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The Industry According to Gary Jay, Land Shark Promotion Studio

"Radio cannot afford to become a tired jukebox with 15 minutes of commercials every hour."

Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

The BSM Top 20 National Sports Radio Shows of 2018

"Radio executives voted to determine the Top 20 Mid Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows of 2018."

KSE Radio Ventures Expands Altitude Sports Radio

KSE Radio Ventures are expanding their sports radio offerings just ahead of the upcoming Colorado Avalanche and Denver Nuggets seasons. Starting September 17th, the...

BSM Podcast – Season 3 – Episode 1 – Traug Keller – ESPN Radio

Season 3 of the BSM Podcast begins with an appearance by ESPN Radio Senior Vice President Traug Keller. The 20+ minute conversation conversation covers...

Observations of the BSM 2017 Top 20

Six days of BSM 2017 Top 20 lists are in the books and I'm thrilled to have it in my rear view mirror. The...

The Top 20 National Sports Radio Shows of 2017 Are…

After three straight days of featuring local hosts and shows, we take a detour to recognize those who perform on the national level. The...

Mike and Mike’s Differences Helped Make Them Great

In 1998, I was just learning how the radio business worked. I was at a small station that powered down at night, making $200...

Twitter’s Changes Offer a Sports Radio Education

We've all heard the saying "less is more". Apparently though, Twitter doesn't agree with that phrase. The company has decided to adjust its position...

3 Sports Media Stories Worthy of a 30 For 30

What if I told you, that another sports media show or personality would be given a future 30 for 30 documentary. Who would you...

Why Is ESPN Obsessed With Its Political Perception?

In the business of sports radio, we love dramatic stories that linger and provide countless opportunities to reach viewers, listeners, and readers. Whether it's...

Welcome To The 2017 Sports Radio Draft

Each year when millions across the nation get diagnosed with a heavy case of 'Draft Fever', I like to use the most popular event...

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Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

How Matt Barrie Is Prepared To Tackle the Challenge of Hosting SEC Nation

"If you're a college football junkie like I am, there are few jobs with ESPN that scratch that itch. SEC Nation is one of them."