Bethany Kent

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Bethany Kent is a Music Radio Editor for Barrett Media. She spent nearly 20 years bringing radio to life on stages, across the airwaves, and through unforgettable listener experiences. Her career spans local markets including Providence, Philadelphia, and New York City, most recently serving as National Director of Music Initiatives for Audacy. From producing major live events like HOT 97's Summer Jam to leading strategic national marketing initiatives, she has built a career at the intersection of music, media, and culture. She can be reached at bethany@barrettmedia.com.

Carsen Talks Country Radio, Big D & Bubba, and Life Behind the Mic

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"Country is accessible, relatable, and genuine."

Four Voices, One Theme: MSBC 38 Was About Authenticity

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"I left thinking less about how to simply survive the next chapter of my career, and more about how I want to build one that is sustainable."

Annie Camp on Authenticity, Motherhood, and Solo Mornings in Country Radio

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"I got my job by being exactly who I am - loud, silly, opinionated, personable, and relatable."

Before Pumpkin Spice Hits, Your Q4 Strategy Should Be Set

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"Nobody wants to think about Christmas in August. That's exactly why the stations who do it anyway end up ahead."

From EP to Co-Host: Trevor Marden’s Journey on Q104.3

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"There may only be three people in the studio, but we always act like there are four. The fourth chair belongs to the listener."
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Howard Stern’s HBO Max Deal Is a Win for Everyone Involved

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Audio built Stern's legend, yet television extends it to a generation that discovers shows through streaming platforms rather than satellite dials.

When Artists Die: Streaming Data Tells the Story

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"The genuine shock of losing someone whose voice shaped your entire life. That can't be planned. That's real."

Salem Media’s Allen Power Reflects on 50-Year Radio Career Before Retirement

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"It's bittersweet. What I will do is just be grateful. I'll be grateful for the 26 years with Salem, and the 50 years in the business, and the wonderful people that I've worked with."

How Freezing Cold Takes Turned Sports’ Worst Predictions Into An Entertainment Phenomenon

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"I was only going to use it to mess with people. I did not plan on it being big at all. But it lends to what I do, which is find stuff. And because it’s sports, it makes it that much better for me."