It’s A Great Time For Music Radio To Create Escapism
It’s a great season to create some escapism through music, conversation, and companionship.
Reflecting On The Barrett Media Top 20 Series
"I started the Top 20 series to celebrate the radio business. We do it to show respect to many who are doing outstanding work, but don't always receive the recognition they've earned."
The Mundane Local News People Really Care About (And Where to Find It)
How do you define local news? More to the point, how does the rest of the public define local news?
I don’t propose that we...
Being Let Go by Corporate Media Should No Longer Surprise Anyone
"I’ll let you all discuss the idea that a multibillion-dollar corporation needed to cut my small 6 figure salary in order to keep the lights on."
The Pulse: Seize The Moment, Community Connections, And Radio Industry Happenings
“Pick out something in the news today and tell me how you would “seize the moment.”’
With Data Showing Health of News/Talk Radio, What Are You Doing to Sustain It?
The best performers in any industry will use the old adage, “Just give me a shot.” The audience, based on these numbers, is doing that. What are you doing with that shot?
‘Super Bowl Live’ on NFL Network Gets You Hyped for the Chiefs-Eagles
The Super Bowl airs this Sunday at 6:30 p.m. on FOX, but NFL Network has the pregame fare covered better than any network with 60 hours of live coverage this week.
Lessons To Be Learned From ‘Rock And Roll Invaders: The AM Radio DJs’ Documentary
The jock of the era was as big an attraction on air as the music they spun, with unique on air styles (sometimes personas) publicity stunts and games.
Are You Stuck In Your Own Version Of Groundhog Day
The one item we’re able to control is adapting to change with humility and positivity with an emphasis on the latter.
Why Spotify Should Be Near the Top of the News/Talk Radio Priority List in 2025
Everyone knows the news/talk radio format needs to do something -- anything -- to attract younger audiences. It's time to actually do something about it.
