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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."

Talk Radio’s Bias Effect

Last week I commented about the Jay Weber - WISN controversy over the talk host’s inflammatory remarks about Gus Walz at the Democratic National...

Why News/Talk Radio Needs to Embrace Localism More Than Ever Before

News/talk radio has been somewhat reliant on nationally syndicated shows. But that advantage could soon be going away. It's best to get ahead of losing that advantage sooner rather than later.

Chris Berry, Michael Spacciapolli, Martha Maurer & Steven Portnoy Join the BNM Summit Lineup

The full schedule for the 2024 BNM Summit gets released next week, so it's getting real now. Final speaker arrangements are being resolved this...

How News/Talk Radio Can Capitalize on Newfound Bigger Audiences

The ridiculous news cycle has more people listening to news/talk radio. But is your station equipped to keep them when things settle down?

Michael Knowles: Media Matters Tried to Get Me Fired 228 Times

"Daily Wire and Westwood One host Michael Knowles addressed the Media Matters layoffs during his program on Thursday."

Introducing The First 14 Speakers For September’s 2024 BNM Summit

"Today, we start moving forward and building the news media industry's premiere event of 2024."

Talk Radio Needs to Reimagine Call Screening

Allowing listeners on the air does provide a certain risk. It can even be dangerous, exciting, and fun. 

Corus Entertainment National Director of Talk Radio Larry Gifford Departs

"I want you to know that I'll be cheering you on from afar as you continue to excel and make an impact in the world of radio."

Mastering This News/Talk Radio Skill Can Grow Your Ratings

Imagine being at a diner and a person coming up to greet you and a friend at a table. Do you leave the new person out? No, you introduce your friend and fill the person in on the conversation. 

Erick Erickson: Be Mindful of Those on TV Talking About Israel

“You should be mindful of those around you and on television, and in politics, who are trying to morally talk about the situation in Israel.”

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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."