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Is Nielsen’s Diary Service Headed for a Major Overhaul?

What Nielsen is proposing is both radical and evolutionary at the same time.

America 250 Is a Moment That Sports Radio Was Built For

"America 250 shouldn't be viewed as another marketing campaign or corporate initiative. It should be viewed as an opportunity to remind audiences what great local sports radio does best."

What Pizza Hut and Heinz Can Teach Classic Rock Radio Programmers

"Your station can do something Yum Brands and Heinz can't"

Is Your Radio Station Preparing to Change Formats? Watch for These Signs

"Sometimes the clock simply runs out."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Sports Television Talent of 2025

"This gives you an idea of how the industry collectively views the best of the best on sports television."

Three Keys to a Successful Super Bowl Radio Row Experience for You and Your Listeners

"Radio row doesn’t owe you anything. Not good guests. Not viral clips. Not validation for the expense. Those are earned through preparation, discipline, and creativity."

From Presidents to Pop Stars, the ManningCast Is Football’s Most Coveted Invitation

"ESPN’s alternative Monday Night Football presentation featuring Peyton and Eli Manning continued to solidify its place in sports media this past NFL season."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Sports Television Shows of 2025

Welcome to day two of Barrett Media's Top 20 series for the 2025 calendar year. This series is well regarded across sports radio, news/talk...

Can ‘The Dan Le Batard Show’ Relationship With Stugotz Be Revived?

"One of sports media’s great partnerships did not end with a bang. It faded into uncertainty. Until someone finally tells the full story, that uncertainty is all the audience has left"

Why Bill Belichick’s Hall of Fame Snub Is an Insult to NFL History

"In my view, the 50-person coach/contributor/senior voting panel favored cannabis over Canton by failing to induct Belichick unanimously."

ESPN Announces ‘The Handoff’ Event Kicking Off Super Bowl Ramp Up For The Network

"The event is designed as a symbolic and logistical transition from Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara to Super Bowl LXI, which will be played February 14, 2027."

iHeartMedia Teams Jemele Hill, Cari Champion for ‘Flagrant and Funny’ Podcast

"Flagrant and Funny is designed to live at the intersection of sports, culture, and commentary, offering listeners candid discussions that blend sharp analysis with humor."

Mike Greenberg: Earned My “Masters” in Broadcasting at 670 The Score With Terry Boers, Dan McNeil

"I realized that his [Boers] wit was based primarily in his extraordinary intelligence. Some humor is kind of dumb humor, but his humor was incredibly smart."

Did Barstool Sports Pull Off the Greatest ‘Work’ in Sports Media History

"If a ban ever existed, it didn’t matter. If it never existed, it mattered even less. The narrative still drove attention, fueled conversation, and reinforced Barstool’s ability to thrive without permission, credentials, or traditional access."

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