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How Armstrong & Getty Built a Show by Refusing to Sound Like Anyone Else

"I think we decided very early in our careers — decades ago — that we were going to do it our way. And if we failed, we would never wonder, 'Gosh, I wonder what would happen if we'd done it our way.'"

20 Brands In 20 Days: Brian Michel, KYGO & KOSI, Denver

"What you can't do is create for the community unless you really are part of it and have lived it."

The Industry According To: Frank Kramer, KLOS/Los Angeles

"As much as we have fun in our ridiculousness, the fact that our community comes together to support each other and we are that conduit gives the show and myself more purpose and satisfaction."

Why Netflix Can’t ‘Netflix’ The Field Of Dreams Game

"Netflix has spent its first MLB season attempting to prove it can create a live sports event that feels different. Now, it has an opportunity to prove it understands something equally important: Different doesn’t always mean more."

Sports Media Sensitivities Are Getting Out of Hand

"The immaturity and accusatory behavior has to stop. If this is how we're going to operate every time a personality offers a strong point of view, the future of the sports media business is in big trouble."

Sometimes It Pays Not To Have a 5-Year Plan

"When you consider that 20% of small businesses fail in their first year, 30% of small businesses fail in their second year, and 50% of small businesses fail after five years, it's rewarding to know that we've beaten the odds so far."

Investing In Your Brand Produces The Best Rewards

"Our goal is to educate, motivate, and entertain people in the industry thru the work we do, while helping and connecting partners to those who can benefit their brands."

Entercom Announces Management Promotions and Additions

"CEO David Field issued an internal memo last night announcing the promotion of 10 key people and the addition of another."

Sports Radio Must Address Its Own Minority Issues

"Radio companies have made it a priority to give women and minorities more opportunities at the Market Manager level, but it doesn't excuse a lack of progress in programming."

The Broadcast World Remembers 3/12/2020

"On an off day in Arizona the news came down: no baseball for a while. Wow, this is really happening! A virus that seemed so far away several weeks ago came close to home."

When Sports Goes Dark, Sports Radio Must Bring The Light

"What do you do when sports goes dark? The same thing you've always done, inform and entertain."

The Symptoms Of Coronavirus In Sports Media

"Before getting too much more into how this will factor into coverage of these teams, let me say, I don’t blame these leagues at all. I understand that protecting your players and staff is of the utmost importance, and it should be."

Points to Ponder From The 2020 BSM Summit

"Jason Barrett reflects on some key moments from the 2020 BSM Summit."

Barstool Sports CEO Erika Nardini to Speak at the 2020 BSM Summit

"Barstool Sports CEO Erika Nardini will join BSM President Jason Barrett for a conversation at the 2020 BSM Summit."

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20 Brands In 20 Days: Brian Michel, KYGO & KOSI, Denver

"What you can't do is create for the community unless you really are part of it and have lived it."

The Industry According To: Frank Kramer, KLOS/Los Angeles

"As much as we have fun in our ridiculousness, the fact that our community comes together to support each other and we are that conduit gives the show and myself more purpose and satisfaction."

Why Netflix Can’t ‘Netflix’ The Field Of Dreams Game

"Netflix has spent its first MLB season attempting to prove it can create a live sports event that feels different. Now, it has an opportunity to prove it understands something equally important: Different doesn’t always mean more."

Why Ben & Woods’ Latest Extensions Could Be Their Grand Finale With 97.3 The Fan

"I got fifteen and a half years in San Diego doing morning radio. The last eight with Ben have been the most magical. Anything beyond that is just gravy for me. Honestly, if I had my way, this would be the last contract maybe."