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Mary Berner Can’t Stay Silent on Cumulus Media’s San Francisco Mess With Greg Papa and KNBR

"When markets endure damage like this repeatedly, executives have to look closer at what's going on and set things right."

Four Voices, One Theme: MSBC 38 Was About Authenticity

"I left thinking less about how to simply survive the next chapter of my career, and more about how I want to build one that is sustainable."

Why Politics Isn’t Optional for Clay Travis’ New Sports Media Venture

Clay Travis didn't stumble into politics by accident. He built his entire brand around it, deliberately and consistently, over several years.

Why the FCC Killing the TV Ownership Cap Is Closing the Barn Door

In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?

ESPN Announces College Football Broadcasting Pairings

"Sean McDonough, Greg McElroy and Katie George form a new trio, as do Joe Tessitore, Jesse Palmer and Kris Budden."

Kirk Herbstreit on Providing Perspective Over Generalities in Prime Video NFL Booth

"I don’t want to just say, ‘Wow, that was a great throw,’ or ‘What a great route,’"

Al Michaels: Sports Media Coverage Is “More Heat Than Light”

"With the internet now and social media — or anti-social media — it’s like everybody hates everybody."

Prime Video Shatters Streaming Records With Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers Playoff Matchup

"The game also reached a peak audience of 34.16 million viewers between 9:15 and 9:29 p.m. ET, establishing a new all-time streaming high for the service."

NBC Sports’ Mike Tirico: NFL Broadcasts Have Never Been Done Any Better Than Now

"I don’t think our business has ever been done any better, I really don’t. Top to bottom, so many good broadcasters, so many good games. It’s nice to be a part of it."

Al Michaels Is Failing to Measure Up to His Own Standard

"When the magic starts to fade, everyone seems to know it but you. The audience hears it. Your partner feels it. Producers see it. The industry whispers it and the only person who doesn’t… is the living legend himself."

Al Michaels Hints at When He’ll Know Its Time To Step Away From Calling NFL Games

"If I feel not as what I have been or the way I perceive myself to have been, that’ll be time to step away."

Kirk Herbstreit Would Leave Television Instead of Participating in “Clickbait” Debate Shows

"It’s a lot of like really loud comments that will maybe go viral. ‘I might not believe in it, but it’s gonna go viral, and people are going to know who I am.’ Man, I will quit before I ever do that."

ESPN Announces Commentary Teams For Upcoming Primary College Football Playoff Broadcasts

"Despite the involvement of outside partners, ESPN will supply commentary crews for every game of the postseason"

ESPN’s Rece Davis Explains Why He Turned Down Offer From FOX Sports To Stay With College GameDay

"They do big events very well. I was very flattered at the opportunity. But my heart was there with GameDay"

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Four Voices, One Theme: MSBC 38 Was About Authenticity

"I left thinking less about how to simply survive the next chapter of my career, and more about how I want to build one that is sustainable."

Why Politics Isn’t Optional for Clay Travis’ New Sports Media Venture

Clay Travis didn't stumble into politics by accident. He built his entire brand around it, deliberately and consistently, over several years.

Why the FCC Killing the TV Ownership Cap Is Closing the Barn Door

In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?

20 Brands In 20 Days: Brady Marks, 107.3 Alternative Cleveland

"I was taught a lot at the station, so I'm a big believer in it. I'm a product of it."