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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."

CRB Executive Director RJ Curtis Reflects On CRS 2025

“My takeaways are that while there are a lot of platforms that people use to access Country music, radio is still in the game. We still have a major seat at the table."

The Country Radio Seminar Reminds All That Radio is Alive and Well

"CRS had the full support of Country radio and the Country Music industry. Folks from both sides wanted to be there, knew it was important, and valued the experience."

CRS 2025: Day 3 Takeaways

The third and final day of CRS 2025 in Nashville culminated with a strong mix of sessions, on-site networking, and live performances. Barrett Media’s...

Katie Neal Named Permanent Guest Host For ‘Lon Helton’s Country Countdown USA’

"If Lon had asked me to water his plants when he goes on vacation, I would have been honored. To be entrusted with the role of guest host on ‘CCUSA’ for my friend and mentor is so far beyond that."

CRS 2025: Day 2 Takeaways

Day two of CRS 2025 in Nashville picks up where yesterday left off, with enthusiasm spreading across the entire Country radio format. The industry’s...

For Bobby Bones, Taking Care Of ‘The Bobby Bones Show’ Is Priority #1

"The driver of it all is the 'Bobby Bones Show.' Without that being at a hundred percent, nothing else happens. I also still know that and have to never reprioritize because that's the number one focus."

CRS 2025: Day 1 Takeaways

“Here are some of the notable items from the first day of the Country Radio Seminar.”

Jenny Matthews Steps Down From Q104 Kansas City Morning Show

She has been hosting mornings solo since Todd Nixon's departure last December. The market veteran had been with Q104 since October 2019.

Countdown To CRS 2025: RJ Curtis, CRB Executive Director

The constant message was the educational part; the things that we can bring to attendees that they can take back to the radio station are critical, and the planning and the preparation and strategy behind each session is such that it's useful and it's applicable almost immediately

Elaina Smith To Take Over Hosting Role For Backstage Country

She takes a co-host spot with Country star Riley Green on February 17.

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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."