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10 Questions with ... Urban
December 10, 2019
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This week, we look back at 2019 with the best answers to some of our best questions.
Sam Weaver
Urban/UAC Editor
All Access Music Group (1/8/19)
"The apparent misunderstanding of the product and what it means to the consumer. All radio people are not created equal; some are creative and there are too many people being promoted with limited skill sets. You would think with so many publicly-owned companies that this would not be the case."Mary K
Asst. OM/PD
Townsquare Media/Tuscaloosa, AL (1/22/19)
"I feel that the basic principles of radio and great programming apply to all formats. As a programmer you must be able to "eat the frog" daily, budget time for each of your brands/talents, and understand the nuances of each format. "Eat the frog" is a nod to not procrastinate"Gentleman George
PD
WLZN (Blazin 92.3)/Macon, GA (2/19/19)
"First and foremost, a radio station is licensed to be a trust to the community. Take on a posture of "giving back" in terms of involvement with schools, community, charitable events, i.e. coat drives, feeding the hungry, reading in schools, etc. The radio station should give the community a voice while being a model for unity."Don Wiliams
PD/PM Drive
WMBX & WMBX-HD2 (Beatz 96.3)/West Palm Beach, FL (2/26/19)
"Radio is like a personal relationship. Many people can go into detail about their favorite radio personalities from 20 years ago or a promotion where they may have won concert tickets or an opportunity to meet a celebrity. Continuing to create relationships with the listener is what's going to carry radio into the future."Roberta Solomon
Voice Gal Voiceover Artist (4/2/19)
"Exhilarating. Terrifying. Gratifying. Humbling. The entrepreneurial life is not for everyone, because you're responsible for everything. And there's an emotional side to this work that nobody talks about much. You have to learn to manage "the black hole." That's the fear that every gig you land will be the last one you'll ever do. (The fear never goes away.)"Trey The Choklit Jok
Brand Manager/PM Drive
KOOC/KSSM (B106)/Killeen/Temple (6/25/19)
"Knowing I have the power to diffuse or elevate the issue takes a lot of conflict out of my life. And age has matured me ... LOL ... so I've learned to try to pick my own battles. I let my work speak for itself and continue the thinking of what you do comes back on you. Sometimes it's okay to let people "win."Angela Yee
Morning Co-Host
The Breakfast Club/WWPR (Power 105.1)/New York (7/2/19)
"Stay healthy. Sleep whenever you can, and make sure you eat balanced meals, so you don't get sick. Get involved with your community. It's one thing to be a social media activist, but it's a whole different playing field to provide jobs, opportunities, and hope for other people."David C. Linton
PD
Clark Atlanta Univ. WCLK (Jazz 91.9)/Atlanta (7/23/19)
"I see myself as an architect or coach. I draw up the plays for the team to execute. I also believe it's my responsibility to help each air personality grow professionally and stretch their talents. I also see myself as the one to help foster a sense of family and promote collaborative efforts and of course, be the ultimate gate keeper of the airwaves."Brown
Format Captain Urban/Urban AC/Gospel & OM
WWDM/WHXT/Columbia, SC (8/6/19)
"Nothing really surprises me. I truly enjoy how this generation is creating its own vibe and wave while still having respect for those who came before them. These kids are on a whole different level with their ability to make hit records from the comfort of their bedroom."Sytonnia 'Toni' Moore
Morning Co Host 'The Morning Groove'
WALR (Kiss 104.1)/Atlanta (10/8/19)
"Morning shows are designed. That construction of funny, informative and entertaining (to name a few) gives me a rush every time we deliver it. I don't want to be a liner jock so being part of a 'show' is gratifying in several different ways. Broadcasting is one hell-of-a drug. And being able to do it at this magnitude, in a top 10 market, gives me the biggest high." -
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