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. 

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."

Why Bluey and The Big Bang Theory Prove Classic Rock Radio Hits Don’t Burn

The simple fact is big hits do not burn. And today, my proof comes from outside the industry.

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Bill Simmons Wants ESPN To Keep Troy Aikman, Joe Buck Together: “Just Be In Mutual Hatred”

"I want them to stay together and just be in mutual hatred."

News/Talk Remains America’s Top Radio Format in 3rd Quarter, Nielsen Data Shows

News/talk accounted for 22.1% of all AM/FM station streaming among adults 18 and older. Among the 35+ demographic, that figure increased to 24.2%.

Pew Research: 55% of Americans Say News Media Has Too Much Political Power

Views on traditional news organizations differ considerably along party lines.

BetUS Casino Teasing New Program Potentially Tied To Dianna Russini Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic this spring after Page Six published photos of her with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. Now, several outlets are confirming she is poised for a comeback as soon as next week."