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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."

Paul W. Smith on Moving to Middays: I’ll Get Used to Waking Up at 8:00 AM

Smith had hosted the program since legendary host J.P. McCarthy's exit in 1996.

Murderer of WWJ Anchor Jim Matthews Sentenced to Life in Prison

The sentence came after Williamson pleaded no contest to the murder of Matthews in April after telling the court he had no recollection of the attack.

Paul W. Smith Moving to Middays on 760 WJR Amid Lineup Changes

Smith has been the host of the station's morning show since 1996, after stepping in for predecessor and radio legend JP McCarthy.

Man Charged In Murder of WWJ Anchor Jim Matthews Pleads No Contest

Williamson decided to plead no contest because he had no recollection of the attack.

WJR Host Mitch Albom Raises Nearly $2 Million For Charity During Radiothon

“I am humbled every year at the incredible generosity of our audience and our friends around the country."

WWJ News Radio 950 Shuffles Daily Lineup

“This new slate will allow WWJ to continue its mission of keeping listeners informed of breaking news and the top stories of the day.”

WWJ Anchor Roberta Jasina Departs

Unfortunately, Jasina revealed her husband was diagnosed with cancer, the day after she was let go from Audacy. "It has been quite a week," the former anchor said.

Kenny Mayne Wasn’t Satisfied With Last Offer From ESPN

"They stick a lot of money into other people, for people they want to stay, right? And that's fine," said Maybe. "That's the decision that they make based on whatever value they think this person or that person brings to the company".

Influential Sports Radio Programmer Tom Bigby Has Passed Away

“Legendary sports radio programmer Tom Bigby has passed away at the age of 77.”

97.1 The Ticket Adds Heather Park To Mornings

97.1 The Ticket in Detroit continues to make moves. After previously announcing the addition of Kyle Bogenschultz to evenings, the radio station has brought...

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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."