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Sports Radio Can’t Develop Talent If Programmers Are Too Busy Becoming Talent

"Programming is supposed to be about developing talent, building brands, creating opportunities and preparing the next person to take the next step. When the person responsible for doing those things becomes part of the talent lineup, the priorities inevitably become blurred."

SuperTalk 99.7 WTN, Matt Murphy Delivered Broadcast Excellence on Dolly Parton’s Passing

Dolly Parton gave America so much for so long. It's only fitting that her hometown station gave her the send-off she earned.

20 Brands in 20 Days: Eric Wellman, Q104.3

"The playlist spans from Elton John to Linkin Park — a four-generation bandwidth that most radio formats wouldn't dare attempt."

How Rece Davis Plans To Build on College GameDay’s Legacy Ahead of a Historic 40th Season

"The fact that they’ve decided that we’re worthy of their time and attention over the years is something I’m very grateful for."

Tony Randall Named New Afternoon Drive Host on Kat Country 103

"I’m beyond excited to rejoin the Cumulus family and return to California! And I'm so grateful to Andy Winford I’m going to buy him that pony he's been wanting"

Country Radio Seminar Reveals Digital Music Summit Will Make A Return In 2026

"The Digital Music Summit has become one of the most anticipated elements of CRS each year"

Kyle Matthews Leaving Q104 After Joining Station in February

"I’m officially on the lookout for my next role. If you know of a great fit, I’d love to connect! We’re grateful, hopeful, and ready for whatever’s next"

Why Your Hot AC Station Should Be More Personality, Less Jukebox

"If a listener just wants music, they’re not coming to radio anymore"

‘CT40 with Fitz’ Rings Out Summer with Labor Day Special

In addition to the music, CT40’s So Long Summer will spotlight the artists and moments that defined the season.

Country Radio’s Third Rail: Politics Is Off Limits

Let’s begin with something that I believe would be hard pressed to find anyone who would disagree. Political content is the third rail of Country...

Hits On The Horizon: Lainey Wilson, MGK And Giveon

Lainey Wilson / “Somewhere Over Laredo” is on the way to being another super smash, judging by all the early believers at radio!

Hannah Lane’s Career Began With Tickets To Morgan Wallen

"I sat in the nosebleeds at Morgan Wallen, and it was the best night of my life. That is how my radio career started.”

Imaging Can Make Country Radio Uber Local

One of the best local pieces I have ever heard came from Marci Braun and US99 in Chicago.

Townsquare VP Of Country Doug Montgomery Is Retiring

Doug Montgomery, Townsquare Media Vice President of Country Music Programming & Content, is retiring on July 31.

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SuperTalk 99.7 WTN, Matt Murphy Delivered Broadcast Excellence on Dolly Parton’s Passing

Dolly Parton gave America so much for so long. It's only fitting that her hometown station gave her the send-off she earned.

20 Brands in 20 Days: Eric Wellman, Q104.3

"The playlist spans from Elton John to Linkin Park — a four-generation bandwidth that most radio formats wouldn't dare attempt."

How Rece Davis Plans To Build on College GameDay’s Legacy Ahead of a Historic 40th Season

"The fact that they’ve decided that we’re worthy of their time and attention over the years is something I’m very grateful for."

Did Radio Talent of the Past Make a Bigger Impact?

"The greatest radio personalities weren’t merely voices coming through a speaker. They were bigger than life and became part of people’s lives."