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The Pat McAfee Show Field Pass AltCast Coming To Super Bowl LXI

"We try our best to respect the game and showcase and display it in a fashion that might be a little bit more appetizing for a different group of people that are watching alongside the best play commentators on Earth."

Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

Why Mike Ricordati’s Common Man Approach Relies on Authenticity Over Access

"Do I want to be the guy who just bounces around feeling I need to prove something? I feel I’m continuing to prove that right here in Columbus with the audience."

How Jonathan “T-Bone” Smith’s Morning Drive Pivot Paid off Instantly at 97.1 The Fan

"It’s something that I look forward to doing long term... If I’m lucky enough to have another twelve years in a daypart, I’d be more than happy if it were in mornings."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Mid Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows of 2025

"A total of 54 shows were eligible for voting consideration in the Mid Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows category."

How 97.1 The Fan Crafted Its Latest Lineup Changes

“We have the right people at the right time to help us grow in radio and also in digital.”

Approaching The Summit: Mike Ricordati, 97.1 The Fan

"I've been told since I started in this business that radio's dying, and yet we're still here, and I think it's the willingness to share ideas with each other is the reason why we are still here."

How Changes at 97.1 The Fan Could Test Fan Loyalty

"I love sports radio stations being bold, but I have questions."

The 2025 BSM Summit Adds Annie Agar, Laurence Holmes, David Haugh, Fred Jacobs, Mike Ricordati, and Matt Moscona

"The 2025 BSM Summit presented by Point to Point Marketing is 51 days away!"

Barrett Sports Media Top 20 of 2024 – Mid Market Afternoon Shows

"A total of 54 shows were eligible for voting consideration in the Mid Market Afternoon Shows category."

Mike Ricordati: Kirk Herbstreit ‘Makes His Living Talking Down to You’

"He has disdain for fanbases like ours – he really does – and you can hear it when he talks, and then he plays the victim card."

97.1 The Fan ‘Common Man & T-Bone’ to Broadcast Outside on Monday During Solar Eclipse

Monday’s edition of Common Man & T-Bone from 3 to 6 p.m. EST will take place outside of the studios where they will witness the event in real time.

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Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

Gracie Awards Open Nominations for 2027 Ceremony

"We look forward to honoring the content that moved audiences in 2026 and continuing the Gracies’ long-standing investment in the people who will shape what comes next.”