Tim Roberts is one of radio’s most famous decorated programmers—National Country Radio Hall of Fame inductee, multi-time CMA/ACM/Marconi winner, and Radio Ink’s #1 Country Programmer for multiple years. He leads Audacy’s 23-station Country Network while overseeing Detroit’s WYCD & WOMC.

In this episode, Tim shares how he’s kept Detroit radio fresh and profitable through changing eras—by championing creativity, coaching through trust, and aligning every idea with brand value and advertiser ROI. He explains why fun beats funny, how to empower talent without smothering originality, and how today’s PDs must think like CEOs of their own brands.

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Guest: Mark Ramsey — Audio strategist, researcher, and creator of Wondery’s Inside Psycho, Inside Jaws, and Inside The Exorcist series.

Hosts: Kipper McGee & Dave Martin

Key Topics & Takeaways:

• From radio research to storytelling: Ramsey saw early that audio could be cinematic—destination content, not filler.
• Discover the 3 Checkmarks Framework: Every successful project needs it. Few actually use it.
• Shift in the industry: “Great distribution now creates content — not the other way around.”
• Why ‘Blue Ocean’ ideas matter: Find the unexplored frontier others ignore
• Listener involvement 2.0: Modern shows should borrow structure and prep from classics like Car Talk—authentic ≠ unplanned.
• Branded content done right: Partnerships with sponsors or underwriters can add halo and trust, not clutter.
• Final thought: Radio stations should “do what you do well—for people who don’t do that well—and partner with those who do what you don’t.”

Mentioned Projects: Wondery, Inside Series, Hope Media Group’s Scrooge: The Podcast Christmas Carol.

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Ever cringe at your own playback? Or feel like you’re “performing” instead of connecting? You’re not alone.

This time, Angela Perelli executive coach, talent whisperer, and radio vet — unpacks what separates stiff scripted delivery from the kind of authentic presence that gets listeners leaning in. As former PD of legendary stations like K101 San Francisco and Star 98.7 Los Angeles, Angela has shaped the sound—and careers—of some of the biggest names in radio including Ryan Seacrest and Carson Daly. Today, she helps talent and team find their authentic voices and create content that actually connects. Her mission: make great shows greater.

• Why “being different” doesn’t mean “being weird.”
• The quickest way to kill cringe before you hit record.
• Coaching tips to build confidence (without losing your edge).
• What today’s execs really look for in air talent — beyond ratigs.
• The one thing that separates authentic from awkward.

💥 Cringe-free content. Killer career advice. Angela doesn’t hold back.

Time-stamped Takeaways:

(01:55) Why “being different” is overrated—and what to aim for instead

(04:30) Understanding your purpose as a host helps you filter content and make decisions.

(06:49) It's crucial to embrace diversity within your team to create engaging conversations.

(08:41) Listener feedback can be valuable, but differentiate between constructive criticism and negativity.

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