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The Industry According To: Kathleen, Kesley, & Chris, Columbia Records

"Relationships matter. Analytics matter. Being able to speak the language matters."

Why TikTok Followers Don’t Equal Radio Talent

"Some creators can. Others simply do not translate."

Tom Brady’s Viral Weekend Was A Business Lesson Sports Media Missed

"Far too many were eager to mock a staged wrestling angle, a promotional appearance, or a calculated branding move that they overlooked what was actually happening."

Why Cumulus Sees Xperi Data as a Big Data Breakthrough for Radio

"We're excited because we feel this is a step forward in using technology to change the way people think about radio. This is really the big data moment for radio, at least as we see it."

Sean McDonough Named 2025 NSMA Sportscaster of the Year

"I’ve joked I’ve been the Susan Lucci of that award."

ESPN Announces Commentary Teams For Upcoming Primary College Football Playoff Broadcasts

"Despite the involvement of outside partners, ESPN will supply commentary crews for every game of the postseason"

Toast to 10: The Power of Connection Through Barrett Media

"Thanks to Barrett Media, I’ve maintained professional relationships with several of these top-tier broadcasters. Connections are so important in our business"

Why NBA TV’s ‘Free Agent Fever’ Is Must-Watch for Hoops Fans This Offseason

"Make no mistake, Free Agent Fever and NBA free agency are all about the business end of the game"

ESPN Announces MegaCast Plans for College Football Playoff Semifinals

Airing on ESPN2 during both games will be "Field Pass with The Pat McAfee Show," an alternate broadcast returning for its third consecutive season

ESPN Names Broadcast Teams for MLB Wild Card Round

As Major League Baseball needs an extra day to work out all of the playoff spots for the Wild Card round, ESPN has announced...

The Worst Time of the Year for Sports Radio Can be a Great Time for Sales and Marketing

This would be a great time to play into the nostalgia of your local sports market and have programming geared towards highlighting former players, coaches, broadcasters and more.

Would You Recommend Someone Pursue a Career in Radio Right Now?

If you are reading this and are thinking about a career in this business, don't limit yourself.

Sean McDonough: Lack of Energy Criticism ‘Bothered Me’

"I hope people who’ve heard me over the years know that’s not the way I usually sound, and maybe I shouldn’t have tried to power through it."

Sean McDonough on WEEI: Doing Red Sox Games When They Are 20 Games Out is Not Fun

"You want to do games that are meaningful and fans want to go to games that are meaningful. The prospect of that is low, given recent results...and the 'nothing burger' that they've done this winter."

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"We're excited because we feel this is a step forward in using technology to change the way people think about radio. This is really the big data moment for radio, at least as we see it."

A.I. in Radio: Where Is the Uncrossable Line?

"A.I. does not live in local markets, play games at your remotes, connect with listeners, or comprehend what culture you have built inside your cluster."