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Cumulus Radio Layoffs Hit Multiple Markets This Week

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Jeremy Boreing: I’ve Been Warning That Tucker Carlson Is An ‘Operative’, Not A Grifter

"I've been warning that Tucker Carlson isn't merely a grifter—he’s an operative building a new political project centered around right-wing social policy and left-wing economic policy."

Mike Krukow Announces Upcoming Retirement From San Francisco Giants Broadcast Booth

"[My wife] Jennifer and I have been so blessed to be able to stay in the game for as long as we have, and it’s really made it impossible to feel sorry for myself that my career is coming to an end."

Katie Nolan: ESPN “Exploiting” Karl Ravech’s Loyalty to the Network With Work Following Layoffs

"ESPN doesn't deserve to get Karl Ravech for a discount or for free. He worked there for a really long time, and shows his loyalty to that company. This to me feels like that's being exploited."

NBC Sports Adds New MLB Digital Show Featuring CC Sabathia

"MLB According to CC will be widely distributed across NBC Sports platforms. Fans can watch via Peacock, the NBC Sports YouTube channel, and NBC Sports NOW."

NFL, Networks Reportedly Far Off In Rights Fees Expectations

"Some estimates suggest the league could seek a doubling of its current deals. By comparison, media companies appear far more cautious, with expectations reportedly landing closer to a 25% increase."

ESPN Announces Extensive NFL Draft Coverage on Record Nine Different Platforms

"In total, fans will have access to 14 hours of coverage spanning all 257 selections. The opening night alone will feature five different viewing options."

Netflix’ Bela Bajaria: Strategy for Live Sports Still Evolving

"To actually do something live and say, ‘This is the time we want you to watch something,’ is just a different strategy."

FOX Sports CEO Eric Shanks Believes Network Was “Born” To Broadcast NFL Ahead of League Rights Discussions

"We’ve grown into this saying that ‘FOX is football,’ right? Whether it’s college, spring, NFL; the NFL has just become a huge part of our DNA."

Why Early Netflix Data Could Have Sports Podcasts Hitting Pause

"Seeing these early results after such a sports-heavy quarter should raise some concern within the walls of both The Ringer and Barstool Sports."

Tricia Whitaker’s Career Shift To Apple TV Mirrors MLB’s Streaming Revolution

"I understand there’s narratives about where to watch the game, but that’s the industry right now whether people like it or not."

CBS Sports’ ‘With the First Pick’ Is a Top Selection for Substance Over Spectacle

"With the First Pick will not dazzle viewers with flashy production elements. It is built on substance, not spectacle."

PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp on Battle for Media Rights Dollars: “Innovate or Die”

"It's a tough landscape out here for sports fans. They have a lot of choices. Media partners have a lot of choices of who they want to promote and who they want to distribute. If there's anything I learned from the NFL, it's you innovate or you die."

David Samson on Stephen A. Smith’s Comments to Mike Trout: “How Dare You”

"I’m tired of Stephen A. Smith and the gas baggery."

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Jeremy Boreing: I’ve Been Warning That Tucker Carlson Is An ‘Operative’, Not A Grifter

"I've been warning that Tucker Carlson isn't merely a grifter—he’s an operative building a new political project centered around right-wing social policy and left-wing economic policy."

Mike Krukow Announces Upcoming Retirement From San Francisco Giants Broadcast Booth

"[My wife] Jennifer and I have been so blessed to be able to stay in the game for as long as we have, and it’s really made it impossible to feel sorry for myself that my career is coming to an end."

Katie Nolan: ESPN “Exploiting” Karl Ravech’s Loyalty to the Network With Work Following Layoffs

"ESPN doesn't deserve to get Karl Ravech for a discount or for free. He worked there for a really long time, and shows his loyalty to that company. This to me feels like that's being exploited."

Saga Communications Expands Gainesville Presence With WRUF AM/FM Agreement

"This collaboration reflects Saga's commitment to investing in our present and future by working with outstanding local media properties as well as investing in our next generation of media professionals."