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Coleman Insights and Greater Public Launch Public Radio Underwriting Study

"Stations need practical, research-backed strategies to strengthen revenue performance"

Stephen A. Smith on Potential TV News Future: ‘If the Right Offer Comes Along, I’d Do It’

"Do I think I could do a new show? You damn right I can. With ease, I might add. It ain't hard, not for me."

2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit Presented by Point to Point Marketing Day 1 Recap

Barrett Media President Jason Barrett opened the show by welcoming attendees to SVA Theater in New York.

Q102’s Mollie Watson Departs Hubbard’s WKRQ Cincinnati

"What started as a dream internship became one of the greatest chapters of my life,"

Rock Radio Isn’t Dead — Q101’s James Kurdziel Has the Receipts to Prove It

"The worst thing that can happen is something gets so cool that it becomes too cool. And suddenly it's closed. That's your brand over at that point."

How Former Black Crowes Drummer Steve Gorman Became the Heart of KQRS Mornings

"I knew I was going to be underestimated by everybody I met, so I have to show them that I'm here and I'm taking it seriously."

Q101 Inducted Into Illinois Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

"We pride ourselves on being a part of and a reflection of our community"

92 KQRS’s James Kurdziel ‘Leans Into’ Music Evolution

We’re just leaning into it,” says Kurdziel. “I tell people here, we’re not changing what we are; we’re changing what we do.“

92 KQRS Minneapolis Shifts To Include Classic Alternative

The station will feature music from the mid-80s through the early 2000s. Steve Gorman will remain in the mornings along with Ryder Bue and will be joined by Paul Fletcher.

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Alternative Radio Program Directors of 2024

"35 Alternative radio program directors appeared on ballots turned in by our voters."

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Stephen A. Smith on Potential TV News Future: ‘If the Right Offer Comes Along, I’d Do It’

"Do I think I could do a new show? You damn right I can. With ease, I might add. It ain't hard, not for me."

2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit Presented by Point to Point Marketing Day 1 Recap

Barrett Media President Jason Barrett opened the show by welcoming attendees to SVA Theater in New York.

Q102’s Mollie Watson Departs Hubbard’s WKRQ Cincinnati

"What started as a dream internship became one of the greatest chapters of my life,"

Audacy CEO Kelli Turner on Potential Future Sales: ‘Everything Has a Price’

"I think it's hard for anyone that's a business person not to be open for business for the right situation."