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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.

How Tempo and Flow Drive Hot AC Radio Success

Programmers must pay close attention not only to the songs themselves, but also to how they are sequenced.

Hot AC Success on a Budget: Music & Promo Hacks

You don’t need a massive budget to achieve meaningful music research and compelling promotions. What you need is creativity, digital savvy, community connections, and strategic focus.

Radio in the Age of TikTok: Why Quick, Clear Openings Win More Listeners in Hot AC

In the battle for attention, brevity is power. Say it quickly, say it clearly, and say it in a way that makes the listener want more.

Why Countdowns & Specialty Content Still Matter in Hot AC Radio

In a world of on-demand streaming and personalized playlists, it may seem counterintuitive that something as traditional as a countdown still holds water, but it does.

Kannon Debuts New Weekday Show for Top 40 & Hot AC

“The Kannon Show” is designed to blend with existing music programming.

How the Hot AC Radio Format Can Be Promotionally Relevant On a Limited Budget

Being promotionally relevant doesn't always require deep pockets—just creativity, strategy, and a clear understanding of the audience.

Strategy vs. Tactics in Adult Contemporary Programming

Simply put, Strategy is ‘Doing The Right Thing’.' Tactics – ‘Doing Things Right.'

Taylor Jukes Shares Her Insights on Managing and Becoming An A+ Talent

“Talent needs to have a cross-platform strategy, understanding where to meet their audiences to keep them engaged.

Hot AC Radio Stations Need to Prioritize Talent Over Music

Make talent your bottom building block of the programming pyramid and encourage them to be ambassadors of your station’s brand while building their brand within your system.

Hot AC Imaging: Are You Hitting The Sweet Spot?

Hot AC programmers, what is the sweet spot when it comes to how many imaging pieces you rotate per hour?

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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.”