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David Samson Underestimated What Radio Means to Baseball

"We don’t need baseball on radio anymore."

Why Fox News’ Ratings Slump Isn’t the Warning Sign Everyone Thinks

People are tired, man. And oftentimes, the most likely answer is the correct one.

FOX Sports Turned World Series Pregame Coverage Into a Championship Performance

"In a broadcast where every detail mattered, FOX’s production staff delivered a performance worthy of the game's biggest stage."

Major League Baseball Has a Problem, and the NFL Is Only Part of It

"Baseball can control whether there are baseball games to watch in 2027. If owners and players can't figure that out, they won't have to worry about the NFL stealing their audience."

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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Why Fox News’ Ratings Slump Isn’t the Warning Sign Everyone Thinks

People are tired, man. And oftentimes, the most likely answer is the correct one.

FOX Sports Turned World Series Pregame Coverage Into a Championship Performance

"In a broadcast where every detail mattered, FOX’s production staff delivered a performance worthy of the game's biggest stage."

Major League Baseball Has a Problem, and the NFL Is Only Part of It

"Baseball can control whether there are baseball games to watch in 2027. If owners and players can't figure that out, they won't have to worry about the NFL stealing their audience."

Eutopia Credits Hard Work and New York Pride for SiriusXM Success

“Once you can rock the mic in a state where you can hardly pronounce any of the towns, but you still connect with the people, you feel like you can make it anywhere, especially where you’re from."