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Sports Radio Can’t Develop Talent If Programmers Are Too Busy Becoming Talent

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"Programming is supposed to be about developing talent, building brands, creating opportunities and preparing the next person to take the next step. When the person responsible for doing those things becomes part of the talent lineup, the priorities inevitably become blurred."

Dolly Parton’s Death Shows Radio’s Real Power

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When news broke yesterday that Dolly Parton had died...

SuperTalk 99.7 WTN, Matt Murphy Delivered Broadcast Excellence on Dolly Parton’s Passing

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Dolly Parton gave America so much for so long. It's only fitting that her hometown station gave her the send-off she earned.

20 Brands in 20 Days: Eric Wellman, Q104.3

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"The playlist spans from Elton John to Linkin Park — a four-generation bandwidth that most radio formats wouldn't dare attempt."

Country Radio Hall of Fame 2026 Class Recognized Officially

Columns

Kevin Callahan - August 6, 2026

"Every single one of these eight honorees proves that country radio is alive and well."

Katie Neal Named Permanent Guest Host For ‘Lon Helton’s Country Countdown USA’

Radio

BMM Staff - February 21, 2025

"If Lon had asked me to water his plants when he goes on vacation, I would have been honored. To be entrusted with the role of guest host on ‘CCUSA’ for my friend and mentor is so far beyond that."

The Radio Hall of Fame Inducts its 2024 Class of Honorees

Radio

BMM Staff - September 20, 2024

Radio Hall of Fame Inductee Lon Helton served as the Master of Ceremonies, while Radio Hall of Fame Co-Chairmen Kraig Kitchin and Dennis Green delivered the opening remarks to welcome attendees.

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