"When a broadcaster can create the kind of reaction that Mulligan’s departure generated, and when a brand can withstand decades of change and still command that kind of attention, there is still plenty of life left in both."
The great philosopher, Seneca, put it well centuries ago: "We suffer more in our imagination than in reality." Few situations in recent media memory fit that quote as neatly as this one.
In a world where everything has become individualized, customizable, and on-demand, the downfall of national sports radio was inevitable. But that doesn't mean it can't fight back.
Traditional, terrestrial, over-the-air radio is still far and away the best option for a professional sports team, and any club that suggests otherwise is lying.
The pressure to come into a situation and immediately perform is felt by everyone launching a new show or brand. And yet, the opportunities to learn, train, and hone the craft are shrinking.
You can't let yourself get so wrapped up in what is best for the company that you completely lose sight of who you're serving, what their expectations are, and why they're consuming your product in the first place.
Peacock was the home of WrestleMania on Saturday and Sunday night, and the entire time I watched, one question continued to circulate in my head: Why isn't this on NBC?
The opportunity to grow in knowledge, soak in the information presented, and see the thought processes of our industry's leaders was an inspiring time.
"When a broadcaster can create the kind of reaction that Mulligan’s departure generated, and when a brand can withstand decades of change and still command that kind of attention, there is still plenty of life left in both."
The great philosopher, Seneca, put it well centuries ago: "We suffer more in our imagination than in reality." Few situations in recent media memory fit that quote as neatly as this one.
"I’m not satisfied with just competing. I want to win. I want our station to not just be relevant, but be one of the best sports stations in the country. We have an opportunity to do that."