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Worldwide News Network Strikes First International Deal

"This is the first step in building an international network of partners who value trusted, high-quality radio journalism.”

Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

NAB Pushes Back on Automaker Estimates on Cost to Keep AM Radio

The NAB pointed to data from the Congressional Budget Office that estimates the cost closer to $198 million in 2023.

News/Talk Needs to Work With, Not For, the Sales Department

There’s always that fine line between helping the bottom line and doing what’s in the best interests of the station, and ultimately the listener.

News/Talk Radio Hosts All Need Some Resilience

This is probably not the most eloquent or unique thing that you have read on the subject, but hopefully, it allows you to chew through a few things. 

Is One Talk Radio Host Enough?

Solo interviews are what I love most about the radio format; and in my opinion, it’s what separates radio from local or cable news.

News/Talk Radio Can’t Be All Doom And Gloom All The Time

The overwhelming majority of listeners are never going to be upset when you share important life moments with them. It makes you more relatable as a personality...

Talk Radio Needs to Reimagine Call Screening

Allowing listeners on the air does provide a certain risk. It can even be dangerous, exciting, and fun. 

Should You Pay For News/Talk Radio Guests?

If adding targeted, interesting, appointment-listening guests to your station can make a sizable impact on your ratings.

Mastering This News/Talk Radio Skill Can Grow Your Ratings

Imagine being at a diner and a person coming up to greet you and a friend at a table. Do you leave the new person out? No, you introduce your friend and fill the person in on the conversation. 

Michael Berry: Some PDs Hate That I Don’t Talk About the Same Topics As Everyone Else

Michael Berry has been adding affiliates for his nationally syndicated show in recent months. He says with the increased success comes increased scrutiny. During...

AM Radio For Every Vehicle Act Would Only Cost $1M to Enforce

The $1 million figure would be a minuscule amount in the more than $6 trillion dollar current federal government budget.

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Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."