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Why AM Radio’s Future Depends On More Than Just Keeping It In Cars

"You can’t argue that AM radio matters to local communities while replacing local voices with centralized programming. You can’t tell listeners that the AM band is still relevant while giving them fewer reasons to tune in."

How 77 WABC’s John Catsimatidis Helped Push the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act Toward the Finish Line

"I am more concerned about our country than I am about WABC."

Amelia’s 30-Year Radio Career Ends at Baltimore’s 98 Rock

"We had every opportunity to go up against our competitors, which aren't terrestrial radio."

How Damien Woody Is Building His Second Act After 15 Years With ESPN

"For me, it’s about seeing content that they haven’t seen from me before. When you’re at ESPN, there’s a certain model that they do things. Now, independence allows me to broaden my reach with different things I can do. Hopefully, earning a new appreciation for what I can bring to the table."

TechSurvey 2026 Showed AM/FM Radio Listening Declining, Digital Growing and We Won’t Ignore It

"We cannot control how other outlets use our work. And we won't stop reporting facts because they might amplify the information differently. That's journalism. Suppressing it would be public relations."

What a Radio Class at WKU Can Teach the Industry About Its Future

Your feedback will help me talk to the faculty about what can be improved in terms of turning out high-quality graduates ready to take on the media world.

The Sinclair AMP Upfront Reveals the Confidence Gap Between Podcasting and Radio

"Sinclair sees real revenue potential in the podcasting space and presented it to buyers with the same seriousness they'd give any major television property."

CRS 26 Hits All The Right Notes in Nashville

"Because there's so much to unpack, I've split my feedback into four categories: Performances, Sessions, Meetings, and Misses."

The 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit Welcomes Andie Summers, Anna Zap and Sean Copeland

"Today, I’m thrilled to add three more talented professionals to our music radio lineup."

Why I’m Returning to the Country Radio Seminar in Nashville

"Country radio and the country music industry operate like a family more than a collection of competing businesses."

Two Important Reminders Courtesy of Barrett Media’s Top 20 Series

"There are two things I want to remind you of that are important but far too often pushed aside."

Audacy’s Demographic Reset Is Exactly What Radio Has Needed For Years

"Radio doesn’t need artificial growth. It needs its real audience counted."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Active/Modern Rock Radio Program Directors of 2025

"Sixty three (63) Rock radio program directors appeared on ballots turned in by our voters."

Why Mark Pope’s Comments on Journalism Should Resonate Across Sports Media

"Mark Pope's message was fundamental: choose substance over shortcuts. Authenticity over gimmicks. Long-term trust over short-term validation."

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How 77 WABC’s John Catsimatidis Helped Push the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act Toward the Finish Line

"I am more concerned about our country than I am about WABC."

Amelia’s 30-Year Radio Career Ends at Baltimore’s 98 Rock

"We had every opportunity to go up against our competitors, which aren't terrestrial radio."

How Damien Woody Is Building His Second Act After 15 Years With ESPN

"For me, it’s about seeing content that they haven’t seen from me before. When you’re at ESPN, there’s a certain model that they do things. Now, independence allows me to broaden my reach with different things I can do. Hopefully, earning a new appreciation for what I can bring to the table."

Commercial Clustering: How Radio Defeated Itself

"We were competing against the station across the street while the listener was comparing radio to Spotify, podcasts, satellite radio."