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The Return To KNBR I Never Saw Coming

"I'm excited to be back in the game, grateful for another opportunity. I'm confident I can earn the trust of Bay Area listeners all over again. More than anything, I'm hopeful my friend Greg Papa wins the only battle that really matters."

20 Brands In 20 Days: Mike Street, WPGC, Washington D.C.

"For a while, especially with mainstream hip hop and R&B, if it was new, you could just play it and it worked. But you have to be a bit more discerning these days."

Spotify’s Skip Ahead Feature Isn’t The Threat Podcasting Thinks It Is

"If a single button is enough to break the relationship between a creator and an audience, then that relationship probably wasn't as strong as we thought."

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.

The Radio Hall of Fame Welcomes the Class of 2025

“The Swissotel in Chicago, Illinois served as the location for this year’s event, where the radio industry’s best were recognized for their contributions.”

How JT Springer Connects Dallas Radio, Community, and Compassion

"What’s unique about North Texas for me is that I’ve lived here my whole life, and I lean into that."

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...

Did Classic Rock Radio Capture the Spirit of Rush?

"Did Classic Rock radio take full advantage of the moment?"

2025 Marconi Award Winners Announced in New York City

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

When The Music Dies, Where Is Radio? 

It’s been a tough week in music. D’Angelo, Ace Frehley and Sam Rivers are gone. Tough indeed. With my history in rock radio, I’m going to...

Radio Remembers KISS Guitarist and Rock Legend, Ace Frehley

"Following the news, members of the radio and music industries flocked to social media to remember the legendary guitarist."

Why Clients Who Think Radio Advertising is Dead Are Dead Wrong

"If clients are ignoring a medium that still dominates reach, owns local markets, and delivers affordable impact, they’re not “innovative” - they’re leaving money on the table."

The Psychology of Feedback: What Every Radio Program Director Should Know

"Getting the best out of talent and knowing what and how to coach are learned skills."

Chris Payne Keeps Reno Rocking With Passion and Purpose

"Reno is unlike other markets. Our community is so tight that you’ll run into your favorite broadcast personalities at just about any event in town, no matter what’s happening."

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20 Brands In 20 Days: Mike Street, WPGC, Washington D.C.

"For a while, especially with mainstream hip hop and R&B, if it was new, you could just play it and it worked. But you have to be a bit more discerning these days."

Spotify’s Skip Ahead Feature Isn’t The Threat Podcasting Thinks It Is

"If a single button is enough to break the relationship between a creator and an audience, then that relationship probably wasn't as strong as we thought."

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."