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Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."

Aircheck: Scott Shannon 1300 WMAK Nashville

In 1972, Shannon was honing his craft at 1300 WMAK in Nashville. Shannon hosted evenings and eventually rose to Program Director.

Aircheck: Gary Owens, 640 KFI Los Angeles, 1986

In addition to radio, people of a certain age will remember him as the announcer for the comedy show Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-In.

Air Check: Trey Morgan New 102.7 New York

Helped in part by the station’s perfect PPM presentation, Trey begins each break as if it is just him and a friend having a conversation.

Aircheck: ‘Lockjock’ Gary Lockwood 1989 KJR Seattle

It’s 8:45 – 15 before 9. Hearing a talent on one my stations do that and using the word degrees would typically result in a stern rebuke and an eye roll.

Aircheck: Broadway Bill Lee, Hot 97 WQHT New York

Broadway Bill Lee's energetic rhyming style was something many tried to duplicate, but few, if any, succeeded.

Aircheck: JoJo Kincaid 1987 PM Drive At Top 40 KKLQ San Diego

Today, Barrett Media launches a new feature, “Aircheck.” It will look back on some of the biggest talents in all formats and what we can learn from them.

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ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."

25% of News Consumers Now ‘Fanatics’, Stagwell Data Shows

Additionally, 74% say they have a more positive impression of companies that advertise within news environments.