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Mike Greenberg on ESPN Radio

Mike Greenberg: ‘Sports radio is going to be around for a long time’

"Podcasts are wonderful. I listen to them all the time. But there's one thing a podcast has a very hard time being, and that's urgent."

By Brendon Kleen OnOct 4, 2024 1
Cody Decker discussing the future of sports radio on the STTP podcast

Cody Decker insists ‘sports radio is not dying’

"When people say sports radio is dying, I vehemently disagree because it's not."

By Reice Shipley OnAug 14, 2024 2
An image of Howard Eskin from a 2011 NBC10 Philadelphia feature on him.

Howard Eskin again not on air amidst kiss controversy

Sources told The Philadelphia Inquirer Eskin wasn't on air "out of deference to Glen Macnow."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnJul 13, 2024 0

Originals

The 2023 Awfulies: The best in sports radio and sports media podcasts

Michelle Beadle

Michelle Beadle and Cody Decker to host SiriusXM show on Mad Dog Sports Radio

Beadle & Decker will air from noon-3 p.m. ET Monday-Friday on Mad Dog Sports Radio.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnAug 17, 2023 5
Peter Rosenberg facepalms after a caller complains about Method Man.

Peter Rosenberg calls caller ‘a racist piece of garbage’ after claim Method Man is ‘a thug’

"You're a racist, Greg! Anyone who would look at a picture of Method Man and be offended, when you look up what he's contributed to the world, and you want to call him a thug? You're a racist piece of garbage."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnJul 4, 2023 0
Michael Kay on The Show podcast

Michael Kay still bothered by how ‘nasty’ Craig Carton was during ratings battle

"The narrative is Kay’s probably thrilled. No. I’d rather continue to get my butt kicked and try to win."

By Sean Keeley OnJun 21, 2023 3
Carlos Correa against the Detroit Tigers in Sept. 2022.

WFAN caller compares Correa flip to 2020 Biden-Trump election, calls it ‘fraudulent corruption deal’

"This is so similar to Joe Biden being behind in certain states, then in the middle of the night he takes the lead."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnDec 21, 2022 6
Greg Gumbel on NCAA Tournament coverage in 2021.

Greg Gumbel took a blowtorch to sports radio: ‘The most ridiculous thing on the planet.’

"If you’re just tuning in to hear people argue and scream and shout, that’s fine. Good luck to you. Good luck in your early grave."

By Brandon Contes OnSep 8, 2022 12

Arash Markazi to host daily radio show on San Diego’s 1090 AM

After leaving the Los Angeles Times, Arash has a gig that seems like a better fit for him.

By Jay Rigdon OnOct 7, 2020 2

Boston sports radio hosts preemptively complaining about Cam Newton’s celebrations is as bad as it sounds

These guys got their nominee in early for "worst Boston media Cam take"!

By Jay Rigdon OnJul 1, 2020 9

NPR’s ‘Only a Game’ sports program to end production in September amid WBUR budget restructuring

"It’s hard to sell sports to public radio management, and it’s hard to sell public radio to a sports audience.”

By Ian Casselberry OnJun 18, 2020 3
NBC Sports Radio

NBC Sports Radio will no longer be distributed by Westwood One as of March 31, may be shutting down entirely

"Westwood One will discontinue distribution and representation of NBC Sports Radio content. The cancellation is effective 11:59:59 PM ET on Tuesday March 31."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnMar 4, 2020 14
Mike Francesa and Michael Kay.

Michael Kay beats Mike Francesa soundly in Francesa’s final ratings book, streaming data and all

The loss comes as Francesa steps back to a half-hour starting in 2020.

By Jay Rigdon OnDec 23, 2019 2
Mike Francesa (L) and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo no longer have a show together. And that's particularly unfortunate given their Astros' takes.

Former radio partners Mike Francesa and Chris “Mad Dog” Russo dissent on Astros’ sign-stealing, with Francesa wrong on the facts

"Did you ever realize the games are on a delay? Depending on whether the game is on a real line or a satellite line. The game can be on a three-to-five second delay, also. You didn't bring that part up. Okay?"

By Andrew Bucholtz OnNov 13, 2019 3
Seth Dunlap

WWL’s Seth Dunlap taking leave of absence after station’s Twitter account targeted him with homophobic slur

The station reportedly continues to investigate the incident.

By Jay Rigdon OnSep 12, 2019 9
Kevin Kietzman

Kevin Kietzman will “part ways” with station in the wake of controversial comments about Andy Reid

This was probably inevitable.

By Jay Rigdon OnJun 28, 2019 3
Kevin Kietzman

Kevin Kietzman apologizes to Andy Reid, Reid’s family, and listeners for comments “that have been interpreted by many as hurtful”

"I want to begin by sincerely apologizing to coach Andy Reid and his entire family for my comments yesterday. What I said has been interpreted by many as hurtful, insensitive and cold. And in hearing from listeners and relistening to what I said, I can understand why."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnJun 25, 2019 0

Tributes pour in for longtime Tampa area sports radio host Steve Duemig

"The Big Dog" entertained Tampa audiences every afternoon for almost three decades.

By Sean Keeley OnMay 16, 2019 0
Mike Francesa

Mike Francesa finally addressed “outrageous misinformation and outright lies” after a three hour wait

It takes a lot to move the Twitter discourse away from a potential Kentucky loss to Wofford, but...

By Jay Rigdon OnMar 23, 2019 6
Josh Innes has been suspended for a feud with former co-worker Adam Clanton. Clanton has been let go.

Controversial radio host Josh Innes’ time at SportsTalk 790 in Houston appears over

On Wednesday, Innes tweeted "Unfortunately the show was terminated today. Budget reasons."

By Sean Keeley OnMar 13, 2019 1

Jim Gray doesn’t like to be asked about his celebrity connections

Jim Gray provided us with one of the most bizarre, entertaining interviews of Super Bowl week.

By Jay Rigdon OnFeb 8, 2019 14

After mocking the practice, Mike Francesa spent a lot of time helping players promote products on Radio Row

A traditional pastime ahead of the Super Bowl sees a parade of current and former NFL players and...

By Jay Rigdon OnFeb 1, 2019 2
Deshaun Watson at the national championship game.

Deshaun Watson calls out ESPN Nashville radio host for criticisms of his national championship game outfit

"My brand is pretty solid JARED!"

By Andrew Bucholtz OnJan 9, 2019 1

Dino Costa may or may not be eventually returning to the St. Louis airwaves

Oh hey, Dino Costa is back in the spotlight.

By Ken Fang OnNov 23, 2018 4

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