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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."

Buffalo Bills Radio Voice John Murphy Suffers Stroke

"He is now recovering at home."

Jeremy White: Ryan Fitzpatrick Will Be Shirtless On Amazon Prime Video Tonight

"They start the broadcast, and Fitz is seated at the table, shirtless."

Countdown to Coverage: Best Local Radio Show For NFL Fans

"Whether they are doing something very different or just offering a deeper dive than most, quality content should be recognized."

Pete Weber Joins Howard and Jeremy to Celebrate 100 Years of WGR 550

Howard and Jeremy continue to celebrate the 100th birthday of WGR 550 by welcoming in Pete Weber to reminisce about his time as sports director at the station.

Schopp & Bulldog: NFL Has To Figure Out Pro Bowl Alternative That Draws Same Audience

"The game just could not be less interesting."

WGR Turns 100 Years Old

"On May 22, 1922, it became the first commercially licensed station to offer uninterrupted service to Western New York."

Barrett Sports Media’s Top 20 Mid Market Sports Radio Stations of 2021

"A total of 57 sports radio stations were eligible for voting consideration in the Mid Market Sports Radio Stations category."

Barrett Sports Media’s Top 20 Mid Market Sports Radio Stations of 2020

"As decided by radio industry executives, here are the Top 20 Mid Market Sports Radio Stations of 2020."

Barrett Sports Media’s Top 20 Mid Market Afternoon Shows of 2020

As decided on by radio industry executives, BSM reveals the Top 20 Mid Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows of 2020.

Barrett Sports Media’s Top 20 Mid Market Midday Sports Radio Shows of 2020

The BSM Top 20 of 2020 rolls on, as we recognize the best in sports radio for the sixth year, one which none of...

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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."