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.

Could AI Redefine How Radio Ratings Are Measured?

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AI could take some of the “crazy” out of the system.

How Nielsen Audience Measurement Could Get Cheaper and Smarter By Following This Swiss Method

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When will radio companies get together and tell Nielsen that the current system is not affordable anymore?

Why Leaving the Radio Business on Your Terms Matters Now More Than Ever

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My advice is to think long and hard about it before you make a move, or your employer makes it for you.

Did Nielsen Overlook Radio in Selection of New Chief Client Officer?

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My view is that a Chief Client Officer should work with all clients.

Why Netflix and Amazon’s New Audience Metrics Don’t Pass the Smell Test

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"I agree that the MAV metric is clear and understandable. It’s also a load of cow dung."
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