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YouTube Is Changing the Rules Again: What it Means For Broadcasters and Brands

"The playing field for platform dominance only gets harder from here."

Inside Jarrett Payton’s Decision to Leave WGN and Join 104.3 The Score

"When I'm speaking, I hope I'm speaking for the fans. Hopefully when you do say something, you have a loud enough microphone that you're being heard. If I'm being heard, the fans are being heard as well."

Bobby Bones Reveals Top 40 Most Influential Radio Personalities

I can acknowledge the impact of all of them in my lifetime. I'd have to put them at the top of any list.

Fox News Wins Big With Karoline Leavitt, But Does She Win Too?

For Fox News, the hire is a clear win. For Leavitt, the picture gets murkier. Her talents are undeniable, but the landing spot might not showcase them.

A Guide To Reviving Coaching for Radio Talent and Programmers

"Coaching is vital to the survival of our business. Jump on THAT train the first week of 2026 if you’re not already coaching. That means – now."

Rob Creighton Joins Hi-99 Following Departure From Townsquare Media

"Thanks to the team in Terre Haute for making me feel welcome, and Tim Huelsing for thinking of me. Glad to be working for you again!"

ICA Broadcasting Debuts Hot Country 107.3 in Corpus Christi Following Holiday Format Flip

"John Cruz will host the morning drive on the new Hot Country format, while cluster General Manager Kelly Morgan—who also handles mornings on sister Classic Rock station 104.5 The Eagle—will lead the afternoon shift."

101.1 Big Buck Country Debuts in Greenville

“We’re expanding our offerings while keeping the personalities and music our audience loves."

98.9 The Bull Morning Host Fitz to Exit

"After being limited to quick ramps and voice-tracked breaks, I'm ready for more."

Steve Rickman, Geoff Cole Announces Departure From Fox FM

"I was told I was too expensive and the station couldn’t afford my show. Ownership wants to have a music morning DJ/show with very little talk"

Cumulus Launches 3rd Country Station in Dallas With Debut of Country Legends & Texas Classics 93.3 HD2

The station signed on the air at Noon on Monday with "Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind" by George Strait serving as the first song.

Connoisseur Media Elevates Drew Walker to Mornings, Leah Andersen to Afternoons on Free Country 98.3 & 102.3

"This station has been my passion project from day one, and I’m grateful for the chance to help lead its next chapter"

Rowdy Yates Plots Free Christmas Specials For Country Radio Stations

For the first time, he'll produce "Rowdy on the Rise", his daily morning show, as a free program for stations seeking content in morning drive as hosts take time off around the nation.

Premiere Networks Announces ‘After Midnite With Granger Smith’ Christmas Special

"After MidNite with Granger Smith Presents: A Smith Family Christmas Special, features conversations with Country music stars, including Miranda Lambert, Cole Swindell, Zach Top, Ella Langley, and others"

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Inside Jarrett Payton’s Decision to Leave WGN and Join 104.3 The Score

"When I'm speaking, I hope I'm speaking for the fans. Hopefully when you do say something, you have a loud enough microphone that you're being heard. If I'm being heard, the fans are being heard as well."

Bobby Bones Reveals Top 40 Most Influential Radio Personalities

I can acknowledge the impact of all of them in my lifetime. I'd have to put them at the top of any list.

Fox News Wins Big With Karoline Leavitt, But Does She Win Too?

For Fox News, the hire is a clear win. For Leavitt, the picture gets murkier. Her talents are undeniable, but the landing spot might not showcase them.

Why The Broadcast Booth Is Radio’s Next Untapped Digital Opportunity

"The radio booth has always been one of the most authentic places in sports media. If radio broadcasters are willing to go the extra mile to put cameras in the booth, they should go the added mile and stream those booths live."