Best Rob Prichard Podcasts (2024)

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Carlota G: Radio Ressurxtion 39:04

3h ago39:04

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Carlota G is the midday host at 107.5 XTreme Radio in Vegas. We discussed her early career path in radio, starting as a vinyl collector in high school and later transitioning from a medical billing job and then into broadcasting. She was inspired by DJs like Dusty Street and Doug "Sluggo" Roberts of KROQ fame. Carlota shared stories of her early da…

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Mac Prichard: Find Your Dream Job 32:34

4h ago32:34

32:34

At least once a year I get the urge to do an episode about career management and what to do when there are mass layoffs from the impactful culprits like Bell, Audacy, iHeart, Corus, Rogers, or Cumulus. Yes these aren't the only companies that lay off staff but it feels worse when public companies do it. Over the last few months, Corus and Audacy ha…

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Rob Grant: Kickin' It On Air 1:07:13

1h ago1:07:13

1:07:13

This week, I speak with Rob Grant from 101.5 Today Radio in Calgary. Back in 2022 I went to Spain and landed in Seville for the Copa Del Rey final between Real Betis and Valencia. On my Instagram I wondered why there were so many firecrackers going off. It was Rob who explained that it is the Valencian way of saying hello - it football terms. Over …

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Jeff Woods: Bi, The Book 38:44

8d ago38:44

38:44

Jeff Woods returns to the show. He was a guest way way back in 2016 in Episode 2. Back then we spoke about his (then) new book, Radio, Records and Rockstars. Shortly after came the creation of a successful radio show and podcast. In this episode you will hear his process of creating an episode, the non-use of AI in research, and the influence of th…

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Alan Cross: Music is Back 34:49

7d ago34:49

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Back in August of 2020, I had Alan Cross on the show to talk about the issues facing the music industry in the wake of the pandemic. In 2022, we could have declared that music was back but we still didn't have any real numbers with so many people trying to make up for lost time, missed shows, and those forgotten tickets stored somewhere on the inte…

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Jeremy Baker: The Wanderer 45:28

12d ago45:28

45:28

It appears that Jeremy Baker has come full circle. After starting the commercial part of his career at the Zone in Victoria, Jeremy has returned. We discuss his early years buying 90's CD's, listening to 99.3 the Fox, X, and other alternative formated radio. We talked about his time working university radio before heading to the Zone in Victoria th…

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Jeremy Sinon: Radio's Digital OG 58:22

19d ago58:22

58:22

In this episode, Jeremy recounts his career journey from his first internet and computer experiences in the 1990s to his current role in digital innovation for radio. Beginning with a vivid recollection of early personal computing and internet usage, Jeremy shares how his tech-savvy background led him to a pivotal role at Clear Channel and later at…

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Scot Turner: Airwaves and Soundwaves 1:21:35

2M ago1:21:35

1:21:35

Another episode years in the making. Scot Turner recently retired from Evanov Radio in Brantford, Ontario. Scot discussed his experiences in radio programming, sharing insights on how to navigate challenges and create successful radio stations, including CFNY, 94.5 The Beat, Dave-FM in Kitchener, and many more. Scot emphasized the importance of ble…

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Heather Furr: Getting Digital Direction 35:23

1M ago35:23

35:23

Heather Furr is the Director of Digital for the Bob & Sheri Show. They have 70 radio affiliates that they work with. Inside the walls of one radio station, digital strategy is an ongoing discussion and debate over best practices, staying on brand and what makes content go viral. Heather's work day is about deciding what is important in the moment a…

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Sue Haas: Fast Forward To Video 30:26

2M ago30:26

30:26

Last time Sue Haas was on the show, she had just moved over from Blue Ant Media to start as the President and COO of NLogic. Well, almost a year has gone by since then, and Sue's back to let us know how it's going. If you're listening in Canada, you're probably aware that NLogic has been a steady supporter of this show for a long time now. We use t…

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Roz Weston: It Almost Never Happened 52:04

2M ago52:04

52:04

I reached out to Roz Weston when he was releasing his book, A Little Bit Broken in September of 2022. So that is not completely true - I sent an email to the publisher requesting an interview and you know how that can go. Publisher prefers TV over a podcast so on and so forth. It was another show in our company The Women of Ill Repute that had a re…

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Arielle Nissenblatt: Resident Podcast Enthusiast 39:53

2M ago39:53

39:53

We last had Arielle Nissenblatt on episode 307 a few years ago and loved the enthusiasm and energy she brings to the space. So much has changed in two years including many things that pertain to marketing like social media and video usage - so you have an idea where this conversation is headed. This is some all encompassing involvement: Her Ear Bud…

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Craig Bruce: It's Different Down Under 46:37

3M ago46:37

46:37

Craig Bruce’s radio days started in 1986 hosting shows in Australia. He now consults for radio stations and launched a podcast called Game Changers Radio in 2016, featuring interviews with radio personalities from around the world. While the show podfaded in 2020, it is the new series called Melbourne Radio Wars, which documents Kyle and Jackie O’s…

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Introducing: Melbourne Radio Wars 2:31

3M ago2:31

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Joining us Tuesday on the show is Craig Bruce, a consultant for radio companies in Canada, New Zealand and Australia. We are going to talk about his career but also his podcast is called ‘Game Changers Radio’ which returns with a new series called Melbourne Radio Wars. Please take this moment to follow or subscribe to the show. About Melbourne Radi…

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Dave Jackson: Back To School 45:36

3M ago45:36

45:36

So this is episode 400. I'm never really sure if as podcasters we are supposed to celebrate these milestones publicly; I have never heard a listener tell anyone that "you need to listen to Episode 100 of" any podcast ever. But I have heard them say, "Did you check out the episode with [insert relevant person here]"? Tell your friends that Dave Jack…

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Ken Connors: On His Terms 32:31

3M ago32:31

32:31

One of the first questions I ask people when they make a decision to leave their radio job under the guise of retirements is: "Were you pushed or did you jump?" Unlike the Terry Dimonte "retirement" where he was clearly pushed, Ken Connors is leaving his weekend morning job at CJAD 800am on his own terms. In this episode, you will hear all about Ke…

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Allan Grego: Branded Podcasts Work 48:11

4M ago48:11

48:11

Alan Grego shared his journey from corporate training to becoming an award-winning podcast host and communications manager at Moneris. He discussed how he got interested in podcasting and started an internal podcast at Moneris to share opportunities. This led to him creating branded podcasts for Moneris full-time. In this episode, you will hear us …

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John Mielke: The Milkman Delivers 1:03:30

4M ago1:03:30

1:03:30

Who is John? John "The Milkman" Mielke is a pioneer when it comes to bringing radio to the world wide web. John has two websites that any radio-head should be tuned into: MilkmanUnlimited.com is an incredible resource for keeping up with radio industry news. It also curates work for voiceover artists, including a few you may recognize from this sho…

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Matt Vettese: Punk Passion, Radio & Other Relatable EMO Content 40:46

4M ago40:46

40:46

Matt Vettese's career journey in radio has lasted 13 years... so far. He was caught up in layoffs last November when he was an unexpected budget cut at Big 101.1 in Barrie, Ontario. Over his time in radio, he worked in places like Peace River, Alberta and Thunder Bay, Ontario, and what he learned was the importance of connecting with listeners rega…

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Sarah Christie: Managing The Music 39:40

4M ago39:40

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We're back with another radio star this week- one whose career I actually contributed to. Sarah Christie has been in radio for well over a decade, and currently serves as the National Music Manager for Virgin Radio Canada. We discuss her rise through the radio ranks, from a humble intern who moved to Winnipeg for an internship as soon as she was ab…

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Mark Asquith: In & Around Podcasting 48:57

5M ago48:57

48:57

Mark Asquith is the British Podcast Guy. He is also the co-founder of Captivate which was purchased by Global in December of 2021. Mark has been Helping podcasters to grow their audience. What I really like about Mark is his thinking when it comes to monetization and growing your audience; he is not beholden to things podcasters hold sacred. In thi…

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Seth Resler: Community Marketing Revolution 35:43

5M ago35:43

35:43

Seth Resler joins to explore the dynamic intersection of podcasting and community marketing. Reflecting on radio's digital evolution, Resler discusses content overload and the challenges of standing out in a saturated market. The conversation dives into the pivotal role of community building, particularly in the pandemic era, as a means of fosterin…

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Sarah Burke: Women in Media Network 31:48

5M ago31:48

31:48

We have had Sarah Burke on the show a couple of times before, the first when she was at SiriusXM and the second when she launched the Women in Media Podcast. The podcast has now morphed into a network which includes shows like "Trust Me I'm a Decorator", "The Jann Arden Podcast, More Money with Jessica Morehouse, and Beyond the Sale with Cynthia Os…

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Matty Staudt: Podcasting, Podle.co and the Podcast Academy 52:30

5M ago52:30

52:30

Matty Staudt is the owner of Jam Street Media, a board member of the Podcast Academy, about to launch Podle.co and .... looking for his next opportunity. All at once. In this episode, we are going to talk about podcasting growth and opportunities with industry experts, the pros and cons of remote work in the podcast industry, and his experience of …

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Craig Baird: Canadian History Ehx 32:52

5M ago32:52

32:52

Fellow Canadian history buffs, rejoice: Craig Baird has a cool podcast and radio show. Actually, that call to action may not resonate with very many of you, but that's exactly why Craig Baird started his podcast. Canadian History Ehx is a show dedicated to proving that Canadian history isn't nearly as boring as everyone thinks. Sure, it may not be …

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Maie Pauts: Low Maintenance Maie 48:36

6M ago48:36

48:36

Last June, I got to watch Maie Pauts receive the Rosalie Tromblay Trailblazer Award. There was a 10 minute video summary of her career along with the tributes and highlights. This is a longer version of that. In this episode, you'll hear how Maie got her start in radio at the campus station at Ryerson University in Toronto. She originally wanted to…

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Steve Goldstein: The New Rules of Podcasting 29:47

6M ago29:47

29:47

Steve Goldstein is back after a nearly three year absence from the show to talk about video and podcasting. Last summer - video was the main topic of conversation at Podcast Movement, largely on the heels of a presentation by Steve Goldstein from Amplifi Media and Jay Nachlis from Coleman Insights. The study surveyed podcast listeners on how they "…

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Josie Dye: What Radio Needs Now 38:43

6M ago38:43

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Josie Dye is exactly what radio needs. You may recognize her name from a few places: If you're in Toronto, you'll likely have heard her on Indie 88 for the last few years, or on 102.1 The Edge back in the day. You might have also heard Cynthia & Josie's Unmentionables, her podcast with Cynthia Loyst, which has been blowing up since it launched in 2…

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Carly Kincaid: Radio Junkie 36:08

6M ago36:08

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Carly Kincaid may use the term "Radio Junkie" to describe herself, but she's also a voiceover pro you hear on corporate narrations and when you are put on hold. Her radio career kicked of in the late 90's and since then she has rarely veered away from a microphone. In this episode, you will hear about Carly's passion for radio and voiceover work, r…

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No Episodes? Wha' Happened? 3:17

6M ago3:17

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There have been no episodes for a few weeks? What gives? Also we added the Sound Off Podcast to the The Open Podcast Prefix Project (OP3) A free and open-source podcast prefix analytics service committed to open data and listener privacy. You can be a nosey parker by checking out our downloads here. You can add your podcast to the project here. See…

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Erin Davis: Very Very Grateful 1:12:24

7M ago1:12:24

1:12:24

Today, we cross a name off every radio aficionado's interview bucket list: Erin Davis. Erin hosted radio in Toronto for more than 30 years, from the 80's all the way to 2016. Most of that time was spent at the venerable CHFI. There's a lot to talk about when it comes to Erin's career, and she's happy to share. Stories of personal and career growth,…

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Andrew "Hustler" Paterson: Winnipeg Sports Talk FTW 1:07:12

7M ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Andrew "Hustler" Paterson is the owner of Winnipeg Sports Talk. TSN 1290 abandoned the Sports Radio format back in February 2021, and since then, he and his producer Michael Remis have filled the gap, putting out high-quality daily sports content for the people of Winnipeg to enjoy. Hustler started in radio with a Saturday sports show on CFEQ 107.1…

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The Eighth Very Terry Christmas 1:02:24

8M ago1:02:24

1:02:24

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire... And us roasting a bunch of jerks! Welcome to the 8th annual Very Terry Christmas. If it's your first time, the Very Terry Christmas is a special episode where Matt is joined by Terry Dimonte, his longtime pal, to get into the holiday spirit and "reminisce" (i.e. complain) about the year's goings-on. Fair warnin…

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Jason Dixon: Sirius About Sports 1:19:52

8M ago1:19:52

1:19:52

Jason Dixon has been with Sirius XM since 2015. How he got there is a sum of all the parts that come before that. An internship at 970 WFLA after hearing about it in a TV and radio class, a transition to the Power Pig where he shares a number of fun stories, launching what would become WDAE, followed by 8 years at the Tampa Bay Lightning. Jason lat…

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Bonus: The Canadian Radio Awards 45:56

8M ago45:56

45:56

The Canadian Radio Awards are here! In this special bonus episode, we go over the results one-by-one and give you our thoughts on the lineup this year, as well as speaking to some of the winners about their year in radio. The categories and their winners are as follows: Station of the Year - presented by NLogic Major - 94.5 Virgin Radio (CFBT-FM), …

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Paul Larsen: The Ownership Experience 1:19:07

8M ago1:19:07

1:19:07

Have you ever thought to yourself, "I'd love to own a radio station"? I know there was a point where I did. If you've ever had that feeling, or still do, today's guest Paul Larsen is the man to talk to. I've been wanting to have Paul on the podcast for years, ever since he bought 103.9 The Lake in Kelowna, B.C. in 2021. Today, he's in the process o…

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Phil Becker: PHIL-Osophy 54:34

8M ago54:34

54:34

Do you remember last Spring, when the media was all abuzz about AI Ashley, the first-ever artificial intelligence radio DJ? If so, you might remember the name Alpha Media. They're the ones who help bring her to life. (AI Ashley is Ashley “Z” Elzinga) Phil Becker is the Executive Vice President of Content at Alpha Media, and our guest today. He has …

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Terry & Ted: Standing By 1:11:45

8M ago1:11:45

1:11:45

Terry Dimonte and Ted Bird are Montreal radio legends who started a podcast two years ago after Terry was unceremoniously retired from his morning radio job at CHOM-FM. Ted continues his morning show at Evanov's Lite 106.7 which serves the West Island. The podcast started as a one season affair that is now in its 6th season featuring amazing guests…

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Steve Reynolds: The Major Market Radio Talent Coach 36:29

9M ago36:29

36:29

It's been 3 and a half years since we have had Steve on the show. The last time I spoke to him, we were trying to figure out how morning shows were going to do what they do everyday... but from home. We pick up where we left off with my first question, "Are we back to Normal?" (As if there was any normal to go to back to) In this episode, Steve and…

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Paige Nienaber: Make the Logo Bigger 44:32

9M ago44:32

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"It’s all about looking for something that hasn’t been done before, and that will get people talking." - Paige Nienaber Paige is the VP for CPR Promotions, a marketing consultation firm. He consults over 350 stations across the U.S. and Canada. While radio is working through challenges like 40% less cume than a decade ago, and more audio options th…

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Matt & Jake: DriveTime! (We Used to be Cool!) 1:32:43

9M ago1:32:43

1:32:43

It's Halloween and way back in the 90's the station I used to work for had this thing called the Howler. It was an out of control good time featuring 5000 people and a band and some beer. Actually a lot of beer. This week I got back together with my old afternoon friend Jake Daniels and we just riffed on all the good times we used to have on air. O…

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Erin Trafford, Story Studio Network: The Canadian Media Conundrum 54:08

10M ago54:08

54:08

Erin Trafford is a co-founder of Story Studio Network, a full service content branding and podcast experience for brands she co-founded with her dad Dave Trafford, who is a radio mainstay in the Greater Toronto Area, and a regular contributor on Newstalk 1010 up until July when layoffs occured. Erin has the unique experience of growing up with a pa…

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Jennifer-Lee Gunson: J-Pod Creations 49:52

10M ago49:52

49:52

Jennifer-Lee Gunson is the owner of J-Pod Creations which is a Vancouver based company specializing in branded podcasting. Before Jennifer got started in radio, she was an actor. She later enrolled at BCIT, found her way to Astral owned The Bear, which has now been shifted to the Bounce cluster of Bell properties. She returned to Vancouver after a …

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Feed Drop: Introducing The Cash Kid Podcast 9:07

10M ago9:07

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This week... it's a FEED DROP. Every once a while I promote a podcast that I think is worthy of some attention. This week it is the Cash Kid Podcast. I am currently working with the Cash Kid to grow his audience. The show has just completed it's first season with the an episode recounting why the show got started and what is in store for season 2. …

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Aiden Wolf: A Podcasters Guide to YouTube 57:59

10M ago57:59

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Aiden Wolf joins me to shares tips for making it big on YouTube. Over the last few years, podcasters have been trickling onto YouTube as it has proven effective for discovery. However, this does not make podcasters, effective YouTubers. In this episode you will hear Aiden talk about his journey in radio, from morning show host to voiceover artist. …

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Jeremy Enns: Creative Wayfinding 39:18

10M ago39:18

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The title to this episode was going to be "Cut the Bullshit" which was the name of the Facebook group Jeremy founded a number of years back. Jeremy is a podcast marketer and sherpa who helps brands launch and grow their shows. He acknowledges brightly that every show is different and will have a unique path. The best thing you can do for yourself i…

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Fatima Zaidi: Founder of Quill Inc. and Co-Host 37:50

11M ago37:50

37:50

Fatima Zaidi is the Founder and CEO at Quill Inc., an award-winning production agency specializing in corporate audio, and CoHost, a podcast growth and analytics tool. In this episode you'll hear Fatima talk about what goes into creating successful and listenable podcasts, how she fell into the tech industry, and the opportunity that presented itse…

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Stephen Keppler: Some Good News 47:29

11M ago47:29

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For natives of Kelowna, B.C., Stephen Keppler requires no introduction. But on the off chance you're not from around there, Stephen is the morning drive host at Move 101.5 in Kelowna, one of the largest radio shows in B.C. Morning show hosts nowadays have a bit of a reputation for making easy content- lots of audience text and phone lines, asking q…

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Buzz Bishop: Z95 in The 90's, CyberBuzz, Amp and XL 103 1:07:05

11M ago1:07:05

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Buzz Bishop has long been a name I have been familiar with in Canadian radio, but only last week did I get a chance to connect with him for the first time. A mainstay at Z95, Crave and Virgin 95.3, he segued to Calgary in 2009 where he took up the Top 40 cause at Amp 90.3, before crossing the hall to work at XL103. In recent weeks, he has been join…

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Sean Ross: The Return of Ross on Radio 39:04

11M ago39:04

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Sean Ross is back to talk about radio and records. He answers my burning question: What happened to the hits? We also talked about the lost factor, whether "Join the Conversation" radio has run its course, and those songs of summer. We also talked about Radio Days North America, the lack of programming related radio conferences, and why Taylor Swif…

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