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The Breakfast Club Goes Live on Netflix Starting June 1

"Do y'all understand what 'Live Globally' really means? Mornings in New York. Daytime in the U.K. and Ghana. Evenings across other parts of the world."

Counting the Ballots on the Dashboard: Turning In-Car Data Into Street-Level Wins

"Lock in every data point, or you leave incredible metrics on the table."

What Scott Shannon Taught Me About Radio, Golf, and Generosity

"When the Stones walked in, disappointment hit me — I knew the conversation was over."

Why SiriusXM Is Investing Heavily in News and Talk Radio

Its portfolio includes properties that reach tens of millions of listeners. That infrastructure doesn't just super serve music fans or sports bettors — it's tailor-made for talk.

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market News/Talk Radio Program Directors of 2025

"A total of 35 program directors appeared on ballots submitted for voting consideration in the Major Market News/Talk Radio Program Directors category."

WJR 760 Names Marie Osborne Director of Community Affairs & News

"She brings a powerful voice and a wealth of experience to this vital role, and I am pleased that she has accepted this new position.”

Why Chris Berry, Ken Charles, Brad Lane, and Ann Thomas Find Value in the BNM Summit

We all have what we think are unique challenges in our home markets and it is important to not only know there are many others with the same challenges, but it is great to learn how they are managing them.

Barrett Media and iMAR Entertainment Partner on the 2025 BNM Summit, 4 More Speakers Join the Lineup

"Barrett Media has partnered with iMAR Entertainment to offer media brands an exclusive opportunity to attend the Summit through 100% barter – no cash required."

760 WJR Detroit Program Director Ann Thomas Shares Several Key Takeaways from the BNM News Summit

The news media industry continues to buzz about the BNM Summit earlier this month. Ann Thomas from Cumulus Media's WJR Detroit, even spoke to...

WJR 760 to Debut New Weekend Show Focused on Education

The show will be hosted by Dr. Robert Livernois who spent 36 years in public education.

760 WJR Adds Renee Vitale, Lloyd Jackson, Jamie Edmonds to Mornings, New Sports Show at Night

"I am pleased that Jamie, Lloyd, Lomas, and Renee have agreed to be part of WJR's great new lineup. They all bring a tremendous amount of experience to WJR..."

Ann Thomas Charts a New Course for WJR

"I do not think radio is dying. I think it’s all about what radio can do and what stations can do to make themselves an important part of the community."

Ann Thomas Named Program Director of WJR, Mike Wheeler Promoted to OM

This move makes Thomas the first female Program Director in the station’s 101-year history.

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Its portfolio includes properties that reach tens of millions of listeners. That infrastructure doesn't just super serve music fans or sports bettors — it's tailor-made for talk.

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