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The Industry According to Gary Jay, Land Shark Promotion Studio

"Radio cannot afford to become a tired jukebox with 15 minutes of commercials every hour."

Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

Mike Salk Expands Role as Part of Bonneville Seattle Management Changes

"Mike Salk takes on the newly created position of director of programming for Bonneville Seattle overseeing 710 ESPN Seattle, KIRO-FM, and News/Talk KTTH-AM."

Lessons Learned at the BSM Chicago Programming Summit

When I’m in the moment it can be difficult to enjoy and appreciate the wins. My mind is always thinking about the next challenge...

BSM Programming Summit Day 2

We’re live in Chicago for day 2 of the inaugural Barrett Sports Media programming summit hosted by Jason Barrett. This blog will be updated...

790 The Ticket’s Len Weiner Adds WQAM PD Duties

Normally a company recognizes an employee's birthday by providing cake in the office, an internal acknowledgement via email or by posting the announcement somewhere...

The Top 20 Major Market Program Director’s of 2017 Are…

Much of the focus of the BSM Top 20 in sports radio revolves around the on-air talent. For good reason, they're the people who...

BSM Podcast – Season 2 – Episode 3 – Bob Fescoe – 610 Sports

On the third episode of Season 2, Jason starts with The 5 in 5. This week's topics include Jim Rome's Smackoff, Jay Bilas' issue with...

How Much Does Being Right Matter?

Sports is a subjective business. On the field or court, players are paid a lot of money to perform and make sound decisions. We...

WQAM and the Miami Hurricanes Extend Their Deal

Sports Radio 560 WQAM and the University of Miami have announced a multi-year extension for the station to continue as the flagship radio home...

The Top 20 Major Market Program Directors of 2016 Are…

For the past four days, the on-air talent have been the focus of conversation. But now it's time to recognize the brand leaders who...

Mike Wickett To Leave 105.7 The Fan in Milwaukee

Mike Wickett announced this morning that he'll be leaving 105.7 The Fan in Milwaukee after nine and a half years with the radio station....

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Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

How Matt Barrie Is Prepared To Tackle the Challenge of Hosting SEC Nation

"If you're a college football junkie like I am, there are few jobs with ESPN that scratch that itch. SEC Nation is one of them."