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Trend Jacking: The Low-Cost Marketing Strategy Radio Needs Right Now

"One word of caution: do not jack what you do not understand."

Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon on 30 Years of Rock’s Most Underrated Band

"I think we were just able to paint this portrait of that in time, in real time."

The Digital Cul-de-Sac: How Algorithms Are Limiting Music Discovery

"The algorithm is no longer just helping listeners find music. In many cases, it is deciding what discovery even means."

What Does the Future of OutKick Look Like Without Clay Travis

"In today's media landscape, audiences don't simply follow websites. They follow people. They invest in personalities, perspectives, and voices they trust."

NBA Looking at Hybrid Approach to Local TV Rights

"...if we can deliver scale or deliver a critical mass and maybe even include it as part of a national arrangement we’re negotiating right now, those opportunities are very intriguing."

Diamond Sports Group Requests Extension in Ch. 11 Reorganization

"Navigating these choppy waters requires discussions with, and cooperation from, many parties...."

FS1 Surpasses ESPN in Cable Distribution

"As of last measurement, ESPN is in nearly 71.321 million homes while FS1 is available in 71.375 million."

John Ourand: Most Likely ‘Strategic Partner’ for ESPN is Private Equity Firm

"By going the private equity route, Iger would have cover to manage the business more aggressively and move more quickly into sports gaming and streaming."

Charter Introducing New Sports Package Amid RSN Uncertainty

The new tiers will reportedly only be marketed to new customers or those interested in changing their slate of programming.

Diamond Sports Could Lose 5 More MLB Teams

Diamond Sports Group must pay the Texas Rangers by Thursday of this week or relinquish the team’s media rights.

NASCAR Likely to Offer Xfinity Series as Streaming Exclusive in Search for New TV Deal

"Two companies have demonstrated interest in a deal."

ESPN+ Raising UFC Pay-Per-View Price

Disney claims the increase showcases "the value of ESPN+ and the popularity and quality of UFC events".

Jimmy Pitaro: Reaching Younger Audience A Priority for ESPN

"The thing that keeps me up at night is how do we reach the younger audience. As an industry in general, we need to figure out how to be more relevant to younger people."

ESPN Sells Majority Stake in X Games

It was reported in January of last year that ESPN was considering shopping the event to potential bidders. At that time, the reported asking price was $50 million.

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Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon on 30 Years of Rock’s Most Underrated Band

"I think we were just able to paint this portrait of that in time, in real time."

The Digital Cul-de-Sac: How Algorithms Are Limiting Music Discovery

"The algorithm is no longer just helping listeners find music. In many cases, it is deciding what discovery even means."

What Does the Future of OutKick Look Like Without Clay Travis

"In today's media landscape, audiences don't simply follow websites. They follow people. They invest in personalities, perspectives, and voices they trust."

How Daniel Cormier Is Approaching Calling UFC Freedom 250 as a Landmark Moment for the Sport of MMA

"As a guy that's represented the country in wrestling and the things that I've done, I've always wanted to go to the White House. Now, I have an opportunity to do it. Plus, to do it with fighting and representing the UFC. That's crazy to me."