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Demetri Ravanos is a columnist and features writer for Barrett Media. He is also the creator of The Sports Podcast Festival, and a previous host on the Chewing Clock and Media Noise podcasts. He occasionally fills in on stations across the Carolinas in addition to hosting Panthers and College Football podcasts. His radio resume includes stops at WAVH and WZEW in Mobile, AL, WBPT in Birmingham, AL and WBBB, WPTK and WDNC in Raleigh, NC.
You can find him on Twitter @DemetriRavanos or reach him by email at DemetriTheGreek@gmail.com.
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Scott Van Pelt: Having a Loyal Audience Creates Value
Over the last several decades at ESPN, Scott Van...
Devan Kaney Named Philadelphia Eagles Sideline Reporter on SportsRadio 94WIP for Remainder of Season
Kaney steps into the position previously held by Howard Eskin, who departed the station earlier in the month after being unable to resolve “irreconcilable differences.”
‘Nightcap with Unc & Ocho’ Featuring Shannon Sharpe and Chad ‘Ochocinco’ Johnson is Instant Offense
"We just go together like a McDonald's No. 1 with Coke, no ice. Hits every time."
Jack and Harrison Francesa Guest Host with Sal Licata on WFAN
"You might be right, but you don’t win."
Mile High Sports Radio Ceases Operations; Company to Focus on Digital Content Only
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A Look Back on the Biggest Sports Media Stories of 2024
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The Best in Sports and News Media in 2024
"In September 2025 we'll celebrate 10 years in business. I never expected that when this journey began, and I'm damn proud that we've survived this long and continue to grow."
Sports Media Co-Rookies of the Year: Nick Saban and Bill Belichick
I thought it became pretty obvious from the get-go that Saban was a star in the making.
Here’s Hoping News Talk and Sports Talk Radio Had Their Holiday Wish Lists Fulfilled
What can talk radio do in 2025 and beyond that will help the sales teams not have to start conversations with potential clients by spending the first 20 minutes defending the industry and giving the reasons why it is not yet dead?
What is Pardon the Interruption in a YouTube World?
“Its success robbed the show of its unique identity.”
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Valero Alamo Bowl Averages 8 Million Viewers on ABC
The game garnered a 105% increase in viewership from the average audience of 3.9 million that tuned in to last year’s iteration of the Bowl game on ESPN.
Alex Curry Joins KTLA Sports Team, Continuing FOX Sports Radio Saturday Show
Curry currently hosts "FOX Sports Saturday" on FOX Sports Radio with Carmen Vitali and has filled in across various shows on FS1, including "The Herd with Colin Cowherd."
FOX Sports Draws an Average of 26.4 Million Viewers for Vikings-Packers Week 17 Matchup
As the NFL season comes down to the wire,...
NBC ‘Sunday Night Football’ Averages 19.7 Million Viewers for Commanders-Falcons
NBC Sports will broadcast the NFC North title game featuring the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings this Sunday, Jan. 5 at 8:20 p.m. EST with a first-round bye and home-field advantage on the line.
Amazon ‘Thursday Night Football’ 2024 Regular-Season Finale Averages 11.04 Million Viewers on Prime Video
Compared to the previous year, the game was up 7% from the AFC tilt with the New York Jets and Cleveland Browns that averaged 10.29 million viewers.
News Radio
Audacy Shuttering WCBS 880 Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 News Radio Stories of 2024
2024 saw many ups -- like strong ratings during a wild election season -- and downs, including the end of a venerable news radio brand.
Townsquare Media Extends Coverage of News/Talk 890 KDXU
Townsquare Media has announced that News/Talk station 890 KDXU...
Charlie Kirk: Dennis Prager Shared ‘Unbelievably Powerful’ Message With Me During Hospital Visit
"I cannot go into any detail exactly what medically Dennis is dealing with, but it's very serious. It's very serious. He is making progress."
Joe Piscopo Renews with Salem Media Group, AM 970 The Answer
He has hosted on the station for the past decade.
Dave Ross, Colleen O’Brien Sign Off From Seattle’s Morning News on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM
For Ross, it was the culmination of a 47-year career working for the Bonneville Seattle news/talk station.
News Columns
Audacy Shuttering WCBS 880 Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 News Radio Stories of 2024
2024 saw many ups -- like strong ratings during a wild election season -- and downs, including the end of a venerable news radio brand.
The CNN Presidential Debate with Jake Tapper and Dana Bash Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 News Television Stories of 2024
The CNN Presidential Debate, moderated by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, might not be the biggest news television story of 2024. It may go down in the history books as the biggest story of 2024, period.
The 3 Qualities Joe Rogan Used to Dethrone Howard Stern as the King of All Media
For decades, Howard Stern has been "The King of...
It’s the Talent, Stupid: Developing Influential Political Podcasts
The best radio and podcasts, the breakouts, are the ones where the talent – hosts and producers – are unique and entertaining, tuned into what the audience seeks while being themselves.
Non-Traditional Radio Revenue Will Be the Name of the Game in 2025
These ideas don’t grow on trees, but when you find one that works, you’ll be off to the races.
News Television
Former CNN, ABC News Anchor Aaron Brown Dies
Brown is widely remembered for his work at CNN during the September 11th terrorist attacks in 2001.
The CNN Presidential Debate with Jake Tapper and Dana Bash Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 News Television Stories of 2024
The CNN Presidential Debate, moderated by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, might not be the biggest news television story of 2024. It may go down in the history books as the biggest story of 2024, period.
Newsmax Scores Key Ratings Wins on Christmas Eve
Newsmax says its shows "went head-to-head with CNN and their special holiday programming winning each time in "P2" or total audience for all viewers."
NBC News Ends 2024 as #1 American News Network Across TV, Digital, and Streaming; Reached 137 Million Americans Per Month Across Platforms
NBC is slated to end 2024 as America’s number...
Dan Abrams to Exit Nightly NewsNation Show, Will Remain with Network
“I devote far more of my time to this show than anything else, and as hard as it is for me to admit, it’s just not practical to do this show all week while also running, and expanding, my businesses.”
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Woman Alleges She Was Lured To Sean Combs Party Through Radio Station Contest
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Classic Alternative 94/3 XYX Coming To Fort Walton Beach
The station's core playlist features iconic artists like The Cure, Joy Division, R.E.M., and The Smiths.
Lauren Indridson Joins ‘Gino’s Neighborhood’ At Hot Z95 Corpus Christi
Indridson, a former midday host at Top 40 “Planet 102.3” KKPN, will debut on “Gino’s Neighborhood” on Monday, January 6.
Tammy Oakland Named Midday Host At KOSI Denver
“I am so thrilled to be on air in Denver. I have been fortunate enough to spend my entire radio career in Colorado and it is an honor to join the legendary team of KOSI.”
Roxanne Wilder To Exit Q105 Tampa And MJ Morning Show
“I won’t be coming back to Q105 after the holidays. Q105 and the listeners will always hold a special place in my heart. "
Music Columns
Audacy Shuttering WCBS 880 Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 News Radio Stories of 2024
2024 saw many ups -- like strong ratings during a wild election season -- and downs, including the end of a venerable news radio brand.
The CNN Presidential Debate with Jake Tapper and Dana Bash Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 News Television Stories of 2024
The CNN Presidential Debate, moderated by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, might not be the biggest news television story of 2024. It may go down in the history books as the biggest story of 2024, period.
The 3 Qualities Joe Rogan Used to Dethrone Howard Stern as the King of All Media
For decades, Howard Stern has been "The King of...
It’s the Talent, Stupid: Developing Influential Political Podcasts
The best radio and podcasts, the breakouts, are the ones where the talent – hosts and producers – are unique and entertaining, tuned into what the audience seeks while being themselves.
Non-Traditional Radio Revenue Will Be the Name of the Game in 2025
These ideas don’t grow on trees, but when you find one that works, you’ll be off to the races.
Podcasting
YouTube ‘Investing Heavily’ to Support Audio, Podcast Content
“Google has lots of places where this content could live, and we’re talking with many of those teams, and we will look to integrate into all of those services as it makes sense.”
Brian Stelter to Exit ‘Inside the Hive’ Podcast with Vanity Fair
"Every week, I learned something new from the guests here at the table, and I hope you did as well."
SiriusXM CEO Jennifer Witz: Podcasting ‘Provides the Best Opportunity For Us to Monetize Through Advertising’
"We can look to pursue a slightly broader set of audiences, because we’re selling to advertisers across audiences and they want to make sure they have younger audiences as well.”
SiriusXM To Launch Women’s Empowerment Network Podcast Platform
At its inception, it will introduce two new podcasts, with additional original content expected to roll out in the following months.
CNN Launching New Tech-Focused Podcast Hosted by Clare Duffy
"It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information we are confronted with, and I hope to be an essential resource to help you and your loved ones make sense of it all.”
Demetri Ravanos is a columnist and features writer for Barrett Media. He is also the creator of The Sports Podcast Festival, and a previous host on the Chewing Clock and Media Noise podcasts. He occasionally fills in on stations across the Carolinas in addition to hosting Panthers and College Football podcasts. His radio resume includes stops at WAVH and WZEW in Mobile, AL, WBPT in Birmingham, AL and WBBB, WPTK and WDNC in Raleigh, NC.
You can find him on Twitter @DemetriRavanos or reach him by email at DemetriTheGreek@gmail.com.
Sports Radio
Scott Van Pelt: Having a Loyal Audience Creates Value
Over the last several decades at ESPN, Scott Van...
Devan Kaney Named Philadelphia Eagles Sideline Reporter on SportsRadio 94WIP for Remainder of Season
Kaney steps into the position previously held by Howard Eskin, who departed the station earlier in the month after being unable to resolve “irreconcilable differences.”
‘Nightcap with Unc & Ocho’ Featuring Shannon Sharpe and Chad ‘Ochocinco’ Johnson is Instant Offense
"We just go together like a McDonald's No. 1 with Coke, no ice. Hits every time."
Jack and Harrison Francesa Guest Host with Sal Licata on WFAN
"You might be right, but you don’t win."
Mile High Sports Radio Ceases Operations; Company to Focus on Digital Content Only
Mile High Radio in Denver is no longer. Company...
Sports Columns
A Look Back on the Biggest Sports Media Stories of 2024
As the year comes to an end, let's look back on some of the stories we have covered this year before we flip the page to 2025.
The Best in Sports and News Media in 2024
"In September 2025 we'll celebrate 10 years in business. I never expected that when this journey began, and I'm damn proud that we've survived this long and continue to grow."
Sports Media Co-Rookies of the Year: Nick Saban and Bill Belichick
I thought it became pretty obvious from the get-go that Saban was a star in the making.
Here’s Hoping News Talk and Sports Talk Radio Had Their Holiday Wish Lists Fulfilled
What can talk radio do in 2025 and beyond that will help the sales teams not have to start conversations with potential clients by spending the first 20 minutes defending the industry and giving the reasons why it is not yet dead?
What is Pardon the Interruption in a YouTube World?
“Its success robbed the show of its unique identity.”
Sports Television
Valero Alamo Bowl Averages 8 Million Viewers on ABC
The game garnered a 105% increase in viewership from the average audience of 3.9 million that tuned in to last year’s iteration of the Bowl game on ESPN.
Alex Curry Joins KTLA Sports Team, Continuing FOX Sports Radio Saturday Show
Curry currently hosts "FOX Sports Saturday" on FOX Sports Radio with Carmen Vitali and has filled in across various shows on FS1, including "The Herd with Colin Cowherd."
FOX Sports Draws an Average of 26.4 Million Viewers for Vikings-Packers Week 17 Matchup
As the NFL season comes down to the wire,...
NBC ‘Sunday Night Football’ Averages 19.7 Million Viewers for Commanders-Falcons
NBC Sports will broadcast the NFC North title game featuring the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings this Sunday, Jan. 5 at 8:20 p.m. EST with a first-round bye and home-field advantage on the line.
Amazon ‘Thursday Night Football’ 2024 Regular-Season Finale Averages 11.04 Million Viewers on Prime Video
Compared to the previous year, the game was up 7% from the AFC tilt with the New York Jets and Cleveland Browns that averaged 10.29 million viewers.
News Radio
Audacy Shuttering WCBS 880 Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 News Radio Stories of 2024
2024 saw many ups -- like strong ratings during a wild election season -- and downs, including the end of a venerable news radio brand.
Townsquare Media Extends Coverage of News/Talk 890 KDXU
Townsquare Media has announced that News/Talk station 890 KDXU...
Charlie Kirk: Dennis Prager Shared ‘Unbelievably Powerful’ Message With Me During Hospital Visit
"I cannot go into any detail exactly what medically Dennis is dealing with, but it's very serious. It's very serious. He is making progress."
Joe Piscopo Renews with Salem Media Group, AM 970 The Answer
He has hosted on the station for the past decade.
Dave Ross, Colleen O’Brien Sign Off From Seattle’s Morning News on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM
For Ross, it was the culmination of a 47-year career working for the Bonneville Seattle news/talk station.
News Columns
Audacy Shuttering WCBS 880 Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 News Radio Stories of 2024
2024 saw many ups -- like strong ratings during a wild election season -- and downs, including the end of a venerable news radio brand.
The CNN Presidential Debate with Jake Tapper and Dana Bash Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 News Television Stories of 2024
The CNN Presidential Debate, moderated by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, might not be the biggest news television story of 2024. It may go down in the history books as the biggest story of 2024, period.
The 3 Qualities Joe Rogan Used to Dethrone Howard Stern as the King of All Media
For decades, Howard Stern has been "The King of...
It’s the Talent, Stupid: Developing Influential Political Podcasts
The best radio and podcasts, the breakouts, are the ones where the talent – hosts and producers – are unique and entertaining, tuned into what the audience seeks while being themselves.
Non-Traditional Radio Revenue Will Be the Name of the Game in 2025
These ideas don’t grow on trees, but when you find one that works, you’ll be off to the races.
News Television
Former CNN, ABC News Anchor Aaron Brown Dies
Brown is widely remembered for his work at CNN during the September 11th terrorist attacks in 2001.
The CNN Presidential Debate with Jake Tapper and Dana Bash Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 News Television Stories of 2024
The CNN Presidential Debate, moderated by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, might not be the biggest news television story of 2024. It may go down in the history books as the biggest story of 2024, period.
Newsmax Scores Key Ratings Wins on Christmas Eve
Newsmax says its shows "went head-to-head with CNN and their special holiday programming winning each time in "P2" or total audience for all viewers."
NBC News Ends 2024 as #1 American News Network Across TV, Digital, and Streaming; Reached 137 Million Americans Per Month Across Platforms
NBC is slated to end 2024 as America’s number...
Dan Abrams to Exit Nightly NewsNation Show, Will Remain with Network
“I devote far more of my time to this show than anything else, and as hard as it is for me to admit, it’s just not practical to do this show all week while also running, and expanding, my businesses.”
Music News
Woman Alleges She Was Lured To Sean Combs Party Through Radio Station Contest
A new lawsuit has been filed against Combs, alleging that he drugged and sexually assaulted a woman at a party in New York.
Classic Alternative 94/3 XYX Coming To Fort Walton Beach
The station's core playlist features iconic artists like The Cure, Joy Division, R.E.M., and The Smiths.
Lauren Indridson Joins ‘Gino’s Neighborhood’ At Hot Z95 Corpus Christi
Indridson, a former midday host at Top 40 “Planet 102.3” KKPN, will debut on “Gino’s Neighborhood” on Monday, January 6.
Tammy Oakland Named Midday Host At KOSI Denver
“I am so thrilled to be on air in Denver. I have been fortunate enough to spend my entire radio career in Colorado and it is an honor to join the legendary team of KOSI.”
Roxanne Wilder To Exit Q105 Tampa And MJ Morning Show
“I won’t be coming back to Q105 after the holidays. Q105 and the listeners will always hold a special place in my heart. "
Music Columns
Audacy Shuttering WCBS 880 Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 News Radio Stories of 2024
2024 saw many ups -- like strong ratings during a wild election season -- and downs, including the end of a venerable news radio brand.
The CNN Presidential Debate with Jake Tapper and Dana Bash Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 News Television Stories of 2024
The CNN Presidential Debate, moderated by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, might not be the biggest news television story of 2024. It may go down in the history books as the biggest story of 2024, period.
The 3 Qualities Joe Rogan Used to Dethrone Howard Stern as the King of All Media
For decades, Howard Stern has been "The King of...
It’s the Talent, Stupid: Developing Influential Political Podcasts
The best radio and podcasts, the breakouts, are the ones where the talent – hosts and producers – are unique and entertaining, tuned into what the audience seeks while being themselves.
Non-Traditional Radio Revenue Will Be the Name of the Game in 2025
These ideas don’t grow on trees, but when you find one that works, you’ll be off to the races.
Podcasting
YouTube ‘Investing Heavily’ to Support Audio, Podcast Content
“Google has lots of places where this content could live, and we’re talking with many of those teams, and we will look to integrate into all of those services as it makes sense.”
Brian Stelter to Exit ‘Inside the Hive’ Podcast with Vanity Fair
"Every week, I learned something new from the guests here at the table, and I hope you did as well."
SiriusXM CEO Jennifer Witz: Podcasting ‘Provides the Best Opportunity For Us to Monetize Through Advertising’
"We can look to pursue a slightly broader set of audiences, because we’re selling to advertisers across audiences and they want to make sure they have younger audiences as well.”
SiriusXM To Launch Women’s Empowerment Network Podcast Platform
At its inception, it will introduce two new podcasts, with additional original content expected to roll out in the following months.
CNN Launching New Tech-Focused Podcast Hosted by Clare Duffy
"It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information we are confronted with, and I hope to be an essential resource to help you and your loved ones make sense of it all.”
Demetri Ravanos is a columnist and features writer for Barrett Media. He is also the creator of The Sports Podcast Festival, and a previous host on the Chewing Clock and Media Noise podcasts. He occasionally fills in on stations across the Carolinas in addition to hosting Panthers and College Football podcasts. His radio resume includes stops at WAVH and WZEW in Mobile, AL, WBPT in Birmingham, AL and WBBB, WPTK and WDNC in Raleigh, NC.
You can find him on Twitter @DemetriRavanos or reach him by email at DemetriTheGreek@gmail.com.
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