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Len Weiner Retiring After Helping Shape Sports Radio for More Than Four Decades

"I loved working in Miami because it’s been more of a challenge to do things here sports-wise. The passion and creativity of the people I work with I will surely miss."

Why This Year’s Barrett Media Audio Summit Matters More Than Ever

"It’s a combination of seminar and social gathering, where people come to learn, network, educate, challenge one another, and leave with a treasure trove of ideas to bring back to their markets."

Surviving a Radio Layoff: Advice From Someone Who’s Been There

"Career grief is a profound sense of loss tied not just to a job role, but to identity, purpose, and self-worth. That grief hits differently in radio."

WZBA The Bay Mattered More Than Its Coverage Map Suggested

"A reminder that sometimes the issue is not the talent in the room."

Approaching The Summit: Sid Rosenberg, 77 WABC

"I'm not a journalist. Do I break news? I do. Why? Because I bring on very important people and I ask the right questions."

Algorithms Are Killing Honest Journalism on Radio and Podcasting

We are failing to challenge our viewers' thought processes because, oftentimes, we choose not to challenge our own.

Chris Krok Shares the Secrets Behind His Growing Fill-In Radio Career

"I don't come in trying to change everything. I come in trying to make the show run smoothly."

Sean Hannity Addresses Medical Situation Following Questions About Appearance

"I appreciate all the concern and well wishes—including from members of the left-wing media."

WJR 760’s Ann Thomas Shares How Digital Has Expanded the Program Director Role

"How can I take what we're doing on the air and make sure it's seen on social media, on Facebook, on YouTube? It's been challenging. But honestly, it's been a lot of fun, too."

Shawn Anderson Explains How WTOP Handles Non-Stop News

"Basically, from the time Joe Biden had that disastrous debate with Donald Trump two years ago this month until now, we haven't had a slow day, period."

Why News/Talk Radio Programmers Can’t Afford to Ignore Afternoon Drive

The data backs it up. The gap between afternoon and morning drive continues to narrow, and there's no reason to assume that trend reverses itself.

77 WABC’s Sid Rosenberg Elected to New York State Broadcasters’ Association Hall of Fame

"After seeing this letter tonight, it has been all worth it. To be recognized as one of my industry’s all-time greats is nothing short of surreal."

The Dumbest Rule in News/Talk Radio — and Why Hosts Should Break It

The hosts who build real, lasting connections with their audiences aren't the ones who follow every internal directive without question.

101 KXL Promotes Heather Roberts to News Director

"She is relentless in her search for the news and will serve KXL well in this role. I'm excited to see where she takes the KXL News Department."

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Why This Year’s Barrett Media Audio Summit Matters More Than Ever

"It’s a combination of seminar and social gathering, where people come to learn, network, educate, challenge one another, and leave with a treasure trove of ideas to bring back to their markets."

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"Career grief is a profound sense of loss tied not just to a job role, but to identity, purpose, and self-worth. That grief hits differently in radio."

WZBA The Bay Mattered More Than Its Coverage Map Suggested

"A reminder that sometimes the issue is not the talent in the room."

Five Ways Classic Rock/Hits Program Directors Can Stay on Target

"Always focusing on what they do and how to do it better."