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Coaching Talent Without Confrontation
A highly successful program director whom I was working with in a large market a few years ago reluctantly confided in me that the real reason he had been avoiding
Are You Ready for Nerd Super Bowl?
Election season has begun. NPR’s Mara Liasson called it on air – Biden and Trump are the presumptive nominees. The four-year election cycle offers big opportunities for public radio news
Embracing the Digital Wave: The Imperative for Radio (aka Audio) in 2024
In the dynamic landscape of radio, adapting to technological advancements is crucial for staying relevant and reaching wider audiences. In Mike Henry’s most recent blog, “2024 - The Tipping Point
2024 – The Tipping Point From “Radio” To “Digital Audio”
In 2009 the country was entering the Great Recession, and radio was faced with hurricane force crosswinds. Everyone was searching for solutions, including yours truly and all our clients. That
A Real-Life Giant
Recently, former Susquehanna Radio Broadcasting CEO David Kennedy was inducted in the prestigious Giants of Broadcasting club. Formally known as the Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts and staged by
Coach Instead of Manage
The headline of an October 16, 2023 article in Fortune magazine says, “Nearly all bosses are accidental with no formal training, and research shows it’s leading 1 in 3 workers
Paragon — 35 Years of Radio Change
Paragon turned 35 this year, and as I reflect on radio in 1988 vs. 2023, the changes are gigantic. Radio in 1988 was closer in technology, sound, and spirit to
Public Radio Community Engagement Fills Vital Local Voids
To find the role of Community Engagement in public radio, we must consider the broader context of American society. Our nation is undergoing a transformative shift, with societal aspects evolving
Culture Vulture
I’ve been in broadcasting for over four decades and worn many hats. I started as an intern out of college and ended up as a consultant, with stops along the
Latest Social Media Strategy Trends for Radio: Part 2 of 2
At the end of September I released part one of Social Media Strategy trends. In this dynamic space, these strategies are constantly evolving and it’s my job to help stations
Latest Social Media Strategy Trends for Radio: Part 1 of 2
At this point, we know that social media is a necessary and powerful tool for radio stations to engage with their audience, promote content, build a loyal following and extend
Will Radio Remain a Pastime or Become A Past Time?
We are about to complete the 2023 regular season of Major League Baseball that experienced what has been described as the greatest rules change in the history of sports. Some