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Dianna Russini’s Return Was a Success But Now Comes the Hard Part

"Russini doesn't need to win over every critic, nor does she need to answer every question thrown her way. But she does need to give people a reason to keep tuning in beyond their curiosity about her personal life."

How Tara Palmeri Built a Digital Media Startup From the Ground Up

"This was a natural place for me to go: to write for myself in my own name, directly to my audience, and have that kind of intimate connection and really pursue the stories that I wanted to pursue."

What Leaving Radio Taught Me About Staying in the Business

"Outside the building, I kept translating everything back into it.."

How Phil Mackey Took SKOR North From Whiteboard to Marconi

"The fact that a small number of people can be so mighty across all these platforms is a testament to how awesome our staff is."

Non-Compete Ruling is a Game Changer

Here is an idea for companies as it relates to retaining top talent in any department of the office - treat your people well. Don't treat them like they are Employee No. 716 and disposable.

Mel Kiper Jr. of ESPN Makes the NFL Draft What It Is

Kiper is the King of the NFL Draft. He is Elvis Presley, except instead of Kentucky Rain, he sings about Kentucky linebackers.

NBA on TNT is Focused on the Here and Now

"It’s like peanut butter and jelly – it just goes together, the 'NBA on TNT.'"

Do Radio Advertising Clients Want an Immediate Return, Long-Term Growth or Both?

It's OK to do occasional price and item ads to generate leads a few times a year at critical times. But, month in and month out, run that jingle and make them laugh or cry to build a business.

Reevaluating the Relationship Between the Donald Trump Trial and News/Talk Radio

The Trump Derangement Syndrome folks care, and those rocking MAGA hats care, but the majority of the population is not nearly as interested as the news media makes this out to be. 

Radio is Ready for an AI Revolution

We need to step back and ask ourselves one question: would it really be a tragedy if radio as we know it were to change drastically?

Sam Matheny Reflects on Another Successful NAB Show

“We do a lot of research and development and early-stage engineering projects to explore what some of the possibilities might be.”

Barrett Sports Media Presents ‘The 2024 NFL Analyst Draft’

"Some selections you'll agree with, others you won't, and it'll likely lead to texts and social media interactions among industry folks."

Industry Guest Column: Howard Balzer Recalls the First NFL Draft on ESPN

We didn’t even have a production meeting before the telecast and I’m not sure I even knew who else would be on with me until my arrival in Connecticut.

Meet The Bettors: Nick Kostos, BetQL Network

"We can please the audience that's looking for analysis of games that night and we can bring on really great guests."

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How Tara Palmeri Built a Digital Media Startup From the Ground Up

"This was a natural place for me to go: to write for myself in my own name, directly to my audience, and have that kind of intimate connection and really pursue the stories that I wanted to pursue."

What Leaving Radio Taught Me About Staying in the Business

"Outside the building, I kept translating everything back into it.."

How Phil Mackey Took SKOR North From Whiteboard to Marconi

"The fact that a small number of people can be so mighty across all these platforms is a testament to how awesome our staff is."

Why Local News/Talk Radio Hosts With Big Egos Risk Unemployment

"News/talk stations are largely syndicated, and the local shows, which used to feature a host, producer, and board operator/phone screener, are largely a thing of the past. What does this mean? If you are a local host on a radio station, having a large ego is an invitation to unemployment."