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Donald Trump: I Am Banning CNN, MS NOW, Politico From White House

Trump didn't identify specific stories that prompted the decision or explain how the restrictions will be implemented.

Evan Roberts Suggests Howie Rose’s Final Call Be Opening Day 2027 if Sunday Has Weather Delays

"You'll get plenty of more opening days. Let Howie and Keith Raad finish it the right way with 40,000 people, with optimism, hope, and then Howie can drop the mic and say I'm out."

SubmitHub Bans AI Music From Its Promotion Services

"We want to build a platform that actually helps people promote real music."

It’s Time For Music Radio To Evaluate The Slogan

A friend who encouraged us to revisit this topic called slogans – “soul-sucking.” Spot. On. The best brands are defined by their experience.

Consultant’s Corner: Ron Harrell Harrell Media Group

Radio is searching for a new story. The book is an all-time best-seller full of audience-engaging dramas, thrillers, and advertising celebrations.

Radio Stations Enjoy Greater Success When Prioritizing the Music and Eliminating Bad Songs

Focusing on the content that comprises 75-80% of an hour of your radio station is the most important place to start - the music.

A Branding Lesson From Pretzels, Napkins, And Coffee Mugs

Pretzels, napkins, coffee mugs. What’s the big deal? The attempt to make the mundane more imaginative or the routine a bit unusual is the deal.

Why Your Radio Station Needs a ‘Director Of Cool’

“What is this D.O.C.?” he asked. I explained it was the Director of Cool, a full-time employee with no other duties—no air shift, music scheduling, production, or marketing/promotions responsibilities—nothing.

Communicating and Navigating Ratings Wobbles

Programmers and Brand/Content leaders would have better blood pressure and fewer forehead wrinkles if we could respond to the wobbles as we react to the stock markets by saying, “Wow.”

Have You Talked To A Radio Listener or Follower Today?

Friends Don’t Need a Script.

Tom Kent’s Last Gift Reminds Radio Always To Be Prepared.

"How are we preparing our brands for next stages? A long illness like the one Tom was fighting gave his organization time to prepare and make sure his affiliates were covered when the day came."

Barrett Media Hires Ron Harrell, Robby Bridges, and Kevin Robinson as Music Radio Columnists

"I knew we needed folks who love to write, are passionate about the business, and have different experiences. I think our first three columnists reflect that, and I'm thrilled to have them joining our team."

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Evan Roberts Suggests Howie Rose’s Final Call Be Opening Day 2027 if Sunday Has Weather Delays

"You'll get plenty of more opening days. Let Howie and Keith Raad finish it the right way with 40,000 people, with optimism, hope, and then Howie can drop the mic and say I'm out."

Major Garrett’s CBS News Podcast ‘The Takeout’ Adds New Election Segments with VoteHub Partnership

CBS News is expanding The Takeout with Major Garrett...

SubmitHub Bans AI Music From Its Promotion Services

"We want to build a platform that actually helps people promote real music."

Xperi Data Shows Radio Listenership More Than Doubled On NFL’s Opening Sunday

"Overall Sunday audience share jumped 60% on average. Pre-game listening rose 111% heading into kickoff, and post-game audiences grew 152%."