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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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Sports Radio
KNBR Adds Greg Silver and Derek Papa to Weekday Lineup After Departures of Tom Tolbert, John Lund, Shuts Down 810 The Spread
New hosts on the station include Greg Silver and Derek Papa.
Jay Recher: Getting Let Go by iHeartMedia, 95.3 WDAE ‘Isn’t Me Getting Knocked Down, This is Just Time For a Pivot’
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Marty Caswell joins The Sporting Tribune Following Departure From iHeartMedia’s San Diego Sports 760
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Dave Sims: ‘This is One of the Big Moments in My Life, to Come Back Home to Do the Yankees’
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Los Angeles Dodgers Name Luis Cruz Spanish-Language Radio Analyst Replacing Fernando Valenzuela
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Sports Columns
Diamond Sports Group is Out of Bankruptcy, But Will the FanDuel Sports Network Product Improve?
I hope I am wrong and secretly there is a plan for the Diamond Sports Group properties to do something other than just exist as they did when this all started 20 months ago.
ESPN Analyst Damien Woody Was Right When He Said Coaching Matters in the NFL
To paraphrase an old Jerry Reed country tune, owners and players get the goldmine, while coaches get the shaft.
Michael Strahan Anthem Controversy is Performative Nonsense from Unserious People
Hey, people pretending to be mad at Michael Strahan, every single one of you is lying. We all know it. We all know this is easier than having an original thought or presenting interesting content.
The NFL Regular Season Will Continue to Grow as Roger Goodell, Owners and Media Partners Look for More Revenue
Goodell sees the 18-game schedule as both a certainty and another financial windfall from media rights partners who’ll quickly saddle up to add that extra week of broadcasts.
New Nielsen Ratings Rules Don’t Solve Our Biggest Problems
“Those higher numbers are meaningless. I don’t think it takes much critical thinking to realize that.”
Sports Television
Dave Portnoy: Jon Gruden Told Me to Cut Him From Barstool Sports If He Isn’t Helping the Company
"He's as bought in and ready to do this as anyone we've had for someone of his stature."
Diamond Sports Group Emerges from Bankruptcy
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Sibley Scoles Left Music for Sports and Now Finds Herself on Netflix with Mike Tyson and Jake Paul
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
ESPN to Launch on Disney Plus December 4th
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Barstool Sports Announces Addition of Jon Gruden
It is unclear what Gruden's role with the company will entail.
News Radio
560 KSFO to Move to 810 AM Signal in San Francisco
No changes were announced to the KSFO lineup amid the move to the KGO-AM 810 signal.
Alex Jones: A Federal Judge Put Hold on Sale of Infowars to The Onion
“This was an auction that didn’t happen, with a bid that was lower, with money that wasn’t real.”
Carl Jackson Gives Health Update on Dennis Prager Several Days After Injury
"He is resting up. Keep him in your prayers for a speedy, speedy recovery."
Podcasts From Joe Rogan, Dan Bongino, Tucker Carlson, Ben Shapiro, Dave Ramsey, Megyn Kelly Top Edison Research 3rd Quarter Rankings
The podcast ranker takes data collected during the quarter from 5,000 weekly podcast consumers age 13 and older.
Buck Sexton: ‘I’m Not a Radio Feud Guy’
"That was an old thing that used to happen. But I have my limits."
News Columns
You Never Know Where a Media Gig Can Land You Next, Just Ask Pete Hegseth
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
News Talk Radio Talent, What is Your Personal Brand?
What makes you new, better, or different?
Can iHeartMedia Still Say It’s Trying to Save AM Radio After Latest Round of Cuts?
The "Do as I say, not as I do" strategy isn't going to be a winning one if iHeartMedia truly hopes to keep AM Radio afloat.
Advice for All Media on Covering the New Administration
They’ve been promised things; it’s on you to report on whether those things are coming true.
News Talk Radio Needs to Capture the New Young Diverse Men Coming to the Republican Party
Radio is always looking for ways to get younger, this audience can be key.
News Television
Michael Smerconish: Not Living in New York City Influences My Story Selection
"I think it probably keeps me a bit detached from the media bubble. And I do appreciate that."
Fox Business Host Larry Kudlow Won’t Be Joining Donald Trump Administration, Network Says
The move wouldn't have been Kudlow's first foray into the political world.
ABC World News Tonight Extends Ratings Lead After David Muir Leads ABC News Election Night Coverage
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
CNN Elevates David Chalian to Senior Vice President and Washington Bureau Chief
David Chalian joined CNN in 2013 before being named Political Director a year later.
CBS News President Wendy McMahon: ‘We Can’t Ignore Growing Lack of Trust in Journalism’
“Never before has the work of a journalist been more important. Never before has the work, the mission, the profession felt so precarious.”
Music News
iHeartMedia Carolina Bringing Hurricane Victims ‘A Thanksgiving To Remember’
This campaign aims to deliver Thanksgiving meals to families in western North Carolina and the surrounding mountainous regions who are still recovering from Hurricane Helene's impacts.
Charlamagne Tha God Has Strong Words For President Joe Biden On Donald Trump
"I’m glad it’s a peaceful transition of power, but what happened to the threat of democracy talk? What happened to the fascist talk?”
J.J. Ryan Takes On Additional Duties Part Of iHeartMedia Restructuring
iHeartMedia Oklahoma's Senior Vice President of Programming, J.J. Ryan, has expanded his role to include oversight of Arkansas, Kansas, and Missouri.
The ‘Lamont & Tonelli Show’ Ends On 107.7 The Bone San Francisco
A Facebook post from the show’s page invites listeners to tune in today (11/15) for the final show.
102.3 The Wolf & 106.3 The Wolf Add Will Gilbert And Heather Gersten
Classic Rock stations, 102.3 The Wolf in New London, CT, and 106.3 The Wolf in Providence, RI. welcome Gilbert and Heather Gersten to the weekday lineup.
Music Columns
You Never Know Where a Media Gig Can Land You Next, Just Ask Pete Hegseth
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
News Talk Radio Talent, What is Your Personal Brand?
What makes you new, better, or different?
Can iHeartMedia Still Say It’s Trying to Save AM Radio After Latest Round of Cuts?
The "Do as I say, not as I do" strategy isn't going to be a winning one if iHeartMedia truly hopes to keep AM Radio afloat.
Advice for All Media on Covering the New Administration
They’ve been promised things; it’s on you to report on whether those things are coming true.
News Talk Radio Needs to Capture the New Young Diverse Men Coming to the Republican Party
Radio is always looking for ways to get younger, this audience can be key.
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
KNBR Adds Greg Silver and Derek Papa to Weekday Lineup After Departures of Tom Tolbert, John Lund, Shuts Down 810 The Spread
New hosts on the station include Greg Silver and Derek Papa.
Jay Recher: Getting Let Go by iHeartMedia, 95.3 WDAE ‘Isn’t Me Getting Knocked Down, This is Just Time For a Pivot’
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Marty Caswell joins The Sporting Tribune Following Departure From iHeartMedia’s San Diego Sports 760
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Dave Sims: ‘This is One of the Big Moments in My Life, to Come Back Home to Do the Yankees’
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Los Angeles Dodgers Name Luis Cruz Spanish-Language Radio Analyst Replacing Fernando Valenzuela
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Sports Columns
Diamond Sports Group is Out of Bankruptcy, But Will the FanDuel Sports Network Product Improve?
I hope I am wrong and secretly there is a plan for the Diamond Sports Group properties to do something other than just exist as they did when this all started 20 months ago.
ESPN Analyst Damien Woody Was Right When He Said Coaching Matters in the NFL
To paraphrase an old Jerry Reed country tune, owners and players get the goldmine, while coaches get the shaft.
Michael Strahan Anthem Controversy is Performative Nonsense from Unserious People
Hey, people pretending to be mad at Michael Strahan, every single one of you is lying. We all know it. We all know this is easier than having an original thought or presenting interesting content.
The NFL Regular Season Will Continue to Grow as Roger Goodell, Owners and Media Partners Look for More Revenue
Goodell sees the 18-game schedule as both a certainty and another financial windfall from media rights partners who’ll quickly saddle up to add that extra week of broadcasts.
New Nielsen Ratings Rules Don’t Solve Our Biggest Problems
“Those higher numbers are meaningless. I don’t think it takes much critical thinking to realize that.”
Sports Television
Dave Portnoy: Jon Gruden Told Me to Cut Him From Barstool Sports If He Isn’t Helping the Company
"He's as bought in and ready to do this as anyone we've had for someone of his stature."
Diamond Sports Group Emerges from Bankruptcy
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Sibley Scoles Left Music for Sports and Now Finds Herself on Netflix with Mike Tyson and Jake Paul
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
ESPN to Launch on Disney Plus December 4th
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Barstool Sports Announces Addition of Jon Gruden
It is unclear what Gruden's role with the company will entail.
News Radio
560 KSFO to Move to 810 AM Signal in San Francisco
No changes were announced to the KSFO lineup amid the move to the KGO-AM 810 signal.
Alex Jones: A Federal Judge Put Hold on Sale of Infowars to The Onion
“This was an auction that didn’t happen, with a bid that was lower, with money that wasn’t real.”
Carl Jackson Gives Health Update on Dennis Prager Several Days After Injury
"He is resting up. Keep him in your prayers for a speedy, speedy recovery."
Podcasts From Joe Rogan, Dan Bongino, Tucker Carlson, Ben Shapiro, Dave Ramsey, Megyn Kelly Top Edison Research 3rd Quarter Rankings
The podcast ranker takes data collected during the quarter from 5,000 weekly podcast consumers age 13 and older.
Buck Sexton: ‘I’m Not a Radio Feud Guy’
"That was an old thing that used to happen. But I have my limits."
News Columns
You Never Know Where a Media Gig Can Land You Next, Just Ask Pete Hegseth
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
News Talk Radio Talent, What is Your Personal Brand?
What makes you new, better, or different?
Can iHeartMedia Still Say It’s Trying to Save AM Radio After Latest Round of Cuts?
The "Do as I say, not as I do" strategy isn't going to be a winning one if iHeartMedia truly hopes to keep AM Radio afloat.
Advice for All Media on Covering the New Administration
They’ve been promised things; it’s on you to report on whether those things are coming true.
News Talk Radio Needs to Capture the New Young Diverse Men Coming to the Republican Party
Radio is always looking for ways to get younger, this audience can be key.
News Television
Michael Smerconish: Not Living in New York City Influences My Story Selection
"I think it probably keeps me a bit detached from the media bubble. And I do appreciate that."
Fox Business Host Larry Kudlow Won’t Be Joining Donald Trump Administration, Network Says
The move wouldn't have been Kudlow's first foray into the political world.
ABC World News Tonight Extends Ratings Lead After David Muir Leads ABC News Election Night Coverage
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
CNN Elevates David Chalian to Senior Vice President and Washington Bureau Chief
David Chalian joined CNN in 2013 before being named Political Director a year later.
CBS News President Wendy McMahon: ‘We Can’t Ignore Growing Lack of Trust in Journalism’
“Never before has the work of a journalist been more important. Never before has the work, the mission, the profession felt so precarious.”
Music News
iHeartMedia Carolina Bringing Hurricane Victims ‘A Thanksgiving To Remember’
This campaign aims to deliver Thanksgiving meals to families in western North Carolina and the surrounding mountainous regions who are still recovering from Hurricane Helene's impacts.
Charlamagne Tha God Has Strong Words For President Joe Biden On Donald Trump
"I’m glad it’s a peaceful transition of power, but what happened to the threat of democracy talk? What happened to the fascist talk?”
J.J. Ryan Takes On Additional Duties Part Of iHeartMedia Restructuring
iHeartMedia Oklahoma's Senior Vice President of Programming, J.J. Ryan, has expanded his role to include oversight of Arkansas, Kansas, and Missouri.
The ‘Lamont & Tonelli Show’ Ends On 107.7 The Bone San Francisco
A Facebook post from the show’s page invites listeners to tune in today (11/15) for the final show.
102.3 The Wolf & 106.3 The Wolf Add Will Gilbert And Heather Gersten
Classic Rock stations, 102.3 The Wolf in New London, CT, and 106.3 The Wolf in Providence, RI. welcome Gilbert and Heather Gersten to the weekday lineup.
Music Columns
You Never Know Where a Media Gig Can Land You Next, Just Ask Pete Hegseth
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
News Talk Radio Talent, What is Your Personal Brand?
What makes you new, better, or different?
Can iHeartMedia Still Say It’s Trying to Save AM Radio After Latest Round of Cuts?
The "Do as I say, not as I do" strategy isn't going to be a winning one if iHeartMedia truly hopes to keep AM Radio afloat.
Advice for All Media on Covering the New Administration
They’ve been promised things; it’s on you to report on whether those things are coming true.
News Talk Radio Needs to Capture the New Young Diverse Men Coming to the Republican Party
Radio is always looking for ways to get younger, this audience can be key.
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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