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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."

ESPN Acquires NFL Network and Additional Assets for 10% Equity Stake

"We’re creating a premier destination for football fans"

ESPN Announces Plans For New Direct-To-Consumer Product With Launch Expected This Month

"The network prepares for a formal launch before the start of the 2025 football season"

Pablo Torre Finds Out Signs Multi-Year Licensing Agreement With The Athletic

"According to Bloomberg, the deal is worth a reported seven figures and is one of two new licensing partnerships designed to add a more conversational, pop culture-infused layer to The Athletic’s sports coverage"

How Paul Finebaum Became an SEC Powerhouse as College Football Grew at ESPN

"Radio is often very cookie-cutter. I don't think I could get a job today if I was looking for one at a radio station"

WWE Press Conferences Are Always About the Storyline, Even in Their Absence

"As an entertainment company, you get to choose how you entertain your audience"

ESPN Elevates Nick Rud to Vice President, Sports Production for Diamond and College Olympic Sports

"I look forward to collaborating with our exceptional production teams, talent, and external partners to elevate visibility, deepen storytelling, and create even stronger connections between fans and the sports and athletes that inspire us"

ESPN Signs Social Media Influencer Katie Feeney as Sports and Lifestyle Content Creator

"I grew up watching SportsCenter with my family, and I’m proud to now be part of the storytelling that brings ESPN to millions of fans around the world"

ESPN Reportedly Reaches Deal With NFL Media To Take Over Redzone, NFL Network, and More

"ESPN gains control of several NFL-owned media properties, including RedZone, NFL Network, the league’s fantasy football business, and seven additional regular-season games"

Bomani Jones: Stephen A. Smith Is All ‘First Take’ Needs

"I think they can find somebody that is a reasonable facsimile. First Take didn’t need Skip Bayless"

Does Shannon Sharpe Have Options Following ESPN Dismissal?

"The answer today may be different in two days, two months, or even two years. Time heals all wounds, and oftentimes people forgive, though never forget"

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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."