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"They appear willing to connect and work alongside the people helping audiences discover their music."

"Every radio show or brand is one Lake Powell boat trip away from being replaced by whatever a friend puts on Bluetooth."

"Audiences aren’t sitting around wondering whether they’re consuming a podcast, a video show, a digital broadcast, or creator content. They’re just hitting play."

Podcasting grew up outside the system — no FCC license required, no Nielsen ratings to chase, no program director standing between a creator and their audience. That renegade spirit isn't just lore. It's baked into the DNA of the format.

Social media — where most people are getting their news — is designed like a slot machine. Don't like what you see on your Twitter feed? Pull down, and it'll populate more stuff you care about.

"It's going to be one of the biggest and best media conferences of the year."

"Vacant airtime doesn't build loyalty. Rotating placeholders don't help create identity. And waiting months to make a decision in one of the most competitive content environments imaginable represents something other being the 'worldwide leader.'"

"In homage to Mr. Letterman, here are the Top 10 reasons why it’s good for the media to have the Knicks back in the Finals."

"You cannot pour from an empty cup."

"You must involve your listeners so they feel invested and will come back each day to hear what develops."