz.

DraftKings Ranks Top 10 In National Radio Ad Buys

In 2021, DraftKings spent $26 million on national radio for it's betting service. It was the most by any sportsbook in the country and the only one to crack the top ten of companies in all of radio ad spends.

Mike Golic Jr: You Feel Like ‘A Product Of The Machine’ At ESPN

"It was a hard decision, but one of those where I just looked and said 'when am I going to have an opportunity to maybe go and get in on the ground floor of something, go and actually build and create something?'"

Mike Golic Jr Announces New Gig With DraftKings

"Golic said it has been strange not having anywhere to broadcast for nearly three full months."

Mike Golic, Jessica Smetana Team Up For DraftKings Podcast

"The podcast is separate from the company's deal with Meadowlark Media."

Barrett Sports Media’s Top 21 Specialty Selections of 2021

"These categories were different from the BSM Top 20 and represent twenty one (21) total votes by our current staff and a few select former members."

Angiolet, Borod, Craig & Sottolano Added To 2022 BSM Summit

"If you're planning to attend, please buy your tickets as soon as possible. We have limited room and it's first come, first serve."

John Skipper To Speak At The 2022 BSM Summit

"In January 2021, Skipper's plate became even more full when he reunited with Dan Le Batard to create Meadowlark Media. Since joining forces, the group has raised millions of dollars in funding, lured key talent to join the brand, and in April, Meadowlark closed a deal with DraftKings for a reported fifty million dollars over three years. Not too shabby for year #1.

The Gold Rush Is Here & Talent Have Never Had More Leverage

To say that sports gambling has improved the fortunes for big names in media would be akin to declaring that a Stop sign is red. Gee, ya think?

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ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."

25% of News Consumers Now ‘Fanatics’, Stagwell Data Shows

Additionally, 74% say they have a more positive impression of companies that advertise within news environments.