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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."

105.7 The Fan Adds Tim Allen for Expanded Milwaukee Brewers Programming

"Tim has long been synonymous with Brewers postgame radio, and bringing him back underscores how serious we are about delivering content that resonates locally."

Sports Media Game-Changing Predictions for What’s Coming in 2026

"As 2026 approaches, one thing is clear: sports media will continue to evolve at a relentless pace."

Audacy Officially Launches Wisconsin Sports Radio Network With 105.7 The Fan Serving as Flagship Station

"With The Fan leading the charge and these powerhouse affiliates joining forces, fans from Green Bay to Duluth can now experience the best local sports conversation anywhere in Wisconsin"

Audacy Launches Wisconsin Sports Radio Network as State-Wide Stations Flip Following iHeartMedia Cuts at 97.3 the Game

"Left over staff and programming from 97.3 The Game currently remains on iHeart stations 1070 The Game in Madison and WBIZ 1400AM in Eau Claire, it is no longer carried by iHeart’s remaining Milwaukee sports station, The Big 920"

105.7 The Fan Announces New Revamped Local Lineup Beginning September 22

"As we celebrate the station’s 20th anniversary, we wanted to match our listeners’ passion by assembling the dream team here at The Fan"

105.7 The Fan Host Ed Norris Returns to ‘Big Bad Morning Show’ With Update On Cancer Diagnosis

"All the margins are clear and the lymph nodes are negative, which means all the cancer is out.”

Barrett Sports Media Top 20 of 2024 – Mid Market Sports Radio Stations

"A total of 51 sports stations were eligible for voting consideration in the Mid Market Sports Radio Stations category."

Barrett Sports Media Top 20 of 2024 – Mid Market Program Directors

"A total of 47 program directors were eligible for voting consideration in the Mid Market Program Directors category."

Barrett Sports Media Top 20 of 2024 – Mid Market Afternoon Shows

"A total of 54 shows were eligible for voting consideration in the Mid Market Afternoon Shows category."

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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."