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Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
Howard Stern future at SiriusXM uncertain as Jason Whitlock and Donald Trump criticize shock jock's direction
As Howard Stern's future at SiriusXM remains in doubt, controversial sports commentator Jason Whitlock has launched a scathing critique of the radio icon. During a recent episode of his show, Fearless with Jason Whitlock, the 58-year-old labeled Stern 'fraudulent and disappointing,' citing his political shift as a reason for his perceived decline. Stern, 71, has hosted The Howard Stern Show on SiriusXM since 2006. His current five-year, $500 million contract is reportedly set to expire at the end of the year. According to the Daily Mail, Stern is in 'very serious negotiations' with the satellite radio company, with insiders suggesting he may consider a shorter one- or two-year extension—if financial terms can be met. Whitlock, once a fan of Stern's politically incorrect approach, blamed the host's pivot to progressive politics for losing his authenticity. 'He was politically incorrect, a shock jock and the best at that,' Whitlock said. 'And then, this guy pivoted into this woke clown.' He argued that cultural changes driven by the return of Donald Trump made Stern's brand of broadcasting less viable. Former President Trump also commented on Stern's future this week. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump told reporters: 'What happened, he got terminated? When he endorsed Hillary Clinton, he lost his audience.' Trump, who frequently appeared on Stern's show in the past, claimed Stern's downfall began after that 2016 endorsement. Insiders told Daily Mail that Stern's approximately 95-person staff recently learned of his indecision. While he may step away from daily broadcasting, he is reportedly considering selling his show's catalog for replay on SiriusXM's Howard 100 and 101 channels or returning for specials. With no official comment from Stern, SiriusXM, or Andy Cohen—whom Stern is said to believe is being favored—the fate of the 'King of All Media' remains up in the air.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jason Whitlock calls himself 'Sexist Pig' and 'one of the worst people on the planet' after rant against women NBA commentators
Image credit: Fearless with Jason Whitlock Who doesn't support women going shoulder to shoulder with men in sports? Well, there are a few exceptions—like sports columnist Jason Whitlock. He recently voiced his frustration over the presence of female commentators during NBA matches. And before critics could call him out for his conservative stance, he took matters into his own hands, branding himself as a 'sexist pig' and 'one of the worst people on the planet' on his show, Fearless with Jason Whitlock. Jason Whitlock said he was annoyed by female NBA commentators On his show, Jason Whitlock vented specifically about ESPN's female commentators. He was particularly irritated during the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Miami Heat playoff match, saying, 'The Cavaliers were playing the Miami Heat and Candace Parker was squawking in my ear and I'm just like what are we doing here? Half the NBA playoffs, I got women describing the game for me.' Doubling down on his complaints, he added, 'Every time I turn on ESPN there's always a female co-host. A lot of times there's two female co-hosts. Then I turn on the games for men and there's women. And then when I turn on women's sports over there, it's just all women. The women can all do women's sports but men have been somewhat outlawed [from] men's sports.' 'I know I'm a sexist pig, I know I'm one of the worst people on the planet but it just annoyed me,' he said, defensively labeling himself before the internet could respond with its own judgment. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Deion Sanders Rewards Entitlement with Jersey Retirement | Clay Travis & Stephen A. 2028 | Ep 916 Candace Parker, the commentator Whitlock mentioned, is part of TNT's NBA broadcast team. A former basketball player, Parker is widely considered one of the greatest WNBA athletes of all time. She played for the Los Angeles Sparks before retiring in 2024 and transitioning into sports commentary. Also Read: Cameron Brink picks her best dressed at the WNBA draft—and It's not Paige Bueckers Looking ahead, the 2025 WNBA season will begin with pre-season games in May. The league, which previously had 12 teams, is expanding with the addition of a new franchise: the Golden State Valkyries, becoming the 13th team. Last season's champions were the New York Liberty. Some of the biggest names in the WNBA are Margo Dydek, Maria Stepanova, Liz Cambage, Bernadett Hatar, Han Xu and Brittney Griner. Get the latest IPL 2025 updates on Times of India , including match schedules , team squads , points table and IPL live score for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Don't miss the list of players in the race for IPL Orange Cap and IPL Purple cap .
