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The Pat McAfee Show Field Pass AltCast Coming To Super Bowl LXI

"We try our best to respect the game and showcase and display it in a fashion that might be a little bit more appetizing for a different group of people that are watching alongside the best play commentators on Earth."

Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

Q99.7 Adds Ethan Cole To New ‘Kristin Show’ Debuting January 26

"Cole returns to Atlanta following a three-year run hosting afternoons at iHeartMedia’s Power 96.1."

If Nike Can Reboot Its Slogan, Radio Should Too

"Maybe it’s time to retire the safe line and start your own campaign. Go from Just Do It to Do It Better"

How Julian Nieh Built Radio Longevity Through Chemistry and Culture

"People thrive in environments where they feel valued and understood. That’s when the magic happens"

The Return of Resonance: Olivia Dean and the End of the Viral Era

Forget the 15-second dopamine chase. Olivia Dean just proved that attention spans aren’t dying, they're just tired of bad songs. The past five years...

How Are Hot AC Stations Finding the HITS in Today’s Crowded Media Landscape?

Programming a Hot AC station today is harder than ever! The landscape has never been more cluttered. Listeners are swimming in a sea of...

Why Hot AC Stations Need Personality To Play Through the Playlist

"Instead of saying 'shut up and play the music,' the better approach is 'make it matter'"

A HOT-AC Programmers Playbook To Play The Hits During Q4

"In the end, finding Adult Pop hits in Q4 is about balance"

Why Hot-AC Program Directors and GMs Must Replace Hype With Authenticity

"A compelling morning show, strong music mix, and meaningful giveaways don’t need to be oversold, they carry their own weight."

Why Your Hot AC Station Should Be More Personality, Less Jukebox

"If a listener just wants music, they’re not coming to radio anymore"

Hits On The Horizon: Lady Gaga, Alabama Shakes, and Thomas Rhett

"Let’s take a look at music that should be on your radar for airplay consideration this week"

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Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

Gracie Awards Open Nominations for 2027 Ceremony

"We look forward to honoring the content that moved audiences in 2026 and continuing the Gracies’ long-standing investment in the people who will shape what comes next.”