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The Industry According To: Kathleen, Kesley, & Chris, Columbia Records

"Relationships matter. Analytics matter. Being able to speak the language matters."

Why TikTok Followers Don’t Equal Radio Talent

"Some creators can. Others simply do not translate."

Tom Brady’s Viral Weekend Was A Business Lesson Sports Media Missed

"Far too many were eager to mock a staged wrestling angle, a promotional appearance, or a calculated branding move that they overlooked what was actually happening."

Why Cumulus Sees Xperi Data as a Big Data Breakthrough for Radio

"We're excited because we feel this is a step forward in using technology to change the way people think about radio. This is really the big data moment for radio, at least as we see it."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market Sports Radio Stations of 2025

"A total of 39 brands were eligible for voting consideration in the Major Market Sports Radio Stations category."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market Sports Radio Program Directors of 2025

"A total of 32 PDs were eligible for voting consideration in the Major Market Sports Radio Program Directors category."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows of 2025

"A total of 34 shows were eligible for voting consideration in the Major Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows category."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market Sports Radio Midday Shows of 2025

"A total of 42 shows were eligible for voting consideration in the Major Market Sports Radio Midday Shows category."

Paul Allen Returns to KFAN Following Controversial Comments

"I just wanted to reiterate my sincerest apologies for my comment I made a couple of Fridays ago/”

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market Sports Radio Morning Shows of 2025

"A total of 30 shows were eligible for voting consideration in the Major Market Morning Shows category."

Sports Radio’s Political Humor Guardrails Should Encourage Accountability, Not Overreaction

"When accountability turns into overcorrection, the industry risks teaching its voices to say less, not better. In a medium built on personality, honesty, and connection, that may be the biggest mistake of all."

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."

Meet The Leaders: Bill Wilson, CEO, Townsquare Media

"We love broadcast radio. We would not have the success we have in digital without the power, connection, and companionship of local radio. We don’t view radio as the growth engine, but as a core part of our DNA and offering. It’s highly differentiated and high impact for both audiences and clients"

How ‘The Power Trip’ on KFAN Grew From Failure To Dominate the Twin Cities

"One of the things that we've done—as we learned early on—is if you're not an expert about something, don't pretend to be"

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Why Cumulus Sees Xperi Data as a Big Data Breakthrough for Radio

"We're excited because we feel this is a step forward in using technology to change the way people think about radio. This is really the big data moment for radio, at least as we see it."

A.I. in Radio: Where Is the Uncrossable Line?

"A.I. does not live in local markets, play games at your remotes, connect with listeners, or comprehend what culture you have built inside your cluster."