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How George Kamel Uses TikTok and YouTube to Spread Dave Ramsey’s Personal Finance Message

"People are tired of being monologued to. They can get information a thousand ways. What they can't get is an interpretation of that information or an experiential version of that information with real people."

How Radio Lost the Hustle to Local Campaigns

"Don’t expect people who don’t already know your radio station to simply stumble across it.

Why Laz Diaz’s Retirement Provides a Powerful Lesson for Sports Radio Veterans

"The people who helped build sports radio have every right to be proud of what they accomplished. But they also have an opportunity — and a responsibility — to explain to the next generation why it was worth doing in the first place."

Jenny Matthews, Jagger Take KC’s 106.5 The Wolf To New York 

“I’m not gonna lie, I was terrified because I truly was a person who always said I don’t like country! But I quickly realized I actually love country music. I just didn’t realize it.”

KNX News Anchor Rob Archer Announces Exit

"After 10 good years, it’s hard to say goodbye to so many talented friends and colleagues."

KFI-AM 640, KNX News Reporters Hit By Tear Gas During Los Angeles Protests

"I apologize to the audience for that. When your throat gets marinated with that stuff, it sort of chokes out your ability to talk, let alone breathe."

KFI AM 640, KNX News, KCBS All Earn Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards

KNX News earned the Overall Excellence honor from the RTDNA for its work throughout 2024.

A Conversation With Kelly Orchard Author Of Dead Air: The Day The Music Died

The psychological radio thriller follows characters in a Los Angeles radio cluster navigating the hijacking of the station's transmitters.

The Interview: The John Kobylt Show, KFI AM 640

John Kobylt is a nominee for the Radio Hall of Fame. Let's check in on a recent interview to see how he got to that point.

David Felker Exits Westwood One Amid Downsizing

Over the years, Felker’s time with the networks included Transtar, UniStar, Dial Global, and Westwood One ownership.

Music Radio Mourns The Passing Of ‘Jed The Fish’

Jed the Fish, an early supporter of New Wave and Alternative music, has passed away at the age of 69.

Aircheck: Charlie Tuna, KRLA Los Angeles (1986)

In 1975, Charlie Tuna was with 102.7 KIIS-FM Los Angeles when it started the AM/FM simulcast and hosted the first show on the FM.

Matt Pinfield Emerges From Coma, Hopes to Return to the Radio Airwaves

"I am so grateful to be alive. The general consensus was that I wasn’t going to make it and here I am!"

Aircheck: Gary Owens, 640 KFI Los Angeles, 1986

In addition to radio, people of a certain age will remember him as the announcer for the comedy show Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-In.

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How Radio Lost the Hustle to Local Campaigns

"Don’t expect people who don’t already know your radio station to simply stumble across it.

Why Laz Diaz’s Retirement Provides a Powerful Lesson for Sports Radio Veterans

"The people who helped build sports radio have every right to be proud of what they accomplished. But they also have an opportunity — and a responsibility — to explain to the next generation why it was worth doing in the first place."

Jenny Matthews, Jagger Take KC’s 106.5 The Wolf To New York 

“I’m not gonna lie, I was terrified because I truly was a person who always said I don’t like country! But I quickly realized I actually love country music. I just didn’t realize it.”

Should Nielsen Create a Low-Cost Ratings Service for Small Radio Markets?

I'm not privy to anything Nielsen may be planning, but is it time for the company to consider a low-cost option for small markets?