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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 95.5 WSB PD Pete Spriggs Named to Legends of Georgia Radio Hall of Fame

"It was a blessing to have Cox Radio hand me the keys to work beside such great talent. We all accomplished some great things together.”

Erick Erickson: Covering Trump Assassination Attempt Highlights Value of Live Radio

"I got to cover the news as it happened, let the news speak for itself, and analyze it before doing commentary."

Erick Erickson Leaves Wednesday Show Early for Emergency Surgery

"They were really concerned about the infection. But now I'm headed in the right direction."

95.5 WSB Earns 2 Regional Murrow Awards

The station was named the winner in the Overall Excellence in the Large Market - Radio sector.

95.5 WSB Expands Afternoon Show Hosted by Eric Von Haessler, Moves Sean Hannity to Nights

“Some people tuned in expecting something else. Maybe they’re a little upset. Give us a try. You might like it."

Eric Von Haessler: Why Do We Even Need Debate Moderators?

"The moderator does not need to be a part of the debate and they always are. And it's insane."

Mark Arum: I’d Love to Be a College Commencement Speaker

"You don't have to pay for lodging, food, nothing. I just want an honorary doctorate degree."

Eric Von Haessler: Sometimes My Show Needs to Sound Like the Band on the Titanic

"The poor doomed souls on that ship needed that band to keep on playing. And that's what we'll do."

95.5 WSB Strong Across The Board in Atlanta Winter Ratings Book

In the weekday prime ratings (M-F, 6a-7p), the station finished as the top station in the Persons 35-64 category, garnering a 8.5 share.

Eric Von Haessler: I Have No Interest in Talking About Culture War Topics

"I don't get involved in that sort of stuff anymore."

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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."