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.

Ya Can’t Teach Give a Sh*t: Why Your Best People Deserve Better

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"The ones who actually give a sh*t are the ones carrying your culture right now, and they need your support now more than ever."

92.5 WXTU’s Nicole Michalik Discusses Crossing Over From Pop to Country

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"If vinyl records can have a sexy comeback so can radio."

How Four Radio Stations Covered Jay-Z and Noah Kahan

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Two cities, two overlapping weekends, seven sold-out shows. Four stations made sure their city didn't miss a beat.

From iHeartMedia Layoff to New Beginnings: Inside Ms EKlass’s Next Move

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"Radio gave me an amazing platform, but entrepreneurship reminded me that I create value wherever I go."

Inside “Straight Outta Hip Hop”: Five Takeaways From a Candid Summit Panel

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"Radio's gonna come back, and it's gonna slap back."
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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."