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.

Why Bob Pittman Deserves to Headline the Radio Hall of Fame Class of 2026

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"Also in this year's class are legendary NFL star Boomer Esiason and Helen Little. "

The Eagles at The Sphere Proves the Classic Hits Format Still Dominates

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"Songs that are 50 years old are now suddenly favorites of people much younger."

Music Industry Politics: Avoiding Celebrity Political Commentary Mistakes

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"We live in a very divided world right now."

Radio’s Fall Holiday Playbook For Programmers And Promotions

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"Be able to enjoy the fall holidays as much as your listeners do."

Music Radio Playlist Strategy: September Refresh and Optimization

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"Everyone should know the exact target audience of your station and which benefits are important to be selling."
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