Dr. Ed Cohen

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One of the radio industry’s most respected researchers, Dr. Ed Cohen writes a weekly business column, heavily focused on ratings research for Barrett Media. His career experiences include serving as VP of Ratings and Research at Cumulus Media, occupying the role of VP of Measurement Innovation at Nielsen Audio, and its predecessor Arbitron. While with Arbitron, Cohen spent five years as the company's President of Research Policy and Communication, and eight years as VP of Domestic Radio Research. Dr. Ed has also held the title of Vice President of Research for iHeartMedia/Clear Channel, and held research positions for the National Association of Broadcasters and Birch/Scarborough Research. He is adjunct faculty in the Department of Broadcast Communications at Western Kentucky University and welcomes your thoughts. Reach him by email at doctoredresearch@gmail.com.

Why It’s Time for Nielsen and the Radio Industry to Reimagine Ratings

When your career prospects are contingent on whether someone wears a watch on a given day or a near-illiterate draws a line in a paper diary, that’s an unusual way to make a living.

Is AM/FM Radio Still Worth It For Listeners Despite the Commercial Conundrum?

It’s a wonderful research question without a conclusive answer.

Nielsen Channels Lynyrd Skynyrd With ‘Gimme 3 Years, Gimme 3 Years, Mister’

Until Nielsen discovers that “it ain’t no fun staring straight down a forty-four” (figuratively, not literally), I expect we’ll be seeing Nielsen back at The Jug again, looking for more ways to cut costs.

Can Nielsen Fix Its Data Processing Problems?

This is troubling, and in my view, Nielsen owes the industry an explanation.

Can Broadcast Media Compete With YouTube While Wearing the FCC Muzzle?

There will always be a market for “clean” entertainment, but a “no-holds-barred” sports talk show on broadcast radio would probably have a following.

Breaking

Tom Corson Elevated to WMG Chief Operating Officer

"One of the most dynamic, respected, and effective executives in the music business."

Audacy to Shut Down 840 KXNT in September

"This wasn’t an easy decision.”

Chris Carlin: CBS Sports Possibly Attempting To Get Out Of Contract With Tony Romo

"Is Tony Romo ever going to call its game again for CBS? I think if you asked them today, their preference is no, and they would like to get out."

Spotify Campaign Lift AI Tool Justifies Discovery Mode Royalties

"Discovery Mode has drawn criticism as streaming payola since launch."