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.

What Jalen Brunson’s NBA Championship Run Teaches Music Radio Leaders

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"You're allowed to think about the worst possible scenario but then you have to go do something about it."

After 34 Years, WLYF Miami Music Director Gayle Garton Retires

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"Gayle didn't just occupy an office and a chair in the air studio for all those years — she was a valuable contributor."

Should Radio Go Commercial-Free on the 4th of July Weekend?

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"Commercial-free beach afternoons would sound awesome."

Morning Radio Story Arcs — The Strategy Most Shows Are Missing

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"You must involve your listeners so they feel invested and will come back each day to hear what develops."

What Scott Shannon Taught Me About Radio, Golf, and Generosity

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"When the Stones walked in, disappointment hit me — I knew the conversation was over."
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