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The Return To KNBR I Never Saw Coming

"I'm excited to be back in the game, grateful for another opportunity. I'm confident I can earn the trust of Bay Area listeners all over again. More than anything, I'm hopeful my friend Greg Papa wins the only battle that really matters."

20 Brands In 20 Days: Mike Street, WPGC, Washington D.C.

"For a while, especially with mainstream hip hop and R&B, if it was new, you could just play it and it worked. But you have to be a bit more discerning these days."

Spotify’s Skip Ahead Feature Isn’t The Threat Podcasting Thinks It Is

"If a single button is enough to break the relationship between a creator and an audience, then that relationship probably wasn't as strong as we thought."

38 Years After Rush Limbaugh, Is News/Talk Radio Stuck in the Past?

Some may interpret my conclusion as a slight against Limbaugh. Actually, it's the opposite — it's admiration for what Limbaugh built: a wildly successful format across the country. But at the same time, it feels like there hasn't been much, if any, evolution over four decades.

Mike Thomas Enjoys Stability Amidst Boston Radio Changes

“In a market where there typically has not been a ton of change, there has been a ton of change."

Greg Hill Signs Contract Extension at WEEI

"We are thrilled to extend Greg’s contract and keep the momentum going for his award-winning morning show."

WEEI is Focused on Evolving Under the Direction of Mike Thomas

"I want to continue on the road of 'Hey have you listened to WEEI lately?' If you consume the station now compared to pre-COVID and before, it’s a different product and I think people would enjoy it.”

WEEI Hires Adam Jones For Afternoons, Promotes Ken Laird to Brand Manager

"Jones comes to the station from crosstown rival 98.5 The Sports Hub. He has hosted the station's night show since 213 and has been heard on Boston sports radio since 2006."

Meet The Market Managers: Keith Williams, Good Karma Brands Chicago

"I think we just love being creative. It stands out and it does amazing things for our partners."

2022 BSM Summit – March 2, 2022 (Day 1)

"Check back throughout the day for updated details from Day 1 of the 2022 BSM Summit."

Jeff Rickard Out At WEEI (Update)

"In the memo, new Audacy Boston market manager Mike Thomas says that the station will be naming a new brand manager in the future."

BSM Summit Adds Borrell, Crain, Cutler, Goldstein, Scott, Shapiro & Thomas

"The Summit is just 104 days away, so if you haven't purchased your ticket yet, please do so. Half of the room is already full and seating for the conference is limited."

670 The Score Wins Summer Book, ESPN 1000 Makes Progress

"Parkins and Spiegel held one advantage for the book over other shows, they finished #1 in afternoons among non-Hispanic stations."

Chicago’s 670 The Score Rolls to 2021 Spring Ratings Victory

"Similar to the winter book, 670 The Score led the way among local sports radio brands. The station ranked 4th in weekday prime with a 4.7 and 5th for the full week with a 4.1."

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20 Brands In 20 Days: Mike Street, WPGC, Washington D.C.

"For a while, especially with mainstream hip hop and R&B, if it was new, you could just play it and it worked. But you have to be a bit more discerning these days."

Spotify’s Skip Ahead Feature Isn’t The Threat Podcasting Thinks It Is

"If a single button is enough to break the relationship between a creator and an audience, then that relationship probably wasn't as strong as we thought."

38 Years After Rush Limbaugh, Is News/Talk Radio Stuck in the Past?

Some may interpret my conclusion as a slight against Limbaugh. Actually, it's the opposite — it's admiration for what Limbaugh built: a wildly successful format across the country. But at the same time, it feels like there hasn't been much, if any, evolution over four decades.

Lynn Barstow: Alternative Radio Programming Legend

"The station does enjoy top of mind awareness from having that tentpole morning show. It gives us a connection to the audience that just being a music jukebox can't provide."