
Radio Influencers
Radio Consultant Andy Meadows sits down with a wide variety of people who are helping to move the radio industry forward. Weekly guests include programmers, managers, owners, sales specialists, digital experts and other consultants.
Episodes
58 episodes
The Future of Radio Studios
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the evolution and future of radio studios. He reflects on the history of radio studios, highlighting their transformation from rudimentary setups to more sophisticated designs. M...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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6:42

Exclusive Content Model From TBNA
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the recent Texas Broadcast News Awards, some jokes he left out, the impact of market volatility on radio advertising, and the growing trend of subscriber-only content in the crea...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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13:45

Proactive VS Reactive From NAB
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows shares insights from the NAB convention, focusing on the evolving creator economy and the importance of embracing digital content and AI in radio broadcasting. He discusses the current mar...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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9:29

The Power of Icebreakers
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the significance of personal storytelling in radio and how it can enhance listener engagement. He emphasizes the role of icebreakers in both on-air communication and meetings, pr...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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13:01

Mark Cuban's AI Recommendations
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses AI recommendations Mark Cuban shared during an appearance on Your Mom's House, including how to use Google's new
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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13:56

The Cost of Starting a Podcast
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the importance of podcasting for radio professionals, emphasizing the need for on-air talent to adapt their skills to fit podcasting. He explores the exact costs associated with ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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16:02

More With Less
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the recent Audacy layoffs, the shift towards smaller teams, and the necessity for radio stations to adapt to new technologies and methods. He emphasizes the importance of embraci...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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10:24

Jim Sherwood Founder of Skyrocket Radio
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows interviews Jim Sherwood, founder of Skyrocket Radio and host of the Better...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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30:06

Fear of Change
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the effectiveness of the Weekly Wire newsletter in promoting radio content and gathering audience feedback through polls. He highlights the division within the radio industry reg...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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13:10

Matt Sunshine
In this conversation, Andy Meadows interviews Matt Sunshine, CEO of the Center for Sales Strategy, discussing his journey in media sales, the services offered by his company, and the importance of thoughtful sales approaches. They explore recru...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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34:19

Finding The Hole In The Market
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the importance of identifying market gaps in radio programming. He emphasizes the role of data in making informed decisions and how it has evolved over the years. Meadows shares ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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9:35

Radio Mentors Pt 1
SummaryIn this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the significance of mentorship in the radio industry, sharing personal anecdotes and lessons learned from various mentors throughout his career. Including Bob Mead...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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16:40

RJ Curtis
In this episode of Radio Influencers, RJ Curtis, the executive director of Country Radio Broadcasters Inc, shares his extensive journey in country radio, the significance of the Country Radio Se...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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27:21

Radio and Vacations
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses vacation policies in the radio industry, highlighting the need for better paid time off (PTO) and the stigma surrounding taking vacations. Meadows emphasizes the health benefits ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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8:01

Conventions to Attend in 2025
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows emphasizes the importance of attending broadcast conferences and conventions for networking and creativity. Meadows highlights several key upcoming events, including NAB, State conventions...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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14:25

Terms We'll Hear a Lot in 2025
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows defines and discusses a few terms we'll hear a lot in the radio industry throughout 2025. He emphasizes the importance of embracing new technologies, such as AI and audio fingerprinting, a...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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10:43

Radio's Tough Year: What Lies Ahead?
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the challenges faced by the radio industry in 2024, including layoffs and declining revenues. He emphasizes the importance of embracing AI and reinventing traditional radio pract...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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10:18

Grading Radio Current Categories Pt 1
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....
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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12:12

Jay Nachlis
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 a...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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50:07

Programming Christmas Music
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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6:32

Dan Bobkoff
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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38:45

Best of Ep 16 through 35
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 i...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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23:58

Home Studios
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 recomme...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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12:28

Riverside VS Streamyard
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 enha...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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15:19
