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How Armstrong & Getty Built a Show by Refusing to Sound Like Anyone Else

"I think we decided very early in our careers — decades ago — that we were going to do it our way. And if we failed, we would never wonder, 'Gosh, I wonder what would happen if we'd done it our way.'"

20 Brands In 20 Days: Brian Michel, KYGO & KOSI, Denver

"What you can't do is create for the community unless you really are part of it and have lived it."

The Industry According To: Frank Kramer, KLOS/Los Angeles

"As much as we have fun in our ridiculousness, the fact that our community comes together to support each other and we are that conduit gives the show and myself more purpose and satisfaction."

Why Netflix Can’t ‘Netflix’ The Field Of Dreams Game

"Netflix has spent its first MLB season attempting to prove it can create a live sports event that feels different. Now, it has an opportunity to prove it understands something equally important: Different doesn’t always mean more."

Does Your News Audience Want the Truth, And Should You Give It to Them Anyway?

Society is better when people are better informed, but if that’s not motivation enough for you, it’s a business opportunity, too.

Major News Events and the Value of Waiting (or Shutting Up)

You do not gain anything by spreading rumors and speculation and conspiracy theories in the wake of a major news event.

Radio Hosts Shouldn’t Be So Quick to Provide Basic PR Services to Politicians

Guests who don’t want to answer your questions aren’t worth having.

How Your News Operation Can Become the Local Authority

You wanna attract an audience even though people are telling you that your medium is dead or dying? Make content that people in your market absolutely have to listen to, watch, or read.

Pick a Lane: Talk Radio Host or Political Candidate

Talk radio shouldn’t be looking at politicians or wanna-be politicians as hosts, especially when you know they plan to re-enter politics at some point.

The Lost Radio Art of Building a Community Around Your On-Air Product

Your media outlet needs to develop a closer bond with your audience and make them (and you) part of a shared community.

How Radio Professionals Know When Its Time to Hang It Up

If radio still provides you with a creative outlet and a decent salary, by all means, keep going. One day, however, you may find yourself wondering if this is all there is.

It’s Time for News Media to Freshen Up Their Emergency Plans

Be ready for anything. It’s why we do what we do.

Are The Exclusive Podcast Deals Like Joe Rogan and Spotify a Thing of the Past?

I think that, ultimately, advertising and listener donations are going to continue to be how podcast monetization works.

Is Buying a Radio or TV Station Even Feasible in 2024?

For those of you still fantasizing about picking up a radio or TV station on the cheap and putting together the programming of your dreams, how realistic do you think you’re being?

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20 Brands In 20 Days: Brian Michel, KYGO & KOSI, Denver

"What you can't do is create for the community unless you really are part of it and have lived it."

The Industry According To: Frank Kramer, KLOS/Los Angeles

"As much as we have fun in our ridiculousness, the fact that our community comes together to support each other and we are that conduit gives the show and myself more purpose and satisfaction."

Why Netflix Can’t ‘Netflix’ The Field Of Dreams Game

"Netflix has spent its first MLB season attempting to prove it can create a live sports event that feels different. Now, it has an opportunity to prove it understands something equally important: Different doesn’t always mean more."

Why Ben & Woods’ Latest Extensions Could Be Their Grand Finale With 97.3 The Fan

"I got fifteen and a half years in San Diego doing morning radio. The last eight with Ben have been the most magical. Anything beyond that is just gravy for me. Honestly, if I had my way, this would be the last contract maybe."