Radio Update

12/04/2025

Tracy Johnson on the power and value of working the phones.

Great radio thrives on connection. Callers give your show texture, momentum, and a sense of community, but most personalities barely tap the potential sitting right there on the request line. Smart call management turns stray reactions into crafted moments that feel alive and intentional.

12/04/2025

Andy Meadows on why talent should stop this on-air crutch.

Then, next thing you know it’s time to jump on the air and you’ve got nothing. So, inevitably you end up talking too much about the weather and doing something seemingly all talent do when they’re short on content, goofing on the song titles. Here’s why that’s a well we should all stop dip...

12/03/2025

Another artist to watch from Stephanie Blue

The first time I caught wind of Gelder was on Tik Tok, like so many artists I've mentioned. This time was different.

12/03/2025

From John Lund

Every winning station, in a large or small market, has the same mission: get more people to listen, and get them to listen longer. There are only two ways to grow ratings, and both require intention. Great stations stretch listening horizontally and vertically.

12/03/2025

From John Lund https://radioupdate.com/stretching-your-audience/

12/02/2025

https://radioupdate.com/radio-influencers-podcast/

12/02/2025

Stephanie Blue shares new research on the use of AI voices.

Research has shown listeners still don't trust artificial intelligence. Once they know whatever they are hearing was artificially created, they are more likely to turn the station.

12/01/2025

New music from Jonas Bros, Christina Aguilera, Lil Baby, Reba, Turnpike Troubadours, Brandon Lake and more!

Here are twelve of the new songs we’re watching. Not as much volume this week with holiday music dominating, but still a few breaking through. For more insight on how we choose these songs or to get a sneak peek at some of the data we track on 500+ new songs across radio formats, email me at Andy@...

12/01/2025

Stephanie Blue on why radio will be here forever.

It’s imperative to stay local. I know it’s pounded into our brains often, but this is the reason radio will be around forever.

11/29/2025

The top tunes on this holiday week.

Out of this week's data here are a few of the songs that topped those lists nationally in the US and Canada along with a few random specific markets. The United States, Country: Ella Langley "Choosin' Texas."