On The Record: Neal Sharpe Looks Back on 45 Years in Radio and the Changes That Shaped an Industry
Former Charlotte radio program director Neal Sharpe reflects on more than 45 years in broadcasting, his time at WLNK's 107.9 The Link and Mix 107.9, the station's unexpected sale, and the challenges facing local radio.
On The Record: Otis Maher on Kiss 95.1, Reinvention and Why Local Radio Still Matters
Former Kiss 95.1 personality Otis Maher looks back on his years in Charlotte, the career setbacks that pushed him to reinvent himself, and his return to Atlanta radio. From unforgettable moments with listeners to the challenges facing today's broadcasters, Maher shares why he believes local connections remain radio's greatest strength.
On The Record: Tony Hayes on 50 Years of Radio, Taking Risks and Keeping It Local
From Boston and Atlanta to mornings on Charlotte’s Lite 102.9, Tony Hayes reflects on more than 50 years in radio, memorable moments with Jen Byrum, an unforgettable Dolly Parton interview and why he believes local radio still has a future.
On The Record: Darrell Jackson on 43 Years of Radio and Why Local Still Matters
Darrell Jackson, midday host at Rock Classics 103.9 FM WTXY in Whiteville, North Carolina, joins Caudle Media's On The Record interview series to talk about his career in radio, his passion for broadcasting, and the people and experiences that have shaped his journey behind the microphone.
On The Record: Arroe Collins on Radio, Reinvention and the People Behind the Stories
Longtime Charlotte radio personality Arroe Collins reflects on a career that began with childhood dreams of broadcasting in Wyoming and grew into decades of radio, writing, interviews and podcasting. He shares the people and experiences that shaped his career, his thoughts on radio's changing landscape, and how his work at Harris Teeter has given him another way to connect with people and discover the stories worth telling.
On The Record: Chuck Boozer
Chuck Boozer started his radio career at 18 years old in 1973, and more than five decades later, he's still behind the microphone. In this On The Record interview, the longtime Carolinas broadcaster looks back on his career, his move from music to talk radio, his current show on WHKY in Hickory, and why he believes good local radio still has a place in today's changing media landscape.
On the Record: Mark Starling on Local Radio, Hurricane Helene and Why Being There Still Matters
For 11 years, Mark Starling has been a familiar morning voice on Asheville's NewsRadio 570 WWNC. In this On The Record interview, the morning host and news director reflects on his career, the station's critical role during Hurricane Helene, and why he believes live, local radio remains as important as ever in the communities it serves.
A Little Southern Drawl Goes a Long Way
I’ve sometimes wondered whether my Southern accent costs me opportunities. Meanwhile, a radio station in Ohio has turned that same drawl into weather sponsorships—and listeners are asking to meet me. Sometimes the very thing we worry about changing is what people appreciate most.
ON THE RECORD - CATHERINE LANE
Catherine Lane reflects on 40 years in Charlotte radio, from discovering broadcasting almost by accident in college to becoming a longtime voice on Country 103.7 WSOC-FM and Tanner in the Morning. She shares the importance of authenticity, friendship and local connection, the personal experiences she brought to the air, and why she believes live, local personalities remain something technology can never truly replace.
10 Questions with Joe Greene of WNCW 88.7 FM
Joe Greene reflects on nearly four decades in broadcasting, from discovering distant AM stations as a kid to spending nearly 30 years in commercial radio and eventually finding a home at WNCW 88.7 FM. He shares the people and experiences that shaped his career, his love of bluegrass and independent music, memorable encounters with musicians, and why he believes listeners still value something technology can’t replace: a real person on the other side of the microphone.