In this episode of Radio Influencers, host and consultant Andy Meadows discusses the discrepancies between radio airplay and actual music consumption data across various formats, including country, hot AC, urban (hip hop), and rock/alternative. He offers grades for each format and provides insights into how streaming and sales data can help inform …

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows speaks with Jay Nachlis, VP and Consultant at Coleman Insights, about his journey in radio, the importance of data and research in building audiences, and the evolving landscape of radio and podcasting. They discuss tools for audience analysis, the significance of perceptual studies, and brand…

In this episode of Radio Influencers, Andy Meadows discusses the increasing popularity of Christmas music, especially in the post-pandemic era. He highlights the trend of radio stations starting their Christmas programming earlier each year and emphasizes the importance of classic Christmas songs in holiday playlists. The conversation also touches …

In this conversation, Andy Meadows and Rhyme Media CEO Dan Bobkoff explore the evolution of podcasting from radio, emphasizing the unique intimacy of the medium. They discuss the challenges and opportunities for radio talent transitioning to podcasting, the importance of authenticity in delivery, and common mistakes made during interviews. Dan shar…

This week we decided to go back and share best of clips from our last twenty episodes to highlight some of the amazing guests we've had. We cover a wide range of radio topics including how radio people are successfully using social media, the importance of creating video content, the power of constructive criticism, radio selling against other medi…

Host Andy Meadows discusses the evolution of home studios in the radio industry, driven by advancements in technology and the creator economy. He shares insights on his own home studio setup, including mic, camera and lighting equipment recommendations and the affordability of creating professional-quality content. Meadows also explores the opportu…

In this episode of Radio Influencers, Andy Meadows discusses the critical role of video content in modern radio. He emphasizes the need for radio stations to adopt video strategies, including live broadcasts and pre-recorded interviews, to enhance engagement and attract sponsorships. The conversation also explores two platforms, Riverside and Strea…

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows speaks with Research Director Inc CEO Marc Greenspan, a seasoned expert in radio research and Nielsen ratings. They discuss Marc's journey into the radio industry, the tools available for analyzing Nielsen ratings, and the implications of Nielsen's recent change from five to three minutes for …

Host Andy Meadows discusses how a major potential Nielsen change could massively impact radio and the challenges with how they measure listenership. Plus, he breaks down a few other ways radio can get better, more accurate audience estimates. Like RadioPlayer and DTS Autostage, audio fingerprint technology, radio research companies and creating you…

This week host and radio consultant Andy Meadows shares his thoughts on how stations should handle music scandals. Andy gives specific advice on the recent Garth Brooks allegations and P Diddy charges. Plus, he looks back and past scandals, including Michael Jackson, R. Kelly, Milli Vanilli, Morgan Wallen and the Dixie Chicks. You can also watch th…

Host Andy Meadows responds directly to a handful of the best comments we've gotten on Radio Update articles so far. Including a reader responding to Tracy Johnson's Call In To Win Contests Don't Work article with an exception, one praising John Lund's Ratings Refresh article and asking for advice to help with a disengaged air staff, a FB commenter …

This week we highlight a few podcasters who are using events and live broadcasts to engage and interact with their fans and discuss what radio could learn from them. Podcasts like Kill Tony, TigerBelly, Smartless, Are You Garbage, First Date and Blogging the Boys. Plus, at the end Andy shares the one thing to know about starting a brand-new podcast…

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with Christina Olivarez the owner of The Social Butterfly Gal and Hustle & Socialize. She's an award-winning visibility and business coach, social media expert and TedX Speaker based in San Antonio, Texas. The two talk about changes to the Instagram algorithm, partnering with influencers at the local le…

This week we look at a handful of the top podcasters to see what lessons radio personalities could learn from them. Podcasters like Joe Rogan, the Smartless guys, Sarah Silverman, the Kelce Brothers, Theo Von, Dave Ramsey, Conan O'Brien and more. Plus, at the end Andy shares the one thing all of these top podcasters have in common. You can also wat…

We've put together the best digital tips and tricks our guests have shared so far on Radio Influencers. Clips include Danny Hill's Instagram Hack, why Julie Bortnick says you can't over post, Brent Hoodenpyle's thoughts on the subscription model, TJ Taormino (The TJ Show) and localized digital content, John Reynolds on how we can make radio studios…

This week we decided to go back and share some of the best radio origin stories we've collected over the first 24 episodes of Radio Influencers. If you'd like to share your radio origin story, how you got into radio, video it and email andy@radiostationconsultant.com. Part one clips include Mike Moore, TJ Taormina, Devon Shuman, Tim McCarthy, Reaga…

Tirzah Thornburg, Senior Talent Analyst at The Center For Sales Strategy, speaks with Radio Station Consultant's Andy Meadows about motivating salespeople, identifying and managing to employee strengths, creating an intentional company culture, being flexible on communication styles, the importance of staff outings, her book recommendations and mor…

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with Kelly George a certified Talent Analyst at The Center for Sales Strategy and Engagement Specialist at Up Your Culture. The two talk about The Company Culture Report, how to improve employee engagement, quiet quitting, radio's work/life balance struggle, lead by example managers, the importance of c…

Over the first 21 episodes we noticed that the topic of AI came up a lot. So, this week we decided to share clips of a few of our amazing guests giving their opinion on how radio should and shouldn't be using AI. Like Tracy Johnson's thoughts on AI's impact on music and radio, AI video editing tools John Reynolds uses, Maryanne McWhirter's thoughts…

Devon Shuman, SVP of Sales at Gen Media Partners, speaks with Radio Station Consultant's Andy Meadows about how small and medium market stations can get national ad dollars, why it helps to have a rep, what's changed in national sales over her career, direct brand marketing, her Small Market Secret Sauce podcast and more. You can also watch the ful…

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with Danny Hill, the owner of Hill Broadcasting in Bakersfield CA and morning show host on Rewind 98.1. The two talk about his recent viral social content, the crazy response to it, tricks he uses to go viral including one anyone can use, his radio origin story, doing mornings with his wife, the challen…

Stephanie Blue, staff writer for Radio Update, speaks with Radio Station Consultant's Andy Meadows about her radio origin story, being welcoming to new staff, fixing meetings, radio's relevance, the end of the non-compete ban, seasonal promotions, why some morning shows work on paper but not on-air and more. You can also watch the full episode here…

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with graphic designer Jill Meadows, the Design Director for Radio Update and his wife. The two discuss her graphic design tips for radio station websites and media kits, their unsolicited reviews of station websites in both New York and San Antonio, the importance of the ads to content ratio and a lot m…

TJ Taormina, nationally syndicated host of The TJ Show, speaks with Radio Station Consultant's Andy Meadows about the teamwork environment they've built, their off-air process, the benefits of having a cameraman in studio, being family friendly and entertaining, lessons he learned working with Elvis Duran, the future of our industry and more. You c…

This week we decided to go back and share a best of clip from each of the first 15 episodes to highlight some of the amazing guests we've had so far. We cover a wide range of radio topics including the new process for adding and moving music, social tips for radio, why radio shouldn't write off young people, getting away from generic prep services,…

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with Greg Tacher, the Executive VP of GMP Radio Reps. The two discuss how radio groups can attract and retain top sales talent, what radio as an industry can do to get more national ad dollars, effective cold calling, AIs impact on radio sales, their management styles and more. You can also watch the fu…

The Broadcasters Foundation of America's President Tim McCarthy speaks with Radio Station Consultant's Andy Meadows about how the BFOA helps radio and television broadcasters who are in acute need, how current and former broadcasters can apply and qualify, their 3rd annual Giving Day on June 13th, media mixers, their celebrity golf tournament and m…

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with digital sales expert and Radio Update contributor Brent Hoodenpyle. The two discuss adjusting radio's outdated sales approach, applying the podcast business model to radio, turning on-air content into digital content and more. You can also watch the full episode here.…

Gen Media Partner's SVP of Political Ad Sales Roger Rafson speaks with Radio Station Consultant's Andy Meadows about his radio origin story, the difference between political and issue advocacy ads and the rules that apply to each, what to expect this election cycle, how radio stations can get more political revenue in and out of election years and …

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with music industry expert Mike Castellucci with Longboard Insights. The two discuss the Power Indicator Score, the main thing record labels look at, why engagement is more important than vanity metrics, radio programmers making data driven decisions and more. You can also watch the full episode here.…

Middlin Creative's John Reynolds chats with Radio Station Consultant's Andy Meadows about his video production background, radio personalities and podcasters who are creating great video content, how radio stations could make their studios more video friendly, affordable video tools for filming content on-site at station events and more.…

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with sales expert Trey Morris the VP and Senior Consultant at The Center for Sales Strategy. The two discuss bouncing back from a bad sales week, overcoming common sales objections, why pushing packages is a bad idea, shortening media kits, rate integrity and more. You can also watch the full episode he…

LeadG2's Maryanne McWhirter chats with Radio Station Consultant's Andy Meadows about her radio sales background, the power of content marketing, why media company's need a B2B website, how to utilize LinkedIn, understanding the buyer's journey and more.بقلم Andy Meadows

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with his brother and veteran radio engineer Chris Meadows. The two share their equipment recommendations and Chris talks about avoiding black bears at transmitter sites, the rookie mistakes people make when building their first studios, why it's so hard to find and hire radio engineers and more. You can…

JPR Multimedia's Jeremy Robinson sits down with Radio Station Consultant's Andy Meadows to discuss the benefits and challenges of being a syndicated on-air personality, the power of keeping it positive on and off the air, creatives versus critics, why on-air personalities should fully embrace AI and more.…

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with his consulting mentor and friend Tracy Johnson the CEO of Tracy Johnson Media Group and co-creator of Radio Content Pro. The two discuss Tracy's radio origin story, talent coaching for light bulb moments, his new show AI-powered show prep service, how you can make AI your coworker instead of your r…

i3G Media's Reagan Ingstad chats with Radio Station Consultant's Andy Meadows about how to get more young people into radio, radio attracting younger employees, her management style and what it's like to be part of a fourth generation radio family.بقلم Andy Meadows

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with Howard Kroeger the CEO of Kroeger Media Inc and creator of Bob FM & Hank FM. The two discuss creating custom radio formats that stand out, the challenges with how ratings are measured, embracing digital advances like AI, and a lot more. You can also watch the full episode here.…

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows chats digital content strategies with Julie Bortnick, the President of SocialCast, where she handles social content management, website development and SEO services for radio stations, broadcasters and podcasters. You can also watch the full episode here.بقلم Andy Meadows

Veteran country programmer Mike Moore sits down with Radio Station Consultant's Andy Meadows to talk about streaming hits versus radio hits. Mike is the PD of Cumulus Atlanta's New Country 101.5 WKHX-FM in Atlanta, Georgia and he was recently inducted into the Country Radio Hall of Fame.بقلم Andy Meadows

Our first episode will debut on Tuesday March 12, 2024 at 10am EST. Then new episodes will publish weekly on Tuesdays at 10am.بقلم Andy Meadows

In this episode, Jack Mize talks with media and messaging expert Elizabeth Walker about the power of online media for small businesses and solopreneurs. Elizabeth, the founder and CEO of Elizabeth Walker Media, shares her expertise on how to spread your message, build credibility, and establish a strong relationship with your prospects through effe…

In this episode, Jack talks with diversity speaker and executive coach Dalisia Coppersmith. Dalisia specializes in coaching and advocating for assertive, high-achieving women in the workplace. Her personal mission is to “Restore the women who can change our world.” Noting the challenges that women face at every level and in every industry, Dalisia …

In this episode, Jack talks with the founder of Beauji Brown Girl, Felicia Roberts. Felicia Roberts is on a mission to help black women reconnect with their feminine essence and manifest the opulent life they truly desire. She is the founder of Beauji Brown Girl, an online platform created to empower black women to prioritize self-care and embrace …

In this episode, Jack talks to Ian Manheimer, owner of Bounce-N-Battle. Ian Manheimer is the owner of Bounce-N-Battle, a family-owned company specializing in creating fun and safe events since 2001, providing equipment rental from inflatable bounce houses to interactive games and obstacle courses. Even in the age of the digital attention span, Boun…

In this episode, Jack talks to Sofia Denman, author, speaker, CEO, and Creator of ‘Cinch it!’. Sofia Denman created the simple but ingenious product ‘CInch It!,’ a fashion accessory or ‘Fashion Fix It’ as she calls it, that allows women to look better, feel sexier, and be more confident in their current wardrobe. Cinch It is perfect for weight loss…

In this episode, Jack talks to Women’s Empowerment Coach Laurice Duffy, founder of A Mindful Journey and host of the Aligned and Awakened podcast. Laurice Duffy is a Women’s Empowerment Coach passionate about inspiring middle-aged women who have faced life-changing circumstances to take back their power so they can Reimagine, Rebuild and Rise Up. D…

In this episode, Jack talks with insurance expert Brenda Gilliam, the Founder of Gilliam Insurance Advisor. There are a lot of Myths and Misconceptions about health insurance in the US. Making sure we have the right coverage can be confusing and frustrating. Most of us don’t truly understand the Affordable Care Act, and a lot of people think that g…

In this episode, Jack talks with mental health expert Dr. Donna Rockwell the Founder and CEO of Already Famous with Dr. Donna. President Theodore Roosevelt said, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” That was over 120 years ago. Before radio, before TV, and certainly before social media. Unfortunately, it’s human nature to compare ourselves to others –…

In this episode, Jack talks with Anti-Burnout expert Sy Sierra. If you are a corporate executive who has built a successful career there’s a good chance you’ve experienced, burnout. It can make you feel tired, lack motivation, and even be the cause of those extra pounds that are starting to creep up. Energy levels and self-confidence can begin to d…