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Surviving a Radio Layoff: Advice From Someone Who’s Been There
"Career grief is a profound sense of loss tied not just to a job role, but to identity, purpose, and self-worth. That grief hits differently in radio."
Barrett Media Offering FREE Summit Tickets to Media Pros Who Lost Work in 2026
"The last thing I'm worried about are ticket sales. I'd rather play a part in helping someone learn a few things, and making a valuable connection to get back on their feet."
Radio Personalities Are Why People Listen — So Why Does the Industry Keep Cutting Them?
Whether radio leaders want this to be true or not, the data is unambiguous: in radio, people are the commodity. Listeners want entertainment. They want connection. They want it for free.
iHeartMedia Begins Round of Layoffs Affecting Management, Sales Staffs
iHeartMedia has begun a round of layoffs that includes management and sales departments throughout the company.
If you or someone you know is affected,...
Audacy Layoffs Continue, New Regional Leadership Structure Announced
The layoffs come after the company has announced moves in its upper management ranks.
Why Leaving Radio Is More Difficult Than Anyone Admits
"Leaving radio isn’t really about finding another job. It requires a redefining of who you are when the mic or the station logo isn’t synonymous with your name anymore."
Off-Mic, Part 5: The Next Chapter – Landing Somewhere New
"You’re not 'off-mic'. You’re just broadcasting on a new frequency."
Off-Mic, Part 4: Generating Income While You Pivot
"Earning while you pivot isn’t just survival. It’s exploration."
Off-Mic, Part 3: Building New Opportunity – Networking, Personal Brand, and New Channels
"Your brand doesn’t end when your show does."
Off-Mic, Part 2: Reassessing Your Identity and Transferable Skills
"There’s never been a better time to repackage your talent for new audiences and industries."