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Steve O’Donnell: Goal Is NASCAR Becoming a Network “Must-Have” Property

"Right now I'd say, we're a nice to have sport. When you look at networks and everything, not a must have."

Classic Country Radio Returns to 92.5 Mobile Market

"The Classic Country format directly challenges two established country competitors in the footprint"

ESPN Launches Second Season Of ‘Official Visit with Rece Davis’

"This year we wanted to push even further — getting Rece out of the studio and into the real spaces where these coaches and players live their lives."

iHeartMedia Strikes Video Podcast Deal With Disney+ and Hulu

"Disney+ and Hulu have built powerful streaming destinations with incredibly passionate fan communities, making them ideal partners to expand the reach of these beloved iHeartPodcasts."

Sports Radio KJR Announces New Weekday Lineup

Seven months after Mitch Levy was involved in a prostitution sting which led to his dismissal, Sports Radio 950 KJR has finalized its weekday...

WFAN and ESPN New York in Tight Race in Afternoons

The first ratings book during the post-Mike Francesa era is not complete, but after two months ESPN is knocking on WFAN’s door in an...

John Skipper Addresses ESPN Departure

Former ESPN President John Skipper has spoken publicly for the first time about his exit from the worldwide leader in sports. In a lengthy...

Mastering The CNA

If you’re following along at home, you know I like to bring up the sales media playbook often and that it is the world’s...

670 The Score Revamps Its Weekday Lineup

670 The Score is making big changes to their weekday lineup. During an announcement this morning on Mully and Hanley, PD Mitch Rosen visited...

WJOX Announces Midday Show featuring Cole Cubelic

WJOX has finalized its new lineup. Two weeks ago, the station moved its midday show "The Roundtable" to mornings, eliminating "The Opening Drive" with...

Richard Deitsch is Leaving SI for The Athletic

As first reported by The Big Lead, Richard Deitsch is leaving Sports Illustrated to join The Athletic. A spokesperson for The Athletic has confirmed...

Facebook Strikes Exclusive Deal with MLB to Air 25 Games

Facebook has agreed to a deal with Major League Baseball which will provide the social media platform with exclusive streaming rights to 25 afternoon...

Jimmy Pitaro Named President of ESPN

ESPN has found its replacement for John Skipper who announced his unexpected resignation this past December. Jimmy Pitaro has been chosen by Disney Chairman...

Radio Can’t Tell Its Story By Dictating How It Gets Told

Control. It's a word which is at the forefront of many conversations inside the sports radio industry. It's part of every contract negotiation, content...

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Classic Country Radio Returns to 92.5 Mobile Market

"The Classic Country format directly challenges two established country competitors in the footprint"

ESPN Launches Second Season Of ‘Official Visit with Rece Davis’

"This year we wanted to push even further — getting Rece out of the studio and into the real spaces where these coaches and players live their lives."

iHeartMedia Strikes Video Podcast Deal With Disney+ and Hulu

"Disney+ and Hulu have built powerful streaming destinations with incredibly passionate fan communities, making them ideal partners to expand the reach of these beloved iHeartPodcasts."

Danny Parkins: Luke Kuechly A “Unique” Hire For Netflix NFL Broadcasts

"People said he aced the audition. I can't wait to watch him."