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Jeff Lynn serves as Editor of Barrett Media’s Music Radio coverage. Prior to joining Barrett Media, Jeff spent time programming in Milwaukee, Omaha, Cleveland, Des Moines, and Madison for multiple radio groups, including iHeartMedia, Townsquare Media, NRG Media, and Entercom (now Audacy). He also worked as a Country Format Editor for All Access until the outlet shut down in August 2023.
To get in touch with Jeff by email, reach him at Jeff@BarrettMedia.com.
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Sports Radio
Ron Wolfley Stepping Down From Analyst Role on Arizona Cardinals Radio Broadcasts
"Not only was Wolf a great broadcast partner for the last 20 years, but a great friend,"
Fred Toucher: ‘Pat McAfee Sucks, and If You Listen to Him, You’re an Idiot’
"Once you work for the Disney company, any cool, rebellious factor that you might be hanging on to is long gone."
Mike Bacsik Hosts Final Show on 105.3 The Fan, Including Surprise Guest Appearance by Norm Hitzges
"As I close it out here, thank you to everybody who’s listened to me throughout the years..."
Boomer Esiason: I Don’t Think I Would Have Enjoyed Hosting in Afternoons as Much as Morning Drive
"I like this format a hell of a lot better."
Jon Jansen: Everybody Thinks Stephen A. Smith ‘Must Know Something’ If He’s Talking NBA
"He had to start off with a little bit of credibility, and then he ruined it all by saying, ‘These are all Troy Weaver’s players.'"
Sports Columns
Creativity is the Key to Survival in Sports Radio – Stop Playing It Safe and Start Thinking Big
This really isn't that hard. 'Talent' are supposed to be some of the most creative people in the world.
‘MLB Tonight’ Not Losing Its ‘Fastball’ During The Offseason
"Kenny and Plesac are the perfect snack for baseball-starved fans."
Breaking Barriers: What ESPN Did That Sports Radio Couldn’t
"I challenge any radio broadcasting company with any media rights partnership to attempt to replicate how Jimmy Pitaro built and positioned ESPN "
Sports Radio’s Mistake From the User Generated Content Boom
“When everything’s a math problem, creativity and quality don’t matter. If creativity and quality don’t matter, then why employ anyone at all?”
Does Anyone Want to Own a Radio Station?
In April of 2012, ESPN began leasing an FM...
Sports Television
Texas A&M Signs 15-Year, $515 Million Dollar Multimedia Rights Deal with PlayFly
“We are entering a new era of collegiate athletics, and Texas A&M is positioned to be a strong leader,”
‘Hard Knocks’ Selects the University Of North Carolina: Report
"This will mark Belichick’s first appearance on the NFL Films series, as the Patriots were never featured during his 24-year tenure with the team"
Stephen A. Smith: LeBron James Comments About the Media ‘Are BS’
“I’m sick and tired of them acting like everybody’s talking bleep about them all the damn time.”
MLB in Media Rights Discussions with Netflix, Amazon, Comcast: Report
"The current agreement with ESPN is set to expire at the conclusion of the 2025 MLB season"
Molly McGrath: ‘Trying to Be an Insider for Context’ Rather Than Breaking News
"I just want them to trust me and know that I’m not going to spill their secrets or tweet anything out."
News Radio
77 WABC Adds David Paterson to ‘Left vs Right’ with James Flippin
“I am thrilled to be a part of the permanent WABC Radio line-up and to represent the left side of things.”
Cumulus Media CEO Mary Berner: Exit of Dan Bongino ‘Will Be An Additional Headwind’
“In the meantime, we are working on programming to fill the void."
How News/Talk Radio Leaders Advance the Story After Breaking News Happens on Their Station
"Responsible talk hosts always have two targets: to update listeners with the latest facts and to allow the audience to react in a nationally broadcast town hall meeting without devolving into conspiracy theories of fearmongering."
The Radio Industry is Conflicted On Whether Westwood One is Still Committed to News/Talk Radio Format
"The commitment to providing top-of-the-line news and talk radio content remains and will always be there, I think."
Dan Bongino Announces Plans for New Media Company, Guest Host for Show After Joining FBI
"It's going to be divorce for me, but we're setting the foundation for something that'll last. We'll have some big announcements coming soon."
News Columns
News Media Members Are Going Through Overcorrections and Real Journalists Will Suffer
Algorithms are only amplifying voices on the extreme left or right because this is what keeps people engaged and clicking.
What News/Talk Radio Hosts Should Copy From Dan Bongino As He Exits Westwood One
Bongino isn't a "classically trained" radio host. And yet, he grew to become one of the best in the business. Here's how.
How the Pathway to Radio Stardom Has Changed and How You Can Still Make It to the Top in 2025
Radio needs a next generation. It needs innovators. Why not you?
Throw Out the Radio Rules Already And Start Innovating
What do you have to lose? You're in an industry in what seems like a perpetual tailspin.
It’s Time for News/Talk Radio to Strike While the Iron’s Hot
Every show, every segment, and every piece of imaging can be viewed as an audition for a potential new listener.
News Television
Bret Baier: I’m Never Afraid of the Fox News Audience
Bret Baier has been a staple at 6 PM...
Megyn Kelly: Rachel Maddow ‘Wants to Seem Virtuous and Sanctimonious’ Over MSNBC Firing Joy Reid
Kelly was asked about her previous statements about the MSNBC host. She did not backtrack in the slightest.
Ratings Roundup: NewsNight With Abby Phillip Up 35% For CNN
Phillip's show was the highest gainer for CNN in both the Adults 25-54 and overall audience totals during February.
CBS News Names Tom Cibrowski President and Executive Editor
The move marks a return to CBS News for Tom Cibrowski.
MSNBC Planning to Cut Nearly 100 Jobs in Round of Layoffs
MSNBC has stated that employees who will be let go can reapply for their jobs to remain with the outlet.
Music News
93.3 The Q Albuquerque Announces New Lineup
Leah Black is set to return as co-host for the station’s newly launched morning show alongside Program Director, Carlos Duran, a 20-year on-air station veteran.
Bruce Scott Joins ‘Go Country 105’ KKGO Los Angeles For Mornings
Scott, who had previous stops at Bay Country 94.5-92.1 San Jose and KOST Los Angeles, follows Tim Hurley, who left the station at the end of January.
Rick Couri Is Joining Groovy 105.7 Tulsa For Mornings
Couri will host “The Groovy Morning Show” weekdays 6-10 beginning Monday.
Jack Reichert Is Calling It A Career After 50 Years in South Bend Radio
WSBT Television posted an interview with Reichert on YouTube, in which he indicated, “I don’t have anything else to say.”
Promo Meeting: Closest To The Pinhead And Rethinking Remotes
In the recent CRS NuVooDoo research presentation, the value of local personalities being out in the community and connecting one-on-one with listeners stood out.
Music Columns
News Media Members Are Going Through Overcorrections and Real Journalists Will Suffer
Algorithms are only amplifying voices on the extreme left or right because this is what keeps people engaged and clicking.
What News/Talk Radio Hosts Should Copy From Dan Bongino As He Exits Westwood One
Bongino isn't a "classically trained" radio host. And yet, he grew to become one of the best in the business. Here's how.
How the Pathway to Radio Stardom Has Changed and How You Can Still Make It to the Top in 2025
Radio needs a next generation. It needs innovators. Why not you?
Throw Out the Radio Rules Already And Start Innovating
What do you have to lose? You're in an industry in what seems like a perpetual tailspin.
It’s Time for News/Talk Radio to Strike While the Iron’s Hot
Every show, every segment, and every piece of imaging can be viewed as an audition for a potential new listener.
Podcasting
Gavin Newsom to Launch New Podcast with iHeartMedia
iHeartMedia has announced a new podcast hosted by Gov....
Charlamagne The God and iHeartMedia Announce 2025 Black Effect Podcast Festival
Hosted by Mandii B and WeezyWTF, hosts of The Black Effect Podcast Network’s “Decisions, Decisions.”
CNN Launches Chance Encounters Podcast Hosted by Francesca Street
CNN, under the direction of CEO Mark Thompson, has made digital media efforts a priority, including the podcasting space.
The Volume Adds ‘New Rory & Mal’ Podcast in First Entertainment Show on Colin Cowherd-Founded Network
“The Volume has built a community of creators and personalities that align with the New Rory & Mal brand."
Audacy EVP of Podcasts Jenna Weiss-Berman Departs to Join Amy Poehler-Led Company
Weiss-Berman is the latest executive to depart Audacy since the company emerged from its pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.
Jeff Lynn serves as Editor of Barrett Media’s Music Radio coverage. Prior to joining Barrett Media, Jeff spent time programming in Milwaukee, Omaha, Cleveland, Des Moines, and Madison for multiple radio groups, including iHeartMedia, Townsquare Media, NRG Media, and Entercom (now Audacy). He also worked as a Country Format Editor for All Access until the outlet shut down in August 2023.
To get in touch with Jeff by email, reach him at Jeff@BarrettMedia.com.
Sports Radio
Ron Wolfley Stepping Down From Analyst Role on Arizona Cardinals Radio Broadcasts
"Not only was Wolf a great broadcast partner for the last 20 years, but a great friend,"
Fred Toucher: ‘Pat McAfee Sucks, and If You Listen to Him, You’re an Idiot’
"Once you work for the Disney company, any cool, rebellious factor that you might be hanging on to is long gone."
Mike Bacsik Hosts Final Show on 105.3 The Fan, Including Surprise Guest Appearance by Norm Hitzges
"As I close it out here, thank you to everybody who’s listened to me throughout the years..."
Boomer Esiason: I Don’t Think I Would Have Enjoyed Hosting in Afternoons as Much as Morning Drive
"I like this format a hell of a lot better."
Jon Jansen: Everybody Thinks Stephen A. Smith ‘Must Know Something’ If He’s Talking NBA
"He had to start off with a little bit of credibility, and then he ruined it all by saying, ‘These are all Troy Weaver’s players.'"
Sports Columns
Creativity is the Key to Survival in Sports Radio – Stop Playing It Safe and Start Thinking Big
This really isn't that hard. 'Talent' are supposed to be some of the most creative people in the world.
‘MLB Tonight’ Not Losing Its ‘Fastball’ During The Offseason
"Kenny and Plesac are the perfect snack for baseball-starved fans."
Breaking Barriers: What ESPN Did That Sports Radio Couldn’t
"I challenge any radio broadcasting company with any media rights partnership to attempt to replicate how Jimmy Pitaro built and positioned ESPN "
Sports Radio’s Mistake From the User Generated Content Boom
“When everything’s a math problem, creativity and quality don’t matter. If creativity and quality don’t matter, then why employ anyone at all?”
Does Anyone Want to Own a Radio Station?
In April of 2012, ESPN began leasing an FM...
Sports Television
Texas A&M Signs 15-Year, $515 Million Dollar Multimedia Rights Deal with PlayFly
“We are entering a new era of collegiate athletics, and Texas A&M is positioned to be a strong leader,”
‘Hard Knocks’ Selects the University Of North Carolina: Report
"This will mark Belichick’s first appearance on the NFL Films series, as the Patriots were never featured during his 24-year tenure with the team"
Stephen A. Smith: LeBron James Comments About the Media ‘Are BS’
“I’m sick and tired of them acting like everybody’s talking bleep about them all the damn time.”
MLB in Media Rights Discussions with Netflix, Amazon, Comcast: Report
"The current agreement with ESPN is set to expire at the conclusion of the 2025 MLB season"
Molly McGrath: ‘Trying to Be an Insider for Context’ Rather Than Breaking News
"I just want them to trust me and know that I’m not going to spill their secrets or tweet anything out."
News Radio
77 WABC Adds David Paterson to ‘Left vs Right’ with James Flippin
“I am thrilled to be a part of the permanent WABC Radio line-up and to represent the left side of things.”
Cumulus Media CEO Mary Berner: Exit of Dan Bongino ‘Will Be An Additional Headwind’
“In the meantime, we are working on programming to fill the void."
How News/Talk Radio Leaders Advance the Story After Breaking News Happens on Their Station
"Responsible talk hosts always have two targets: to update listeners with the latest facts and to allow the audience to react in a nationally broadcast town hall meeting without devolving into conspiracy theories of fearmongering."
The Radio Industry is Conflicted On Whether Westwood One is Still Committed to News/Talk Radio Format
"The commitment to providing top-of-the-line news and talk radio content remains and will always be there, I think."
Dan Bongino Announces Plans for New Media Company, Guest Host for Show After Joining FBI
"It's going to be divorce for me, but we're setting the foundation for something that'll last. We'll have some big announcements coming soon."
News Columns
News Media Members Are Going Through Overcorrections and Real Journalists Will Suffer
Algorithms are only amplifying voices on the extreme left or right because this is what keeps people engaged and clicking.
What News/Talk Radio Hosts Should Copy From Dan Bongino As He Exits Westwood One
Bongino isn't a "classically trained" radio host. And yet, he grew to become one of the best in the business. Here's how.
How the Pathway to Radio Stardom Has Changed and How You Can Still Make It to the Top in 2025
Radio needs a next generation. It needs innovators. Why not you?
Throw Out the Radio Rules Already And Start Innovating
What do you have to lose? You're in an industry in what seems like a perpetual tailspin.
It’s Time for News/Talk Radio to Strike While the Iron’s Hot
Every show, every segment, and every piece of imaging can be viewed as an audition for a potential new listener.
News Television
Bret Baier: I’m Never Afraid of the Fox News Audience
Bret Baier has been a staple at 6 PM...
Megyn Kelly: Rachel Maddow ‘Wants to Seem Virtuous and Sanctimonious’ Over MSNBC Firing Joy Reid
Kelly was asked about her previous statements about the MSNBC host. She did not backtrack in the slightest.
Ratings Roundup: NewsNight With Abby Phillip Up 35% For CNN
Phillip's show was the highest gainer for CNN in both the Adults 25-54 and overall audience totals during February.
CBS News Names Tom Cibrowski President and Executive Editor
The move marks a return to CBS News for Tom Cibrowski.
MSNBC Planning to Cut Nearly 100 Jobs in Round of Layoffs
MSNBC has stated that employees who will be let go can reapply for their jobs to remain with the outlet.
Music News
93.3 The Q Albuquerque Announces New Lineup
Leah Black is set to return as co-host for the station’s newly launched morning show alongside Program Director, Carlos Duran, a 20-year on-air station veteran.
Bruce Scott Joins ‘Go Country 105’ KKGO Los Angeles For Mornings
Scott, who had previous stops at Bay Country 94.5-92.1 San Jose and KOST Los Angeles, follows Tim Hurley, who left the station at the end of January.
Rick Couri Is Joining Groovy 105.7 Tulsa For Mornings
Couri will host “The Groovy Morning Show” weekdays 6-10 beginning Monday.
Jack Reichert Is Calling It A Career After 50 Years in South Bend Radio
WSBT Television posted an interview with Reichert on YouTube, in which he indicated, “I don’t have anything else to say.”
Promo Meeting: Closest To The Pinhead And Rethinking Remotes
In the recent CRS NuVooDoo research presentation, the value of local personalities being out in the community and connecting one-on-one with listeners stood out.
Music Columns
News Media Members Are Going Through Overcorrections and Real Journalists Will Suffer
Algorithms are only amplifying voices on the extreme left or right because this is what keeps people engaged and clicking.
What News/Talk Radio Hosts Should Copy From Dan Bongino As He Exits Westwood One
Bongino isn't a "classically trained" radio host. And yet, he grew to become one of the best in the business. Here's how.
How the Pathway to Radio Stardom Has Changed and How You Can Still Make It to the Top in 2025
Radio needs a next generation. It needs innovators. Why not you?
Throw Out the Radio Rules Already And Start Innovating
What do you have to lose? You're in an industry in what seems like a perpetual tailspin.
It’s Time for News/Talk Radio to Strike While the Iron’s Hot
Every show, every segment, and every piece of imaging can be viewed as an audition for a potential new listener.
Podcasting
Gavin Newsom to Launch New Podcast with iHeartMedia
iHeartMedia has announced a new podcast hosted by Gov....
Charlamagne The God and iHeartMedia Announce 2025 Black Effect Podcast Festival
Hosted by Mandii B and WeezyWTF, hosts of The Black Effect Podcast Network’s “Decisions, Decisions.”
CNN Launches Chance Encounters Podcast Hosted by Francesca Street
CNN, under the direction of CEO Mark Thompson, has made digital media efforts a priority, including the podcasting space.
The Volume Adds ‘New Rory & Mal’ Podcast in First Entertainment Show on Colin Cowherd-Founded Network
“The Volume has built a community of creators and personalities that align with the New Rory & Mal brand."
Audacy EVP of Podcasts Jenna Weiss-Berman Departs to Join Amy Poehler-Led Company
Weiss-Berman is the latest executive to depart Audacy since the company emerged from its pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.
Jeff Lynn serves as Editor of Barrett Media’s Music Radio coverage. Prior to joining Barrett Media, Jeff spent time programming in Milwaukee, Omaha, Cleveland, Des Moines, and Madison for multiple radio groups, including iHeartMedia, Townsquare Media, NRG Media, and Entercom (now Audacy). He also worked as a Country Format Editor for All Access until the outlet shut down in August 2023.
To get in touch with Jeff by email, reach him at Jeff@BarrettMedia.com.
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