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38 Years After Rush Limbaugh, Is News/Talk Radio Stuck in the Past?

Some may interpret my conclusion as a slight against Limbaugh. Actually, it's the opposite — it's admiration for what Limbaugh built: a wildly successful format across the country. But at the same time, it feels like there hasn't been much, if any, evolution over four decades.

Lynn Barstow: Alternative Radio Programming Legend

"The station does enjoy top of mind awareness from having that tentpole morning show. It gives us a connection to the audience that just being a music jukebox can't provide."

Why Layoffs at Cumulus Highlight One of Radio’s Biggest Lies to Employees

This industry calls itself the radio business, the media business, the broadcast industry. Nobody calls it the media family. That's not an accident.

Annie Camp on Authenticity, Motherhood, and Solo Mornings in Country Radio

"I got my job by being exactly who I am - loud, silly, opinionated, personable, and relatable."

Cumulus Radio Layoffs Hit Multiple Markets This Week

David@Barrettmedia.com if you have information from affected employees.

Throwback Nation Expands Daily to Three Connoisseur Media Stations

"Throwback Nation continues building its national footprint and affiliate base."

Kayla Hanley Exits WCOL Columbus After Fourteen Years

"I've been given a job opportunity to be home with my girls"

Tee Gentry Retires After 30 Years Beasley Media

"Gentry's commitment to Beasley Media Group, our stations and the communities he has served over the past 30 years has been nothing short of exceptional."

KCAL-FM 96.7 Launches All Music Classic Rock Format

KCAL-FM 96.7 shifts to "All Music, All the Time" classic rock Saturday. Anaheim Broadcasting reduced on-air talk to emphasize songs and artists across generations. What...

Kelly Sutton Launches Weekday Morning Show on WSM Radio

"Truly honored to be entrusted with carrying on the incredible legacy of WSM Radio."

Ann Kelly Exits WDUV Mornings After 38 Years in Tampa

"While we will miss hearing Ann every morning, her impact on our listeners, our station, and Tampa Bay will be felt for generations."

Tony McGinty Takes Afternoons at 107.3 Cleveland Alternative

"Northeast Ohio listeners gain a familiar voice in an established afternoon timeslot"

Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2026 Voting Now Open

"Over 160 broadcast professionals with Texas radio ties entered the nomination process."

Julie Talbott Says AI Won’t Replace Radio Creativity

"Let's identify those and see if AI can reduce the grunt work. "

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Lynn Barstow: Alternative Radio Programming Legend

"The station does enjoy top of mind awareness from having that tentpole morning show. It gives us a connection to the audience that just being a music jukebox can't provide."

Why Layoffs at Cumulus Highlight One of Radio’s Biggest Lies to Employees

This industry calls itself the radio business, the media business, the broadcast industry. Nobody calls it the media family. That's not an accident.

Annie Camp on Authenticity, Motherhood, and Solo Mornings in Country Radio

"I got my job by being exactly who I am - loud, silly, opinionated, personable, and relatable."

Rock Station Crisis Management: Lessons From Taco Bell

"Brands can share little or even no guilt, but when they get sucked into a vortex of nonstop negative PR, no one is letting facts or nuance get in the way. "