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Why AM Radio’s Future Depends On More Than Just Keeping It In Cars

"You can’t argue that AM radio matters to local communities while replacing local voices with centralized programming. You can’t tell listeners that the AM band is still relevant while giving them fewer reasons to tune in."

How 77 WABC’s John Catsimatidis Helped Push the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act Toward the Finish Line

"I am more concerned about our country than I am about WABC."

Amelia’s 30-Year Radio Career Ends at Baltimore’s 98 Rock

"We had every opportunity to go up against our competitors, which aren't terrestrial radio."

How Damien Woody Is Building His Second Act After 15 Years With ESPN

"For me, it’s about seeing content that they haven’t seen from me before. When you’re at ESPN, there’s a certain model that they do things. Now, independence allows me to broaden my reach with different things I can do. Hopefully, earning a new appreciation for what I can bring to the table."

What Shane Gillis Hosting the ESPYs Can Teach News/Talk Radio About Risk Taking

Don't always play it safe because it's easy. Take calculated risks. That's what ESPN did.

Dave Portnoy Confirms Barstool Sports Partnership With FOX Sports Including ‘Big Noon Kickoff,’ Daily Morning Show on FS1

"This has a potential be really good for both parties. They want our audience, but they know what audience we have."

Rob Manfred Suggests Centralized MLB Media Rights by 2028

"Our goal would be to accumulate all of our rights, national and local. Go to the table and develop in concert with the potential buyers, packages that are most valuable to them."

Lee Corso Honored by ‘College GameDay’ Colleagues During ESPY Awards

"I want to thank ESPN for this tribute and an opportunity to do a job that I’ve loved for 38 years."

MLB All-Star Game Viewership Down From Last Year

"Even with another year of declines, baseball still owns the most-watched All-Star event in sports."

How ‘Shan & RJ’ Found Personality Driven Dominance in Dallas

"We all have the same content, so what was differentiating? Personalities. Content matters, yes. But personalities matter more."

ESPN’s ‘Vibe Check’ Sets a New Tone for Sports Conversation

"They are not trying to pontificate. Instead, they choose to communicate. The show is a real conversation. Lights and cameras just happen to be there."

ESPN Signs Anthony Slater To Multi-Year Deal As National NBA, Golden State Warriors Writer

"In his new role at ESPN, Slater will contribute across multiple platforms, including ESPN.com and the ESPN app"

Harry Teinowitz Remembered as “An Idea Guy” and “Comedian” by Former Teammates Carmen DeFalco, John Jurkovic

"Harry was an actor. He was a comedian. He was a writer. He did do a lot. He tried a lot. He was never afraid to try things, ever."

Dave Portnoy, Barstool Sports Reportedly Nearing Deal With FOX Sports

FOX Sports appears ready to make a high-profile addition with Barstool Sports and founder Dave Portnoy just days after cancelling three of its weekday...

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How 77 WABC’s John Catsimatidis Helped Push the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act Toward the Finish Line

"I am more concerned about our country than I am about WABC."

Amelia’s 30-Year Radio Career Ends at Baltimore’s 98 Rock

"We had every opportunity to go up against our competitors, which aren't terrestrial radio."

How Damien Woody Is Building His Second Act After 15 Years With ESPN

"For me, it’s about seeing content that they haven’t seen from me before. When you’re at ESPN, there’s a certain model that they do things. Now, independence allows me to broaden my reach with different things I can do. Hopefully, earning a new appreciation for what I can bring to the table."

Commercial Clustering: How Radio Defeated Itself

"We were competing against the station across the street while the listener was comparing radio to Spotify, podcasts, satellite radio."