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NFL Faces New Trial Over $4.7 Billion Sunday Ticket Verdict

The ruling represents another setback for the NFL as it defends its Sunday Ticket distribution model.

Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

The 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit Welcomes Jeff Smulyan, Mark Chernoff, Kevin Clark, Brandon Tierney, Joon Lee and Kraig Riley

The 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit presented by Point to Point Marketing continues bolstering its lineup to assure attendees learn from the best in...

Why ESPN Radio’s Next Move Could Define How It Views It’s Future

"This decision can’t be about comfort. It can’t be about familiarity. And it definitely can’t be about recreating something that no longer exists. It has to be about vision."

NBC Sports Local MLB Analyst Approach Could Be a Game Changer for All Networks

"If this concept proves successful in year one of NBC Sports’ return to Major League Baseball coverage, it could create one of the most significant ripple effects in sports broadcasting."

Is Outrage the Only Strategy Left in Sports Media?

"Clicks, views, and chatter might generate noise, produce a momentary ratings spike, and help you trend on Twitter, but that doesn't define success anymore."

Sports Leagues Are Forgetting The Foundation Their Success Is Built On

"Progress is fine. Evolution is necessary. But not at the expense of the very people who made sports matter in the first place."

MLB on Netflix Proved Fans Who Demand Change Only Want It Until They Receive It

"When Major League Baseball opened the 2026 season on Netflix, the reaction was predictable before the first pitch. This isn’t baseball. This feels weird. What am I watching? You know the song—take me out to the ballgame, buy me some peanuts and… Netflix. Yeah, that part."

Why Netflix’s MLB Debut Should Have The NFL’s Attention

"This wasn’t about pleasing purists. It wasn’t about winning the next morning’s sports media debate. It was about signaling to leagues — especially the NFL — that Netflix is ready to compete on the biggest stage there is."

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Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

Borrell Associates: Digital Advertising Will Reach 80% of Local Ad Spending by 2030

Borrell Associates projects that figure will climb considerably over the next four years as the industry undergoes what it describes as a "great reshuffling."