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NFL Faces New Trial Over $4.7 Billion Sunday Ticket Verdict

The ruling represents another setback for the NFL as it defends its Sunday Ticket distribution model.

Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

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."

John Skipper: There’s No Evidence Broadcasters Are Worth $18 Million Per Year

“I never saw a scintilla of evidence that the people in the booth change the ratings even by a smidgen. The race to hire people is mostly about internal pride."

2022 BSM Summit – March 3, 2022 (Day 2)

"Check back throughout the day for updates on all of the latest developments from day two of the 2022 BSM Summit."

John Skipper To Speak At The 2022 BSM Summit

"In January 2021, Skipper's plate became even more full when he reunited with Dan Le Batard to create Meadowlark Media. Since joining forces, the group has raised millions of dollars in funding, lured key talent to join the brand, and in April, Meadowlark closed a deal with DraftKings for a reported fifty million dollars over three years. Not too shabby for year #1.

Former ESPN President John Skipper Lands New Job

John Skipper resigned from his position as president of ESPN last December, citing a years-long “substance addiction" as his reasoning. Two months after ESPN...

BSM Podcast – Season 3 – Episode 1 – Traug Keller – ESPN Radio

Season 3 of the BSM Podcast begins with an appearance by ESPN Radio Senior Vice President Traug Keller. The 20+ minute conversation conversation covers...

John Skipper Addresses ESPN Departure

Former ESPN President John Skipper has spoken publicly for the first time about his exit from the worldwide leader in sports. In a lengthy...

Jimmy Pitaro Named President of ESPN

ESPN has found its replacement for John Skipper who announced his unexpected resignation this past December. Jimmy Pitaro has been chosen by Disney Chairman...

BSM Podcast – Season 2 – Episode 14 – Mitch Rosen – 670 The Score

The 14th episode of Season 2 includes a twenty five minute in-studio chat with 670 The Score program director Mitch Rosen. Mitch offers insights...

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Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

Borrell Associates: Digital Advertising Will Reach 80% of Local Ad Spending by 2030

Borrell Associates projects that figure will climb considerably over the next four years as the industry undergoes what it describes as a "great reshuffling."