The News Must Go On
I’m starting to peek back into national news after keeping one eye open most of last month. Let’s blame the holidays. The fires in my hometown are obviously devastating. The…
You Trying to Get Out… or?
It’s not a new reference. In fact, I’ve heard this from many people working in radio, when you try to get out, they pull you back in. A quote from…
Best Bet – Deer in the Headlights
I believe it's best to stay away from political (and religious, for that matter) discussions during otherwise happier times. So maybe a deer in the headlights look is the way…
Where to Next Radio Brethren?
Anyone working in our business long enough knows, sometimes you have to move for the gig. And back in the day, it was paid for, now, not so much. I was moved once, with my family, for a job in Montana. Yes, it was life-changing leaving Los Angeles, but too short-lived.
Hard Conversations are <i>SO…</i> Hard
Some people cannot handle serious discussions, especially around money.
I’ve Said it Once and…
... I'll say it again, local news is critical. Story after story and report after report on the topic say, readers, listeners and viewers want to be tuned in to…
Ever Tried to Corral a Goat?
It's like herding cats, only different. A dear friend in the business was telling me years ago about trying to find salespeople. He said once he found folks he felt…
It’s Not Just for Old Timers
My first job in radio was as an intern at KGIL-AM in Los Angeles. I really wanted to work at KLOS, but they would have had me filing albums. (For…
Do We Make Lemonade?
When life gives you lemons, do you really make lemonade? Meh, I take a moment to pull in my posse. Hey ya all, did I screw this up? Did they screw…
Local News is NOT Dead
The corporate capitalists always seem to want more money and to pay the talent less. This is hardly news. So why is CNN (the bastion of integrity? #justsayin) telling us…