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Why Pat McAfee On Monday Night Countdown Will Outshine Every Network’s 2026 Football Moves

"With a potential $60 million-$65 million annual extension reportedly waiting in the wings, ESPN is clearly wanting to make a significant investment in his future. Whether you love McAfee, tolerate him or cannot stand him, there is little denying his ability to generate attention."

Howard Stern’s HBO Max Deal Is a Win for Everyone Involved

Audio built Stern's legend, yet television extends it to a generation that discovers shows through streaming platforms rather than satellite dials.

When Artists Die: Streaming Data Tells the Story

"The genuine shock of losing someone whose voice shaped your entire life. That can't be planned. That's real."

Salem Media’s Allen Power Reflects on 50-Year Radio Career Before Retirement

"It's bittersweet. What I will do is just be grateful. I'll be grateful for the 26 years with Salem, and the 50 years in the business, and the wonderful people that I've worked with."

Bob Costas Named Pregame Host Of NBC Sports’ Sunday Night Baseball

"As appreciative as I am of other aspects of my career, especially HBO and the MLB Network, for 40 years, my true broadcasting home was NBC."

ESPN Cleveland Elevates Jordan Klimack to Director of Content

"A Cleveland market veteran, Klimack joined ESPN Cleveland in 2018 and served as the producer for The Next Level from 2020 through 2023."

Joe Buck Doesn’t Agree With Criticism of Prime Video NFL Broadcaster Al Michaels

"It just drives me nuts because I’m such a fan of Al’s."

Netflix Co-CEO “Very Pleased” With Early Returns On Video Podcast Content

"It’s still very, very early, but we’re super pleased by the early results that we’re seeing."

Elle Duncan Reportedly Named Lead Studio Host On USA Sports’ WNBA Coverage

"Duncan, who recently joined Netflix as an on-air host for sports and live events, will also serve as the studio host for USA Sports’ inaugural season of WNBA coverage."

How Zach Gelb Turned His Infinity Sports Network Exit Into a New Digital Chapter

"The team is important. You want to go somewhere where you’re wanted and with people who believe in you. Then you can create something special, and I’m looking forward to that."

Mike Tomlin Doesn’t Fix The Bigger Issue With NFL Broadcasts and Networks

"Until networks shift their focus from chasing headlines to building smarter, sharper, fan-first programming, the result will remain the same. More money. More familiar faces. Less impact."

How Much Has Tony Romo Regressed in the Booth for CBS Sports?

"When you are great from the beginning, people tend to expect that every single year, and if you fall off even a little bit, you get destroyed."

Paramount To Debut Programmatic Live Ad Sales in UFC, Sports Events

"This initiative underscores Paramount’s commitment to media modernization, expanding opportunities for marketers to show up during the biggest and buzziest moments of scaled audience attention."

Vince Carter, Tracy McGrady Team up for ‘Cousins’ Podcast Launching January 28

"Vince and Tracy are two of the most influential players of their era, and their connection to fans has only strengthened over time."

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Howard Stern’s HBO Max Deal Is a Win for Everyone Involved

Audio built Stern's legend, yet television extends it to a generation that discovers shows through streaming platforms rather than satellite dials.

When Artists Die: Streaming Data Tells the Story

"The genuine shock of losing someone whose voice shaped your entire life. That can't be planned. That's real."

Salem Media’s Allen Power Reflects on 50-Year Radio Career Before Retirement

"It's bittersweet. What I will do is just be grateful. I'll be grateful for the 26 years with Salem, and the 50 years in the business, and the wonderful people that I've worked with."

How Freezing Cold Takes Turned Sports’ Worst Predictions Into An Entertainment Phenomenon

"I was only going to use it to mess with people. I did not plan on it being big at all. But it lends to what I do, which is find stuff. And because it’s sports, it makes it that much better for me."