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Fred Toucher’s Simple Philosophy Behind His Boston Radio Success

"The advantage of being on for a long time is people feel they know you if you choose to share yourself with them. If you choose not to do that, then you're doing yourself a disservice. That prevents that special relationship between you and the audience."

Meet 580 WCHS’ Chris Lawrence, News/Talk Radio’s Only Marconi Award Personality Nominee

"I was really surprised to hear that I was the only one. It makes me think I must be doing something right if I was able to still be nominated and nobody else in this particular genre was."

WCBS-FM’s New Morning Show Embraces the Station’s Legendary History

"For years, 101.1 was the frequency where all the great talent ended their careers"

Why NFL Sunday Ticket Is A Premium Product With A Major Problem

"Fans shouldn't have to choose between accepting a blackout and hoping their favorite team's game doesn't compete with an overtime finish somewhere else. They paid for access, and they should receive it."

Jimmy Pitaro: ESPN Direct-to-Consumer ‘Could be Disruptive to the Traditional Ecosystem’

"Now, we’ve done more than just about anyone to protect that ecosystem. It has been very good to us, and it will be a priority for us going forward. This is parallel paths."

ESPN Sets Live Heisman Trophy Coverage

ESPN said it will televise the presentation of the Heisman Trophy on December 14 at 8 p.m. For 90 years, the Heisman has been presented...

Jason Kelce Documents ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Appearance, Receives Advice for Upcoming Late Night Show

"When you’re doing a show like this, you want to look right into the camera."

Stephen A. Smith to Participate in Free Throw Shooting Contest with ‘Inside the NBA’

The two companies collaborated on an endeavor last year from the In-Season Tournament through crossover segments between NBA pregame shows

Larry Fitzgerald Sr.: Randy Moss Has Liver Cancer

Moss has not confirmed Fitzgerald’s report, and ESPN has not issued any comment beyond what was previously stated regarding his absence.

Disney Has Streaming Advantages With ESPN That it Must Lean Into

“Making it a premium add-on to Disney+ instead of its own product may not solve that problem entirely, but it does create the advantage of convenience.”

ESPN Announces Commentary Assignments for 12-Team College Football Playoff

The ESPN lead college football commentary team of Chris Fowler, Kirk Herbstreit and Holly Rowe will be calling a game in every round of the College Football Playoff.

Radio Companies Are Opening The Door For Creators and Digital Giants to Emerge

"I understand radio's need to control costs, but each time a top talent is sent packing, they're being dared to launch a business and create future revenue pain for their former outlet."

And You Thought Radio Had It Bad…

Under the heading of “misery loves company”, it could be worse. Just look at cable.

Mina Kimes, Drew Carter and ESPN Heading to Springfield for ‘The Simpsons Funday Football’

"I’m crushing tape, but instead of football, I’m watching a TV show. It’s the most fun I’ve ever had prepping for a game."

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Meet 580 WCHS’ Chris Lawrence, News/Talk Radio’s Only Marconi Award Personality Nominee

"I was really surprised to hear that I was the only one. It makes me think I must be doing something right if I was able to still be nominated and nobody else in this particular genre was."

WCBS-FM’s New Morning Show Embraces the Station’s Legendary History

"For years, 101.1 was the frequency where all the great talent ended their careers"

Why NFL Sunday Ticket Is A Premium Product With A Major Problem

"Fans shouldn't have to choose between accepting a blackout and hoping their favorite team's game doesn't compete with an overtime finish somewhere else. They paid for access, and they should receive it."

Jack White’s Board Game and the Lost Art of Creating Fans

"Are we developing fans, or just collecting streams?