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
115 episodes
Engagement Lessons From The Daily Show
In this episode radio consultant Andy Meadows explores how radio stations can boost listener engagement by adopting a strategy from The Daily Show. Meadows highlights the 'After The Cut' segment the Daily Show hosts do interacting with...
Specialty Programming
Host and radio consultant Andy Meadows discusses the challenges and strategies related to specialty programming on radio stations, including evaluating its value, brand fit, format alignment, sponsorship potential, and local alternatives. You c...
Station Branding 101
In this episode radio consultant and host Andy Meadows explores the three critical elements of station branding, the name, logo, and positioning statement. Meadows shares lessons he learned throughout his career that can help radio professional...
Running in the Cloud
Host and radio consultant Andy Meadows examines the technological shift toward cloud-based automation systems in the radio industry. Meadows addresses common technical concerns, such as internet reliability and security, by explaining how "isla...
Badmouthing the Music
Radio Influencers podcast host Andy Meadows highlights the harmful practice of radio on-air talent criticizing their station's music selection while on the air. Meadows argues that supporting the playlist is a fundamental job requirement, as di...
Shorten or Kill the Show Intro?
Host and radio consultant Andy Meadows examines the necessity of streamlining or eliminating radio show intros to better engage modern audiences. He argues that protracted, repetitive openings often alienate new listeners and cause loyal...
AI Economy
In this episode, host and radio consultant Andy Meadows explores the transition from the creator economy to the AI economy, emphasizing the importance of AI tools in the future of radio and business. He discusses how AI is reshaping industries,...
Best Podcast Mic
In this episode, host and radio consultant Andy Meadows explores the best microphones for podcasting, considering various factors like budget, recording environment, and equipment. He provides practical recommendations for beginners and experie...
The Digital Disconnect
In this episode host and radio consultant Andy Meadows explores why radio on-air talent should embrace digital content creation now, not later. He discusses the disconnect between radio management and talent regarding digital efforts, the poten...
No Magic Bullets in Radio
Host and radio consultant Andy Meadows discusses the realities of radio industry challenges, the importance of modern tools like AI, and dispels the myth of quick fixes in radio. He shares insights on effective strategies, industry trends, and ...
AI Music Pt 2
Following up on ep 1 of this season this episode explores the evolving landscape of AI-generated music, its impact on the industry, and how radio can adapt to this technological shift. Host Andy Meadows shares insights from recent AI music tren...
Empowering Employees
This episode explores how successful radio groups empower their employees to thrive in a challenging industry. Host and radio consultant Andy Meadows shares practical strategies, tools, and cultural practices that foster innovation, accountabil...
Gary Vee's Promo Advice
Radio consultant and host Andy Meadows explores modern digital strategies for radio talent and broadcasters. Meadows highlights advice from entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk, emphasizing the importance of repurposing long-form content into short, en...
Too Unique to Work
Radio consultant and host Andy Meadows explores the balance between being unique and practical in radio branding, programming and content creation. He emphasizes the importance of research, adaptation, historical lessons and collaboration ...
Baseline for Airplay
In this episode host and radio consultant Andy Meadows explores how radio stations can establish a data-driven baseline for airplay, moving away from outdated methods and embracing modern market-level song data to enhance programming decisions....
What is a Studio?
In this episode, host and radio consultant Andy Meadows explores how the concept of a studio is evolving in the digital age, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, portable setups, and content creation for modern radio and media profession...
Less Employees Better Employees
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the pressing financial challenges facing the radio industry, creating the need for fewer but more skilled employees. He highlights the stark pay disparity between radio jobs and ...
The No Request Hour
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the decline of request hours in radio and how to revive them. He shares insights from recent polls about radio station operations and emphasizes the importance of engaging listen...
Clips Inform Content
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the value of using social media clips to inform radio show content decisions. He discusses how feedback and stats from those clips can help on-air talent identify which topics th...
More Thoughts on Radio's Severe Weather Advantage
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the critical role of radio in severe weather situations. He emphasizes the need for radio stations to be well-prepared for emergencies, the importance of local live coverage, and...
DIY Digital Content
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows dives into the importance of DIY digital content creation for radio professionals. Meadows stresses that radio talent must adapt to the digital landscape by enhancing their skills in conte...
Montage Moment
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the current state of radio amidst rapid technological advancements, particularly focusing on insights from CES and what they could mean for radio. He shares poll results indicati...
AI Music
In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the emergence of AI-generated music and its implications for the radio industry. He shares his experience of being fooled by an AI artist, Cain Walker, and explores the challenge...
Christmas Music Dominance
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...
Guaranteed Live & Local
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...