"These broadcasts gave listeners a connection to the players, the programs, and the university. It meant something to me to help build that connection. UIC basketball, (men and women) and baseball stand as the only school in the Missouri Valley without home and road local radio coverage."
"The show also climbed past its record September audience of 464,000. Additionally, viewership among adults 18-49 rose 20% from last October on linear TV."
"There's no question in my mind the market is poorer for not having a station like WCBS covering important stories in the tri-state. There are a million stories that could use in-depth reporting, and local news makes a real difference in the communities where it's served."
"The demand for this was overwhelming, from the audience and the advertisers. The first rule of mass media is to give the people what they want, so I'm honored and happy to do it."
"It was all over the papers. All over the Middle East and Europe. I've got six different newspapers in Israel this morning and late last night talking about that conversation."
"Lee is a game-changing talent. His ability to build winning content, lead high-performing teams, and understand what audiences want is second to none."
"The show also climbed past its record September audience of 464,000. Additionally, viewership among adults 18-49 rose 20% from last October on linear TV."