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Inside ESPN’s Bad Week: Leaks, Layoffs, and a PR Strategy Gone Wrong

"ESPN is exceptional in so many areas that when the company makes a rash of mistakes handling personnel matters it's surprising."

Why Facebook’s New Video Feed Matters for News Media Creators

If your newsroom or your channel walked away from that platform, now's a good time to reconsider.

Can AM/FM Radio Survive the Smartphone-Integrated Car Era?

This study should be yet another wake-up call for our industry.

What Managers Should Learn From ESPN’s Latest Round Of Layoffs

"There is a responsibility that comes with making these decisions, not just in who is let go, but in how the news is communicated. When that control slips and information leaks before leadership delivers the message directly, it doesn't just create headlines—it erodes trust.

Traug Keller and Marcia Keegan to Retire From ESPN Radio; Amanda Gifford and Dave Roberts to Manage the Network

"With Keller at the helm, ESPN Radio has become one of the most successful and respected brands in the country."

Dan Mason to Receive the 2020 Jeff Smulyan Award

"Under Mason's watch, CBS Radio's sports stations earned high ratings and revenue, and a reputation as best in class operators."

Reflecting on The Best Decade of My Career

"With the 2010's decade set to expire, Jason Barrett reflects on the past ten years."

The Winners of the Secret Code Email Contest Are…

"BSM's email contest resulted in four people winning a pair of tickets to the 2020 BSM Summit."

Two College Students Earn Free Tickets to the 2020 BSM Summit

"Dominic Capone of Fordham, and Derek Futterman of Hofstra have earned free tickets to the 2020 BSM Summit."

Broadcaster Review: Thursday Night Football

"It’s become a thing now in the NFL, when you hear Joe Buck’s voice, it’s a big event."

ESPN LA 710 Names Amanda Brown PD; Announces Additional Internal Promotions

"Amanda Brown has earned the promotion to PD at ESPN LA 710."

6 More Speakers Added to the 2020 BSM Summit

"The latest speaker additions brings the total of on stage participants up to 30. BSM expects 50-60 to participate at February's event."

College Kids Are Different From Professionals

"When it comes to calling either college games, pro games or a combination of both always be prepared. That is the one thing that never changes no matter what sport or level you are calling."

The Dark Side of Social Media

"With mental health being an important issue today, I wonder how many talent are affected by their exposure to harmful social media content without us knowing."

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Why Facebook’s New Video Feed Matters for News Media Creators

If your newsroom or your channel walked away from that platform, now's a good time to reconsider.

Can AM/FM Radio Survive the Smartphone-Integrated Car Era?

This study should be yet another wake-up call for our industry.

What Managers Should Learn From ESPN’s Latest Round Of Layoffs

"There is a responsibility that comes with making these decisions, not just in who is let go, but in how the news is communicated. When that control slips and information leaks before leadership delivers the message directly, it doesn't just create headlines—it erodes trust.

How Talent Feel About Audacy’s Expansion Into Sports Radio’s Future

"It's a positive to merge with SiriusXM. It is interesting that all these competitors in the arena are now joining forces. That never would happened ten years ago."