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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."

ESPN Analyst Stephen A. Smith Apologizes to Phoenix Suns Owner Mat Ishbia on First Take for Comparison to Donald Sterling

“I thought I was making it clear I was talking about basketball. I certainly did not mean to compare him to a person that was thrown out of this league and has been widely recognized as a racist.”

Al Michaels: ‘I’ll Keep on Going’ as Long as I Look Forward to the Game

"If you’re excited, if you want to be there, if you look forward to the game, you can’t wait for the game to start."

YouTube TV Referred to as a ‘Favorite’ for NFL Rights Package That Could Include Week 1 Brazil Game: Report

Warner Bros. Discovery and Amazon also reportedly have interest in this NFL media rights package that could include one of two games.

Sam Rosen Calls His Final New York Rangers Game on MSG Networks

"You know how business can be tough, how our profession can be difficult, but I’ve been so lucky to call this my second home for 40 years."

Adam Silver: NBA Ratings Were a Victory Despite Dip in Viewership

“In order to end up down 2% or relatively flat for the season, which is a victory these days."

ESPN Analyst Lee Corso Announces Retirement: Sports Media Reacts

"Corso, who turns 90 in August, has been a fixture on College GameDay since its debut in 1987."

Indiana Fever Extend Agreement With Tegna for Added Over the Air Broadcasts

"We’re going to deliver more exciting, fast-paced Fever basketball to households in the Indianapolis region than ever before.”

ESPN Analyst Lee Corso Announces His Final College Gameday Broadcast August 30

“My family and I will be forever indebted for the opportunity to be part of ESPN and College GameDay for nearly 40 years."

Fubo Signs Multiyear Distribution Agreement for Premier League in Canada

"The Premier League is considered the most prestigious soccer league globally and we are proud to remain the exclusive home of this elite competition in Canada."

FOX Sports Continuing Settlement Discussions with Mediator Amid Lawsuit Filed by Noushin Faraji

"The parties believe that, to preserve resources, it would be beneficial to hold off on the Initial Status Conference pending completing settlement negotiations."

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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."