Tag: John Skipper
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."
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Vince Coglianese After Being Named Replacement for Dan Bongino: ‘Immense Honor’ to Host Same Timeslot as Rush Limbaugh
"(This timeslot) has historic meaning. Historic meaning."
Lotus Communications Debuts Caliente 105.1 In Fresno
The move comes after nearly 20 years in the Rock format. Jorge Guillen has been named the PD for the new station.
Audacy Sells Radio.com Domain For Undisclosed Price
The domain was obtained when it transferred to Entercom with the purchase of CBS radio stations in 2017.
Buck Belue Moving to Weeknights, Adding Saturday Show on 680 The Fan
"We are thrilled to offer our listeners more opportunities to enjoy Buck Belue’s expertise and passion for sports."