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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."

U.S. Men’s National Team Loss to Uruguay is Most Watched Non-World Cup Soccer Telecast Ever on FS1

The top local markets for the game were Kansas City, Atlanta, Las Vegas, San Diego and Dallas.

Howard Eskin Banned From Citizens Bank Park After ‘Unwanted Advance’ Toward Female

The Phillies said in a statement, “We support Audacy’s decision to suspend Howard Eskin from Citizens Bank Park.”

Darren Smith Out at San Diego Sports 760

"Darren's great, he's ok. I'm sure you'll hear from Darren soon...I can't say enough good things about Darren."

NFL ‘Sunday Ticket’ Streaming Now Available to Bars and Restaurants, Per Report

EverPass Media has purchased UPshow, which has the technology to allow commercial businesses such as bars, restaurants, casinos and more to stream 'Sunday Ticket.'

Eli Gold Hired by Gridiron Radio Network

"Alabama’s loss is our gain at the Gridiron Radio Network! Spend your Fridays with Eli on your local radio station!"

ESPN Digital No. 1 in Sports for 27th Consecutive Month

When ESPN Digital is added to YouTube and the ESPN social platforms, ESPN reached 166.9 million unique fans, which is about two-thirds of all adults in the United States.

Steve Mears Named Columbus Blue Jackets Television Play-by-Play Announcer

"With a great core of young, talented players, I can’t wait for the season to start and to work with Jody Shelley and our production team at Bally Sports Ohio.”

Chris Kinard Enjoying the Best of Both Worlds as New Format VP of Audacy Sports

For the last 26 ½ years, he’s been employed by the same company which is now Audacy so it’s been home…and home is where the heart is.

Sarah Spain: Around The Horn Welcomed Women’s Sports Topics, ESPN Radio Plays the Hits

"I feel like I spent so many years swimming upstream and in some spaces it was easier."

Paul Finebaum Gets Updated Version of ‘Call Paul’ Theme Song From Taylor Hicks on SEC Network

The content of the show is not changing, fans will still get plenty of SEC and college football talk, however the theme song for the show is getting a fresh coat of paint.

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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."