Mike Stern

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Mike Stern is a Classic Rock columnist and Features writer for Barrett Media. He has been with Jacobs Media consulting stations in the Classic Rock, Rock, Alternative and AAA world for more than a decade. Prior to that he programmed stations in Chicago, Detroit, Denver Las Vegas and other markets. He also worked as News/Talk Editor for Radio and Records, wrote about Top 40 Radio for Billboard Magazine and had his own radio talent coaching business called Talent Mechanic. 

How ‘Free Beer and Hot Wings’ Built Community by Not Following the Rulebook

"We saw other shows chase after big markets, and get their opportunity. Then hit a bad situation and get kicked to the curb. That wasn’t what we wanted."

What Snoop Dog Can Teach Music Radio About Alternate Broadcasts

To me, it seemed like his reports — and especially his outfits — were one of the best parts of the Milan Cortina Winter Games coverage.

SiriusXM Alt Nation’s Madison Isn’t Afraid To Push Buttons or Listeners Towards New Music

"There’s so much good new music right now. You just have to open your mind to it."

A 15-Year Leap: How Neon 93.1 Is Rewriting the Adult Hits Playbook

It turns out this really is a whole new approach.

The Woody and Wilcox Show Is One of Radio’s Most-Established Family Affairs

"We love each other. That means we can give each other the business without being mean. The dynamic is so familiar to people. When listeners tune in they immediately identify with it."

Breaking

Jacques Doucet, Voice Of The Montreal Expos, Dies At 86

"He was certainly a giant, and his loss is immense."

FOX Sports Unveils College Football Broadcast Teams For 2026 Season

"FOX Sports looks to continue on the momentum from the FIFA World Cup was an exciting year of action beginning week one with the defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers."

Bob Stilson Retires From The Breeze Buffalo Mornings

"Stilson's exit marks another chapter closing for local Buffalo radio."

Family of 93 WIBC’s Matt Bair Releases Statement Following Unexpected Death

"His death was accidental, and we do believe at this time that alcohol was a contributing factor."