Ron Harrell

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Ron Harrell is a columnist for Barrett Media. He founded Harrell Media Group, specializing in radio and audio brand consultation, fractional management, and talent coaching. He has worked in every role on the Programming and Branding side during his career, becoming management and executive-focused in the post-Telecom Act era. Ron has held leadership roles for media groups such as ABC/Citadel, CBS Radio, Chancellor Media, Cumulus Media, Hope Media Group, Hubbard Broadcasting, and WAY Media. 

Interested parties are invited to learn more about his company Harrell Media Group and reach out by email at Ron@HarrellMediaGroup.com.

Content Creators And Seizing The Moment

Last week, it became one of those crescendo events when DJ Cassidy, the DNC staff entertainer for the four-day political festival, created and revived the moment with music. 

Why Your Radio Station Needs a ‘Director Of Cool’

“What is this D.O.C.?” he asked. I explained it was the Director of Cool, a full-time employee with no other duties—no air shift, music scheduling, production, or marketing/promotions responsibilities—nothing.

It’s Merry Christmas Time.. In August

How do we prepare and freshen our brand’s purpose during the Holidays? Consider Clark Griswold’s search for the perfect tree in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.

Is There A Lesson For Radio From CBS News

The Tiffany Network will program an ensemble cast from New York led by CBS News veterans John Dickerson and Maurice DuBois, with a prominent role from Washington, D.C., by Face the Nation anchor Margaret Brennan.

Communicating and Navigating Ratings Wobbles

Programmers and Brand/Content leaders would have better blood pressure and fewer forehead wrinkles if we could respond to the wobbles as we react to the stock markets by saying, “Wow.”

Breaking

Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

Gracie Awards Open Nominations for 2027 Ceremony

"We look forward to honoring the content that moved audiences in 2026 and continuing the Gracies’ long-standing investment in the people who will shape what comes next.”