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ESPN’s Removal Of The Bottomline May Have Exposed The More Hidden Distractions

"There was something comforting about turning on ESPN and seeing that ticker crawling across the bottom. It told you that you were plugged into the sports world. Today, the sports world isn't waiting at the bottom of our television anymore."

20 Brands in 20 Days: Tommy Mattern, 105.7 The Point, 92.3 WIL, St. Louis

For 26 years — almost half his life —...

How Mitch Albom Convinced Christopher Gabriel to Give Talk Radio a Try

"Without skipping a beat, he goes, 'I think you'd be pretty good as a talk show host.' And I thought, well, I did radio in college — I never thought about that."

Why College Football Kicking Off Without Lee Corso Just Doesn’t Feel The Same

"There will only ever be one Lee Corso. And for the first time, college football begins a season without him anywhere around it. That’s going to take some getting used to."

FOX Sports Radio Comes to Columbus

The NABCO-owned (North American Broadcast Company) station debuted this week as a new brand after being flipped from Soft Oldies “Easy 95.1/920”. The station will air the national Fox Sports Radio lineup around the clock along with play-by-play of Columbus Clippers baseball and Notre Dame University football.

Derek Ruscin Off ESPN Arkansas After Calling Player ‘Stupid Ass’

The radio host's rant against a current Arkansas baseball player will result in him taking time off the air at ESPN Arkansas.

Ken Selvaggi Named New General Manager of ESPN Louisville

The longtime television veteran will bring his forty years of experience to ESPN Louisville and enhance their presence with Louisville athletics.

Adam Crowley Earns Promotion at 93.7 The Fan

"In a note to staff, Crowley's ability to create content and engagement across multiple platforms was highlighted."

Six New Contributors Join Barrett Media

"These latest additions will make our product better. Now the challenge is finding others to help us continue growing."

It’s Green Light Go For The 2022 BSM Summit in NYC

"I'm not promising you we'll solve every issue facing the industry during the course of two-days together in NYC, but I've always believed that smart people recognize the benefit of being around and listening to other smart people."

Sean Thompson Named New Program Director of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM

"Thompson has spent the past ten years in Atlanta, working for 92.9 The Game as its Assistant Brand Manager."

Angiolet, Borod, Craig & Sottolano Added To 2022 BSM Summit

"If you're planning to attend, please buy your tickets as soon as possible. We have limited room and it's first come, first serve."

What Can Programmers Learn From A Social Media Following?

"A large number of followers may be the result of using social media well, but if you think the size of someone’s following is proof they’ll be a good part of your lineup, that’s a set-up for failure."

ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro To Speak At The 2022 BSM Summit

"Having Jimmy with us will allow our attendees to learn how ESPN views the current sports media landscape in order to better understand where the business is headed in the future."

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20 Brands in 20 Days: Tommy Mattern, 105.7 The Point, 92.3 WIL, St. Louis

For 26 years — almost half his life —...

How Mitch Albom Convinced Christopher Gabriel to Give Talk Radio a Try

"Without skipping a beat, he goes, 'I think you'd be pretty good as a talk show host.' And I thought, well, I did radio in college — I never thought about that."

Why College Football Kicking Off Without Lee Corso Just Doesn’t Feel The Same

"There will only ever be one Lee Corso. And for the first time, college football begins a season without him anywhere around it. That’s going to take some getting used to."

Ken West WERS-FM: Community Over Commercial Radio Model

"It's important because fun is contagious. Fun can trickle down to staff and trickle out of the speakers to the listener."