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Jon “Stugotz” Weiner Hopes For Conclusion To Situation With Dan Le Batard: “Everyone Is Tired Of This Bulls**t”

"My hope is Dan [Le Batard] and I will meet up or we'll speak on the phone and we'll try to hash this out. But if we continue to have the same god damn conversation that he and I have been having now for almost a year. I'm telling you, I'm getting pretty close to giving up."

Sports Illustrated Layoffs Underway Affecting Several Legacy Writers

"In total, a reported 10 to 15 people were affected."

UMG Rejects Ackman’s $64 Billion Takeover Bid

"We remain committed to leading the industry by attracting the world's top talent"

Coleman Insights Sets Podcast Trailer Study Webinar

The session analyzes four real trailers — High Scrollers, Better Than Yesterday, Superfan Diaries, and Binge or Cringe — spotlighting key differences in storytelling, structure, and emotional impact.

Danny Zederman Reveals ESPN Chicago’s Vision Behind Aggressive Digital Expansion

"We want to not just be with the curve, but be ahead of it. That's something we pride ourselves on. That's the move to make moving forward in the industry."

ESPN Chicago To Stream ‘Waddle & Silvy’ on YouTube, Twitch During Weekday Chicago White Sox Afternoon Games

"We love having the White Sox on our station. We've had them on our station for a long time. In addition to having White Sox games, you will also get Waddle & Silvy even when the White Sox are playing during our timeslot."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market Sports Radio Stations of 2025

"A total of 39 brands were eligible for voting consideration in the Major Market Sports Radio Stations category."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market Sports Radio Program Directors of 2025

"A total of 32 PDs were eligible for voting consideration in the Major Market Sports Radio Program Directors category."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows of 2025

"A total of 34 shows were eligible for voting consideration in the Major Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows category."

Gary Sharp Announces Departure From 1620 The Zone

"I shared the airwaves with some extremely talented people who made me better. Proud of what we did on- and off-air."

Why Armen Williams Returned to Radio to Help Build Westwood One Sports

"We know what's been done and how it’s been done. What do we have to lose by doing it differently? Let’s just see what happens."

ESPN Chicago Marc Silverman Takes Aim at Chicago Bulls Broadcaster Chuck Swirsky

"That is one of the worst guys. My wife told me, do not address this. Do not bring this up. He doesn't deserve your time. I don't know how to fight without that way."

Sports Media Game-Changing Predictions for What’s Coming in 2026

"As 2026 approaches, one thing is clear: sports media will continue to evolve at a relentless pace."

Westwood One Sports Announces Full Weekday Lineup Launching December 29

"With our partners at Audacy, we’ve assembled a group of diverse and passionate sports voices committed to covering the biggest sports stories with opinions, expert analysis, and fan interaction"

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Sports Illustrated Layoffs Underway Affecting Several Legacy Writers

"In total, a reported 10 to 15 people were affected."

UMG Rejects Ackman’s $64 Billion Takeover Bid

"We remain committed to leading the industry by attracting the world's top talent"

Coleman Insights Sets Podcast Trailer Study Webinar

The session analyzes four real trailers — High Scrollers, Better Than Yesterday, Superfan Diaries, and Binge or Cringe — spotlighting key differences in storytelling, structure, and emotional impact.

KVJ and WRMF: The Accidental Stars of Florida’s Most Viral Traffic Stop

"WRMF's KVJ morning show playing clearly as the deputy stepped out of his patrol car."