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 Matt Cord Finds Continued Success Stepping Into the Shoes of Legends

"You don't want to be that much different than what it was before. I know this city and the listeners. They are extremely loyal and they don't like change."

How NBC Is Proving Nostalgia Still Works — If You Use It Right in Music Radio

Tapping into heritage talent in your market can make a giant difference in how your station is perceived.

How Mike Calta Morphed From Shock Jock to Tampa Bay’s Dominant Talk Leader

"We had done everything you could possibly do. We pushed the boundaries on sexism and racism. Then when everybody started tightening up, we thought we should probably evolve a little."

What 80s Music Still Teaches Us About Programming Today

The fact is, there is more value in a spin for these titles than there is for “Cheap Sunglasses” or “Wheel in the Sky.”

How Scott ‘Lazlo’ Geiger Built His Church as an Open Book to His Radio and Personal Life

"When I get to go in the studio and close that door, that's when everything else disappears."

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Don Lemon Partnering with Libsyn to Expand Podcast Network

"I'm excited about the reach and resources it unlocks, but most of all that it helps us keep delivering independent journalism without compromise.”

The Wall Street Journal Hires Samantha Henig to Lead Audio and Video

Previously, Henig founded the Audio division at The New York Times, helping build one of podcasting's most influential networks.

SiriusXM Radio Announces All-in-One Audio Subscription for Sports Fans Beginning September 1

"SiriusXM Sports Pass brings that vision to life for sports fans by putting every game and event we carry, hometown voices, national personalities and the daily sports conversation into one simple, affordable subscription."

Ian Rambo Named Fredericksburg Radio Operations Manager

Ian Rambo becomes Connoisseur Media's new operations manager for...