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The Return To KNBR I Never Saw Coming

"I'm excited to be back in the game, grateful for another opportunity. I'm confident I can earn the trust of Bay Area listeners all over again. More than anything, I'm hopeful my friend Greg Papa wins the only battle that really matters."

20 Brands In 20 Days: Mike Street, WPGC, Washington D.C.

"For a while, especially with mainstream hip hop and R&B, if it was new, you could just play it and it worked. But you have to be a bit more discerning these days."

Spotify’s Skip Ahead Feature Isn’t The Threat Podcasting Thinks It Is

"If a single button is enough to break the relationship between a creator and an audience, then that relationship probably wasn't as strong as we thought."

38 Years After Rush Limbaugh, Is News/Talk Radio Stuck in the Past?

Some may interpret my conclusion as a slight against Limbaugh. Actually, it's the opposite — it's admiration for what Limbaugh built: a wildly successful format across the country. But at the same time, it feels like there hasn't been much, if any, evolution over four decades.

Beasley Media Group Names iHeartMedia Exec Kevin LeGrett as Chief Business Officer

“I’m excited to join Beasley Media Group at such an exciting time."

RCS CEO Philippe Generali Announces Retirement In February

"During his leadership, RCS diversified aggressively, pushing into data, analytics, and television automation while maintaining a strong foothold in radio technology."

iHeartMedia Teams Jemele Hill, Cari Champion for ‘Flagrant and Funny’ Podcast

"Flagrant and Funny is designed to live at the intersection of sports, culture, and commentary, offering listeners candid discussions that blend sharp analysis with humor."

How Scott Shapiro Navigates Change at FOX Sports Radio

"I owe it to the team to put them in the best opportunity to succeed. That’s what I’m trying to do with my commitment to the whole group."

Paul Allen Apologizes for Controversial Paid Protesters Comment on KFAN

"I made a comment on air Friday about protesters and the weather that was insensitive and poorly timed. And I’m sorry."

Bobby Bones Podcast Debuts On Netflix Featuring Exclusive Interview With Kenny Chesney

"Launching Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast on Netflix is about meeting fans where they are and letting them experience these conversations in a whole new way."

iHeartPodcasts Partners with 50 Cent, Narratively On New DMX Podcast Series

"DMX’s story is bigger than the music — it’s about survival, faith, pain, and purpose."

iHeartMedia’s 1430 The Buzz Extends 40-Year Agreement With Tulsa Drillers

"The agreement marks 40 consecutive years of collaboration between the Drillers and iHeartMedia, while also solidifying the station’s role as the team’s flagship radio home for a 22nd straight season."

Human Is the New Vinyl — And Rock Radio Can’t Afford to Forget It

Outside of the fear of being replaced, what I hear most about AI from fans is a fear of being misled — and a desire for real human connections with people they can trust, not digital hangouts with randoms who might be bots.

Netflix Co-CEO “Very Pleased” With Early Returns On Video Podcast Content

"It’s still very, very early, but we’re super pleased by the early results that we’re seeing."

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20 Brands In 20 Days: Mike Street, WPGC, Washington D.C.

"For a while, especially with mainstream hip hop and R&B, if it was new, you could just play it and it worked. But you have to be a bit more discerning these days."

Spotify’s Skip Ahead Feature Isn’t The Threat Podcasting Thinks It Is

"If a single button is enough to break the relationship between a creator and an audience, then that relationship probably wasn't as strong as we thought."

38 Years After Rush Limbaugh, Is News/Talk Radio Stuck in the Past?

Some may interpret my conclusion as a slight against Limbaugh. Actually, it's the opposite — it's admiration for what Limbaugh built: a wildly successful format across the country. But at the same time, it feels like there hasn't been much, if any, evolution over four decades.

Lynn Barstow: Alternative Radio Programming Legend

"The station does enjoy top of mind awareness from having that tentpole morning show. It gives us a connection to the audience that just being a music jukebox can't provide."