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Mary Berner Can’t Stay Silent on Cumulus Media’s San Francisco Mess With Greg Papa and KNBR

"When markets endure damage like this repeatedly, executives have to look closer at what's going on and set things right."

Four Voices, One Theme: MSBC 38 Was About Authenticity

"I left thinking less about how to simply survive the next chapter of my career, and more about how I want to build one that is sustainable."

Why Politics Isn’t Optional for Clay Travis’ New Sports Media Venture

Clay Travis didn't stumble into politics by accident. He built his entire brand around it, deliberately and consistently, over several years.

Why the FCC Killing the TV Ownership Cap Is Closing the Barn Door

In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?

The Industry According To…Fred Jacobs, Jacobs Media

"I would expect more consolidation in all forms of media and entertainment. The more sources for content, including thousands of YouTube channels, the harder it will be to amass a big audience and make a profit."

Explaining the Biggest Classic Rock Song Most Stations Don’t Play

"There’s no doubt that Christmas music in our formats is a tricky proposition. Between the quality of the available songs and the competition from all-Christmas stations, there’s no easy answer for how to embrace the season from a musical perspective"

Say Thanks to the Biggest Turkeys in Rock and Alternative

"Say no to cranberry, yes to Rock"

Is Classic Rock’s Future Tied To Divorced Dads

"Talking with Classic Rock Program Directors, there is a line in the sand between some types of rock music from the nineties that’s difficult to cross"

How a Springsteen Biopic Teaches Lessons for Classic Rock/Hits Radio

"These thoughts will not only help keep your Classic Rock/Hits station moving in the right direction, they will also save you $40 or more in tickets and concessions"

Did Classic Rock Radio Capture the Spirit of Rush?

"Did Classic Rock radio take full advantage of the moment?"

How the ‘When We Were Young’ Music Festival Proved Emo and Alt-Rock Nostalgia Is No More

"The powers-that-be within the music industry and music airplay can learn a lot from the success of the last four years of When We Were Young Festival"

How Radio Can Turn Nostalgia Into Ratings and Revenue

"There is an opportunity here to tie your brand to things that bring happiness and fun into your listener’s lives."

Connoisseur Media Launches 102.9 The Rattler In Amarillo

"We’re excited to bring the energy and passion of Classic Rock back to our listeners"

Making the Leap to Classic Rock with Dave and Mahoney (Part 1)

“People who grew up loving music from the grunge era are very similar to the people that we see every day interacting with the show that also like CCR and ACDC.”

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Four Voices, One Theme: MSBC 38 Was About Authenticity

"I left thinking less about how to simply survive the next chapter of my career, and more about how I want to build one that is sustainable."

Why Politics Isn’t Optional for Clay Travis’ New Sports Media Venture

Clay Travis didn't stumble into politics by accident. He built his entire brand around it, deliberately and consistently, over several years.

Why the FCC Killing the TV Ownership Cap Is Closing the Barn Door

In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?

20 Brands In 20 Days: Brady Marks, 107.3 Alternative Cleveland

"I was taught a lot at the station, so I'm a big believer in it. I'm a product of it."