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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."

Advertising Sales And Creating ‘Deep Footprints in the Sand’

When I worked for AMFM, Inc. I remember meeting with CEO Jimmy de Castro, who talked about creating “Deep Footprints in the Sand.”

Saga Communications and Quu Sign Multi-Year Partnership

Quu Inc. and Saga Communications, Inc., have reached an agreement for Saga’s radio stations to utilize Quu’s technology exclusively. This partnership will enable the...

Saga Communications Sees Slight Dip in 2nd Quarter Revenue

The company saw a net income of $2.5 million, down from $3.55 million during the same window in the previous year.

Saga Communications CEO Chris Forgy Knows Local News is Key to the Company’s Future

"The number one thing people want from media is connectivity. So that's why the local aspect of it is critical."

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.”

Saga Communications Enters Indiana With Purchase of Neuhoff Media’s Lafayette Cluster

“We regretted missing the opportunity to acquire these stations a number of years ago when the Neuhoff family acquired them. These stations are a great fit for Saga."

Saga Communications Elevates Katie Gambill to Lead Local News Sites

Gambill's elevation to this new role comes after serving as the company's President and General Manager at the Clarksville, TN cluster.

Saga Communications Tabs Pat Paxton As Senior Vice President of Content

Paxton spent 22 years working for Audacy. He has also worked for Cardinal Communications, Adventure Communications, and Nationwide Communications.

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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."

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."