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New York Times CEO States The Athletic Is Company’s Fastest Growing Vertical

"The Athletic has the fastest-growing audience on The New York Times. It's many millions more than that today."

Olivia Rodrigo’s Festival Takeover on 88.5 The SoCal Sound Makes Waves

"Rodrigo used AAA radio — not social media — to make a major cultural announcement"

The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show Celebrates 5th Anniversary

"We look forward to celebrating many more milestones together!”

Afternoon Radio Listening Gaining Ground as Mornings Slip, New Crowd React Media Data Shows

When asked why they listen to local radio, 40% of those aged 18-34 said that local content is the key reason. That's higher than the overall level (30%) and the 55+ crowd (20%).

Tony Dungy Confirms Exit From NBC Sports After 17 Years

"It’s disappointing news but I want to thank my NBC family for making the last 17 years so special."

Craig Carton Happy With NBC Sports Cutting Tony Dungy From ‘Football Night in America’

"So happy to hear that next year we will not be forced to suffer through the holier than now, soapbox living Tony Dungy."

Tony Dungy Reportedly Out As ‘Football Night In America’ Regular On NBC Sports

"Sources indicate to The Athletic that NBC has discussed taking the show fully on the road more frequently next season, while also reducing the size of its studio roster."

Netflix Reportedly Aiming To Add Barry Bonds to MLB Opening Day Coverage

"While no agreement has been finalized, the expectation is that Bonds would appear on-site for both pregame and postgame programming if the sides reach terms."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Sports Digital Shows of 2025

"As you review these results, please remember that they represent the collective feedback shared by our industry voters."

MLB Teams Reportedly Exit FanDuel Sports Network Amid Financial Struggles

"We remain in active dialogue with all of our team partners regarding potential revised terms for agreements going forward."

Richard Deitsch Joins Sports Business Journal as Special Contributor

"Deitsch will write a monthly print feature for the Journal, contribute select news items to its daily coverage, and make occasional appearances on the SBJ Sports Media Podcast."

Travis Kelce Undecided on NFL Return as Potential Media Career Could Be in His Future

"I've talked to a few people in the facility already. Having the exit meetings and everything, and they know where I stand, at least right now."

Richard Deitsch Stepping Down From The Athletic

"In an era of media consolidation and endless job losses, I have been beyond lucky to have had such a long run between two national outlets that readers care about."

Snoop Dogg To Serve As Special NBA Analyst January 5 On NBC Sports

"Snoop Dogg will participate in pregame meetings and watch the first half from courtside before donning a headset to call the second half."

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Olivia Rodrigo’s Festival Takeover on 88.5 The SoCal Sound Makes Waves

"Rodrigo used AAA radio — not social media — to make a major cultural announcement"

The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show Celebrates 5th Anniversary

"We look forward to celebrating many more milestones together!”

Afternoon Radio Listening Gaining Ground as Mornings Slip, New Crowd React Media Data Shows

When asked why they listen to local radio, 40% of those aged 18-34 said that local content is the key reason. That's higher than the overall level (30%) and the 55+ crowd (20%).

Clive Davis Dead at 94: A Legacy Spanning Columbia, Arista, and J Records

Clive Davis, one of the most influential executives in...