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 the FCC Killing the TV Ownership Cap Is Closing the Barn Door

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In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?

Is It Time to Abolish the FCC Entirely?

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What's so unusual is the opposition coming from the right, not just the expected criticism from the left.

Can AM/FM Radio Survive the Smartphone-Integrated Car Era?

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This study should be yet another wake-up call for our industry.

Could Cumulus’ Win Over Nielsen Spark the Beginning of the End?

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It won't happen overnight, but the tectonic plates are shifting, and once there's momentum, who knows where it will end.

How the Radio Industry Could Benefit From Academic Research

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There are some very good academics in our universities who could offer new thoughts and ideas. But in my view, the business folks and the teachers don't spend enough time together.
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How a Used Range Rover Made Paul Anderson Radio’s Agent

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"Talent don't need to be coddled...What talent need is an honest partner."

Inside Adam Smith’s Journey From Barstool Sports to 97.5 The Fanatic

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"It was a long recovery. For me and my family's sake, I wasn't even going to tip my toe in the water till I was absolutely ready to come back."

Why Catchphrases Are Not Content: A Radio Veteran’s Warning to Hosts

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The catchphrase is like parsley on your plate at a fine restaurant. It adds a little specialness. The catchphrase should never be the main course.