PickleJar Entertainment Group is expanding its national radio footprint through a new broadcast partnership with Local Radio Networks, naming the Michigan-based syndicator its national distribution partner for the overnight country show PickleJar Up All Night.
The deal marks a major step in PickleJar’s strategy. To grow its national presence and strengthen engagement between artists, fans, and stations through technology and storytelling. Under the agreement, LRN will oversee affiliate relations and distribution. Working directly with local and regional broadcasters across the U.S. to expand the show’s reach.
Originating from Nashville, PickleJar Up All Night airs weeknights and features hosts Katie Cook and Scott Gaines. The show blends artist interviews, live performances, and fan-driven interaction through the PickleJar Live App. A digital platform that integrates listener engagement tools, live event content, and social interaction for country fans.
Kristian Barowsky, President and Co-Founder of PickleJar Entertainment Group. She said the collaboration strengthens both the program’s distribution and its mission to connect audiences more closely with artists.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Local Radio Networks to take PickleJar Up All Night to stations across the country,” Barowsky said. “LRN’s infrastructure and broadcast expertise make them the ideal partner to help us deliver our vision of connecting artists, fans, and radio in new and meaningful ways.”
For LRN, the partnership represents a chance to enhance its slate of syndicated programming with a show designed for modern country radio audiences that crave authenticity and interactive content.
“Local Radio Networks is excited to work with PickleJar to syndicate Up All Night nationwide,” said Steve Swick, CEO of Local Radio Networks. “Together, we’ll create a new model for our Country music format affiliates. One that combines PickleJar’s innovative platform with LRN’s proven ability to deliver high-quality 24/7 programming to local broadcasters.”
The collaboration also opens the door for new joint projects. Both companies plan to co-develop additional country music programming and digital experiences. Ones that reflect the genre’s evolving landscape and the changing expectations of fans.
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