The 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit Reveals Its First 22 Speakers
"This event is designed to serve executives, managers, programmers, talent, sales/advertising professionals, and anyone who has an interest in better understanding the audio business."
Is Nielsen Willing to Burn Nationwide Ratings to Save Its Margins?
"We’ve seen the first crack in a 60-year reign of radio audience measurement."
ESPN’s College Football Playoff Formula May Not Work for the Super Bowl in 2027
"For 12 years, ESPN has treated the College Football Playoff National Championship like its Super Bowl. Now, it finally has the real one. That does not mean it should treat it the same."
As ’80s and ’90s Rise in Classic Rock, What’s the Future of ’60s and ’70s?
How do we manage some of the artists and songs that, once upon a time, were the biggest in the format?
Tony Dokoupil Has Already Failed His Promise to Make CBS Evening News More ‘Transparent’ and ‘Accountable’ Than Walter Cronkite
Maybe it's an early rush to judgment, but it's hard to see how he can ever surpass the promises he set out before taking over the venerable newscast.
Where Chris Oliviero’s WFAN Vision of Evolving Becomes Cloudy
"If the focus is truly on evolving WFAN for the future, why return to Carton instead of continuing to build around the lineup announced in 2023."
Have Tony Romo’s Quirks Exposed a Hidden Truth About NFL Commentary
"Romo seems bored, trying to be cute and funny while hoping nobody notices. The truth is out, Tony. The preparation isn’t there. The enthusiasm feels fake."
Why Radio Must Reclaim Political Advertising Before It’s Too Late
Collectively, we need to do a better job explaining what makes our medium appealing to politicians and their ad buyers.
If You Can’t Sell the Rock Radio Brand, Don’t Sell the Rock Radio Brand
Data will remain important for sales. But with more platforms, options, and endless data that isn’t always compatible, the era of purely quantitative selling is fading.
Why Self-Investment Should Never Wait for Anyone Working in Radio
"Self-investment gives you that control back, and that control shouldn’t stop once you have a job."
