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If ESPN Is Going To Pay Big Money To Talent, Stephen A. Smith Should Get Plenty!
"Stephen A. Smith is not a middle of the pack talent who executives would need to be convinced to hire. If ESPN doesn't give him a lucrative deal, someone else will."
Replacing Iconic Shows Is a Very Tall Order
"Replacing Francesa is a tall order. He's arguably the most successful sports radio host to ever work in New York City."
BSM Podcast Episode 14: Freddie Coleman – ESPN Radio
LaVar Ball's interview on "The Herd with Colin Cowherd" created mixed reactions across the sports media industry. Some rose to the defense of the...
The Greatest Threat To a Brand’s Success Is Itself
Mark Cuban once said "work like there is someone working twenty four hours a day to take it all away from you." In the...
How Sports Fans View The Current State of ESPN
Much has been said and written about ESPN's struggles over the past few years. From cord cutting to layoffs to declining ratings and revenues,...
Zampillo Named Operations Manager of ESPNLA 710
ESPNLA 710 spent the past few months talking to a number of qualified candidates about their Operations Manager vacancy and that process has finally...
Why The Media Is No Longer Trusted!
As a kid, I used to read the New York Daily News, and New York Post. I enjoyed the opportunity to learn about my...
When Talent Gain Influence In The Hiring Process
Professional sports are an excellent teacher for understanding how a quest for power can rip apart an organization. When too much control is placed in...
Why Great Brands Never Stop Making Adjustments
If you want to watch a group of people freak out, utter the one word that makes them uncomfortable - change! The minute they...
What Is Happening To The Worldwide Leader In Sports?
It's been a tumultuous time for the worldwide leader in sports. In 2015, ESPN lost a number of their best on-air talent, as Bill...