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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."

Is The Daily Wire Missing AM/FM Radio Now?

The conservative digital media landscape is more crowded than ever, with new voices, new platforms, and new shows competing for the same eyeballs every single day. Radio, by contrast, is a far less saturated environment for nationally syndicated content.

Barrett Media’s Top 20 News Digital Shows of 2025

"A total of 158 digital shows were available for voting consideration in the News Digital Shows category."

Reflecting on Where The Daily Wire, Westwood One Sit One Year After Relationship Ended

It's been nearly one year since Barrett Media broke the story that The Daily Wire and Westwood One were ending their partnership. Each has faced trials since that moment.

The Daily Wire Shares Details of New Debate Podcast Pitting Ben Shapiro, Matt Walsh, Michael Knowles Against Each Other

October also brings Friendly Fire, a new podcast featuring Ben Shapiro, Matt Walsh, Michael Knowles, and Andrew Klavan debating politics, culture, and daily headlines.

The Daily Wire and Premiere Networks Showed How Classy Competition Can Be After Charlie Kirk’s Death

The past week has shown that when the situation calls for it, even rivals can act like partners.

Premiere Networks Expands ‘Verdict with Ted Cruz’ to Radio as Weekend Show

“We’re always looking for engaging and entertaining programming that resonates with listeners, and the continued success of Verdict made the decision to expand the program to radio a no-brainer."

The Daily Wire CEO Jeremy Boreing Stepping Down

Boreing has been with The Daily Wire since he and Ben Shapiro co-founded the outlet in 2015.

8 Candidates Most Likely to Replace Dan Bongino in the Lineup at Westwood One

After speaking with industry sources, we've identified the following eight candidates as the most likely options to replace The Dan Bongino Show in the Westwood One lineup of offerings.

Does The Daily Wire Need News/Talk Radio Or Is It The Other Way Around?

It feels like a bit like the chicken and the egg conundrum. Will The Daily Wire see a diminished presence without a national radio partner? Will news/talk radio suffer without the likes of Ben Shapiro, Matt Walsh, and Michael Knowles?

The Daily Wire, Westwood One Won’t Renew Deal to Distribute Shows From Ben Shapiro, Michael Knowles, Matt Walsh

Several sources indicated to Barrett Media that the relationship between The Daily Wire and Westwood One would conclude at the end of the calendar year.

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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."