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Cumulus Media Releases Statement On Greg Papa Departure From KNBR

"We’re not able to comment on the specifics of his departure, but we want to be clear about this: our respect and gratitude for everything Greg has given to KNBR, its listeners, and its team runs deep."

Cumulus Radio Layoffs Hit Multiple Markets This Week

David@Barrettmedia.com if you have information from affected employees.

WLS-AM 890 Morning Host Ray Stevens Inks Multi-Year Contract Extension

"I love Chicago radio and I love WLS."

PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp Adds Former NFL Executive Will Deng as SVP Media Strategy

"Deng spent more than 11 years at the NFL, most recently leading corporate strategy."

Phil’s Future Five: Why Bruno Mars and Harry Styles Are Likely Poised For Big Hits

The goal of Phil’s Future Five is to identify records outside the Top 30 at Mediabase that are positioned to break before the email from your SVP arrives telling you it’s your turn to go through the intersection.

Rick Savage Returning To Mornings At 91X March 23

"Growing up in San Diego, 91X has always been more than just a radio station to me."

Why the Barrett Media Top 20 Lists Matter to Music Radio Professionals

Where else would you find national shows winning in some formats and great local talent in Philly, Detroit, and Boston winning in others?

The Industry According To….Katie Miller, Harker Bos Group

"Research has to be sequential. It's important to know your station's position before you dive into your content."

100.1 KZST Tabs Stacey K and Jonah to Replace Debbie Abrams in Morning Drive

They previously worked together at crosstown Hot 101.7 from 2011 to 2017.

Two Important Reminders Courtesy of Barrett Media’s Top 20 Series

"There are two things I want to remind you of that are important but far too often pushed aside."

What Snoop Dog Can Teach Music Radio About Alternate Broadcasts

To me, it seemed like his reports — and especially his outfits — were one of the best parts of the Milan Cortina Winter Games coverage.

SiriusXM Alt Nation’s Madison Isn’t Afraid To Push Buttons or Listeners Towards New Music

"There’s so much good new music right now. You just have to open your mind to it."

Rock Radio Keeps Slicing the Pie — But the Pie Isn’t Growing

While strategic boundaries and expectations matter, at what point do we end up with so much focus or strategic segmentation that it has an adverse effect and stunts growth?

YEA Media Group Launches ‘Greg FM’ 24/7 Format

"Adult Hits and Adult Variety needed to evolve, and now it has with Greg FM."

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Cumulus Radio Layoffs Hit Multiple Markets This Week

David@Barrettmedia.com if you have information from affected employees.

WLS-AM 890 Morning Host Ray Stevens Inks Multi-Year Contract Extension

"I love Chicago radio and I love WLS."

PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp Adds Former NFL Executive Will Deng as SVP Media Strategy

"Deng spent more than 11 years at the NFL, most recently leading corporate strategy."

Kennedy Elsey Wins 2026 MIW Airblazer Award

"Female radio personalities continue shaping broadcast media's future."