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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."

Disney Stock Surges Following Report of Direct-to-Consumer ESPN Plans

"Forbes reported Thursday that Disney saw over 1% in gains as a result, rising the price per share to $93.98."

Sports Media Industry Puts ESPN and Pat McAfee Under a Microscope

“For ESPN, it's easily their biggest content swing in the Pitaro era outside of live sports and it certainly makes their daily lineup more varied, and probably more interesting.”

ESPN Reportedly Preparing Direct-to-Consumer Launch

This new DTC plan, reportedly titled Project “Flagship,” will aim to transition the cable channel to be streamable.

Mark Shapiro: ‘Whatever Scott Van Pelt’s Deal is, He is Underpaid’

"You can still get paid if you're in that vein. That's a true unicorn.”

Pat McAfee Asks Audience to ‘Please Have Faith’ in ESPN Move

"The conversation with the powers that be at ESPN right now and at Disney all had the same exact line up.”

Matt Barrie ‘Fine With’ People That Don’t Want To See Him on PGA Championship

"I’m around the sport enough to know that I respect how it’s done and I always have, but let’s try something new."

Shan & RJ: ESPN Sounds Desperate With Victor Wembanyama Hype

"Like, is ESPN that desperate to make up the money they're throwing at McAfee to hype this to this degree?"

Pat McAfee & ESPN Stole The Show, But They Weren’t the Only Stars at Disney Upfront

“If you look at TV and streaming combined, we have over 94,000 live and original hours of studio and event programming.”

ESPN Asked NFL for Aaron Rodgers’s First Jets Home Game

"The ceiling on that game is just enormous."

Mark Jones Celebrates NBA Playoff Ratings by Mocking Critics

"Jones has never shied away from controversy when discussing race or politics online."

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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."