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Troy Aikman’s Free Agency Should Push NFL Networks to Stop Overpaying Old Names

"I'm not proposing we escort Aikman or Collinsworth out with a gold watch and complimentary headset. I'm asking for competition, opportunity and imagination."

Why Podcasting Looks More Like Radio Than Ever in 2026

Putting out a consistent product on a daily, or at least weekly, basis is hard. It’s not digging ditches, but it’s also not what many celebrities expected when they cracked a mic for the first time to record their inaugural podcast episode.

Why 98 Rock’s Abe Kanan Believes in Live Radio

For a long time, having a one-person morning show...

How ESPN’s College Football Live Is Quietly Becoming One of Its Best Shows

"College Football Live might not have the profile of College GameDay, NFL Live or NBA Today, but it is among ESPN’s best-produced and best-directed programs."

Disney, Fubo Merger Facing Formal Investigation from Department of Justice: Report

Disney and Fubo have reportedly started responding to information requests coming from investigators.

The ESPN Pat McAfee Question: When Is Enough, Enough?

"The real question is how far ESPN will be willing to go in the name of audience expansion and revenue—at the risk of alienating the standards of the worldwide leader."

97.1 The Fan Announces Changes In Mornings and Afternoons Coming May 12

“Having multiple shows across various platforms helps us grow our audience in new and exciting ways.”

Washington Athletics Announce Multi-Year Rights Extension With Learfield

"We are incredibly proud to extend our long-term partnership with Washington, one of the marquee programs in college athletics."

NBA Playoffs Opening Weekend Sets Record Viewership Across ESPN Platforms

"The network’s six-game slate, which aired over Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 20, averaged 4,487,000 viewers. That figure marks a 15 percent increase from last year’s opening weekend coverage."

Audacy, University of Oregon Reach Multiplatform Broadcast Extension

"It’s an exciting new chapter, and we look forward to bringing the passion, energy and excellence of Oregon athletics to fans throughout the region."

The Athletic Announces New Collaboration For Delivering NBA, WNBA News And Highlights

“Our mission at The Athletic has always been to deliver the smartest, most insightful sports journalism anywhere."

Approaching The Summit: Danny Zederman, Good Karma Brands, ESPN Chicago

"We can't be doing what's happening right now, we have to always be looking what's next."

Sinclair Adds to AMP Media Podcast Slate with ‘BFFR’ Series

"Throughout their illustrious careers, Sydney and Ali have been at the forefront of the conversation around women in sports and beyond."

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Why Podcasting Looks More Like Radio Than Ever in 2026

Putting out a consistent product on a daily, or at least weekly, basis is hard. It’s not digging ditches, but it’s also not what many celebrities expected when they cracked a mic for the first time to record their inaugural podcast episode.

Why 98 Rock’s Abe Kanan Believes in Live Radio

For a long time, having a one-person morning show...

How ESPN’s College Football Live Is Quietly Becoming One of Its Best Shows

"College Football Live might not have the profile of College GameDay, NFL Live or NBA Today, but it is among ESPN’s best-produced and best-directed programs."

The Listener Lens: Why Radio Must Put the Audience First

"I made up the term Listener Needs Analysis, but the core concept should be the absolute foundation of our entire business."