Jim Ryan

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Jim Ryan is a Music Radio columnist for Barrett Media. In addition, he runs Jim Ryan Media LLC, a consulting company which assists major market radio brands and top talent including national radio personality Delilah. Prior to relaunching his consultancy in 2025, Jim spent 15 years with Audacy/CBS Radio, serving as SVP of Programming. Among his responsibilities included programming WNEW-FM and WCBS-FM.  His career includes additional programming stops in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Houston. Jim was voted the #2 PD of 2024 in Barrett Media's Top 20 series in the AC category. He can be reached by email at Jim@JimRyanMedia.com.

Hits On The Horizon: One Republic, Ernest, and Mariah Carey

Alex Warren /”Eternity” will be a crowd pleaser at Lollapalooza in Chicago this weekend and is my favorite behind “Ordinary” on his album.

Hot AC Success on a Budget: Music & Promo Hacks

You don’t need a massive budget to achieve meaningful music research and compelling promotions. What you need is creativity, digital savvy, community connections, and strategic focus.

Hits On The Horizon: The Weeknd, Lady Gaga And Thomas Rhett

I really like Lady Gaga / “Garden of Eden,” which has roughly 44 million streams. The song is catchy with lyrics such as “I could be your girlfriend for the weekend, you can be my boyfriend for the night!”

Why Fresh Imaging Is Critical on Hot AC Radio Stations

While the music and personalities draw people in, it’s the imaging that shapes their impression of the brand.

Hits On The Horizon: Shinedown, Matt Maeson, and Conan Gray

I firmly believe Shinedown does not write many bad songs. Get your ears sooner rather than later on “Killing Fields.”

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Why Gordon Borrell Believes Digital Is Winning Over Local Advertisers

“It comes with statistics. You place a radio ad, and the station can’t tell you how many people heard it, how many people liked the ad or liked the program.”

Why Heidi Raphael Returned Home to Lead the New York State Broadcasters Association

“I have met and worked with so many wonderful people. I don’t take that for granted. I’m grateful every single day.”

Bru’s Rocket Ride: From Polka Hour to Coast-to-Coast Radio

"It was one of those places where I really got to mess up and find my voice,"

MLB Network’s Intentional Talk Reversal Proves Connection Is Media’s Most Valuable Currency

"Intentional Talk has become, and continues to be, your favorite baseball player's favorite baseball show."