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2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit Presented by Point to Point Marketing Day 1 Recap

Barrett Media President Jason Barrett opened the show by welcoming attendees to SVA Theater in New York.

840 WHAS Adds Leland Conway to Middays

"I honestly couldn’t be more grateful."

Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy Considering a Possible Future in Politics

"Why do I want to ruin my life and get involved in this mess because I know what comes with it, but sometimes I do feel like it's my duty. I can't turn away. I feel like I could make a change."

Bob Stroud Hosts Final “Ten at 10” On WDRV Chicago

Stroud's departure marks the end of an era for Chicago classic rock radio.

Is a ‘Digital First’ Approach for Radio Companies Too Little Too Late?

"I wish it would have been a conversation 20 years ago, 10 years ago, and even five years ago, at least in more places than it actually was."

Toast to 10: Reflecting on ‘The Barrett Bash’ and the ‘2025 BNM Summit’

"The 2025 BNM Summit is in the books. So too is our 10-year celebration party, 'The Barrett Bash'. A huge thank you to all who attended and supported last week's events."

Radio Industry Veteran Fred Jacobs Shares Parkinson’s Diagnosis

“I’ve been walking around with a secret that actually isn’t all that mysterious to those I know and interact with."

Have Radio Programmers Lost Sense of How To Motivate Their Talent?

"You’ll be surprised how creative and motivated people get with a sense of understanding, instead of another meeting or a cheap cake"

‘The Temple of Rock:’ A New Era for Classic Rock Radio

Described as “a celebration of the music,” it is designed to tap into the ongoing legacy and continue to honor the music for years to come.

As Advertisers Chase Video Podcasts, Radio’s Best Bet Is Still Local

The medium needs to get in the face of advertisers. But the venues may be wrong.

100.3 The Sound’s Lasting Legacy With ‘The Backstagers’

Instead of the goal being to ask people what they thought about the station and gather information, it was about giving them access to the station and creating an open dialogue.

Music Radio Reacts To The Passing Of Sly Stone At Age 82

Stone was known as the front man for Sly and the Family Stone a fusion of rock, soul, funk and gospel.

Ideas Classic Rock Can Steal From Sports Talk

Compared to a boring streaming channel, when we tell the stories of Classic Rock artists and songs, it’s a great way to get listeners to care.

Recapping the 2025 BSM Summit in Chicago

"Conferences like ours only work if people show up, gain value, build and extend relationships, and companies support them."

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840 WHAS Adds Leland Conway to Middays

"I honestly couldn’t be more grateful."

Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy Considering a Possible Future in Politics

"Why do I want to ruin my life and get involved in this mess because I know what comes with it, but sometimes I do feel like it's my duty. I can't turn away. I feel like I could make a change."

Bob Stroud Hosts Final “Ten at 10” On WDRV Chicago

Stroud's departure marks the end of an era for Chicago classic rock radio.

Isaac Carree Joins KISS 104.1 to Host “Morning Inspiration” in Atlanta

"His voice, his spirit, and his ability to connect with listeners align perfectly with what our audience expects from us—especially in moments that call for inspiration and comfort."