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Why Tucker Carlson’s Principles Are Now His Biggest Enemy

Here's the uncomfortable truth about independent conservative media: the audience doesn't want to be informed. They want to be confirmed.

ESPN SportsCenter Still Delivers On Highlights, But Who’s Its Next Greatest Star?

"For decades, SportsCenter wasn’t just where fans consumed sports news. It was where sports media stars were born. As Linda Cohn prepares to sign off, it’s fair to wonder if her retirement represents more than the end of a remarkable career."

The Industry According To: Greg Beharrell, GREG-FM

"How do you think Top 40 makes song number 41 feel?"

Approaching The Summit: Damon Amendolara, SiriusXM Mad Dog Sports Radio

"I'm most passionate about the things that are talked about at the Barrett Media Audio Summit. Those are the things I really consider every day that are really my life. Forget three hours, like I could do three days talking about all the nuances of the industry"

Dan Orlovsky Agrees To Extension With ESPN: Report

"According to a report in The Athletic, Orlovsky’s new deal remains unsigned, but the terms of the agreement have been agreed to."

Ken Rosenthal: Mike Fiers Going On the Record Made Houston Astros Sign-Stealing Story ‘Much More Effective’

"What I failed to realize was it really had this monumental impact on the sport because it led to rules changes and it led to hopefully a different culture"

Rich Eisen Announces Return to ESPN

"We will continue to be aggressive in adding premier content to our platforms, with 'The Rich Eisen Show' being today’s example."

YouTube Labeled ‘Heavy Favorite’ to Broadcast NFL Game From Brazil in Week One

This game featuring the Los Angeles Chargers and a yet-to-be-identified opponent would be available for free.

Robert Griffin III Expected to Sign With FOX Sports as College Football Game Analyst: Report

"Griffin was laid off last year with a reported two years remaining on his deal with ESPN"

The Athletic Announces New Collaboration For Delivering NBA, WNBA News And Highlights

“Our mission at The Athletic has always been to deliver the smartest, most insightful sports journalism anywhere."

Jimmy Pitaro: ESPN App Will Be Significantly Enhanced This Fall

"...we want you to go to the ESPN App and authenticate because that’s where we’re going to have all of these enhanced experiences..."

Stephen A. Smith: ‘I’m Happy’ I Will Be at ESPN ‘For Years to Come’

"I got a lot of things that I want to achieve, a lot of things that I want to accomplish in my life that extend beyond this show and beyond the world of sports, but it all starts here."

Stephen A. Smith Agrees to Five-Year Contract with ESPN: Report

"According to Andrew Marchand of The Athletic, ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith has agreed to a five-year deal worth at least $100 million:"

From ESPN to ‘The Athletic,’ Jayson Stark Remains Baseball’s Five-Tool Player

"I’ve been really lucky in my life to work in great places with great people, but there’s never been anything quite like this."

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ESPN SportsCenter Still Delivers On Highlights, But Who’s Its Next Greatest Star?

"For decades, SportsCenter wasn’t just where fans consumed sports news. It was where sports media stars were born. As Linda Cohn prepares to sign off, it’s fair to wonder if her retirement represents more than the end of a remarkable career."

The Industry According To: Greg Beharrell, GREG-FM

"How do you think Top 40 makes song number 41 feel?"

Approaching The Summit: Damon Amendolara, SiriusXM Mad Dog Sports Radio

"I'm most passionate about the things that are talked about at the Barrett Media Audio Summit. Those are the things I really consider every day that are really my life. Forget three hours, like I could do three days talking about all the nuances of the industry"

How to Network Smarter at The Barrett Media Summit

"Success won't be determined by how many sessions you attend. It will be determined, instead, by the quality of the relationships you build."