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 Bob and Brian Built a Morning Show Dynasty at The Hog

"He gave us two orders. One, be funny. Two, don't piss off the clients,"

What Pizza Hut and Heinz Can Teach Classic Rock Radio Programmers

"Your station can do something Yum Brands and Heinz can't"

How Jodi Koontz Went From Producer to Anchor of a Syndicated Show

"The reason I think it's important to tell that story is because that's the day I learned you have to ask for what you want."

WPDH Turns 50: How a Hudson Valley Classic Rock Legend Is Celebrating

"Not many brands can say they've been around for 50 years consistently the way we have."

X96’s Todd Nuke’Em Explains Why Alternative Radio Must Reclaim Its Pre-Nirvana Roots

"You should not let the Classic Rock station steal U2 from you. That's your band."

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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."