"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."
"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."
"This is simply a call on others in the advertising world to take a second look, and consider spending a few hours learning and connecting with others who can help improve their client's businesses."
Is 76-year-old Terry Bradshaw, or 65-year-old Howie Long, helping the network drive younger viewers? Why wait? Use this opportunity to reinvent the show.
"I started the Top 20 series to celebrate the radio business. We do it to show respect to many who are doing outstanding work, but don't always receive the recognition they've earned."
It’s been over two weeks since that moment, and I can say without a doubt the pain of the moment was realized. However, the opportunity it presented was to re-invest time both personally and professionally into myself.
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"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."
"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."