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The News/Talk Radio Industry Reacts to ABC News Radio Using Pre-Recorded Newscasts

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"Cost-cutting isn't the issue that concerns me most. Transparency is."

Does the SiriusXM-Audacy Deal Actually Help SiriusXM?

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Ultimately, I'm not criticizing SiriusXM for signing this deal. I just don't see the clear necessity behind it, at least not yet.

Tesla Guitarist Frank Hannon Talks Dickie Betts Legacy

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"If you look at his music, he's one of the greatest unique guitarists. "

ESPN’s First Take Has an Opening, Skip Bayless Is the Answer

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"Proven chemistry is difficult to manufacture. ESPN already knows this pairing works. With another opening on First Take, the easiest decision may also be the smartest one."

Scott Kaplan: San Diego Padres Likely Had John Kentera Fired From 97.3 The Fan

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"I would bet you the Padres were like...'He was very, very critical of our organization. And guess what we want? We need people who are cheerleaders."

Scott Kaplan: Chris Russo is Too Famous to Be Fired by ESPN

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"I kind of think he didn’t just come up with atomic bomb and World War II talking about this particular Japanese baseball player."

Scott Kaplan is Thriving at ESPN LA 710

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In April of 2019, Scott Kaplan was looking for a new radio home after a 19-year run at the Mighty 1090 in San Diego...

Jorge Sedano is a Listener

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“There has to be a connection with the audience. The sports stuff will do that some of the time, but it’s the personal stuff. It’s the funny stuff that people will take with them and will remember forever.”

Jorge Sedano Responds to ESPN LA Support for Him as Wheel of Fortune Host

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"Could I pull off being the next host of Wheel of Fortune? Probably not, but I'd love to imagine it."

Scott Kaplan: Lakers Front Office Understands Influence of Our Show

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“I don’t think that Shams and Haynes are making this up independently of each other. They don’t even work together.”

ESPN Los Angeles Bringing Back Mandy Awards in June

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"The station announced on Tuesday that Mandy Awards II is set for June 10th."

Barrett Sports Media’s Top 20 Major Market Afternoon Shows of 2020

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As decided on by radio executives and programmers, here are the Top 20 Major Market sports radio afternoon shows for 2020.

How Much Value Do Hosts Place on Radio Row Broadcasts?

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It was one year ago when I wrote a lengthy piece on the challenges associated with broadcasting live on radio row during the week...

Thank You Mike Francesa

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Friday December 15, 2017 shall forever be remembered as the day when Mike Francesa uttered his final words on the airwaves of WFAN in...
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Does the SiriusXM-Audacy Deal Actually Help SiriusXM?

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Tesla Guitarist Frank Hannon Talks Dickie Betts Legacy

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"If you look at his music, he's one of the greatest unique guitarists. "

ESPN’s First Take Has an Opening, Skip Bayless Is the Answer

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"Proven chemistry is difficult to manufacture. ESPN already knows this pairing works. With another opening on First Take, the easiest decision may also be the smartest one."

Tony Reali Reflects on His Journey From ‘Around the Horn’ To Building the ‘Real Deal’

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"I use the term irresistible on this show. That’s the moments I’m chasing in this show. It’s the one you can’t resist when it shows up in your feed. You’ve seen it five times in that ten second clip, and you’re still unpacking some of the feelings behind it. That’s what success will look like for me building out a roster of shows bringing those feelings out in different ways."