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. 

Why 98 Rock’s Abe Kanan Believes in Live Radio

For a long time, having a one-person morning show was thought of as giving up on the daypart. A solo host would immediately be...

What Music Radio Can Learn from Coach Mike Ditka

“If you showed loyalty and honesty you’d get it back tenfold.”

How KUTX Turned Connection Into Ratings Success in Austin

“People will say, ‘I don't like that one song you're playing,’ but they don't leave because they want to know what's coming up next.”

What Radio Can Learn From Russian Cover Band Leonid and Friends

"Promoting an event or remote in an area you rarely go to will bring out the station’s biggest fans'

How Mistress Carrie Went From WAAF to Four Stations

"I was Mistress Carrie from WAAF. It was like, my first name was Mistress Carrie, my last name was from WAAF. When the 'from WAAF' was gone, I didn't know what Mistress Carrie meant."

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Spotify Expands United Airlines Partnership With Personalized Seatback Streaming

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Texas Radio Hall of Fame to Induct 2026 Class of Broadcasters November 7

This year's honorees represent decades of contributions to broadcasting across Texas.

Fat Joe Brings Hip-Hop Heavyweights to NPR Tiny Desk Concert

"The Bronx rapper delivered an energetic performance featuring several longtime collaborators and music from his latest album."

ESPN Digital & Social Reaches Record 236.5 Million Users in September

"ESPN's record digital audience reflects progress toward its broader strategy of reaching sports fans beyond traditional television."