Casey Kasem’s American Top 40 Surpasses 600 Affiliates

"This milestone is a testament to the enduring legacy of Casey Kasem and the timeless appeal of American Top 40."

Ramsey Network EVP Blake Thompson to Retire

"This is a win-win for me to step aside and pursue my next chapter while they continue to grow and succeed with the network."

Luke Bryan, Kane Brown Headline iHeartCountry Festival 2026 in Austin

Country music's biggest names took over Austin. The iHeartCountry...

ESPN Studio Programming April Viewership Up 21% Year Over Year

"April's gains built directly on a strong Q1, where studio shows combined averaged 14% more viewers than the prior year."

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What News/Talk Radio PDs Value From a Network News Partner

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Why Jason Whitlock is Fearless, Unapologetic, and Comfortable Challenging Sports Media’s Biggest Voices

"Sports media thinks that I hate them, and I don’t. I’m a critic. If anyone legitimately listens to what I have to say, I criticize myself more harshly than anyone else."

How SiriusXM’s Julie Mason Gets Politicians to Stop Using Talking Points

"You can find something of value in almost everyone you speak to. And I think that really helps make people comfortable and sort of gets the partisanship out of the way."

Q102’s Buster Has Always Known the Game. Now He’s Mastering It.

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New York Yankees Announcer John Sterling Remembered by His Peers as a Baseball Original

"John was a truly unique human being. A lovable character whose wonderful eccentricities permeated his broadcasts."

Why Spirit Airlines’ Failure Is a Mirror for Music Radio Stations

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Casey Kasem’s American Top 40 Surpasses 600 Affiliates

"This milestone is a testament to the enduring legacy of Casey Kasem and the timeless appeal of American Top 40."

Ramsey Network EVP Blake Thompson to Retire

"This is a win-win for me to step aside and pursue my next chapter while they continue to grow and succeed with the network."

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How the NFL Schedule Release Can Be Sports Radio’s Multiplatform Success Story

"The NFL schedule release is a test of a station’s ability to think like a modern content brand. It rewards preparation, creativity, and responsiveness. Those that treat it as just another news item will continue to fall behind."

AI Music Is Here, Should Platforms Be Required to Label It?

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The Case for Regional Syndication: Why News/Talk Radio Should Consider An Alternative

When listeners want to feel informed, entertained, and engaged by talk that actually reflects their lives, their state, or their region, they're not exactly super served by someone broadcasting from a studio 2,000 miles away.

Red Apple Media, WABC Radio President Chad Lopez to Receive the 2026 Gold Standard in Business Award

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Why Skip Bayless’ Return to ‘First Take’ Should Be an Audition for More

"ESPN doesn’t need nostalgia—it needs impact. And impact is exactly what a recurring role for Bayless on First Take could deliver. The history is proven, the attention is guaranteed, and the interest is already built in."
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Sports

ESPN Studio Programming April Viewership Up 21% Year Over Year

"April's gains built directly on a strong Q1, where studio shows combined averaged 14% more viewers than the prior year."

ESPN Adds Samantha Rivera to English and Spanish-Language Platforms

"To be part of such an iconic brand like ESPN is an honor I don’t take lightly."

Arda Öcal Departs ESPN After Ten Years

"I got let go from ESPN this morning. It’s all good, I’ll be fine. 10 years is a decent run. I think I’m just gonna take some time off before I decide what’s next."

Fubo Subscribers Dip While Revenue Surged Following Disney Hulu Merger

"Looking ahead, we are making progress on multiple new integrations with Disney, leveraging the content portfolios of Fubo and Hulu + Live TV, which are expected to drive sustained subscriber, revenue and Adjusted EBITDA growth while delivering on the consumer promise of our business combination."

ESPN Reportedly Considering Peter Schrager as Host of New Weekday Studio Show

"I just want to be the guy you want to sit next to on a plane and talk sports with. My goal is you see my face on ESPN and you say, ‘Oh s**t. Schrager’s on today, what’s he got. This is going to be fun."

Joy Taylor Joins Urban One Launching ‘The Daily Play’ Podcast

"I wanted to create something fast, focused, and always authentic. Sports fans are busy, but they want the context behind the conversation."

ESPN’s 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Ratings Surge 69% in Historic First Round

"Strong rivalries and consistent promotion are clearly connecting with viewers.'

FOX Sports Gets Creative With ‘World Cup Watcher’ Paid Job Posting

"One engaged applicant will get the job of a lifetime to experience and celebrate every story, every nation and every exhilarating moment that defines the beautiful game."

Hannah Storm Joins ESPN’s WNBA Coverage for League’s 30th Anniversary

"We are proud to continue raising the bar for WNBA coverage as the league enters its historic 30th season."

Nielsen Co-Viewing Test Run Results in 4% Lift of Viewership Figures

"Our Co-Viewing pilot exemplifies our unwavering commitment to providing the most accurate measurement for our clients during these dynamic times of change."

Grant Napear Departs FOX Sports Radio Sacramento After Eight Months

"They were trying to win the Indy 500 with a four cylinder engine, and you can't do that."

Nielsen Reveals FIFA World Cup Content Drives Higher Radio, Podcast Consumption

"For a growing share of fans, the World Cup isn't just watched, it's listened to. In a tournament defined by global narratives and cultural pride, the brands that win may be the ones that show up where fans are listening."

News

Ramsey Network EVP Blake Thompson to Retire

"This is a win-win for me to step aside and pursue my next chapter while they continue to grow and succeed with the network."

Ted Turner, CNN Founder and Media Mogul, Dies at 87

"He was and always will be the presiding spirit of CNN."

Larry O’Connor, Kevin Walling Joining Mark Halperin’s ‘The Morning Meeting’ as Permanent Co-Hosts

"We're super happy to be partnering with Kevin and Larry for the show going forward."

101.5 Freedom-FM Comes to Fayetteville

“Freedom FM 101.5 is built to be a daily companion for listeners who care about what’s happening locally, nationally, and financially."

Longtime KDKA Radio Anchor/Reporter Bob Kmetz Dies

"Bob Kmetz was a real friend, colleague, and mentor."

Scott Jennings Addresses Fallout From Viral CNN Clip with Adam Mockler

"My view is debates are good. Keeping your hands to yourself and keeping out of my space is good. A little more civil debate would be a good thing."

KSL NewsRadio Adds ‘Brightside’ to Midday Lineup

That moves Maria Shilaos -- who previously hosted Midday with Maria from 12-3 PM -- down to hosting only Utah's Noon News from 12-1 PM.

WABC Radio, Red Apple Audio Networks Launch The Worldwide News Network, Lee Harris Named VP of News

"The move positions Red Apple Media as a formidable global audio news competitor at precisely the right moment."

The Daily Wire Undergoing Round of Layoffs

It is unclear how many members of the company's staff have departed as part of the ongoing exits.

Alex Jones Signs Off From Infowars, Vows Immediate Return With New Venture

"You've walked into our trap, because we don't start fights, but we finish them."

93 WIBC Strikes Partnership with FOX59, Including New Morning Programming

“This partnership is about meeting people where they are.”

790 KFYO Host Chad Hasty Dies

“We are stunned and heartbroken by the sudden passing of our beloved KFYO family member."

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Music

Casey Kasem’s American Top 40 Surpasses 600 Affiliates

"This milestone is a testament to the enduring legacy of Casey Kasem and the timeless appeal of American Top 40."

Luke Bryan, Kane Brown Headline iHeartCountry Festival 2026 in Austin

Country music's biggest names took over Austin. The iHeartCountry...

Amazon Music Brings Rolling Loud 2026 to Prime Video and Twitch

"The festival features more than 75 artists, headlined by Playboi Carti, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, and Don Toliver."

Bob Richards Leaving Reno KBUL The Bull

"Richards currently serves as operations manager for Cumulus' four-station Reno cluster and as program director and morning host at Country KBUL."

Scott Shannon Reflects on Radio’s Past and Uncertain Future

"Scott Shannon shared his insights during an appearance on the For the Record podcast with Dave Scholan and Rick Basiglia."

4 Non Blondes’ Linda Perry To Receive International Songwriter Prize at Ivor Novello Awards

"The ceremony takes place May 21 at London's Grosvenor Hotel."

Mark “Razz” Retires from WXTU After 26-Year Philadelphia Radio Career

"I am so very grateful to the listeners who welcomed me into their lives each day, and to the amazing team I've had the privilege to work with over the years."

Chris Eagan Adds KS95 to VP Role at Hubbard Radio Minneapolis

"I'm grateful for the chance to lead this iconic brand for Hubbard Minneapolis and keep building on its years of success."

Kobalt Taps Leslie Ahrens for America Leadership Role

"This promotion is a natural evolution of her leadership; we have the utmost trust in her ability to marry creative excellence with operational precision."

Jodee Woods Returns to U-93 South Bend Morning Radio

"U93 is better with Jodee on the air, and we're excited for what's ahead."

Radio One Adds Rickey Smiley to Classix 107.9 Philadelphia

"The addition aligns with the station's goal of delivering engaging and culturally relevant programming."

Yesi Ortiz Officially Tapped for Nights at 94.7 The Wave

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Disney Revenue From ESPN, Disney+, Hulu, Hits $10 Billion During 2026’s First Quarter

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iHeartMedia Names Kevin Rich as Region President

"Strong foundation in these markets and a clear opportunity to accelerate growth and deepen client partnerships. Excited for what's ahead!"

72% of Local Advertising Now Spent on Digital, New Borrell Data Shows

"Digital has matured. The easy growth is over. From here on, success won’t be defined by participation, but by who can steal share from competitors."

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John Zimmer to FCC: End Local Radio Ownership Caps

"The same competitive forces that have already devastated local newspapers now seriously threaten broadcasters and their services to local communities.”

Urban One Acquiring Dallas Stations KKDA, KRNB, Sell Off KZMJ

"We are elevating our ability to serve our audience and our advertising partners with unmatched scale and local expertise."

Curtis Media Group Expanding in North Carolina With Wilmington Acquisition

"The deal remains pending regulatory approval."

5 More State Attorneys General Join Bid to Block Nexstar Media Group/TEGNA Merger

"This is not controversial stuff — this merger is illegal and will give Nexstar and TEGNA the ability to control and raise prices, fire journalists, and dominate the media landscape.”

Paramount Sued By Subscribers To Block Warner Bros. Discovery Deal

"Their filing argues the combined company would have increased ability to raise consumer prices, reduce theatrical output, and diminish the quality and diversity of news programming."

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