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(By Buzz Knight) Do you sometimes feel your brand is stagnant? Ratings are down. Reaction on social media is off. Sponsors aren’t getting the same results they are used to. Have you taken the "Shoshin" approach? It could be key

(By Loyd Ford) The year is 1984. Ronald Reagan finds himself facing an image issue in a highly pressurized situation filled with uncertainty where he has to persuade people about something important, and quickly. Sound like a sales call? Then you'll want to hear what he did next.

(By Randy Lane) I have had the privilege of working closely with broadcasters and station managers, helping them navigate the complex world of radio programming. Over the years, I have encountered several questions that consistently arise in conversations. This week, let's address three.

Cumulus Media Indianapolis has announced Laura Steele is being raised from nights to afternoons on classic hits 104.5 WJJK starting May 1st. Before moving to Indy, Steele worked on-air in Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas, Indianapolis, Nashville, and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Former TV anchor Dominique Sachse is launching her own podcast, Over 50 & Flourishing with Dominique Sachse, after retiring in 2021. Sachse, an Emmy award-winning journalist for Houston, Texas' KPRC, made the announcement on her popular YouTube channel.

Lonely Hearts Club, a scripted dramedy podcast series based on an episode of the Crime Junkie podcast, has picked up a big name. SNL-alum Aidy Bryant will star in the Peacock-produced show, executive produced by Ari Aster (Midsommar, Hereditary).

For those with a passion for fashion, the New York Times recently highlighted their top six fashion-focused podcasts that approach the topic from various angles. From pop culture to fashion history, these podcasts offer different perspectives and insights.

iHeartMedia is expanding its presence in the metaverse with an update to their Roblox land. The brand is offering new interactive features and music experiences, while players try to build and run their own radio stations. iHeart launched iHeartLand in the popular metaverse universe in 2022.

Legendary St. Louis Cardinals radio broadcaster and former player Mike Shannon passed away on Saturday, April 29 at the age of 83, the Cardinals report. Shannon spent over 60 years with the Cardinals organization, including 50 as a member of the team's radio broadcasts.

Earlier this week, Radio Ink asked "Is AM worth saving?" Today we sit down with Don Elliot to discuss AM's future and war-time strategies for broadcasters.