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The Industry According to Gary Jay, Land Shark Promotion Studio

"Radio cannot afford to become a tired jukebox with 15 minutes of commercials every hour."

Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

Nielsen is the Umpire That Everybody Hates

The genesis for this column came from two pieces published in the past week: one for video and one for audio.

Barrett Media Introduces ‘The 4Cast’

"To stay updated on future episodes, subscribe to Barrett Media's YouTube page."

Barrett Media Launches the Top 20 of 2025, and New Digital Show This Week

"On Wednesday, we'll present our first results for this year's Top 20 series and launch the first episode of 'The 4Cast'."

The 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit Reveals Its First 22 Speakers

"This event is designed to serve executives, managers, programmers, talent, sales/advertising professionals, and anyone who has an interest in better understanding the audio business."

Barrett Media’s 2026 Plans Include Top 20 Expansion, Digital Shows, Ad Partnerships and More

"We plan to be more active on video in 2026. It will benefit industry professionals, our audience, and our advertising partners."

Why iHeartMedia’s Messaging Has To Meet the Moment During Layoffs

"Radio station employees want strong leadership. They want people who believe in the product they pour their passion into. Pittman once held that standard and goal, but recent comments and actions tell a different tale"

Toast to 10: Barrett Media’s Plans For 2026

“Here’s what we have planned to serve our readers and partners in 2026.”

Toast to 10: Current Barrett Media Writers Share Their Tales

"I’ve gotten tons of feedback from industry people and fans alike. The reaction has been the strived for 50/50, love and hate."

Toast to 10: Barrett Media Then And Now From The Operations Staff

"Barrett Media has spent the past decade building a reputation as a destination for lifting up the business while challenging it for the better"

Pete Carroll’s Coaching Philosophy is Great But Other Styles Are Just As Effective

"Just because a leader delivers hugs over headaches doesn't make it better or more effective."

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Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

How Matt Barrie Is Prepared To Tackle the Challenge of Hosting SEC Nation

"If you're a college football junkie like I am, there are few jobs with ESPN that scratch that itch. SEC Nation is one of them."