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Meet The Leaders: Keith Dakin, SVP Programming, Connoisseur Media

"We’ve done everything we can to establish our footprint in these local markets. Hire OMs and salespeople and make sure we have morning shows. Now we just got to hope it works. It’s been the big experiment to go back to doing radio the way it was."

Pat McAfee Is Having a Howard Stern-Like Impact on Sports Media

"Howard Stern faced plenty of the same criticism throughout his career. He wasn't universally loved, nor did he need to be. He understood how to make people pay attention, and McAfee has figured out how to do the same in a different era."

The Industry According to: Alex Whiley, Glassnote Records,

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How Conrad Thompson Used Wrestling Nostalgia To Build a Podcasting Empire

"The big challenge with mainstream media is monetizing advertising for wrestling. There is a perception that wrestling fans are low class, uneducated, and low income. That's not reality. I can tell you firsthand because I've done thousands of mortgages for fans of my podcasts."

MSNBC Turns 29: How the Network Flourished After Picking a Side

MSNBC knows exactly what it is. And in today’s fractured media landscape, that alone is a major accomplishment.

Sports Play-By-Play Simulcasts Are Becoming a Problem for Radio

“How can a single broadcaster serve two very different masters?”

How Nielsen Measures PPM Response Rate Panels and Why It Matters for Radio Ratings

Last week, this column covered the concept of response rates for Nielsen radio ratings and how to understand them in the context of the...

20 Brands in 20 Days: Beata Murphy, 102.7 KISS FM Los Angeles

“There is a pie, and as new things come up, the pie doesn't get bigger. The slices, everybody's slice of the pie, gets a little bit smaller.

Radio in the Age of TikTok: Why Quick, Clear Openings Win More Listeners in Hot AC

In the battle for attention, brevity is power. Say it quickly, say it clearly, and say it in a way that makes the listener want more.

One Year Later: Key Takeaways on Music Radio Coverage

Music radio isn’t just about playlists or ratings; it’s about culture, lifestyle, nostalgia, and personality.

Adult Contemporary Needs A Brand, Not Just a Playlist

Just because you're in an Adult Contemporary format does not mean your brand needs to be placed in the background.

Understanding The News/Talk Radio Audience Is Key to Surviving in a Podcast World

If you are not focused on your ideal listener, you are dead.

Hubbard Radio Seattle Names Nick Beyer Vice President and Market Manager

“We are thrilled to welcome Nick back into the Hubbard fold.”

Bruce Logan Named VP/PD for 100.3 The Bull, 95.7 The Spot Houston

Logan was most recently OM/PD for Hubbard West Palm Beach, where he oversaw New Country 103.1 and Classic Hits Sunny 107.9.

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Pat McAfee Is Having a Howard Stern-Like Impact on Sports Media

"Howard Stern faced plenty of the same criticism throughout his career. He wasn't universally loved, nor did he need to be. He understood how to make people pay attention, and McAfee has figured out how to do the same in a different era."

The Industry According to: Alex Whiley, Glassnote Records,

Thank you for checking out The Industry According To....

How Conrad Thompson Used Wrestling Nostalgia To Build a Podcasting Empire

"The big challenge with mainstream media is monetizing advertising for wrestling. There is a perception that wrestling fans are low class, uneducated, and low income. That's not reality. I can tell you firsthand because I've done thousands of mortgages for fans of my podcasts."

10 Thoughts from 13 Years of Radio Consulting

When I was going to Michigan State, radio station...