VSiN is making moves to strengthen its programming department. The Las Vegas based sports betting network has announced the addition of Jon Goulet as its first ever program director.
Goulet arrives in sin city following a five and a half year run as Colin Cowherd’s executive producer at FOX Sports Radio. The stint at FOX was Goulet’s second with Cowherd. The two men also worked together for two years at ESPN Radio in Bristol, CT.
In addition to working with one of the best national talk show hosts at both ESPN Radio and FOX Sports Radio, Goulet has also learned the business on the local level. He enjoyed two years in San Francisco as the executive producer for 95.7 The Game, working with with Damon Bruce, Ric Bucher, Chris Townsend and Aubrey Huff. Prior to moving into sports radio, he worked for rock station WCCC in Hartford, CT. His father Michael Picozzi worked there too, and has spent nearly 50 years in the industry as a Host and Program Director.
“Jon Goulet is one of the most respected names in radio and we’re thrilled to benefit from his industry experience and relationships as we continue to grow our audio capabilities,” said Brian Musburger, founder and Chairman at VSiN. “As the leader in the sports betting audio space, adding Jon will allow us to strengthen our flourishing podcast network and both improve and expand our offerings for broadcast radio.”
Goulet, who will report to VSiN COO Bill Adee, will be counted on to manage the network’s rapidly growing slate of sports betting podcasts and help the network build out its broadcast radio footprint. VSiN exited SiriusXM in December, forming a relationship with iHeartradio. That partnership is off to a fast start with the sports betting network generating strong listening thru podcast consumption. The next area of focus for VSiN is to increase the exposure for its personalities and programs on terrestrial radio. Interested stations can learn more about affiliate opportunities by clicking here.
“To be given the opportunity to join Brian, Bill and the VSIN management team is a great honor,” said Goulet. “VSIN has quickly established itself as the premier sports betting brand by delivering entertaining and informative content on a deeper level than anything I’ve ever heard. I’m excited to work with this talented group, make the product stronger, and help radio operators discover how we can help them grow their business.”
Along with the announcement of Goulet becoming the sports betting network’s first programmer, VSiN also announced that Brian Rogers will receive a promotion. Rogers has been elevated to the role of EVP of Production. In his new role, Rogers will oversee the growth of VSiN’s video programming. He will manage both production and distribution.