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The Industry According to Gary Jay, Land Shark Promotion Studio

"Radio cannot afford to become a tired jukebox with 15 minutes of commercials every hour."

Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

Former 104.5 The Zone Morning Host Mark Howard Dies at 65

Howard joined The Zone, 104.5-FM in the Music City in 2004 when he co-hosted the Wake Up Zone with Kevin Ingram and Frank Wycheck.

Meet The Market Managers: Allison Warren, Cumulus Media Nashville

"We really felt like we wanted to build a radio station and find a PD for what was around the bend. We think we accomplished that."

Barrett Sports Media’s Top 20 Mid Market Sports Radio Stations of 2021

"A total of 57 sports radio stations were eligible for voting consideration in the Mid Market Sports Radio Stations category."

104.5 The Zone Shines In Nashville Summer Book

"Mickey Ryan and Blaine Bishop in particular stood out, finishing 2nd in their slot during all three months during the book."

104.5 The Zone Enjoys Big Gains in Nashville Winter Book

"Though change has been a part of the narrative surrounding 104.5 The Zone's programming changes, one thing hasn't changed, local listeners still love the radio station."

Barrett Sports Media’s Top 20 Mid Market Sports Radio Stations of 2020

"As decided by radio industry executives, here are the Top 20 Mid Market Sports Radio Stations of 2020."

Barrett Sports Media’s Top 20 Mid Market Afternoon Shows of 2020

As decided on by radio industry executives, BSM reveals the Top 20 Mid Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows of 2020.

Barrett Sports Media’s Top 20 Mid Market Midday Sports Radio Shows of 2020

The BSM Top 20 of 2020 rolls on, as we recognize the best in sports radio for the sixth year, one which none of...

BSM’s Top 20 Mid Market Sports Radio Stations of 2019

"A look at BSM's Top 20 Mid Market Sports Stations as voted on by sports radio professionals."

BSM’s Top 20 Mid Market Program Directors of 2019

"A look at the Top 20 Mid Market sports radio programmers for 2019."

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Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

How Matt Barrie Is Prepared To Tackle the Challenge of Hosting SEC Nation

"If you're a college football junkie like I am, there are few jobs with ESPN that scratch that itch. SEC Nation is one of them."