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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."

Jeff Passan Suffers Broken Back

“My back may be shot, but my phone still works.”

Scott Van Pelt, Laura Rutledge Could Host ‘Monday Night Countdown’

Both hosts are the frontrunners, according to Marchand, but ESPN will also consider other internal candidates to fill the position.

John Ourand: Most Likely ‘Strategic Partner’ for ESPN is Private Equity Firm

"By going the private equity route, Iger would have cover to manage the business more aggressively and move more quickly into sports gaming and streaming."

Buster Olney: ‘Shohei Ohtani Trade Conversation Will Dominate the Sport’

"If he is traded, you talk about a frenzy – idiots like me are going to be talking about this 24 hours a day.”

Boomer & Gio Delight in Difference Between Stephen A. Smith on TV vs. Podcast

As time has progressed, Smith has talked about topics that would likely be frowned upon if he were to do it on ESPN.

Rich Shertenlieb: No Joe Buck is a Problem for MLB All-Star Game

“I just believe we've been conditioned to think that when you hear Joe Buck's voice, you know, something big and important is happening in the sports world.”

The CW Network to Televise ACC Football, Basketball Games

"We appreciate ESPN and Raycom working together and look forward to the partnership with The CW.”

Jeff Agrest: ‘Michael Wilbon Sounds Like Northwestern Athletic Director’

"Michael Wilbon, award-winning journalist, essentially is playing the role of a flack for his alma mater."

Bob Iger: Disney ‘Open-Minded’ to Finding ‘Strategic Partners’ for ESPN

"It's an advertiser's dream. There's a great demographic there."

Dick Vitale Receives Support From Sports Media Following Cancer Announcement

"Plenty of fans are in his corner, saying prayers and expressing their support."

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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."