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Why Pat McAfee’s ‘Progrum Feud’ Is More Than Just a Gameshow on ESPN

"We're arriving at a place where the studio programming itself becomes the betting market."

How Jodi Koontz Went From Producer to Anchor of a Syndicated Show

"The reason I think it's important to tell that story is because that's the day I learned you have to ask for what you want."

Joe Rogan Was Never Going to Be On 60 Minutes – But Should He?

Even in a state of flux, the idea of Rogan suiting up as a 60 Minutes correspondent ranks somewhere between unlikely and laughable — about as plausible as me waking up next to Salma Hayek. But should it be that far-fetched?

Clay Travis Exposes the Perception Problem Hurting News/Talk Radio

As an industry, we need to realize that a rising tide lifts all boats. Many shows and stations are where they need to be with their digital game, but many are still well behind the curve.

‘Ramblin’ Ray Stevens Relishes Opportunity to Wake Up Chicago on WLS-AM 890

"If you go up to a Coke machine, and you press a Coke, a Coke better come out. And that's what we're gonna give (conservative listeners) in the mornings."

WBEN 930 Brand Manager Lisa Polizzi Wanted to Be In the Thick of the News in Buffalo

"I wanted to get back into news coverage and go into breaking news mode ... I loved it since I walked in the door."

Stephen A. Smith Doesn’t Create Stars, ESPN Does

Smith taking credit for the success of First Take contributors makes him look like a vulture more than a king-maker.

No Matter How Successful Kim Komando Gets, She’ll Never Stop Refining Her Craft

"About every six months, I sit down and I reinvent the show. I go in and say 'Ok, this works. This doesn't. This feels old. This doesn't feel fresh.'"

Pittsburgh Native Colin Dunlap Knows the Importance of Hosting Afternoons on KDKA

"It not lost on me -- even if it is with some people my age -- what that mic flag means ... There's a responsibility that when you talk into that microphone."

Can Rich Shertenlieb Lead a Charge Of Sports Hosts Leaving Sports Radio Stations?

Like Mark Madden, Rich Shertenlieb is doing sports talk on a classic rock station. Could that trend grow?

What Are The Radio Pet Peeves From News/Talk’s Top Leaders?

"I think too many show hosts come in and just expect the callers to carry the show."

Shari Elliker Looks For What’s Next After KIRO Newsradio 97.3 Exit

"I loved working there. I loved working with John (Curley). It was a great experience."

Nobody Looks Good in 670 The Score vs John Schriffen Feud

Nothing makes you look like an insecure bully quite like not being able to take it when you've already dished it out.

How WTOP Consistently Became Radio’s Top Revenue Generator

"You can't just go in there and present. You have to go in and have a good conversation ... and uncover what their needs and where you can help."

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How Jodi Koontz Went From Producer to Anchor of a Syndicated Show

"The reason I think it's important to tell that story is because that's the day I learned you have to ask for what you want."

Joe Rogan Was Never Going to Be On 60 Minutes – But Should He?

Even in a state of flux, the idea of Rogan suiting up as a 60 Minutes correspondent ranks somewhere between unlikely and laughable — about as plausible as me waking up next to Salma Hayek. But should it be that far-fetched?

Clay Travis Exposes the Perception Problem Hurting News/Talk Radio

As an industry, we need to realize that a rising tide lifts all boats. Many shows and stations are where they need to be with their digital game, but many are still well behind the curve.

Radio Keeps Earning a C+ When It Has A-Level Talent

"Today's system rewards tenure over talent, safeness over boldness, and sameness over creativity."