Tyler has spent his career in radio, serving in a variety of roles from programming to hosting in major markets including Pittsburgh, Nashville, Los Angeles and Portland.

“I want to thank Chuck for his willingness to step into this new role and for his continued commitment to Family Life Radio,” said Adam Biddell, chief broadcast officer for FLR. “I am also grateful to Bill for his dedication and service as he prepares for retirement.”

During the transition, as FLR seeks a replacement for the program director position, Mike Kankelfritz, director of broadcast content, will continue to lead the ministry’s programming vision, content development and on-air strategy.

Those interested in learning more about the open position may visit myflr.org/careers.

About Family Life Radio
Family Life Radio is a ministry of Intentional Life Media and operates 36 signals in 11 states with an expanding worldwide online audience. The Intentional Living radio program is heard nationwide and conducts marriage and family events throughout the year. For more information, visit myflr.organd theintentionallife.com.

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– Jarrod Gräetz, Audienceologist, The Äudience Company

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But there’s another meaning.

In code, everything that follows the symbol belongs to what came before it. What comes next is part of something larger than itself. 

As broadcasters, programmers, leaders, and storytellers, that’s the question we should be asking ourselves: What comes next? Not what inspired us. Not what challenged us. Not what we learned. What will we do because of it?

Our community is no stranger to uncertainty. Every year brings new technology, new platforms, and new predictions about what will replace us.

Yet one message continues to surface:

The greatest threat to radio is not technology.

It’s settling. Settling for outdated playbooks. Settling for safe content. Settling for assumptions about our audience. Settling for the belief that our best days are behind us.

Let’s reject that narrative. Because while the world is changing, people are still searching. They are searching for hope. Searching for belonging. Searching for meaning. Searching for truth.

Gen Z is showing renewed interest in faith. College campuses are experiencing revival. Young adults are asking deeper questions and looking for authentic answers. They are searching for something real.

The challenge for broadcasters is simple: Will we be ready when they tune in? Will we continue creating content for the audience we used to have, or will we learn how to connect with the audience God is bringing us today? Will we spend our energy defending radio, or demonstrating its value? Will we focus on preserving what was, or building what could be?

Innovation begins long before technology. It begins with courage…the courage to try something new, to tell better stories, to rethink assumptions, and to create content that connects rather than content that merely fills space.

People don’t need more content. They need more connection. 

In a world overflowing with information, authentic human connection has become increasingly rare and increasingly valuable.

That’s where radio still shines. Because a trusted voice, a meaningful story, and hope still matters. And because listeners are looking for more than entertainment. They’re looking for someone who understands them.

Consider this:

What is one thing you need to stop doing because it’s no longer serving your mission?

What is one risk you’ve been afraid to take?

What is one listener you’re not reaching today?

What is one story waiting to be told?

What is one conversation God is inviting you to have?

Because the future of Christian radio will be built by the people who are willing to change. The greater than symbol does not compare. It points forward, marks a threshold, and signals that something new is about to be revealed. 

We believe that God’s plans for our industry are far greater than what we can imagine. The greater than symbol points forward. So should we.

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– Doug Hannah, Senior Director of Content, Family Radio

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– Dennis Hutchinson, Program Director, The Source/Northern Christian Radio

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Since joining Pillar Media in 2020, Stockman has guided programming initiatives that strengthened the organization’s mission of encouraging people into a growing relationship with Jesus through media.

“Matt’s leadership and expertise have made a lasting impact on our organization,” Executive Director Art Garza said. “While we never enjoy losing great talent, we’ve long known this entrepreneurial path was something he felt called toward. We’re grateful for his contributions and excited for his new consulting venture. Matt will always be part of our family, and we know this won’t be the last chapter we share together.”

Stockman is stepping away to focus full-time on expanding his consulting work serving nonprofit and Christian radio organizations nationwide.

“I’ve loved every moment of my time with Pillar Media,” Stockman said. “At every level, this team has been an absolute dream to work with, and I thank God for the privilege it has been to serve alongside each of them. I believe God has opened the door for this next chapter, and I look forward to using my experience and gifts to help other organizations make an impact for the Kingdom.”

Pillar Media will begin a search for its next chief programming officer. In the meantime, the organization remains focused on delivering encouraging, Christ-centered media that serves communities across five local markets, reaching over 1 million people a week.

To learn more about the opportunity and apply, visit pillarmedia.com.

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As Hispanic communities continue to grow throughout the U.S., ministries are recognizing new opportunities to serve listeners through faith-filled, culturally relevant programming. 

By the Numbers:

• 1,300+ U.S. radio stations air some type of Spanish Christian content
• Hispanic Americans make up nearly 20% of the U.S. population
• 72% of Spanish-language media consumers regularly listen to radio
• One of the fastest-growing presences in major and emerging markets

Ministries like Fuzión, Inspiracom, Kinship Radio Español, La Z, MyBridge Español, Radio Luz, Radio Nueva Vida, Tu Familia Network, Vida Unida, and many more are faithfully serving their communities while helping shape the future of Spanish Christian radio. Through local outreach, music, teaching, and community engagement, these ministries are creating spaces where listeners can find hope and grow in their faith.

And the momentum continues to build.

More ministries are exploring how to launch Spanish-language platforms, strengthen existing stations, and better serve Hispanic audiences in their local communities. That’s one reason we’re excited to continue the conversation at Momentum later this month.

Whether you’re already serving in Spanish Christian radio or beginning to explore what a Spanish-language ministry platform could look like, Momentum is designed to create space for ministry leaders to learn from one another, share ideas, and discover practical next steps together.

Sessions will include conversations around:

• Building a Spanish CCM station
• Learning from established ministries
• Serving Hispanic communities effectively
• Exploring opportunities for future growth

We’d love for you to join us at Momentum. Registration closes this Friday, May 15.

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What is the best question you’ve been asked in a radio interview? What’s the worst question?

• Artist 1: Best: David A Dein once asked about a specific lyric in one of my songs. It made me feel so cared for, and I had a great story to tell about it too! Worst: “So, do you think you’ve peaked in your career?”
• Artist 2: Best: Sarah Taylor once asked me about something from my childhood, it wasn’t even in my bio, She had CALLED people at the label to get special stuff to ask me. It made that interview so much fun. Worst: “So, what do you wanna talk about today?” I felt like I was interrupting their day and wasting their time. 
• Artist 3: Best: Oooh, I can’t think of a specific question off the top of my head – but my favorite questions are thoughtful and specific. There was a wonderful interviewer years ago that would really do their research and find out personal things about us and that was always really fun bc of the intentionality behind it. We appreciate that effort quite a bit. Worst: What does your band name mean?  lol (& every night of tour). Or any other generic question we get every day. 

What makes you feel valued when you go to a station visit? What makes you feel devalued?

• Artist 1: Valued: I love being taken around to meet the staff. Everyone coming out of their offices for a moment and getting to look in their eyes. It’s fun to meet everybody. Devalued: It’s not always fun to be rushed in like cattle and rushed out. I know everyone’s busy, it’s rare, but there’s a station or 2 that felt more cold than a visit with a lawyer.  
• Artist 2: Valued: Anything that shows planning. To be thought of ahead of time makes me feel valued. Devalued: It’s somewhat hurtful when a meeting has been set for sometime and for whatever reason they haven’t even listened to the song I’m there for. I get in my head and in my feelings when that happens. “They’re probably right, I’m not even worth 3 minutes of their time” the voices in my head say. 
• Artist 3: Valued: Intentionality conversation, seeing and greeting all those behind the scenes that we don’t get to see as often, catching up with everyone on a personal level. It’s also always really nice when they know the song we are promoting, haha!  Really, it’s just the best to genuinely connect with people over our shared passions of Jesus and music. Devalued:  No interview, not knowing the songs, not well prepped for interviews. PD’s not coming out of their offices. (Lol – it’s happened  ) It’s rare though! 

What has been the most meaningful or memorable thing to happen during any radio related activity?

• Artist 1: A kid that won a special meet and greet through the station passed out 30 seconds into the meeting. We later came to find out the kid had medical issues that this happened somewhat regularly… but I’ll never forget it!
• Artist 2: I love being part of memorable moments in people’s lives. A station once worked it out with a couple of their super fan listeners that I got to be part of a couple’s proposal. I had the MOST fun. 
• Artist 3: I think hearing the stories from local listeners about how songs have impacted their lives. It’s never lost on me what an incredible privilege it is to be able to do what we do and I’m so humbled that God continues to use all of us for this work. 

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– Emily Thevarajoo, Digital Content Director, KCBI

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Prefer to read? Here’s a summary:

A recent Yahoo Finance headline said it all — “Streaming Faith: How Cedarville Alumni Are Expanding Christian Radio Reach.” It’s a reminder of just how much momentum this industry is carrying right now. Cedarville alumni are making their mark through outlets like Caleb, the River, Air One, and Way FM, and it’s exciting to see the next generation of media leaders already making such a significant impact.

And there is truly a lot to celebrate. Stations like KLRC in Fayetteville, K-LOVE’s KLTY in Dallas, and 104.9 in Spokane are all hitting number one. Artists are experiencing major life moments — Ben Fuller is engaged, Emerson Day is pregnant, and Peter Burton landed his first number one! On a more personal note, many in the community have been praying for David Leonard’s daughter River, and seeing her home and healthy after her heart issues is a beautiful reminder of the power of prayer.

The excitement doesn’t stop there — the data backs it all up. According to the mainstream Jacobs Media Techsurvey, personalities continue to outpace music as the primary reason people tune in. And Christian radio’s net promoter score sits at an incredible 82, with the next closest format, public radio, coming in at 70. People don’t just support what you do — they love it. Christian radio isn’t just the fourth largest format, it’s the fastest growing, and there has never been a better time to be part of it!

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