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How Armstrong & Getty Built a Show by Refusing to Sound Like Anyone Else

"I think we decided very early in our careers — decades ago — that we were going to do it our way. And if we failed, we would never wonder, 'Gosh, I wonder what would happen if we'd done it our way.'"

20 Brands In 20 Days: Brian Michel, KYGO & KOSI, Denver

"What you can't do is create for the community unless you really are part of it and have lived it."

The Industry According To: Frank Kramer, KLOS/Los Angeles

"As much as we have fun in our ridiculousness, the fact that our community comes together to support each other and we are that conduit gives the show and myself more purpose and satisfaction."

Why Netflix Can’t ‘Netflix’ The Field Of Dreams Game

"Netflix has spent its first MLB season attempting to prove it can create a live sports event that feels different. Now, it has an opportunity to prove it understands something equally important: Different doesn’t always mean more."

John Skipper: Bob Iger’s Return Won’t Effect ESPN

“If you’re going to win the streaming wars, you’re going to have to have sports."

Meadowlark Media Launching Anthology Series ‘Sports Explains the World’

“When we launched 30 for 30 [at ESPN], people knew it was quality, what kind of storytelling we did. We want to do the same thing with Sports Explains the World,” Skipper adds. 

John Skipper: Media Has Not Treated Adam Silver Like He’s Teflon

"I don't think anyone has hesitated to criticize him when he has done things that are controversial or difficult. Certainly, our friends at FOX News have not provided him with a Teflon coating."

John Skipper Says ACC Should Focus On Paying Notre Dame More than NBC

"Personally, I would tell them I will figure out how to pay you $80 million a year not to be independent," said Skipper.

Bomani Jones ‘Doesn’t Know’ When He Will Return to ESPN Podcast

"Barrett Sports Media has learned that Jones’s contract in Bristol will expire while he is out. At this time, the two sides have not agreed to terms on a new one."

John Skipper Says Four Super Conferences Are Coming

"...the Big10, who I believe just added the most populous state in the United States to their footprint, which I think has gone underrecognized in this move."

Why Charles Barkley Is Sports Television’s Most Valuable Personality

Barkley is a larger-than-life personality. His analysis is sometimes way out there, but it either makes you think, scratch your head or laugh.

John Skipper: ‘Charles Barkley Is The Only Broadcaster Fans Tune In To See’

"Dan Patrick asked Skipper if that meant ESPN ever tried to sign Barkley while Skipper was in charge."

John Skipper: Gaffes Aren’t Costing Adam Schefter Financially

"Schefter has 9-10 million followers. That’s valuable."

The 2022 BSM Summit Provided a Much Needed Slice of Normalcy

"There are no guarantees in this world. We could go to a store, game, conference or school and end up sick. But life is better when it's enjoyed with others."

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20 Brands In 20 Days: Brian Michel, KYGO & KOSI, Denver

"What you can't do is create for the community unless you really are part of it and have lived it."

The Industry According To: Frank Kramer, KLOS/Los Angeles

"As much as we have fun in our ridiculousness, the fact that our community comes together to support each other and we are that conduit gives the show and myself more purpose and satisfaction."

Why Netflix Can’t ‘Netflix’ The Field Of Dreams Game

"Netflix has spent its first MLB season attempting to prove it can create a live sports event that feels different. Now, it has an opportunity to prove it understands something equally important: Different doesn’t always mean more."

Why Ben & Woods’ Latest Extensions Could Be Their Grand Finale With 97.3 The Fan

"I got fifteen and a half years in San Diego doing morning radio. The last eight with Ben have been the most magical. Anything beyond that is just gravy for me. Honestly, if I had my way, this would be the last contract maybe."