Interviews

While national headlines dwell on media despair and disruption, local radio operators are writing a different story. Across small towns and regional markets, independent broadcasters are proving that algorithms can't beat community, as Radio Ink explores.

Reigning Radio Wayne “Streetfighter of the Year” Jodi Korlacki of CMG Jacksonville proves trust, strategy, and radio’s unmatched attention still win. Catching up with Radio Ink, she shares what clients really want and how to win the battle for Main Street.

In Florida’s largest retirement community, one AM station is doing radio right and winning. WVLG's Steve Rosen talks to Radio Ink about creating a hyperlocal powerhouse that skips politics, embraces listeners, and proves connection still drives radio.

2025 LABF Giant of Broadcasting Gary Sandy tells Radio Ink about his path from Ohio theater student to Broadway leading man to radio icon, his memories of WKRP, and why he believes the human side of broadcasting deserves to be preserved. 

From 9/11 to COVID-19, 1010 WINS has faced some of New York's hardest moments. Audacy NYC VP of News Ben Mevorach talks in-depth with Radio Ink how that shaped a newsroom focused on mental health.

Ahead of NAB Show 2025, Radio Ink caught up with Benztown President Dave “Chachi” Denes to talk AI in production, tech trends to watch on the show floor, and how this year’s event is setting the stage for radio’s future.

As BEA returns to Las Vegas for its 2025 Conference, Radio Ink spoke with Executive Director Heather Birks about the evolving student talent pipeline, new industry partnerships, and how the LABF collaboration strengthens ties between broadcasting’s history and its future.

Ahead of Audacy SVP Jim Ryan's departure from the company in April, he reflects with Radio Ink on his career, the evolution of radio programming, Nielsen’s latest rule change, and what’s next for him in the industry.

RAB CEO Mike Hulvey talks with Radio Ink, sharing insights on the organization's fresh mission, the importance of industry-wide collaboration, and how radio’s digital expansion is driving new opportunities for advertisers and broadcasters alike.

Part of Radio Ink's mission is to find radio's future stars and bring you their stories. Brandy “Beasy Baybie” Henshaw is the afternoon host on Alpha Media's Hot 103.9/93.9 in Columbia, SC. She's also featured in the upcoming Radio Ink issue "Future African American Leaders in Radio," which starts mailing across the country on March 19.