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The Industry According to Gary Jay, Land Shark Promotion Studio

"Radio cannot afford to become a tired jukebox with 15 minutes of commercials every hour."

Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

How Matt Barrie Is Prepared To Tackle the Challenge of Hosting SEC Nation

"If you're a college football junkie like I am, there are few jobs with ESPN that scratch that itch. SEC Nation is one of them."

How ‘NFL Live’ Stood Out on ESPN Owning a Day NFL Fans Will Never Forget

"June 1, 2026, rivaled any day on the NFL calendar. NFL Live stood unrivaled in its coverage."

Matt Barrie Shifts to SEC Nation Host Beginning in July on SEC Network

"I'm a college football junkie and beyond excited to host SEC Nation from the greatest game day atmospheres in the South."

Laura Rutledge Departs Role on SEC Network While Continuing at ESPN

"As Laura continues to expand her NFL assignments in ESPN’s Super Bowl year, we’re incredibly grateful for everything she has contributed to SEC Network and for the lasting impact she’s made."

Joe Buck Aiming To Stay With ESPN “Rest of My Career” With a Year Remaining on Current Agreement

"I would be hopeful to stay right where I am until I’m finished."

ESPN’s Matt Barrie Reportedly Replacing Laura Rutledge as SEC Nation Host

"Over the course of his career, Barrie has earned 11 Emmy Awards along with three Edward R. Murrow Awards, underscoring both his versatility and credibility in the sports media space."

ESPN Announces NFL Free Agency Coverage Plans

"Beginning Monday, March 9 at noon ET, the network will deliver more than six hours of dedicated coverage across multiple studio shows while providing real-time updates, commentary and analysis."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Sports Television Talent of 2025

"This gives you an idea of how the industry collectively views the best of the best on sports television."

ESPN’s College Football Playoff Formula May Not Work for the Super Bowl in 2027

"For 12 years, ESPN has treated the College Football Playoff National Championship like its Super Bowl. Now, it finally has the real one. That does not mean it should treat it the same."

Why Monday Night Football Remains the Crown Jewel of NFL Broadcasting

"The entire MNF team was spectacular and whet viewers’ appetites for the Texans at Patriots divisional matchup this Sunday at 3:00 p.m. EST on ESPN/ABC and for next season’s Super Bowl telecast."

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Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

How Matt Barrie Is Prepared To Tackle the Challenge of Hosting SEC Nation

"If you're a college football junkie like I am, there are few jobs with ESPN that scratch that itch. SEC Nation is one of them."