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.

Six Radio Programmers. Six Takes on the Song of the Summer

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"I can't see how it's not Song of the Year at the Grammy's next year."

92 PRO FM’s Bekah Berger is Riding the Real Housewives of Rhode Island Wave

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"I want to replay that moment over and over," she said. "It embodied what Rhode Island should be about — local connections and support for one another."

The Breakfast Club Goes Live on Netflix. Is That Good or Bad for Radio?

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"For all you 'radio is dead' people, one of the biggest streaming companies on earth just said, 'daily live conversation still matters'."

A Competitor’s Classy Send-Off: KS95 Morning Show Honors Dave Ryan’s Exit

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Today is Dave Ryan's final broadcast. We reported his retirement earlier this month. And now, after 33 years at iHeartMedia's 101.3 KDWB, a Twin...

UMG and TikTok Ink New Multi-Year Licensing Deal

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"We look forward to driving innovative new fan experiences, while further improving social media monetization, and protecting and amplifying human artistry.”
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Kaney quickly found a prominent television opportunity after an unexpected exit from Philadelphia.

Every 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit Session Drops Today on YouTube

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"If you log on to our YouTube channel, search 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit under our videos followed by the name of each session."

World Cup Lessons Every Radio Program Director Must Hear

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As we look back at the holiday weekend, the...

David Roberts Reflects on Retirement, Diversity, and the Future of ESPN

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"Working at ESPN, you’re working with arguably the best people in the industry. Because of that, a great deal of our goals were accomplished through collective effort and teamwork. It’s nice to sit back and reflect on the things we accomplished as a team together."