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The News/Talk Radio Industry Reacts to ABC News Radio Using Pre-Recorded Newscasts

"Cost-cutting isn't the issue that concerns me most. Transparency is."

Does the SiriusXM-Audacy Deal Actually Help SiriusXM?

Ultimately, I'm not criticizing SiriusXM for signing this deal. I just don't see the clear necessity behind it, at least not yet.

Tesla Guitarist Frank Hannon Talks Dickie Betts Legacy

"If you look at his music, he's one of the greatest unique guitarists. "

ESPN’s First Take Has an Opening, Skip Bayless Is the Answer

"Proven chemistry is difficult to manufacture. ESPN already knows this pairing works. With another opening on First Take, the easiest decision may also be the smartest one."

Fred Toucher: Mike Francesa ‘Doesn’t Know Who’s Talking to Him’

"The people that are producing Mike Francesa’s podcast are not young whip guys that are going to end up being the heads of NBC or something or the heads of Paramount Pictures."

Mike Francesa Caught Holding Staff Accountable Not Knowing Show Was Live

“We’re live? This was all on the air, me just yelling at you guys?”

SiriusXM Adam Schein: Mike Francesa Had A Replacement Plan For Me

“He called me and said, ‘I want to go over a potential plan that includes you replacing me.’”

Jack and Harrison Francesa Guest Host with Sal Licata on WFAN

"You might be right, but you don’t win."

Harrison Francesa Appearing for an Hour on WFAN with Sal Licata on December 27

Harrison Francesa has revealed that he will be appearing on WFAN for one hour of programming alongside Sal Licata on Friday, Dec. 27. The...

How Important is Media Industry Coverage to Media Industry Professionals?

"I wondered if media executives consider what we're doing important. If we stopped covering the business and shut down tomorrow, how much would it matter?"

Mike Francesa to Watch World Series Game 5 in the Barstool Sports Cave

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Mike Francesa: In 20 Years of Mike & The Mad Dog, I Never Opened or Closed The Show or Welcomed in a Phone Caller

"I said to the producer, 'Hey, everybody's gonna always ask me. They think I'm the sports guy. They're gonna ask me every question. We need to have Dog answer the phones.'"

Mike Francesa, Christopher ‘Mad Dog’ Russo Reflect on 35-Year Anniversary of ‘Mike and the Mad Dog’ Launch on WFAN

WFAN debuted the Mike and the Mad Dog show 35 years ago on Thursday, marking the beginning of a seminal program that helped shape...

Mike Francesa: FOX Sports In-Game Interviews During All-Star Game ‘Just Got in the Way’

"Get off the field. Interview him before the game, interview him after the game. We don't need you to interview him during the game."

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Does the SiriusXM-Audacy Deal Actually Help SiriusXM?

Ultimately, I'm not criticizing SiriusXM for signing this deal. I just don't see the clear necessity behind it, at least not yet.

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"If you look at his music, he's one of the greatest unique guitarists. "

ESPN’s First Take Has an Opening, Skip Bayless Is the Answer

"Proven chemistry is difficult to manufacture. ESPN already knows this pairing works. With another opening on First Take, the easiest decision may also be the smartest one."

Tony Reali Reflects on His Journey From ‘Around the Horn’ To Building the ‘Real Deal’

"I use the term irresistible on this show. That’s the moments I’m chasing in this show. It’s the one you can’t resist when it shows up in your feed. You’ve seen it five times in that ten second clip, and you’re still unpacking some of the feelings behind it. That’s what success will look like for me building out a roster of shows bringing those feelings out in different ways."