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Sports Fans Frustration With Distribution Only Growing: Survey

"The data shows nearly 52% of streaming viewers frequently don’t know where a game airs. Meanwhile, nearly 55% subscribe to a streaming service specifically for live sports."

Bob Moore, Longtime Radio Executive, Passes Away

He built a broadcasting career spanning several decades, including senior management roles with Greater Media, Westwood One, and CBS Radio.

ESPN/Disney Reportedly Interested In More Stanley Cup Playoff Games In New NHL Rights Agreement

"I believe that with fierce competition that’s going on between traditional television and the newer media platforms that there’ll be a great opportunity for us to both expand our reach and get paid what we think is an appropriate reflection of our value."

NBA, Fanatics Studios Sign Multi-Year Creative and Event Production Agreement For NBA All Star

"NBA All-Star is one of those moments where sports and culture collide, and getting to work with the NBA, the players and NBC Sports on what comes next is incredibly exciting."

Music Radio Isn’t Done With the Taylor Swift Wedding

"There are angles everywhere. Pick one per day and build around it."

iHeartMedia Layoffs Hit Programming as Intern John Exits HOT 99.5, Z104.3

Intern John signed a contract extension with iHeartMedia in November. At the time, he revealed that the deal was for three years.

Frequency Broadcasting Revives ‘Kelly 95.3’ in Bakersfield

"This is a brand that already has deep roots in Bakersfield. Bringing it back is about honoring that history while building something that feels fresh, relevant, and locally connected."

How Jack Diamond’s Journey Shows Local Radio Still Matters in a Digital Age

"Jack Diamond is a living, active testament to a life dedicated to radio and the power of local radio."

The Kadie Daye Show Launches Into National Syndication with SuiteRadio

“Kadie was one of the most talked about talents at the 2025 Country Radio Seminar. I knew that day we wanted her."

Erik Bradley Named Brand Manager Of 98.7 The Spot

"It’s an honor to be trusted to lead DFW’s 98.7 The Spot here in my home of North Texas."

Phil’s Future Five: Why Bruno Mars and Harry Styles Are Likely Poised For Big Hits

The goal of Phil’s Future Five is to identify records outside the Top 30 at Mediabase that are positioned to break before the email from your SVP arrives telling you it’s your turn to go through the intersection.

Randy Micahels Was Right — But Music Radio Paid the Price

Randy Michaels compared radio to railroads. Trains are still running, and radio stations are still playing the hits of yesterday and today. But there’s a lot less of both.

Throwback 2K with Chris Cruise to Enter Weekday Syndication

"So you’re telling me we’re now going to be playing throwbacks from the 2000s during the week too? That’s so fetch.”

KS95 Program Director Mat Mitchell Exits, Chris Eagan to Serve as Interim PD

Mitchell originally joined the station as its program director in July 2020.

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Bob Moore, Longtime Radio Executive, Passes Away

He built a broadcasting career spanning several decades, including senior management roles with Greater Media, Westwood One, and CBS Radio.

ESPN/Disney Reportedly Interested In More Stanley Cup Playoff Games In New NHL Rights Agreement

"I believe that with fierce competition that’s going on between traditional television and the newer media platforms that there’ll be a great opportunity for us to both expand our reach and get paid what we think is an appropriate reflection of our value."

NBA, Fanatics Studios Sign Multi-Year Creative and Event Production Agreement For NBA All Star

"NBA All-Star is one of those moments where sports and culture collide, and getting to work with the NBA, the players and NBC Sports on what comes next is incredibly exciting."

Locked On Podcast Network Passes Record One Billion Listens, Views In 2026

"Thank you to every host, producer, editor, and partner who made this year happen, and to every fan who pressed play."