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Trend Jacking: The Low-Cost Marketing Strategy Radio Needs Right Now

"One word of caution: do not jack what you do not understand."

Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon on 30 Years of Rock’s Most Underrated Band

"I think we were just able to paint this portrait of that in time, in real time."

The Digital Cul-de-Sac: How Algorithms Are Limiting Music Discovery

"The algorithm is no longer just helping listeners find music. In many cases, it is deciding what discovery even means."

What Does the Future of OutKick Look Like Without Clay Travis

"In today's media landscape, audiences don't simply follow websites. They follow people. They invest in personalities, perspectives, and voices they trust."

WGN Radio Inks Bob Sirott to Contract Extension

“Management has given me a terrific on-air and behind-the-scenes team, plus freedom to do whatever I want.”

The Interview: Bob Sirott on WGN Radio

Just because I didn't expect this outcome doesn't mean it was bad. And I always say "Different isn't bad. It's just different."

Former WGN Radio Vice President/General Manager Dan Fabian Dies

Dan Fabian served in the role for the venerable news/talk station from 1986 until his retirement in 1996.

For Ray Stevens, It’s Time to Focus All of His Energy on WLS-AM 890

"I loved my time at KCMO. I will miss the very loyal listeners ... It's time to make WLS great again!"

Ray Stevens Exits KCMO to Focus on WLS-AM 890, Kevin Kietzman to Replace Him

Stevens has been hosting mornings at WLS-AM 890 since replacing Steve Cochran in June.

WLS-AM 890 News Anchor Bret Gogoel Departs Amid Cumulus Media Layoffs

"Though I want to be mad, I'm more thankful to the station for giving me my start in the industry nearly 8 years ago."

WGN Radio Afternoon News Anchor Steve Bertrand Reveals Parkinsons Diagnosis

He said that the progression of the disease has been "remarkably slow."

WGN Radio Anchor Vikki Kokuzian Exits

"Everybody's been so supportive and so amazing."

WGN Radio Inks Weekend Host Lou Manfredini to Extension

“We are delighted that Lou will be with us for his 30th year and beyond.”

WGN Radio Host John Landecker Adding ‘Wednesdays with Whit’ From PBS Host Whitney Reynolds to Show

The 38-year-old Reynolds hosts a nationally syndicated talk show on PBS, which originates from Chicago

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Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon on 30 Years of Rock’s Most Underrated Band

"I think we were just able to paint this portrait of that in time, in real time."

The Digital Cul-de-Sac: How Algorithms Are Limiting Music Discovery

"The algorithm is no longer just helping listeners find music. In many cases, it is deciding what discovery even means."

What Does the Future of OutKick Look Like Without Clay Travis

"In today's media landscape, audiences don't simply follow websites. They follow people. They invest in personalities, perspectives, and voices they trust."

How Daniel Cormier Is Approaching Calling UFC Freedom 250 as a Landmark Moment for the Sport of MMA

"As a guy that's represented the country in wrestling and the things that I've done, I've always wanted to go to the White House. Now, I have an opportunity to do it. Plus, to do it with fighting and representing the UFC. That's crazy to me."