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Mary Berner Can’t Stay Silent on Cumulus Media’s San Francisco Mess With Greg Papa and KNBR

"When markets endure damage like this repeatedly, executives have to look closer at what's going on and set things right."

Four Voices, One Theme: MSBC 38 Was About Authenticity

"I left thinking less about how to simply survive the next chapter of my career, and more about how I want to build one that is sustainable."

Why Politics Isn’t Optional for Clay Travis’ New Sports Media Venture

Clay Travis didn't stumble into politics by accident. He built his entire brand around it, deliberately and consistently, over several years.

Why the FCC Killing the TV Ownership Cap Is Closing the Barn Door

In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?

iHeartMedia Layoffs Continue Into Second Day

If you have been affected by the layoffs and would like your contact information shared with prospective employers or colleagues, please email garrett@barrettmedia.com or john@barrettmedia.com

The One Sentence News/Talk Radio Hosts Shouldn’t Ever Be Afraid to Say

It's only three words. But those three words will build plenty of credibility and respect with your audience and everyone else you interact with.

Why Seattle Red 770 AM Was More Than A Decade in the Making

"I think any traditional radio brand that waits is probably waiting too long to understand that the evolution of what it is we do is not just a radio station."

Red Eye Radio Cuts Back to 3 Hour Show as Part of Contract Extension

"We were the ones that pushed for this. It wasn't the company. It wasn't because the show was failing or anything like that."

Talk Radio Hosts Are Misusing Guests — And It’s Hurting Their Shows

If you are using guests as an excuse not to show prep, you are failing your employer, your coworkers, and that person in the mirror.

WJR 760 Names Marie Osborne Director of Community Affairs & News

"She brings a powerful voice and a wealth of experience to this vital role, and I am pleased that she has accepted this new position.”

1210 WPHT Morning Host Nick Kayal Inks Extension

Kayal joined the station in 2022, taking over morning drive when previous host Rich Zeoli moved to afternoons as part of a lineup revamp on the station.

Mark Starling Reflects on 570 WWNC’s Award-Winning Coverage One Year After Hurricane Helene

"I firmly believe that the right people were in the right place at the right time during a really bad event and we managed to make it work."

Why AI Shouldn’t Be an Option for the Radio Industry Right Now

AI doesn’t know your audience. You do. You know what works and what doesn’t, and you don’t want to delegate that duty to a computer platform.

WCBM 680 Morning Host Bruce Elliott Departs

Bruce Elliott originally joined WCBM 680 in 2015 as a fill-in host before joining in a full-time capacity in 2016 following the death of Tom Mars.

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Four Voices, One Theme: MSBC 38 Was About Authenticity

"I left thinking less about how to simply survive the next chapter of my career, and more about how I want to build one that is sustainable."

Why Politics Isn’t Optional for Clay Travis’ New Sports Media Venture

Clay Travis didn't stumble into politics by accident. He built his entire brand around it, deliberately and consistently, over several years.

Why the FCC Killing the TV Ownership Cap Is Closing the Barn Door

In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?

20 Brands In 20 Days: Brady Marks, 107.3 Alternative Cleveland

"I was taught a lot at the station, so I'm a big believer in it. I'm a product of it."