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Meet The Leaders: Lainie Fertick, President, iHeartMedia Insights

"Our promise is to put on real life human voices in our radio hosts and podcasters. To ensure that there would always be a human, there had all sorts of consequences from listeners being so thankful for that promise. But also for our own employees."

Why Braiden Bell Deserves to Be Re-Hired by the Portland Trail Blazers

"The Portland Trail Blazers can't have it both ways. No employer should."

Fox News at 30: How the Network Kept Pivoting to Stay on Top

The road hasn't always been smooth. But Fox News has continually found ways to stay on top.

Why Mike Ryan Ruiz Believes The Dan Le Batard Show Still Has More Stories to Tell

"Sports always had a starch to it where the gatekeepers didn't allow a lot of what we provided. We changed the industry in many ways, and I don't know if we get the proper respect for it."

Why Bluey and The Big Bang Theory Prove Classic Rock Radio Hits Don’t Burn

The simple fact is big hits do not burn. And today, my proof comes from outside the industry.

Paul Marshall Out At Sacramento’s 98 Rock

"Well…this one hurts. As of right now, I have been what they call R.I.F.d. It’s another way of saying laid-off. I lost my job."

Why Rock Radio Should Stop Programming Like Listeners Are There 24/7

Radio works hard to fill 24 hours with mostly unique content every hour. That isn’t necessary in 2026.

How Radio Can Correct a Broken Music Discovery Experience

"Radio can serve as the music listener’s escape while also allowing for entertaining discourse and conversation. These methods can ultimately lead to radio becoming a destination for music discovery."

Why John Corabi’s ‘New Day’ Is a Milestone Moment and One of Rock’s Best Records

"Whenever my time comes, they look at The Scream, Motley Crue, Union, or the solo stuff I've done. The Dead Daisies stuff I've done. Look at the whole body of work and say it was consistent. John was consistent. That’s all I can really ask for."

Super Bowl Ads Prove Classic Rock Still Sells

Here’s a look at some winners and losers and, in some cases, a thought about how the song is being rotated at radio stations.

Chet Buchanan Out at 98.5 KLUC Las Vegas

"Your voice, leadership, and commitment to our listeners have helped define KLUC and its role in the Las Vegas community for nearly three decades and for that we greatly appreciate you."

How Matt Cord Finds Continued Success Stepping Into the Shoes of Legends

"You don't want to be that much different than what it was before. I know this city and the listeners. They are extremely loyal and they don't like change."

Why Radio’s Silent Goodbyes Are Bad for Business

There’s rarely closure. There’s almost never an on-air “goodbye,” and once they’re escorted out of the building, it’s usually crickets.

Why Did Green Day, Bad Bunny Remain Politically Silent in Their Super Bowl LX Performances

"There’s something to be said for the idea that two politically active global artists performed on the biggest stage in American sports. Moreover the decision to let the music speak for itself."

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Why Braiden Bell Deserves to Be Re-Hired by the Portland Trail Blazers

"The Portland Trail Blazers can't have it both ways. No employer should."

Fox News at 30: How the Network Kept Pivoting to Stay on Top

The road hasn't always been smooth. But Fox News has continually found ways to stay on top.

Why Mike Ryan Ruiz Believes The Dan Le Batard Show Still Has More Stories to Tell

"Sports always had a starch to it where the gatekeepers didn't allow a lot of what we provided. We changed the industry in many ways, and I don't know if we get the proper respect for it."

The Industry According To: Sam Milkman, Coleman Insights

"Following research too literally could cause someone to shave off all the edges and stick to a plan that is too safe."