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Sports Radio Can’t Develop Talent If Programmers Are Too Busy Becoming Talent

"Programming is supposed to be about developing talent, building brands, creating opportunities and preparing the next person to take the next step. When the person responsible for doing those things becomes part of the talent lineup, the priorities inevitably become blurred."

Dolly Parton’s Death Shows Radio’s Real Power

When news broke yesterday that Dolly Parton had died...

SuperTalk 99.7 WTN, Matt Murphy Delivered Broadcast Excellence on Dolly Parton’s Passing

Dolly Parton gave America so much for so long. It's only fitting that her hometown station gave her the send-off she earned.

20 Brands in 20 Days: Eric Wellman, Q104.3

"The playlist spans from Elton John to Linkin Park — a four-generation bandwidth that most radio formats wouldn't dare attempt."

Music Radio Reacts: First Listen Impressions on Drake’s Triple Album Drop

"The responses ranged from impressed to underwhelmed, with most landing somewhere in between."

New Rolling Stones Music and Classic Rock’s Missed Opportunity

"Classic Rock radio's response to these releases was the equivalent of a big yawn."

Jared James Nichols: Rock’s Next Great Guitar Hero

"Gibson...announced me as a brand ambassador alongside Slash, Dave Mustaine, Jerry Cantrell, Lzzy Hale. It's crazy."

Barrett Media Introducing ‘The Scott Shannon Award’ at the 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit

"When an individual in the radio business creates this type of impact, it deserves to be remembered and celebrated annually. So we are going to do just that."

Radio Weighs in on What Drake’s Iceman Must Deliver

"Drake needs to take back the crown. Hip Hop's been a little slow on the massive hits so far this year."

The Ultimate Memorial Day Weekend Guide for Rock Radio Programmers

"One’s a party, one’s very music-intensive, and the other is sentimental. But Memorial Day weekend isn’t just one lane — it’s a spectrum."

Lou Brutus Reflects on 30 Years of Hard Drive and Rock Radio

“I used to have Professional Music Fan on my cards. It was the best answer when people asked what I did for a living. I could explain that I am a music fan who went pro.”

Big Jim O’Brien Out at WCSX After 24 Years

"Detroit has been my home for 24 years, and I'm proud of everything we built together. More to come soon."

Country Radio’s Super Bowl: How to Actually Win the Summer Concert Season

"These aren't just concerts; they are massive cultural moments for our audience."

Why Your Morning Show Sounds Like Everyone Else’s

"When I heard three different shows in different parts of the country doing the same phone topic, I screamed. It's the damn morning show prep service."

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Dolly Parton’s Death Shows Radio’s Real Power

When news broke yesterday that Dolly Parton had died...

SuperTalk 99.7 WTN, Matt Murphy Delivered Broadcast Excellence on Dolly Parton’s Passing

Dolly Parton gave America so much for so long. It's only fitting that her hometown station gave her the send-off she earned.

20 Brands in 20 Days: Eric Wellman, Q104.3

"The playlist spans from Elton John to Linkin Park — a four-generation bandwidth that most radio formats wouldn't dare attempt."

How Rece Davis Plans To Build on College GameDay’s Legacy Ahead of a Historic 40th Season

"The fact that they’ve decided that we’re worthy of their time and attention over the years is something I’m very grateful for."