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ESPN’s Latest Layoffs Continue the Slow Death of Sports Media’s Middle Class

"After 30 years in sports media, the most valuable lesson I've learned is also the simplest. The audience falls in love with people. The business falls in love with numbers, and the numbers always win."

The Subscription Question Hanging Over SiriusXM’s Deal With Audacy

"The real challenge isn't adding great content. It's convincing consumers to change habits they've spent years developing. Netflix is learning in real time that paying for exclusive access to content people already enjoy elsewhere doesn't automatically persuade them to open their wallets. SiriusXM now faces a similar test."

92.5 WXTU’s Nicole Michalik Discusses Crossing Over From Pop to Country

"If vinyl records can have a sexy comeback so can radio."

Discovery Channel’s Shark Week Holds a Radio Strategy Secret

Shark Week works because it's built, engineered, and marketed

Why News/Talk Radio — From the C-Suite to the Producer’s Booth — Should Lead the Push to Reverse TikTok Ban

If you like revenue, ratings, and relevance, TikTok is a tool, not a competitor, and not something to fear.

Salem Media Group Rebrands 1400 The Patriot to 92.7 The Answer in Detroit

With the change to the new FM home, the station takes on similar "The Answer" branding many of the company's other conservative news/talk stations utilize.

MSNBC President Rashida Jones to Exit, Rebecca Kutler Named Interim President

Jones has served in the role for the past four years, but told executives and employees at the outlet the time was right to consider other roles after the network has seen a drop in ratings since the 2024 presidential election.

101.7 The Truth Names Sean Thompson New Director of Content, Shuffles Daily Lineup

"We’re excited to welcome Sean back to the Good Karma Brands team."

3 Tips for News/Talk Radio Hosts as the Legislative Session Approaches

We have a simple job. We need to reflect on the concerns, lives, and interests of our audience.

How Erick Erickson Grew His National Profile While Staying Atop the Atlanta Radio Ratings with 95.5 WSB

"I'm still at a point where I can give everybody what they need."

The Interview: Bill Cunningham on 700 WLW

Dubbed as "The Great American," Cunningham has been known to ask tough questions of political leaders at the city, state, and national levels.

Rachel Maddow to Return to MSNBC Nightly During First 100 Days of Donald Trump Presidency

Maddow shared that the request for the show came directly from MSNBC President Rashida Jones.

Northwest Newsradio Names Brian Calvert as Program Director

Calvert will replace Frank Lenzi, who departed Northwest Newsradio late last year to become the News Director at crosstown KIRO.

Will Cain Tabbed to Replace Neil Cavuto in Fox News Daily Lineup

"Will Cain brings years of experience to the 4 PM hour as an accomplished broadcaster and a lawyer and we look forward to adding his insights to what will no doubt be another historic news cycle ahead this year.”

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The Subscription Question Hanging Over SiriusXM’s Deal With Audacy

"The real challenge isn't adding great content. It's convincing consumers to change habits they've spent years developing. Netflix is learning in real time that paying for exclusive access to content people already enjoy elsewhere doesn't automatically persuade them to open their wallets. SiriusXM now faces a similar test."

92.5 WXTU’s Nicole Michalik Discusses Crossing Over From Pop to Country

"If vinyl records can have a sexy comeback so can radio."

Discovery Channel’s Shark Week Holds a Radio Strategy Secret

Shark Week works because it's built, engineered, and marketed

New Game Lets Radio Pros Win the Ratings War

"The way that the game is developed, the FCC ownership regulations match the time. It gradually loosens to what we have today,"