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Troy Aikman’s Free Agency Should Push NFL Networks to Stop Overpaying Old Names

"I'm not proposing we escort Aikman or Collinsworth out with a gold watch and complimentary headset. I'm asking for competition, opportunity and imagination."

Why Podcasting Looks More Like Radio Than Ever in 2026

Putting out a consistent product on a daily, or at least weekly, basis is hard. It’s not digging ditches, but it’s also not what many celebrities expected when they cracked a mic for the first time to record their inaugural podcast episode.

Why 98 Rock’s Abe Kanan Believes in Live Radio

For a long time, having a one-person morning show...

How ESPN’s College Football Live Is Quietly Becoming One of Its Best Shows

"College Football Live might not have the profile of College GameDay, NFL Live or NBA Today, but it is among ESPN’s best-produced and best-directed programs."

The Industry According To….Kevin LeGrett, Beasley Media Group

"We have a much more intentional mission: to be the most effective, highly trained marketing team in the local markets we serve."

The Industry According To….Woody, Premiere Networks

"I don’t believe in “local for the sake of being local.” Just because it’s local doesn’t mean it’s interesting."

Why the Barrett Media Top 20 Lists Matter to Music Radio Professionals

Where else would you find national shows winning in some formats and great local talent in Philly, Detroit, and Boston winning in others?

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Active/Modern Rock Radio Shows of 2025

"One hundred and seventy nine (179) Rock radio shows appeared on ballots turned in by our voters."

The Passing of Pierre Robert Tops Barrett Media’s Top 5 Music Radio Stories of 2025

"Legends come and go in all industries, but the loss of Robert left a giant sized hole in the heart and soul of WMMR and the entire radio industry."

The Final Conversation with Pierre Robert

"I’m going to do my best to capture everything we discussed and do justice to the thoughts and stories of a person I didn’t know well but also felt like I knew instantly."

Pierre Robert Belongs in the Radio Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

"Pierre was 70 years old when he passed, and was as successful and important today as he was in the 80's, 90's, 00's and 10's."

2025 Marconi Award Winners Announced in New York City

"Twenty three awards in total were given out during the ceremony."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Rock Radio Shows of 2024

"75 Active/Modern rock radio shows appeared on ballots turned in by our voters."

20 Brands In 20 Days: Chuck Damico, WMMR, Philadephia

When I was a kid, I convinced my parents to let me wear my WMMR sweatshirt in my school picture. I didn’t really understand the psychology of it then; I just knew I loved the radio station enough to want to wear the logo.

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Why Podcasting Looks More Like Radio Than Ever in 2026

Putting out a consistent product on a daily, or at least weekly, basis is hard. It’s not digging ditches, but it’s also not what many celebrities expected when they cracked a mic for the first time to record their inaugural podcast episode.

Why 98 Rock’s Abe Kanan Believes in Live Radio

For a long time, having a one-person morning show...

How ESPN’s College Football Live Is Quietly Becoming One of Its Best Shows

"College Football Live might not have the profile of College GameDay, NFL Live or NBA Today, but it is among ESPN’s best-produced and best-directed programs."

The Listener Lens: Why Radio Must Put the Audience First

"I made up the term Listener Needs Analysis, but the core concept should be the absolute foundation of our entire business."