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Derek Papa on KNBR Cutting Greg Papa, Greg Silver: “I Do Not Support These Moves Whatsoever”

"I'm in this business because of him. This past off season was hell. It's been well documented. I didn't know when he was coming back on the mic, and I wanted him to dictate that himself."

Worldwide News Network Launches Weekend Business Reports, WTOP First Affiliate

“WWNN is not simply filling the gap left by the demise of the CBS Radio Network. We’re building something stronger and more relevant for today’s audience."

Forever Media Sells Froggy 104.3 WOGI to Family Life

"Nonprofit radio ownership continues fragmenting the commercial landscape in mid-sized markets"

Magnum Media Buys 3 Wisconsin Stations

“In June, when my Dad was inducted into the Wisconsin Broadcasters Hall of Fame, he spoke in the video about WCOW being the very first radio station he was ever in at age 4."

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.

59th Annual CMA Awards Set For November 19 In Nashville

“The 59th Annual CMA Awards,” is set for Wednesday, November 19, at Bridgestone Arena in downtown Nashville.

Scotty Kay Loves Radio and Its One-On-One Connection

I always thought that everybody has this unique ability to make people happy, and it's our responsibility to use it as much as we can.

Backstage Country’s Elaina Smith: Ask For Forgiveness, Not Permission

“I may have gotten in a little trouble in the beginning, but it was one of those ‘ask for forgiveness, not permission’ situations that actually turned out great,” she says.

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Worldwide News Network Launches Weekend Business Reports, WTOP First Affiliate

“WWNN is not simply filling the gap left by the demise of the CBS Radio Network. We’re building something stronger and more relevant for today’s audience."

Forever Media Sells Froggy 104.3 WOGI to Family Life

"Nonprofit radio ownership continues fragmenting the commercial landscape in mid-sized markets"

Magnum Media Buys 3 Wisconsin Stations

“In June, when my Dad was inducted into the Wisconsin Broadcasters Hall of Fame, he spoke in the video about WCOW being the very first radio station he was ever in at age 4."

Disney Absorbs TikTok Creators Into Streaming Strategy Push

"The best storytellers are fans first—that has always been true at Disney, and today, fans are celebrating our stories in entirely new ways."