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NFL Faces New Trial Over $4.7 Billion Sunday Ticket Verdict

The ruling represents another setback for the NFL as it defends its Sunday Ticket distribution model.

Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

How Sal Licata Balances Finding Independent Success With Emotions of WFAN Exit

"My whole life was WFAN, and my whole goal was to get to afternoon drive on WFAN. For the first time since I had that dream in 1995, I knew that dream was no longer a reality."

Is Outrage the Only Strategy Left in Sports Media?

"Clicks, views, and chatter might generate noise, produce a momentary ratings spike, and help you trend on Twitter, but that doesn't define success anymore."

WFAN’s Gregg Giannotti on Netflix MLB Opening Night Broadcast: “Who Was That For?”

"The WWE guy coming out [saying yeet]… Burt Kreischer coming out and screaming to the crowd? Who’s that for?"

Gregg Giannotti Declines Idea of Brandon Tierney Guest Spot on WFAN’s ‘Boomer & Gio’

"So we could see our ratings dropp 30 to 60% like they did from our [Boomer & Gio] last hour to your [BT & Sal] first hour when he handed you football? I don't want to do that."

Michael Kay Opens Up on ESPN New York Changes, MLB’s Fragmented Future and Yankees Opening Day on Netflix

"They [Good Karma Brands] made it so easy for me. They’ve been so great and supportive. Once I started doing it, I love it. It changed my life."

WFAN’s Gregg Giannotti, Brandon Tierney Feud Shows Why Sports Radio Should Embrace Noise Over Silence

"For every programmer or host who believes ignoring criticism is the high road, it’s worth asking: high road to where? Because while you’re staying above the fray, someone else is owning the moment—and the audience that comes with it."

WFAN’s Craig Carton Hopes Ongoing Gregg Giannotti, Brandon Tierney “Fight” Continues

"As things evolve, and hopefully they do, I want the fight to continue! I’m enjoying not being involved and just being an expert witness or commentator."

Maggie Gray on ‘CMB Show’ WFAN Tenure: “People Just Really Wanted To Hate Us”

"It was a big deal at the time, and I think people just really wanted to hate us, but it turns out we are three un-hate-able people."

Brandon Tierney: WFAN’s Gregg Giannotti is the Most “Thin Skinned Person” in the Business

“Let's see what happens when Boomer retires. Let's see how you float on your own.”

Craig Carton: WFAN Has Never Been Healthier in Many Aspects

"A little having fun at each other’s expense, I think it’s good for business and good for the on-air product."

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Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

Borrell Associates: Digital Advertising Will Reach 80% of Local Ad Spending by 2030

Borrell Associates projects that figure will climb considerably over the next four years as the industry undergoes what it describes as a "great reshuffling."