"The airwaves don't belong to us. They always belong to the people. Our job is to make sure that we're stewarding those airwaves in the right way. I truly believe that at CMG, but also as broadcasters, we should keep that credible and trusting to the public."
"When a major player invests in the future of a medium, the entire industry has a reason to pay attention. If Netflix is serious about becoming a long-term home for podcasts, creators stand to benefit from the competition it creates."
“We're here to give those creators the infrastructure, the ad revenue, and the distribution ... to turn what they've built into a real, lasting business.”
"Sinclair sees real revenue potential in the podcasting space and presented it to buyers with the same seriousness they'd give any major television property."
"All The Smoke has the voice, credibility and reach to tell the stories that aren’t being told. Brian, Matt and I have discussed working together for years — now it’s time."
"Creators are the new media, and they require an AI-enabled platform that meets the growing needs and opportunities of distributing and monetizing across audio, video and streaming platforms."
"For young people seeking careers that offer passion, influence, technology, and opportunity, media—in any form, including radio—isn’t just an option to consider."
"Time for what’s next. Gonna need that same energy. From terrestrial, to national, to satellite, to television…you’ve gone on this ride with me and I’m truly appreciative."
"When a major player invests in the future of a medium, the entire industry has a reason to pay attention. If Netflix is serious about becoming a long-term home for podcasts, creators stand to benefit from the competition it creates."
"The further away you are from the game, the harder it becomes to stay close to these sources. That’s why I’m super excited about the opportunity I received this year with CBS."