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Zimmer Communications Names Mike Stern Director of Programming

"Mike is one of the most respected programming minds in our industry, and we’re incredibly fortunate to have him joining our team."

ESPN Should Use Michael Wilbon’s Absence to Plan Pardon the Interruption’s Future

"ESPN shouldn't wait until the inevitable arrives to start thinking about what comes next. The network has an opportunity to let the audience see what the next chapter could look like without sacrificing what made the original so special."

How Workhouse Media’s John McConnell Turned a Near-Fatal Bike Crash Into a Philanthropy Mission

"I couldn’t move. I had no movement other than a little bit of feeling in my right pinky. In that moment, I thought, ‘This is it. I’m going to die, and this is how I’m going to go out.’”

Bert Weiss Walked Away, But These Radio Talents Still Believe

"While I certainly respect Bert and the incredible success he's had with The Bert Show, he couldn't be more wrong. "

Erick Erickson, Guy Benson Add Dozens of Affiliates After The Daily Wire Shows Leave Westwood One

Many stations were left looking for new programming for the three hours The Daily Wire shows previously occupied.

770 KTTH Adds Will Cain to Evening Lineup After The Daily Wire Shows Depart Westwood One

“I’m incredibly excited to be joining the great voices of KTTH in Seattle."

Rich Eisen Joining Infinity Sports Network Programming Lineup in Early January

"I look forward to all the new possible first-time callers to become long-time listeners and expand my podcast audience along with it."

‘The Jim Rome Show’ Teams Up With Westwood One, Moves to Afternoon Drive

"Any program director who carries this show is getting an extremely motivated host who is looking to win in this space and create kickass content every single day. Just give me the opportunity." 

Does The Daily Wire Need News/Talk Radio Or Is It The Other Way Around?

It feels like a bit like the chicken and the egg conundrum. Will The Daily Wire see a diminished presence without a national radio partner? Will news/talk radio suffer without the likes of Ben Shapiro, Matt Walsh, and Michael Knowles?

Westwood One To Debut ‘Country Nights Live with Bev Rainey’

Cumulus Media’s Westwood One has announced the upcoming launch of a new nighttime Country music radio show “Country Nights Live with Bev Rainey.”

Kix Brooks Steps Down As ‘American Country Countdown’ Host

Starting the weekend of January 4-5, 2025, Ryan Fox will take over as the new host of “American Country Countdown with Ryan Fox,” ushering in a new era of Country music.

Darlas Rai Departs Cumulus Media’s 95.5 Nash Icon, Nashville

Darlas Rai, the night host of “95.5 Nash Icon” WSM-FM in Nashville, has departed from the station as she transitions into what she describes as “semi-retirement.”

Mark Levin to Launch ‘Liberty and Learning’ Podcast

"Liberty and Learning, is the culmination of decades of discussion, book-writing, scholarship, and good old-fashioned fun and entertainment."

Barrett Media Welcomes Jon Lafayette as Sports Editor, Promotes Derek Futterman to Associate Sports Editor

"We want to share news, tell stories, highlight people, and explore business issues that effect all areas of the industry. But to do that, adjustments have to be made."

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ESPN Should Use Michael Wilbon’s Absence to Plan Pardon the Interruption’s Future

"ESPN shouldn't wait until the inevitable arrives to start thinking about what comes next. The network has an opportunity to let the audience see what the next chapter could look like without sacrificing what made the original so special."

How Workhouse Media’s John McConnell Turned a Near-Fatal Bike Crash Into a Philanthropy Mission

"I couldn’t move. I had no movement other than a little bit of feeling in my right pinky. In that moment, I thought, ‘This is it. I’m going to die, and this is how I’m going to go out.’”

Bert Weiss Walked Away, But These Radio Talents Still Believe

"While I certainly respect Bert and the incredible success he's had with The Bert Show, he couldn't be more wrong. "

How Eddie Olczyk Is Embracing a New Chapter Of A Hall of Fame Hockey Broadcasting Career

"I'm very lucky to be an American-born lead analyst and do that many games in our country. It's very humbling and I feel honored. I'm always trying to make the next one the best one. That remains the goal."