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September 19, 2019
RJ Curtis, Country Radio Seminar: Country Music by Ken Burns: "This film is intoxicating and addictive."What's your reaction been to the "Country Music" documentary by Ken Burns?
RJ: This film is intoxicating and addictive. It's the book I can't put down; an obsession. I'm glued to every word, fascinated by the images on screen, and mesmerized by the artists they recruited to help weave together these historical mile markers of Country music. I was fortunate to receive an advance copy of the entire series, which I binged the weekend before it debuted. Now, I'm watching each segment again in real time, and it's just as powerful.
A lot of this history I already knew, but this dives even deeper. I've been a part of this format for 40 years and, obviously, love everything about it. Watching this series, I have fallen in love with Country music all over again and developed a much more profound appreciation for it. I think anyone who earns even a small living as part of this genre should be required to watch it and probably own a copy of it.
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September 5, 2019
iHeartMedia EVP/Programming Tony Coles: "Our stations know how to mobilize quickly and respond instantly."
iHeartMedia has stations from Miami to the Carolinas. With Hurricane Dorian placing such an unusually large part of the country in harm's way, how are your hurricane preparations different for coastal vs. inland communities? Tony: The overall focus is the same. Provide ...
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August 21, 2019
RCS Worldwide Pres./CEO Philippe Generali: "Great programmers are not afraid of data ... but this never replaces the creativity."
You have a unique global perspective on radio. Can you highlight the key strengths of radio that transcend language and geography? Philippe: In various countries, radio is measured differently. Electronic measurement (as in the top U.S. markets) is spreading slowly ...
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WRAL (Mix 101.5)/Raleigh, NC is proud to be a live, locally owned station. Can you describe the impact you’ve seen from DJ U, where your evening talent, Doug Miller, puts a local kid on the air, each Thursday from 7-7:30p? Michele:We have gotten great response from DJ ...
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In your research across markets and formats, you've seen firsthand the impact radio has on listeners. As you look at the feedback, what themes consistently emerge? Warren: When it comes to the research we conduct for radio stations, while things have changed dramatically ...
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Contesting and on-air giveaways are baked into radio's DNA. Whether it's a $25 gift card or a brand new car, listeners love to win. What makes radio so good at incorporating contesting into the listening experience? Rachel: Radio offers a unique opportunity to integrate ...
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Deloitte’s Technology, Media, and Telecommunications is a global practice that has been publishing its annual Predictions report since 2001. For 2019, the report features important insights on rapid growth industries such as machine learning, 5G as well as ...
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John Tesh's show is filled with inspiring and uplifting perspectives. What words of wisdom do you have for the Radio Rally Point audience about the strength and resilience of radio? Scott: Always make your content compelling. Always. In this PPM world ... It's not enough ...
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You operate stations in Northern California and last year, wild fires made a devastating impact on the communities you serve. As you look back, what helps local radio stand out in these situations? Dave: Two things come to mind. Information: The heavy car traffic ...
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While many AC stations do their best to avoid controversy, you find ways to use it to your advantage. Specifically, during the 2014 World Series between the Giants and the Royals, KOIT/ San Francisco banned “Royals” by Lorde. More recently, you entered the holiday ...
