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Approaching The Summit: Damion “Damizza” Young

Approaching The Summit is a series of special interviews created...

Keith Urban Goes Yacht Rock: What Radio Programmers Can Learn From Him

"Too many stations treat the summer months like a maintenance cycle"

Why Jaclyn DeAugustino Is An Emerging Star Hosting CBS Sports HQ Spotlight

"One of DeAugustino’s strengths as an interviewer is knowing when not to talk. She actually listens to what a guest is saying, reacts visually, and then follows up based on the previous answer. It might sound simple, but when done well, it is sports media high art."

FOX Sports Reportedly Keeping Score of ESPN’s FIFA World Cup Coverage Deserves A Giant Red Card

"If FOX Sports wants validation, it doesn't need to look any further than the numbers. Viewership is soaring, social engagement is exploding, and the World Cup is breaking through with American audiences in ways few could have imagined. That's the victory."

Los Angeles Angels Announce DTC Option With Reported Interest in Launching Own Network

"The Angels said details regarding cable and satellite availability will be announced at a later date, leaving their full distribution plan unresolved as Opening Day approaches."

UFC 326 To Air On CBS During Two Hour Window Of Coverage

"Coverage begins with the prelims at 7 p.m. ET on the platform, while CBS will simulcast the final hour of the prelims from 8–9 p.m. ET. The main card follows at 9 p.m. ET, with CBS carrying the opening hour from 9–10 p.m. ET."

ESPN Unveils MLB.tv Plans for Upcoming 2026 Season

"The rollout introduces tiered pricing based on whether customers already subscribe to ESPN Unlimited, the network’s branded direct-to-consumer product."

Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold Credits ‘SportsCenter’ for Falling in Love With Sports

"To be honest, I watched SportsCenter every single day, every night before I went to bed."

Ryen Russillo Apologizes for Graphic Photo Posted Unknowingly on Instagram

"I don’t know what happened and I’m sorry that it did."

MLB Swung and Missed Again at a Golden Opportunity With Super Bowl Conclusion

"Baseball needs good press, smart marketing, and a locked-in audience. The Super Bowl provided exactly that opportunity. Instead, MLB once again struck out looking."

Inside Spike Eskin’s Evolution From Programmer To Host Guiding 94 WIP Afternoons

"My aggressiveness and emotions benefited and hurt me in some ways. I find it much easier for me to work for Rod [Lakin] than work for me."

Detroit Tigers, Red Wings Announce Broadcast Partnership With MLB

"We have two of the top-rated broadcasts in our respective sports and remain focused on listening to fans about what matters most to them."

Michael Kay: I Would Have Fired Tony Dungy for Not Discussing Hall of Fame Vote on NBC Sports

"If I’m NBC, I fire him on the spot. We’re paying you whatever amount of money we’re paying you. You are discussing it."

David Haugh: NBC Sports Did a “Disservice” to Maria Taylor in Super Bowl LX Postgame

"I thought that is a disservice to Maria Taylor, because I felt like she’s hosting, let her host."

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Keith Urban Goes Yacht Rock: What Radio Programmers Can Learn From Him

"Too many stations treat the summer months like a maintenance cycle"

Why Jaclyn DeAugustino Is An Emerging Star Hosting CBS Sports HQ Spotlight

"One of DeAugustino’s strengths as an interviewer is knowing when not to talk. She actually listens to what a guest is saying, reacts visually, and then follows up based on the previous answer. It might sound simple, but when done well, it is sports media high art."

FOX Sports Reportedly Keeping Score of ESPN’s FIFA World Cup Coverage Deserves A Giant Red Card

"If FOX Sports wants validation, it doesn't need to look any further than the numbers. Viewership is soaring, social engagement is exploding, and the World Cup is breaking through with American audiences in ways few could have imagined. That's the victory."

How Collette Turns Radio Talent Into Travel Ambassadors — and Revenue Drivers

"Travel demand is off the charts, and we don't see it slowing down."