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The Industry According To: Kathleen, Kesley, & Chris, Columbia Records

"Relationships matter. Analytics matter. Being able to speak the language matters."

Why TikTok Followers Don’t Equal Radio Talent

"Some creators can. Others simply do not translate."

Tom Brady’s Viral Weekend Was A Business Lesson Sports Media Missed

"Far too many were eager to mock a staged wrestling angle, a promotional appearance, or a calculated branding move that they overlooked what was actually happening."

Why Cumulus Sees Xperi Data as a Big Data Breakthrough for Radio

"We're excited because we feel this is a step forward in using technology to change the way people think about radio. This is really the big data moment for radio, at least as we see it."

Reflecting on Bob Iger’s Legacy As He Departs Disney

Some might say Bob Iger's legacy is "complicated." I disagree.

ESPN’s Omar Raja To Host ABC Oscar’s Pre-Show Following NBA Coverage

"We’re trying to take part of that sports audience and keep them engaged by mixing sports and culture."

ESPN, Disney, Pixar Team Up For First NHL Inside Out Classic April 5

"The alternate broadcast will stream on ESPN+, Disney+, Disney Channel and Disney XD, while ESPN will carry the traditional game telecast."

ESPN Announces ‘The Year of the Super Bowl’ Campaign

"Across our platforms, screens, and parks, we’ll build momentum throughout the year toward Super Bowl LXI — a monumental event for sports fans everywhere and for ESPN."

Michael Eisner: My Advice to New Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro is to Copy What Bob Iger Did

"Keep close the words of Walt Disney: 'We love to entertain kings and queens, but the vital thing to remember is this—every guest receives the VIP treatment.' Good luck."

Josh D’Amaro to Succeed Bob Iger as Disney CEO

“I am immensely grateful to the Board for entrusting me with leading a company that means so much to me and millions around the world.” 

The College Football Playoff Got It Right On ESPN With No Change Needed Anytime Soon

"For all its flaws, the College Football Playoff got this part right. Until viewership tells a different story, there’s no reason to fix what isn’t broken."

ESPN Going Direct-To-Consumer Leads Barrett Media’s Top 5 TV Sports Stories of 2025

"Many stories captured headlines, but ESPN's decision to go direct-to-consumer easily topped the list as the most important sports television story of 2025."

ESPN Extends Exclusive Agreement To Broadcast The Heisman Trophy Presentation

"The Heisman Trophy Trust is thrilled to continue its long-standing partnership with ESPN"

Adam Silver Praises Prime Video’s NBA Coverage Approach

"That, I would say, has frustrated me in the past about some coverage when it’s sort of reduced to ‘one side wanted it more’ or ‘this side played harder.’"

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