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Why Social Media Feedback Is Far Too Valuable For Any Sports Brand To Ignore

"No manager should blindly react to every social media comment. But no manager should fully dismiss social media feedback simply because it comes from a platform where negativity can thrive."

Why 93 WIBC Dedicated a Full Day to Remembering Matt Bair

"We've done so many fun videos with him. And he just had such great comedic chops, but at the same time, so humble. And he was a big deal who didn't seem to know he was a big deal. And I think that made him a bigger deal, because he was just so unaware of how loved he was."

Radio Programming Strategy: Chris Shebel’s Format Blueprint

"It's heavy on gold." That's crucial because Palm Springs' radio audience is predominantly 50 and older. The music serves them, not some mythical club demographic."

Inside Chase Daniel’s Growing Digital Network While Expanding His ESPN Profile

"If I’m doing this and spending time away from my family, there’s a reason. I want to call the best games possible and be in the best situation to talk ball and have fun with it."

Pete Distad Named New CEO of Fox’s Upcoming Streaming Platform

“Pete is a proven leader with deep experience in consumer products, and we’re thrilled to have him join the team to lead this new platform,”

Venu Sports Announces Founding Leadership Team

Venu Sports, the new joint streaming venture from ESPN, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery, has announced the members of its founding leadership team that...

‘Venu Sports’ is Name of ESPN, FOX Sports, Warner Bros. Discovery Sports Streaming Service

“As preparations for the platform continue to accelerate, we are singularly focused on delivering a best-in-class product for our target audience, built from the ground up using the latest technologies to engage and entertain discerning sports fans wanting one-stop access to live games.”

Jessica Casano-Antonellis Named Senior VP of Communications for New Sports Streaming Service

“It's rare to get the opportunity to come in at the ground floor, and I can’t wait to get to work bringing the new streaming service to market this fall.”

Pete Distad Named CEO of Joint Warner Bros. Discovery, ESPN, FOX Streaming Service

“I’m excited to be able to pull together the industry-leading sports content portfolios from these three companies to deliver a new best-in-class service.”

Former Apple Executive Pete Distad Tops the Short List to Lead New Sports Streaming Venture

At Apple, Distad was responsible for deals with both Major League Soccer and Major League Baseball.

Sports Boss Pete Distad to Leave Apple

"Jim DeLorenzo will be promoted to pick up the baton on the sports side at the company. Apple is splitting Distad's responsibilities."

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Why 93 WIBC Dedicated a Full Day to Remembering Matt Bair

"We've done so many fun videos with him. And he just had such great comedic chops, but at the same time, so humble. And he was a big deal who didn't seem to know he was a big deal. And I think that made him a bigger deal, because he was just so unaware of how loved he was."

Radio Programming Strategy: Chris Shebel’s Format Blueprint

"It's heavy on gold." That's crucial because Palm Springs' radio audience is predominantly 50 and older. The music serves them, not some mythical club demographic."

Inside Chase Daniel’s Growing Digital Network While Expanding His ESPN Profile

"If I’m doing this and spending time away from my family, there’s a reason. I want to call the best games possible and be in the best situation to talk ball and have fun with it."

AudioGraph Changes Radio Attribution Game Entirely

"(It) aligns more closely with digital buying and measurement standards."