2025: 3 Items for Your Resolution List
Based on my new 2025 calendar, I’m about to begin my 50th year working in Christian radio. Among other things, I’m thinking back on what remains the same and what has
The 3-Minute Qualifier: An Answer to Radio’s Prayer
As we approach Thanksgiving, one of the things I’m especially grateful for this year is the radio industry working together with Nielsen to implement the new 3-minute Qualifier. This change
Campfire
I love a good campfire. A little pyro skills, patience and soon you’re enjoying some community with others while snacking on s’mores. K..I’m getting hungry! Speaking of which - humble
CMB University
You would have never expected me to be majoring in radio if you talked to me before entering college. My first CMBU experience had opened a door to the possibilities
Boss’s Day
October 16th is Boss's Day, a day set aside for employees to recognize their boss for being fair and kind throughout the year. A few thoughts, if I might, from a
3 Ways to Support Your Listeners This Election Season
As station managers and on-air talent, election season can be difficult to navigate and maintain a positive mindset when there's so much tension. However, as Christians, we should keep our
Will The Upcoming Presidential Election Impact Giving?
In each presidential election cycle, fundraisers and heads of nonprofits get concerned about the potential impact the election will have on the support of their organization. They wonder, “Will donors
What if God Hasn’t Called You to Radio?
I had been “in radio” for over 20 years when I believe God whispered this to my heart, “You’re not in radio, you’re a missionary to your city.” That profound thought
The Past • The Present • The Future
THE PAST: I’ve been working in and around Christian radio for more than 20 years now and it’s been amazing to see how much we’ve grown as a format since then.
Last Supper
Drag queens staging a controversial “Last Supper” at the Olympic opening ceremonies. “Should we be talking about that on Christian radio?” Here’s a fun thought experiment. Imagine that somehow your station