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The Industry According to Gary Jay, Land Shark Promotion Studio

"Radio cannot afford to become a tired jukebox with 15 minutes of commercials every hour."

Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

Emergency Funding Available For Broadcasters

Through the Foundation’s Emergency Grant Program, a simplified vetting process has been implemented to expedite the disbursement of emergency funds to those in urgent need.

Saga Communications CEO Chris Forgy Elected to Broadcasters Foundation of America Board of Directors

"His input will be valuable as we continue to deliver aid to our colleagues who are in desperate need.”

Broadcasters Foundation of America Set for Annual Giving Day Thursday

More than 1,000 broadcasters have been aided by the organization.

Broadcasters Foundation of America Announces New Award Named After Former Chairman Phil Lombardo

This award, set to debut at the Golden Mic Award Gala in 2025, will honor individuals who embody Lombardo's spirit of philanthropy and steadfast devotion to the Foundation's cause.

Broadcasters Foundation of America Honors Six with Leadership Awards

The honors were bestowed at the Foundation's annual breakfast at the NAB Show in Las Vegas.

Broadcasters Foundation Announces 2024 Leadership and Lowry Mayes Excellence in Broadcasting Awards

The 2024 awards will be presented at the BFOA Annual Breakfast on Wednesday, April 17th at the NAB Show in Las Vegas.

ABC News’ Deborah Roberts Added to Presenters List at Broadcasters Foundation Gala

“It’s going to be a thrilling evening.”

Soledad O’Brien Returning to Host Golden Mic Award Gala for Broadcasters Foundation of America

O'Brien hosted the Golden Mic gala in 2023, her first time leading the event.

Broadcasting + Cable 2024 Hall of Fame Class Announced

The Broadcasting + Cable Hall of Fame Class of 2024 will be inducted at a ceremony at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York on Thursday, September 26th.

Citadel Communications CEO and Broadcasters Foundation Chairman Emeritus Phil Lombardo Dies

In lieu of flowers, Lombardo's family has asked that donations be made to the newly created Phillip J. Lombardo Memorial Fund, established by the Broadcasters Foundation to honor the legendary executive's work in the field.

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"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

How Matt Barrie Is Prepared To Tackle the Challenge of Hosting SEC Nation

"If you're a college football junkie like I am, there are few jobs with ESPN that scratch that itch. SEC Nation is one of them."