"The industry has spent decades telling talent to be genuine, build trust, and create authentic relationships with listeners. Yet when those same qualities extend beyond sports and into the realities of the business itself, they can suddenly be viewed as liabilities instead of strengths."
"I don't think anyone knows exactly what radio will look like in the future, but I do know that local content will be something that becomes even more important."
If the loss of people and brands continues to be inevitable as these companies trudge along, crippled by mismanagement, debt, and private equity pressure, does local radio owe explanations?
"I have always respected Seven Mountains Media's dedication to live, local radio, and their commitment to serving communities, clients, and listeners."
"We're very proud of the radio business, and to me, we would never have had the success over the last 14 years in transforming into a digital-first company without the DNA of radio."
"The industry has spent decades telling talent to be genuine, build trust, and create authentic relationships with listeners. Yet when those same qualities extend beyond sports and into the realities of the business itself, they can suddenly be viewed as liabilities instead of strengths."
"I, somehow, have been able to survive and adapt. My career is full of different chapters. Every one of those chapters, I never really knew if I’d make it out of it."