97.1 The Fan

Name: 97.1 The Fan
Rating: 3.4752476 (461 reviews)
Author: 97.1 The Fan

By: 97.1 The Fan

Ohio’s Sports Destination

Features & Capabilities

97.1 The Fan is Ohio’s premier sports radio destination, serving passionate fans for over 25 years. This extension connects you directly to the heart of Ohio sports conversations, offering dedicated coverage of Ohio State athletics, Columbus Blue Jackets hockey, and Columbus Crew SC soccer.

Stay updated with live game insights, expert analysis, and exclusive content tailored for Ohio sports enthusiasts. Whether you’re cheering for your favorite teams or looking for real-time updates, 97.1 The Fan is your go-to source to stay engaged with Ohio sports culture.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Sports Entertainment Communication

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Version:

7.19.1 Last updated: 2026-03-17

Version code:

55200

Creation date:

2014-09-15

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.CALL_PHONE Very high risk
android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE Very high risk
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.CHANGE_CONFIGURATION High risk
android.permission.DUMP High risk
android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO High risk
android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW High risk

Size:

103.86MB

Email:

su*****@airkast.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-05

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 256,588 ▼ 879

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Developed by:

97.1 The Fan

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jacapps.wbns

Email:

su*****@airkast.com

Website:

http://www.airkast.com

User Reviews

Users appreciate access to 97.1 The Fan's shows and live sports broadcasts, especially during commutes. However, the app frequently crashes or stops streaming, often when the screen locks or connection fluctuates, requiring restarts. Excessive and untimely commercials interrupt programs, frustrating listeners. Playback controls are unreliable, resetting podcasts unexpectedly. The app also fails to function properly with Android Auto. Overall, users find the app unreliable and inconvenient despite valuing the station's content.

Pros

Provides access to all shows and live sports broadcasts from 97.1 The Fan.
Allows users to listen to the station while driving, appreciated by commuters and drivers.
Offers access to local sports content such as Buckeye sports and OSU sports.
Includes both live streams and podcast episodes from the station’s programming.

Cons

App crashes frequently and stops playing after short durations, requiring frequent restarts.
Audio stream often cuts out unexpectedly, especially when the phone screen locks or signal is interrupted.
Commercials play excessively, including before content starts and interrupting programs mid-segment, causing frustration.
Playback controls like skip ahead and rewind don’t work consistently, and app often resets to the beginning of podcasts.
App fails to work properly with Android Auto, showing a black screen or not functioning. Frequent error messages disrupt listening experience.

Recent reviews

My Guys! Great local programming.

An*****, 2026-04-08

I'd bet the station gets revenue everyone the app is started and the ads play because the app plays for 3-5 minutes then shuts off. I couldn't listen the Cotton Bowl and now it won't let me listen to the Championship without having to restart that app every few minutes. I'm done.