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ESPN Executive Peter McConville Departs After More Than Three Decades at the Network

"To my talented colleagues, thank you. The relationships and experiences will stay with me long after this chapter closes."

Michael Kay Defends Pat McAfee From Critics Saying He’s “Thin Skinned”

"People might not like the way he does his job, which happens to be unbelievably successful. Who in our business has had the success that this guy's had?"

SummitMedia Names Matt ‘Brodie’ Lesley Brand Manager Over Entire Knoxville Cluster

In Knoxville, he'll oversee programming for Classic Rock 93.1, 100.3 The Wolf, Star 102.1, and Hot 104.5.

SiriusXM WWE Radio Listenership Up 20% From Launch Of Re-Branded Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7

"Listening to WWE Radio has grown nearly 20% since its July launch and rebrand. While monthly active sports listeners increased 4% year over year across our connected car and streaming platforms."

Why AM Radio’s Future Depends On More Than Just Keeping It In Cars

"You can’t argue that AM radio matters to local communities while replacing local voices with centralized programming. You can’t tell listeners that the AM band is still relevant while giving them fewer reasons to tune in."

Phil Boyce to Receive the Gold Standard in Programming Award at the 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit

"If the honor were based on past accomplishments, Phil Boyce could win this award annually. But it's the work he's done in 2025-2026 that demonstrates how much of a force he remains today."

Larry O’Connor Named New Morning Drive Host for Salem Radio Network

"We’re proud to expand that success across our national lineup, leading the conversation every morning across America.”

The Social Media Struggle News/Talk Radio Hosts Must Learn to Live With

Everyone has access to sharing their opinion on any topic at every moment of every day. That isn't always a good thing.

News/Talk Can Learn Something From Don Lemon, Tucker Carlson, and Stephen A. Smith

"Whether you’re left or right, in news or sports, love or hate each of the personalities listed above. If you set your bias aside, you can learn something from every one of them."

How ‘Hammer & Nigel’ Transitioned From Turntables to News/Talk Dominance

"You have to be willing to outwork everybody and provide something they can’t get anywhere else. You have to be authentic, but you can totally make your own path. I’m walking, living proof."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market News/Talk Radio Program Directors of 2025

"A total of 35 program directors appeared on ballots submitted for voting consideration in the Major Market News/Talk Radio Program Directors category."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Mid Market News/Talk Radio Morning Shows of 2025

"A total of 77 shows appeared on ballots submitted for voting consideration in the Mid Market News/Talk Radio Morning Shows category."

The Interview Rules Every News/Talk Radio Talent Must Follow

"If you are hosting the show, you are the expert. You are the bartender making the drink. Looking at benchmarked guests, some are amazing, but most just suck"

1130 WISN Elevates Benjamin Yount To Morning Drive, Adds Jason Goch

"Our listeners count on us to start their day informed and engaged, and I’m excited to continue that in a new time slot while keeping the same commitment to strong local coverage"

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Michael Kay Defends Pat McAfee From Critics Saying He’s “Thin Skinned”

"People might not like the way he does his job, which happens to be unbelievably successful. Who in our business has had the success that this guy's had?"

SummitMedia Names Matt ‘Brodie’ Lesley Brand Manager Over Entire Knoxville Cluster

In Knoxville, he'll oversee programming for Classic Rock 93.1, 100.3 The Wolf, Star 102.1, and Hot 104.5.

SiriusXM WWE Radio Listenership Up 20% From Launch Of Re-Branded Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7

"Listening to WWE Radio has grown nearly 20% since its July launch and rebrand. While monthly active sports listeners increased 4% year over year across our connected car and streaming platforms."

Ernie Johnson Explains The Timing Of His Inside the NBA Retirement Announcement

"I actually kind of got tired of people asking me if I was going to keep doing the show."