"ESPN is changing, and so is the audience it is trying to reach. The network is investing in younger voices, creators and personalities who can live beyond the traditional broadcast window. Aikman represents a different era of sports media."
"We look forward to working with the Senate Leadership and lead sponsors Senators Markey and Cruz, to finish the job, send this legislation to the President’s desk, and ensure AM radio remains available to listeners and communities across America."
"There's something about hearing a voice. There's no visuals, so there's an intimate nature to the audio-only medium that I think is really difficult to replicate anywhere else."
“Stations shouldn't have to replace a decades-long show on a few weeks’ notice. We are providing a smooth transition, with a strong brand for both mornings and weekend airplay."
Westwood One will end the program as it prepares to launch The Bongino Report AM. Dan Bongino's new nationally syndicated morning show will debut Monday, September 21st.
"ESPN is changing, and so is the audience it is trying to reach. The network is investing in younger voices, creators and personalities who can live beyond the traditional broadcast window. Aikman represents a different era of sports media."