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Bill Zito has devoted most of his work efforts to broadcast news since 1999. He made the career switch after serving a dozen years as a police officer on both coasts. Splitting the time between Radio and TV, he’s worked for ABC News and Fox News, News 12 New York , The Weather Channel and KIRO and KOMO in Seattle. He writes, edits and anchors for Audacy’s WTIC-AM in Hartford and lives in New England. You can find him on Twitter @BillZitoNEWS.
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Monday, November 25, 2024
Sports Radio
Mike Missanelli, JAKIB Sports Court Hearing Ends with Allegations of Verbal and Physical Attacks
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105.7 The Fan, Chuck Sapienza Mutually Agree To Part Ways
Market Manager Tracy Brandys informed staff that Sapienza would continue to help the brand through the remainder of 2024.
Report: ‘The Michael Kay Show’ in Limbo at ESPN New York
The report states Kay's contract comes up in the middle of December, and he has yet to receive "a concrete offer" to stay.
Former WEEI Host Larry Johnson Has Passed Away
"He made me a better broadcaster and more empathetic person. What a privilege it was to know him."
Nick Handley Departs 1620 The Zone in Omaha
"I obviously wish it would've lasted longer, but it's out of my hands."
Sports Columns
Barrett Media Welcomes Jon Lafayette as Sports Editor, Promotes Derek Futterman to Associate Sports Editor
"We want to share news, tell stories, highlight people, and explore business issues that effect all areas of the industry. But to do that, adjustments have to be made."
Hubie Brown Has Given His Life to NBA Basketball and Fans Are Smarter Because of It
Whether he was working with Verne Lundquist, Dick Stockton, Al Michaels, Mike Breen or any number of other play-by-play broadcasters he had the chance to work with, he made the broadcast better.
‘The Facility’ on FS1 Features an Eclectic Mix with Emmanuel Acho, LeSean McCoy, Chase Daniel and James Jones
There is a suave coolness about The Facility that is very appealing.
TNT Sports Should Embrace a Sports Betting Identity
“The company has some really good properties in its arsenal. All of them have tremendous value to the betting community.”
What Does The Rise Of Bluesky Mean For Sports Twitter?
Bluesky is in the middle of its breakthrough moment, having added over 1 million new users since the election.
Sports Television
Prime Video Draws 13.72 Million Viewers for Steelers-Browns on Thursday Night Football
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WWE Network Ceasing Operations When Netflix Deal Begins in 2025
"After January 1, Netflix will be the new exclusive home of WWE."
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ESPN to Air Five Episodes of ‘They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce’ Starting January 2025
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Jordan Cornette Cherishing Every Moment On Set at NBC Sports After 6 Year Ride at ESPN
"If you could play the game at the level in which you get these quotes in the paper, you'd be an All-American."
News Radio
Dan Bongino: I’m Not in on Transtion Team Meetings with the Donald Trump Administration
"Do you think they call me every day and give me an update?"
830 WCCO Raises Nearly $350K During 22nd Annual Hunger Mission Radiothon
"We are deeply grateful for WCCO’s unwavering support in amplifying the stories of resilience and redemption that inspire us all to make a difference and bring the community together to give.”
Update Given on Dennis Prager More Than One Week Since Hospitalization
"This will be a longer process than any of us wish."
The Erick Erickson Show Raises More Than $300K for Hungry For A Day Charity
Erickson's listeners funded meals for just shy of 8,000 families around the country.
The Daily Wire, Westwood One Won’t Renew Deal to Distribute Shows From Ben Shapiro, Michael Knowles, Matt Walsh
Several sources indicated to Barrett Media that the relationship between The Daily Wire and Westwood One would conclude at the end of the calendar year.
News Columns
Will The Media Industry Adapt To Technological Changes?
"How many traditional news outlets are effectively using TikTok, for example? How well did traditional media fare when Facebook and Google took their content and advertising revenue?"
Your News Talk or Sports Talk Program Director Was Laid Off, Now What?
If you feel like your show is off center in some way, it probably is.
Is Cable News in the Middle of a Renaissance or On Life Support?
Despite being weeks removed from "the podcast election", this week proves cable news is still a major player.
Online News Sources Often Turn Out to Be Political Activists Disguised as Independent Journalists
While the left is trying to get back in touch with America, the right is unreasonably going scorched earth on the media landscape. You the American public lose in both instances because your news no longer attempts to be neutral.
What the Latest Layoffs Say About the Radio Industry’s Future (Or Lack Of It)
Tell someone you meet that you’re in radio and they’ll shrug and move on as if you told them you work the drive-thru at Culver’s.
News Television
Norah O’Donnell Sets Exit Date From CBS Evening News Anchor Chair
Norah O'Donnell has helmed the chair since July 2019.
Greg Kelly: Newsmax Could Be a Potential Home for Matt Gaetz After Resigning From Congress
"Look, he's a great guy with a big future..."
Former Fox News Correspondent Laura Ingle to Host Weekend Editions of NewsNation Live
She'll host the Saturday edition from 10 AM-1 PM, while Sundays can be viewed from 11 AM-1 PM.
Rachel Maddow Inks Contract Extension with MSNBC
The news of her extension comes on the heels of the announcement that Comcast is preparing to spin off its cable holdings -- including MSNBC and CNBC -- into a separate company.
NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt Shrinks Gap to ABC World News Tonight with David Muir in Latest Ratings
Before the week of November 11th, ABC News had held its largest lead over NBC News in the past 30 years.
Music News
Sam Newton Resigns As Program Director At ‘Coyote 102.5’ And ‘BIG 98.5’ Albuquerque
Sam Newton has announced his resignation as Program Director for American General Media’s Classic Rock “Coyote 102.5” KIOT and Classic Hits “BIG 98.5” KABG Albuquerque.
99.5 WYCD’s ‘Rob and Holly’ Hosting Thanksgiving Edition
Country 99.5 WYCD-FM will host a special Thanksgiving edition of the "Rob and Holly Show," featuring a collaboration with Chris Lucas and Preston Brust of the Country duo LOCASH.
Tasha Simome Exits Hot 107.7 In Cumulus Music Radio Layoffs
Tasha Simone exits as Program Director and midday host at Cumulus Media’s “Hot 107.7” WUHT Birmingham as part of the company's ongoing downsizing.
Lizzette Perez New Midday Host At ‘102 Jamz’ Orlando
Audacy's Rhythmic Throwbacks "102 Jamz" WJHM, Orlando, has announced Lizzette Perez as the new midday host, effective today (11/22).
‘Bernie Mack’ Moreland Takes On Morning Drive At CayCountry 93.5
Former Westwood One host “Bernie Mack” Moreland has picked up morning drive remotely on DMS Broadcasting’s CayCountry 93.5 Grand Cayman.
Music Columns
Will The Media Industry Adapt To Technological Changes?
"How many traditional news outlets are effectively using TikTok, for example? How well did traditional media fare when Facebook and Google took their content and advertising revenue?"
Your News Talk or Sports Talk Program Director Was Laid Off, Now What?
If you feel like your show is off center in some way, it probably is.
Is Cable News in the Middle of a Renaissance or On Life Support?
Despite being weeks removed from "the podcast election", this week proves cable news is still a major player.
Online News Sources Often Turn Out to Be Political Activists Disguised as Independent Journalists
While the left is trying to get back in touch with America, the right is unreasonably going scorched earth on the media landscape. You the American public lose in both instances because your news no longer attempts to be neutral.
What the Latest Layoffs Say About the Radio Industry’s Future (Or Lack Of It)
Tell someone you meet that you’re in radio and they’ll shrug and move on as if you told them you work the drive-thru at Culver’s.
Podcasting
CNN Launching New Tech-Focused Podcast Hosted by Clare Duffy
"It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information we are confronted with, and I hope to be an essential resource to help you and your loved ones make sense of it all.”
SiriusXM Signs Mel Robbins to Multi-Year Extension with New Show Set for 2025
"Continuing this collaboration with SiriusXM will help me make an even bigger difference in your life, and I can’t wait to spend more time with you.”
Political Podcasts See 28% Increase in Downloads, New Triton Digital Data Shows
Podcasts that feature left-leaning content have seen twice as many downloads as conservative-leaning shows.
Dirty Mo Media to Launch Podcast Hosted by NASCAR Legends Ken Schrader, Kenny Wallace
"I'm honored to be part of a Dirty Mo Media. This is a pretty big deal."
NBC News Launching Podcast Series ‘The Man in the Black Mask’ Hosted by Dateline NBC’s Keith Morrison
The first two episodes will be released on Monday, October 15th.
Bill Zito has devoted most of his work efforts to broadcast news since 1999. He made the career switch after serving a dozen years as a police officer on both coasts. Splitting the time between Radio and TV, he’s worked for ABC News and Fox News, News 12 New York , The Weather Channel and KIRO and KOMO in Seattle. He writes, edits and anchors for Audacy’s WTIC-AM in Hartford and lives in New England. You can find him on Twitter @BillZitoNEWS.
- Home
- Sports
- News
- Music
- Business
- Originals
- 20 Brands in 20 Days
- Anatomy of a Broadcaster
- Behind The Voices
- BM Podcasts
- BNM Top 20
- BSM Top 20
- Consultants Corner
- Day Spent With
- Eavesdropping
- Meet The Bettors
- Meet The Leaders
- Meet The Market Managers
- Meet The Podcasters
- Public Radio Week
- Saluting Black Broadcasters
- Seller to Seller
- Social Studies
- Where Are They Now
- Ratings
- Voices
- Database
- Members
- Jobs
- Newsletters
- Contact
Sports Radio
Mike Missanelli, JAKIB Sports Court Hearing Ends with Allegations of Verbal and Physical Attacks
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
105.7 The Fan, Chuck Sapienza Mutually Agree To Part Ways
Market Manager Tracy Brandys informed staff that Sapienza would continue to help the brand through the remainder of 2024.
Report: ‘The Michael Kay Show’ in Limbo at ESPN New York
The report states Kay's contract comes up in the middle of December, and he has yet to receive "a concrete offer" to stay.
Former WEEI Host Larry Johnson Has Passed Away
"He made me a better broadcaster and more empathetic person. What a privilege it was to know him."
Nick Handley Departs 1620 The Zone in Omaha
"I obviously wish it would've lasted longer, but it's out of my hands."
Sports Columns
Barrett Media Welcomes Jon Lafayette as Sports Editor, Promotes Derek Futterman to Associate Sports Editor
"We want to share news, tell stories, highlight people, and explore business issues that effect all areas of the industry. But to do that, adjustments have to be made."
Hubie Brown Has Given His Life to NBA Basketball and Fans Are Smarter Because of It
Whether he was working with Verne Lundquist, Dick Stockton, Al Michaels, Mike Breen or any number of other play-by-play broadcasters he had the chance to work with, he made the broadcast better.
‘The Facility’ on FS1 Features an Eclectic Mix with Emmanuel Acho, LeSean McCoy, Chase Daniel and James Jones
There is a suave coolness about The Facility that is very appealing.
TNT Sports Should Embrace a Sports Betting Identity
“The company has some really good properties in its arsenal. All of them have tremendous value to the betting community.”
What Does The Rise Of Bluesky Mean For Sports Twitter?
Bluesky is in the middle of its breakthrough moment, having added over 1 million new users since the election.
Sports Television
Prime Video Draws 13.72 Million Viewers for Steelers-Browns on Thursday Night Football
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
WWE Network Ceasing Operations When Netflix Deal Begins in 2025
"After January 1, Netflix will be the new exclusive home of WWE."
OutKick Draws 31 Million Total Multiplatform Views in October, Up 30% Over Last Year
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
ESPN to Air Five Episodes of ‘They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce’ Starting January 2025
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Jordan Cornette Cherishing Every Moment On Set at NBC Sports After 6 Year Ride at ESPN
"If you could play the game at the level in which you get these quotes in the paper, you'd be an All-American."
News Radio
Dan Bongino: I’m Not in on Transtion Team Meetings with the Donald Trump Administration
"Do you think they call me every day and give me an update?"
830 WCCO Raises Nearly $350K During 22nd Annual Hunger Mission Radiothon
"We are deeply grateful for WCCO’s unwavering support in amplifying the stories of resilience and redemption that inspire us all to make a difference and bring the community together to give.”
Update Given on Dennis Prager More Than One Week Since Hospitalization
"This will be a longer process than any of us wish."
The Erick Erickson Show Raises More Than $300K for Hungry For A Day Charity
Erickson's listeners funded meals for just shy of 8,000 families around the country.
The Daily Wire, Westwood One Won’t Renew Deal to Distribute Shows From Ben Shapiro, Michael Knowles, Matt Walsh
Several sources indicated to Barrett Media that the relationship between The Daily Wire and Westwood One would conclude at the end of the calendar year.
News Columns
Will The Media Industry Adapt To Technological Changes?
"How many traditional news outlets are effectively using TikTok, for example? How well did traditional media fare when Facebook and Google took their content and advertising revenue?"
Your News Talk or Sports Talk Program Director Was Laid Off, Now What?
If you feel like your show is off center in some way, it probably is.
Is Cable News in the Middle of a Renaissance or On Life Support?
Despite being weeks removed from "the podcast election", this week proves cable news is still a major player.
Online News Sources Often Turn Out to Be Political Activists Disguised as Independent Journalists
While the left is trying to get back in touch with America, the right is unreasonably going scorched earth on the media landscape. You the American public lose in both instances because your news no longer attempts to be neutral.
What the Latest Layoffs Say About the Radio Industry’s Future (Or Lack Of It)
Tell someone you meet that you’re in radio and they’ll shrug and move on as if you told them you work the drive-thru at Culver’s.
News Television
Norah O’Donnell Sets Exit Date From CBS Evening News Anchor Chair
Norah O'Donnell has helmed the chair since July 2019.
Greg Kelly: Newsmax Could Be a Potential Home for Matt Gaetz After Resigning From Congress
"Look, he's a great guy with a big future..."
Former Fox News Correspondent Laura Ingle to Host Weekend Editions of NewsNation Live
She'll host the Saturday edition from 10 AM-1 PM, while Sundays can be viewed from 11 AM-1 PM.
Rachel Maddow Inks Contract Extension with MSNBC
The news of her extension comes on the heels of the announcement that Comcast is preparing to spin off its cable holdings -- including MSNBC and CNBC -- into a separate company.
NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt Shrinks Gap to ABC World News Tonight with David Muir in Latest Ratings
Before the week of November 11th, ABC News had held its largest lead over NBC News in the past 30 years.
Music News
Sam Newton Resigns As Program Director At ‘Coyote 102.5’ And ‘BIG 98.5’ Albuquerque
Sam Newton has announced his resignation as Program Director for American General Media’s Classic Rock “Coyote 102.5” KIOT and Classic Hits “BIG 98.5” KABG Albuquerque.
99.5 WYCD’s ‘Rob and Holly’ Hosting Thanksgiving Edition
Country 99.5 WYCD-FM will host a special Thanksgiving edition of the "Rob and Holly Show," featuring a collaboration with Chris Lucas and Preston Brust of the Country duo LOCASH.
Tasha Simome Exits Hot 107.7 In Cumulus Music Radio Layoffs
Tasha Simone exits as Program Director and midday host at Cumulus Media’s “Hot 107.7” WUHT Birmingham as part of the company's ongoing downsizing.
Lizzette Perez New Midday Host At ‘102 Jamz’ Orlando
Audacy's Rhythmic Throwbacks "102 Jamz" WJHM, Orlando, has announced Lizzette Perez as the new midday host, effective today (11/22).
‘Bernie Mack’ Moreland Takes On Morning Drive At CayCountry 93.5
Former Westwood One host “Bernie Mack” Moreland has picked up morning drive remotely on DMS Broadcasting’s CayCountry 93.5 Grand Cayman.
Music Columns
Will The Media Industry Adapt To Technological Changes?
"How many traditional news outlets are effectively using TikTok, for example? How well did traditional media fare when Facebook and Google took their content and advertising revenue?"
Your News Talk or Sports Talk Program Director Was Laid Off, Now What?
If you feel like your show is off center in some way, it probably is.
Is Cable News in the Middle of a Renaissance or On Life Support?
Despite being weeks removed from "the podcast election", this week proves cable news is still a major player.
Online News Sources Often Turn Out to Be Political Activists Disguised as Independent Journalists
While the left is trying to get back in touch with America, the right is unreasonably going scorched earth on the media landscape. You the American public lose in both instances because your news no longer attempts to be neutral.
What the Latest Layoffs Say About the Radio Industry’s Future (Or Lack Of It)
Tell someone you meet that you’re in radio and they’ll shrug and move on as if you told them you work the drive-thru at Culver’s.
Podcasting
CNN Launching New Tech-Focused Podcast Hosted by Clare Duffy
"It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information we are confronted with, and I hope to be an essential resource to help you and your loved ones make sense of it all.”
SiriusXM Signs Mel Robbins to Multi-Year Extension with New Show Set for 2025
"Continuing this collaboration with SiriusXM will help me make an even bigger difference in your life, and I can’t wait to spend more time with you.”
Political Podcasts See 28% Increase in Downloads, New Triton Digital Data Shows
Podcasts that feature left-leaning content have seen twice as many downloads as conservative-leaning shows.
Dirty Mo Media to Launch Podcast Hosted by NASCAR Legends Ken Schrader, Kenny Wallace
"I'm honored to be part of a Dirty Mo Media. This is a pretty big deal."
NBC News Launching Podcast Series ‘The Man in the Black Mask’ Hosted by Dateline NBC’s Keith Morrison
The first two episodes will be released on Monday, October 15th.
Bill Zito has devoted most of his work efforts to broadcast news since 1999. He made the career switch after serving a dozen years as a police officer on both coasts. Splitting the time between Radio and TV, he’s worked for ABC News and Fox News, News 12 New York , The Weather Channel and KIRO and KOMO in Seattle. He writes, edits and anchors for Audacy’s WTIC-AM in Hartford and lives in New England. You can find him on Twitter @BillZitoNEWS.
- Home
- Sports
- News
- Music
- Business
- Originals
- 20 Brands in 20 Days
- Anatomy of a Broadcaster
- Behind The Voices
- BM Podcasts
- BNM Top 20
- BSM Top 20
- Consultants Corner
- Day Spent With
- Eavesdropping
- Meet The Bettors
- Meet The Leaders
- Meet The Market Managers
- Meet The Podcasters
- Public Radio Week
- Saluting Black Broadcasters
- Seller to Seller
- Social Studies
- Where Are They Now
- Ratings
- Voices
- Database
- Members
- Jobs
- Newsletters
- Contact
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