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Hubbard Taps Kris Valentine to Lead Alexandria and Wadena Radio Stations

“I’m incredibly excited to return to Hubbard and take on the General Manager role for Alexandria and Wadena."

New iHeartRadio Lite Mode Simplifies Listening on iPhone and Android

"This new ability to toggle between full functionality and Lite Mode, which has just the essentials, gives them the opportunity to make every experience the right one for them.”

ESPN Monday Night Football Cowboys-Eagles Ties Week Seven Record On Network

"The Cowboys-Eagles game on Oct. 26 averaged 18.8 million viewers across ESPN’s family of networks."

David Samson Underestimated What Radio Means to Baseball

"We don’t need baseball on radio anymore."

The Return of Resonance: Olivia Dean and the End of the Viral Era

Forget the 15-second dopamine chase. Olivia Dean just proved that attention spans aren’t dying, they're just tired of bad songs. The past five years...

If You’re Not Playing Taylor Swift Right Now, You’re Doing Radio Wrong

Radio can’t win by pretending to be a streamer. It wins by being alive. By being reactive, and slightly unhinged when culture calls for it.

Toast to 10: Barrett Media’s Plans For 2026

“Here’s what we have planned to serve our readers and partners in 2026.”

Phil Becker’s Fearless Blueprint for Radio’s Future

“I don’t believe the sky is falling. I just believe the color’s changing."

Greg Beharrell Expands to Country on 98.7 The Bull, Portland

“I can’t tell you how happy I am to have a second type of ranch in my life.”

B-Dub Returns to Portland for Afternoons on 98.7 The Bull

“I got my start in Country radio at KUPL back in 2010, so stepping back into the studio at 98.7 The Bull live, local, and loud every afternoon truly feels like coming home."

98.7 The Bull Portland Taps Jamie Tanchyk for Middays

This move follows the recent exit of Danny Dwyer and Jake Byron.

Ross MacLeod Named Operations Manager for Alpha Media Portland

"MacLeod's arrival is seen as a strategic move to strengthen the company’s programming leadership and elevate content across its platforms."

What if the Sports Media Industry Had a Free Agency Period?

"It may not be a reality during my lifetime, but it sure is fun to imagine the possibilities."

A Message to the Advertising Industry, New Sports Editor, AI Ashley, and the 2025 BNM Summit

"This is simply a call on others in the advertising world to take a second look, and consider spending a few hours learning and connecting with others who can help improve their client's businesses."

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New iHeartRadio Lite Mode Simplifies Listening on iPhone and Android

"This new ability to toggle between full functionality and Lite Mode, which has just the essentials, gives them the opportunity to make every experience the right one for them.”

ESPN Monday Night Football Cowboys-Eagles Ties Week Seven Record On Network

"The Cowboys-Eagles game on Oct. 26 averaged 18.8 million viewers across ESPN’s family of networks."

David Samson Underestimated What Radio Means to Baseball

"We don’t need baseball on radio anymore."

Why Fox News’ Ratings Slump Isn’t the Warning Sign Everyone Thinks

People are tired, man. And oftentimes, the most likely answer is the correct one.