In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the growing dominance of Christmas music in radio programming. He shares insights from recent polls and data showing that listeners are tuning in to holiday music earlier than ev...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses iHeart's Guaranteed Human Campaign, which promises to avoid AI voices and music. He critiques the campaign as misleading and suggests a more effective approach: a Guaranteed Live...

In this episode, host Andy Meadows examines the critical need for changes in how the radio industry handles digital staffing. Meadows argues that the strategy of hiring a single "digital person," which began in the early 2000s, is outdated beca...

In this episode, host Andy Meadows discusses the issue of radio stations adhering to traditional single release dates for new music, arguing that this practice makes them slow to adopt popular songs their audience is already hearing on digital ...

In this conversation, host Andy Meadows focuses on how to identify and fix "marathon breaks"—segments where radio on-air talent speaks significantly longer than intended. Meadows outlines several strategies for managing break length, including ...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the current challenges facing the radio industry, particularly in forecasting its future amidst troubling headlines of layoffs and bankruptcies. He emphasizes the importance of s...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the challenges and opportunities in the radio industry regarding digital content creation and revenue generation. It highlights the significant gap between the revenue expected f...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the timing of Christmas music programming, highlighting listener behavior changes and the performance of classic and new holiday songs. He emphasizes the importance of adapting t...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the concept of 'game changers' in the radio industry. He encourages radio stations to think big and embrace innovative ideas, especially in a challenging economic climate. The co...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the detrimental effects of having problematic employees, referred to as 'A-holes', within radio groups. He highlights the challenges of balancing creativity and criticism in team...

In this episode of Radio Influencers host Andy Meadows focuses on the anticipated impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on radio industry jobs. Meadows opens by presenting the results of two recent polls conducted by Radio Update, one concerni...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses why he thinks radio talent should stop using fake on-air names. He shares insights from recent polls, personal experiences, and the evolving landscape of media that emphasizes au...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the suspension and reinstatement of Jimmy Kimmel's late night show, exploring the reactions surrounding the event, the role of the FCC commissioner, and the broader implications ...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the evolution of radio studios and how to maximize content creation. He shares insights from industry experts and outlines eight essential steps for modernizing studio design. Th...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy discusses the importance of developing good on-air habits to replace bad ones. Highlighting a few bad habits that plague veteran radio talent. He emphasizes the role of routines in radio, the nece...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows focuses on encouraging radio talent to overcome their hesitations and actively create digital content, emphasizing its importance for the industry's competitiveness. Meadows ...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the reliance on Mediabase AirPlay charts for programming decisions and the advantages of using market-level streaming data over traditional metrics. He addresses common pushbacks...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows shares the full "Big Time Content, Small Time Budget" panel he moderated at the Texas Association of Broadcasters (TAB) 2025 convention. Panel guests Erin Wilde (92.1 Hank FM), John Butler...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows shares insights from the Texas Association of Broadcasters (TAB) 2025 convention, and includes the full panel he moderated focusing on extending radio brands online. Panel guests RJ Ochoa ...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the concept of never having a bad day on the radio and its implications for podcasting. He explores the challenges radio talent face when transitioning to long-form podcasting, a...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the importance of workshopping publicly to enhance digital content creation. He emphasizes the challenges faced by radio professionals in adapting to the digital landscape, where...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the evolving landscape of intellectual property in the age of AI. He outlines his perspective on the three phases of AI development and its implications for job markets, particul...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the importance of respecting the platforms used for content creation, particularly in radio and digital media. He emphasizes that failing to respect these platforms can lead to d...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the recent severe weather events in his old hometown of Kerrville, Texas, and the critical role of radio in emergency situations. He emphasizes the need for better training and p...

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the importance of evolving in the radio industry through embracing AI tools, the necessity of coaching, and adopting a data-driven approach to programming. He emphasizes the need...