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How Armstrong & Getty Built a Show by Refusing to Sound Like Anyone Else

"I think we decided very early in our careers — decades ago — that we were going to do it our way. And if we failed, we would never wonder, 'Gosh, I wonder what would happen if we'd done it our way.'"

20 Brands In 20 Days: Brian Michel, KYGO & KOSI, Denver

"What you can't do is create for the community unless you really are part of it and have lived it."

The Industry According To: Frank Kramer, KLOS/Los Angeles

"As much as we have fun in our ridiculousness, the fact that our community comes together to support each other and we are that conduit gives the show and myself more purpose and satisfaction."

Why Netflix Can’t ‘Netflix’ The Field Of Dreams Game

"Netflix has spent its first MLB season attempting to prove it can create a live sports event that feels different. Now, it has an opportunity to prove it understands something equally important: Different doesn’t always mean more."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market News/Talk Radio Midday Shows of 2025

"A total of 37 shows appeared on ballots submitted for voting consideration in the Major Market News/Talk Radio Midday Shows category."

Toast to 10: How Barrett Media Keeps Local News/Talk Radio Hosts Connected to the Industry

"I believe it is essential that an outlet covers the daily happenings of the industry. It's wonderful to get the meat of the matter delivered regularly."

Barrett News Media Top 20 of 2024 – Major Market News/Talk Radio Midday Shows

"37 major market midday shows appeared on ballots turned in by our executive panel."

Mandy Connell: I’ll Cover Democratic National Convention Same Way I Covered RNC in Milwaukee

"I trust my audience to make up their minds about how they feel about it. It's not my job to tell you what to think."

Mandy Connell: Republican National Convention Was Great Way to Meet Other Conservative Radio Hosts

"I just met really interesting broadcasters from all over the country. I had great conversations."

Barrett News Media’s Top 20 Major Market News/Talk Midday Shows of 2023

"A total of 37 major market midday shows appeared on ballots turned in by our executive panel in the Major Market Midday News/Talk Shows category."

Keith Olbermann Announces Plans to Leave X, Conservative Media Responds

In a post to X, Olbermann directly attributed his departure from the platform to the meme shared by Musk.

Mandy Connell Returns to KOA After Vocal Cord Surgery

"There will be a couple of small changes for the next few weeks and I appreciate your patience as I sort out how to do the show and not re-injure my voice!"

Mandy Connell Off Show For A Month After Vocal Cord Surgery

Connell also revealed that Dr. Opperman had previously repaired a similar injury to her KOA colleague Ross Kaminsky.

Mandy Connell: People Are Sick of Biased News

"Everybody wants to know who they can trust to give them the news. Tell me what happened, and let me decide how I feel about it.”

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20 Brands In 20 Days: Brian Michel, KYGO & KOSI, Denver

"What you can't do is create for the community unless you really are part of it and have lived it."

The Industry According To: Frank Kramer, KLOS/Los Angeles

"As much as we have fun in our ridiculousness, the fact that our community comes together to support each other and we are that conduit gives the show and myself more purpose and satisfaction."

Why Netflix Can’t ‘Netflix’ The Field Of Dreams Game

"Netflix has spent its first MLB season attempting to prove it can create a live sports event that feels different. Now, it has an opportunity to prove it understands something equally important: Different doesn’t always mean more."

Why Ben & Woods’ Latest Extensions Could Be Their Grand Finale With 97.3 The Fan

"I got fifteen and a half years in San Diego doing morning radio. The last eight with Ben have been the most magical. Anything beyond that is just gravy for me. Honestly, if I had my way, this would be the last contract maybe."