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The Industry According To: Kathleen, Kesley, & Chris, Columbia Records

"Relationships matter. Analytics matter. Being able to speak the language matters."

Why TikTok Followers Don’t Equal Radio Talent

"Some creators can. Others simply do not translate."

Tom Brady’s Viral Weekend Was A Business Lesson Sports Media Missed

"Far too many were eager to mock a staged wrestling angle, a promotional appearance, or a calculated branding move that they overlooked what was actually happening."

Why Cumulus Sees Xperi Data as a Big Data Breakthrough for Radio

"We're excited because we feel this is a step forward in using technology to change the way people think about radio. This is really the big data moment for radio, at least as we see it."

Kent Phillips Believes in the Power of AM/FM Radio and Has the Data From FMR Associates to Prove It

"You get this feeling that radio's dying or there's something going on. In reality, it's just been stable."

Why Spotify Should Be Near the Top of the News/Talk Radio Priority List in 2025

Everyone knows the news/talk radio format needs to do something -- anything -- to attract younger audiences. It's time to actually do something about it.

Industry Guest Column: Is the Caller There?

If talk radio is the original social media, ponder for a moment, social media … without comments. It’s like food without spice. Bland.

News/Talk Radio Sees Surge During 2024 4th Quarter, New Nielsen and Edison Research Data Shows

Streaming proved to be a strong avenue for AM/FM radio brands during the final quarter of 2024.

Tom Kraeutler, Longtime Money Pit Host, Dies

An accomplished craftsman, education, and former chair of New Jersey's first regulatory authority for licensing home inspectors, Krauetler's show is heard on more than 450 stations around the country.

A Refresher on How to Cover Donald Trump for News/Talk Radio Stations

Trump wants you to be discussing him constantly. It is a brilliant strategy and his understanding of this is unparalleled. But don’t be a sucker.

Brian Calvert Rose From Northwest Newsradio’s First Ever Hire to Program Director

"Management was never the goal. I always considered myself a storyteller."

The Interview: James T. Harris on 550 KFYI

Harris began the interview by asking what he called "the obvious question." But it wasn't obvious! It was a great question!

NBC News ‘Disappointed’ by Removal of Office Space Inside Pentagon As OAN, Breitbart, NY Post Move In

"Despite the significant obstacles this presents to our ability to gather and report news in the national public interest, we will continue to report with the same integrity and rigor NBC News always has.”

NPR Names Former CBS Evening News Executive Producer Jay Shaylor to Same Role for Morning Edition, Up First

“I’m excited to be joining this iconic broadcast and its companion podcast, Up First, at this critical moment..."

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"We're excited because we feel this is a step forward in using technology to change the way people think about radio. This is really the big data moment for radio, at least as we see it."

A.I. in Radio: Where Is the Uncrossable Line?

"A.I. does not live in local markets, play games at your remotes, connect with listeners, or comprehend what culture you have built inside your cluster."