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How Armstrong & Getty Built a Show by Refusing to Sound Like Anyone Else

"I think we decided very early in our careers — decades ago — that we were going to do it our way. And if we failed, we would never wonder, 'Gosh, I wonder what would happen if we'd done it our way.'"

20 Brands In 20 Days: Brian Michel, KYGO & KOSI, Denver

"What you can't do is create for the community unless you really are part of it and have lived it."

The Industry According To: Frank Kramer, KLOS/Los Angeles

"As much as we have fun in our ridiculousness, the fact that our community comes together to support each other and we are that conduit gives the show and myself more purpose and satisfaction."

Why Netflix Can’t ‘Netflix’ The Field Of Dreams Game

"Netflix has spent its first MLB season attempting to prove it can create a live sports event that feels different. Now, it has an opportunity to prove it understands something equally important: Different doesn’t always mean more."

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

"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

"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

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

“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

"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

“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

"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

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?

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

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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20 Brands In 20 Days: Brian Michel, KYGO & KOSI, Denver

"What you can't do is create for the community unless you really are part of it and have lived it."

The Industry According To: Frank Kramer, KLOS/Los Angeles

"As much as we have fun in our ridiculousness, the fact that our community comes together to support each other and we are that conduit gives the show and myself more purpose and satisfaction."

Why Netflix Can’t ‘Netflix’ The Field Of Dreams Game

"Netflix has spent its first MLB season attempting to prove it can create a live sports event that feels different. Now, it has an opportunity to prove it understands something equally important: Different doesn’t always mean more."

Why Ben & Woods’ Latest Extensions Could Be Their Grand Finale With 97.3 The Fan

"I got fifteen and a half years in San Diego doing morning radio. The last eight with Ben have been the most magical. Anything beyond that is just gravy for me. Honestly, if I had my way, this would be the last contract maybe."