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Radio Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Delivers Laughs, Tears and Gratitude in Chicago

“Radio changes lives when people show up, trust their teammates and serve the audience.”

Is Disney+ the First Step Toward a Super Bowl Paywall

"The Super Bowl is still free. Enjoy it while you can. Someday, the most expensive part of your Super Bowl party might not be the beer, the wings or the ridiculous price of guacamole."

Why College GameDay Is a Blueprint for News/Talk Radio Success

It’s about belonging. Viewers feel like they’re part of something bigger than themselves. The best News/Talk stations create that same feeling. They become a gathering place for listeners who share common interests, concerns, passions and experiences.

How KUTX Turned Connection Into Ratings Success in Austin

“People will say, ‘I don't like that one song you're playing,’ but they don't leave because they want to know what's coming up next.”

WWL Newsradio to Commemorate 100 Years on the Air

Longtime WWL personality Scoot penned an op-ed on the station’s website Monday reflecting on his first day at WWL in 1970. 

Mai Martinez Joins WBBM as Morning Co-anchor, Reporter

Martinez will spend much of her time in the field, covering the diverse communities of Chicago, while also teaming with Cisco Cotto each morning from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. CT.

Craig Melvin Criticized for “Rage” Remarks Over Will Smith’s Slap

Melvin said Smith’s behavior reinforces “this long-held perception … that men of color can’t control their rage and anger.”

Volodymyr Zelensky Address Tops Cable News Coverage

In the week of Mar. 20, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (on Mar. 16) provided a live address, on streaming video, to all members of the U.S. Congress.

KCXL Radio Defends Running Russian State Media Radio Sputnik

According to ABC News, station owner Peter Schartel started airing the Russian programming in January 2020.

Chris Wallace: Fox News Environment Was “Unsustainable” After 2020 Election

In an interview with the New York Times published this weekend, Wallace said he felt uncomfortable with programming at Fox News. 

Editor Slams CBS News Co-president Neeraj Khemlani at Goodbye Party

According to the New York Post, the two men butted heads about rescuing foreign journalists and CBS News associates from war-torn Afghanistan during the withdrawal several months ago. 

Ramsey Solutions’ Lesson on Legacy

No company walks the legacy-planning journey like Ramsey Solutions, the company led by financial talk-show host Dave Ramsey.

Fox News’ Benjamin Hall ‘In Good Spirits’ Despite Undergoing Multiple Surgeries

Hall has undergone multiple surgeries following a vicious attack that killed two of his colleagues in Ukraine last week.

Programming In Fear Is a Recipe For Failure

"The best programmers go to work focused on making an impact and thinking about what could go right not what could go wrong."

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Is Disney+ the First Step Toward a Super Bowl Paywall

"The Super Bowl is still free. Enjoy it while you can. Someday, the most expensive part of your Super Bowl party might not be the beer, the wings or the ridiculous price of guacamole."

Why College GameDay Is a Blueprint for News/Talk Radio Success

It’s about belonging. Viewers feel like they’re part of something bigger than themselves. The best News/Talk stations create that same feeling. They become a gathering place for listeners who share common interests, concerns, passions and experiences.

How KUTX Turned Connection Into Ratings Success in Austin

“People will say, ‘I don't like that one song you're playing,’ but they don't leave because they want to know what's coming up next.”

Miller Night Football Reveals the Chaos Behind Dennis Miller’s Monday Night Football Run

"Dennis Miller did not become a great football broadcaster. What he did do was briefly bring back the luster of Monday Night Football in all its brilliant glory."