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.

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.”

Six Summer Radio Promotions That Don’t Suck

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"Summer is prime time for radio stations to get off their butts and into the community."

Country Radio Broadcasters Names 2026–2027 CRS Agenda Committee Leadership

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"We have an outstanding group of professionals representing radio, streaming, artist management, labels, media, technology, and beyond."

Spotify and UMG Launch AI Tool for Fan Covers

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"Solving hard problems for music is what Spotify does, and fan-made covers and remixes are next."

Jon Stone Launches BIA Records With Artist-First Vision

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"As an artist myself, I know what it's like to have your art not be supported in the way that you believe it should be."
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Why Broadcast Radio Will Never Get Its Fair Share of Political Advertising Dollars

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Political advertising was never built as a meritocracy, and campaigns don't always spend where the numbers point them. They spend where the instinct — and the image — feels safest.

How “Swagu” Marcus Spears Built His Second Career at ESPN

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"My wife and my kids will forever be the priority. I’ll literally walk away from anything if I felt it was a detriment to them and my family. I got the greatest job because I don’t get flack from my bosses knowing what’s most important to me."

Why The Tennessee Titans Pulling Jared Stillman’s Credential Needs More Specifics

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"Professional franchises don’t have to agree with a media member. They don’t have to like the questions being asked or the opinions being offered. But when a credential is pulled immediately after pointed criticism and no explanation is provided, it creates the appearance that a dissenting voice is being punished for being dissenting."

Why The Conclave Wanted a Final Farewell After 45 Years

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"Just come to Minneapolis. Remember the good times and bring in some new ones. That's all I'm asking. Bring along your ideas."