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Ernie Johnson Is Irreplaceable, but Inside the NBA Could Have a Future On ESPN

"ESPN has an opportunity to use this moment not to preserve something that can never be replicated, but to build something that feels authentic to the next generation of basketball fans."

Why Connell McShane Believes NewsNation’s Election Night Coverage Is Like Political NFL RedZone

“So on an election night, the election is the [sport]: who’s winning and why? How did we get to this point, or who said what about whom before we got to this point?”

How a Used Range Rover Made Paul Anderson Radio’s Agent

"Talent don't need to be coddled...What talent need is an honest partner."

Inside Adam Smith’s Journey From Barstool Sports to 97.5 The Fanatic

"It was a long recovery. For me and my family's sake, I wasn't even going to tip my toe in the water till I was absolutely ready to come back."

Why News/Talk Radio Hosts Are Losing Focus in the Studio

Hosts and producers are so worried about missing a social media post, a text, a sext, or watching their DraftKings account. Let the studio be about radio.

KCMO Talk Radio to Simulcast in Topeka on 102.9 KTOP-FM

"We’re excited to welcome Topeka listeners into the conversation, connecting directly with the community and delivering the regional and local news coverage it deserves.”

Approaching the Summit: Mary Sandberg Boyle, WGN Radio

I'm always interested in hearing how companies are successfully balancing strong local content with evolving digital consumption habits.

WJR 760 Launches ‘Founding Fathers Friday’ Ahead of America 250 Celebration

"As we approach the 250, we thought it'd be a good idea to go back and revisit and learn about the people that set this whole thing up."

Clay Travis Exposes the Perception Problem Hurting News/Talk Radio

As an industry, we need to realize that a rising tide lifts all boats. Many shows and stations are where they need to be with their digital game, but many are still well behind the curve.

AM 1450 KMMS Host Aaron Flint Wins Montana Representative Primary

Flint is looking to become the youngest Representative elected by Montana since 2000.

Scott Pelley and 60 Minutes: What News/Talk Radio Is Missing

Conservative radio hosts got this one wrong. They had an opportunity to engage seriously with a story about media ownership, editorial independence, and professional standards. Instead, they defaulted to the easier narrative.

Clay Travis: Political Newcomers Don’t Understand How Important Our Radio Show Is

"I think that's true for a lot of people that maybe are non-traditional in the political universe. I understand it, because it's challenging."

The Erick Erickson Show Adds Affiliates in Texas, South Carolina, Arkansas, and Nevada

The moves put The Erick Erickson Show beyond 80 nationwide affiliates.

Why News/Talk Radio Program Directors Should Stop Playing It Safe

News/talk radio needs to innovate and not just play protect-the-platform strategies. Focusing on content and the imagination of experimenting is key

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Why Connell McShane Believes NewsNation’s Election Night Coverage Is Like Political NFL RedZone

“So on an election night, the election is the [sport]: who’s winning and why? How did we get to this point, or who said what about whom before we got to this point?”

How a Used Range Rover Made Paul Anderson Radio’s Agent

"Talent don't need to be coddled...What talent need is an honest partner."

Inside Adam Smith’s Journey From Barstool Sports to 97.5 The Fanatic

"It was a long recovery. For me and my family's sake, I wasn't even going to tip my toe in the water till I was absolutely ready to come back."

Why Catchphrases Are Not Content: A Radio Veteran’s Warning to Hosts

The catchphrase is like parsley on your plate at a fine restaurant. It adds a little specialness. The catchphrase should never be the main course.