Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast

Stolen: Surviving St. Michael's, the second season of Connie Walker's podcast for Gimlet Media, delved into her own family's history with residential school abuse, marking a breakthrough for the investigative journalist who has been recognized with a Pulitzer Prize and Peabody Award, among other accolades, including making the Time 100 list of most influential people of 2024. We welcome Walker to the podcast to talk about that breakthrough, what's next as Stolen searches for a new home, and how media can better support Indigenous journalists. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After helming afternoon drive on Calgary's Q107 for six years, Tarzan Dan Freeman was unexpectedly laid off less than 10 days before Christmas in 2022, followed by what he says was one of his hardest years ever convinced his radio career was most likely over. But like every good comeback story, Freeman now finds himself with a new coast-to-coast show, hosting middays across iHeartRadio's Bounce Radio network. Tarzan Dan joins us on Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to talk about being back in the national spotlight, his legacy as "that guy" from YTV's Hit List, and his advice to others who find themselves between radio gigs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roz & Mocha will celebrate 15 years on-air together this August. Originating from Toronto's KiSS 92.5 (CKIS-FM) and heard across Rogers Sports & Media's KiSS radio network, we welcome the morning duo to Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to talk about The History of Roz & Mocha - a new audio docuseries exploring their origin story. Among other topics, we dive into their on-air relationship and staying power, and why as a networked show they're fighting the live and local philosophy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Analytics represent another area of explosive technological growth as broadcast manufacturers embrace descriptive analytics. That includes Dielectric, which is sprinkling in a pinch of predictive modelling to make systemic changes to its design and production process for antennas. Dielectric President Keith Pelletier joins this special, sponsored episode of Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to talk about why RF is where analytics may be needed the most, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yellowknife online radio station Cabin Radio was denied an FM licence last year. But then, last summer's wildfires threatened the community of 20,000. That's prompted the CRTC to announce that it is re-opening applications to serve the market after Cabin Radio's appeal for an exception. Ollie Williams, the editor of Cabin Radio, joins Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to talk about the twists and turns of the regulatory process over the last five years, perseverance, and the enduring impact of local journalism. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"Murphy's Logic" is the title of longtime CTV Atlantic anchorman Steve Murphy's latest book, the name of his long-running opinion segment on CTV Atlantic News at Six. Murphy joins us on Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to share his insights after 45 years in the news business, including his takes on media bias, the future of journalism, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Just in time for International Women's Day, Canadian media personality, producer, and host Sarah Burke, has announced the launch of the Women In Media Network, a new home for women and gender-diverse podcasters. Burke joins us on Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to talk about why she feels it's time to shake up the Canadian podcast landscape and start a collective dedicated to empowering women through podcasting. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The federal government spent more than $86 million on advertising during fiscal 2022-23. 71% of that was with digital media, including nearly $14 million that went to social platforms like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Just 14% or $2.68 million was radio ad time. Steve Jones, Senior Vice-President of Brands & Content for Stingray Radio, returns to Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast as Stingray and a coalition of 20 independent broadcasters - including Pattison Media, Vista Radio, Evanov Communications, Acadia Broadcasting and others - join forces in an appeal for a greater share of the federal ad spend to go to local media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With radio's viability in question as of late, we welcome Trey Morris of the Center for Sales Strategy to Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to talk about the latest CSS Media Sales Report. Among other hot button issues we tackle are striking the right hybrid work balance, selling in what's agreed is the hardest-ever climate to get that first appointment, and we discuss making radio cool again. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

World Radio Day this year is all about celebrating radio's second century of service as one of the most dependable and widely used forms of media across the globe. To mark the day this year, the National Campus & Community Radio Association (NCRA) and Farm Radio International are hosting a live broadcast from downtown Ottawa on Carleton University's CKCU, celebrating the essential role the medium is still playing, particularly in areas underserved by other media. That's especially true for a lot of NCRA member stations as community radio experiences a renaissance. Executive Director Barry Rooke returns to Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to talk about that and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bell is undertaking its largest restructuring initiative in 30 years, announcing it’s reducing its workforce by 4,800 positions and selling 45 of its 103 radio stations, pending CRTC approval. Seven independent buyers, including Vista Radio, are poised to acquire those divested radio properties. Vista President Bryan Edwards joins us on this episode of Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to talk about why this is a good news story for radio, why Vista plans to retain and grow the staff count at those stations, his thoughts on the current regulatory landscape, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Amanda Cupido is among the new faces that have joined the Radio Trailblazers, the organization recognizing women who've blazed new trails in radio for almost 20 years, as it issues its call for nominations for the Rosalie Award, annually handed out during Canadian Music Week (CMW) in the spirit of legendary CKLW music director Rosalie Trombley. Cupido, the founder of Lead Podcasting and the former Director of Talk & Talent at 640 (CFIQ-AM) Toronto, joins Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to talk about the next generation of Trailblazers, share some of her podcast predictions for the coming year, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Canadian Journalism Forum on Violence and Trauma, the Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ) and the Carleton University School of Journalism are hosting a special series of online industry forums tackling the critical issue of the mental health and well-being of those in the news industry. "Taking Care in News: 2024 industry discussions on well-being" is open to journalists, editors, managers, educators and students. On this episode of Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast, we welcome journalist and mental health advocate Dave Seglins, one of the lead authors of 2022 report, Taking Care: A Report on Mental Health, Well-being and Trauma Among Canadian Media Workers, a study revealing alarming levels of burnout, anxiety, depression and trauma exposure within the industry. In this episode, we talk with Seglins about his ongoing work to enact a culture shift in newsrooms to improve mental health across the industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Finding what makes you or your brand stand out is the mission of Steve Pratt's new endeavour The Department of Differentiation. Launched with partners Jennifer Ouano, one of Pratt's former co-founders at Pacific Content, and Deborah Coll - an executive strategist who has worked with 980 CKNW, the Vancouver Canucks and Grizzlies, and Expedia - the new company aims to help organizations set themselves apart in the crowded consumer landscape, offering what they're calling "Competitive Differentiation Strategy." We welcome Steve Pratt to this episode of Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to talk about finding value in 'weird' and how his background in branded podcast content is informing his differentiation work. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Over 40 years, MusicMaster has forged a path to become the world's most flexible and intuitive music scheduling system. Jerry Parker is Director of Technical Services for MusicMaster. And with the bench strength of he and the entire team, it’s no wonder the company has a lock on the Canadian marketplace -- with MusicMaster Pro and MusicMaster CS – Client Server Edition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Canadian Radio Awards are here! In this special bonus episode, we go over the results and give you our thoughts on the lineup this year, speaking to some of the winners about their year in radio. The categories and their winners are as follows: Station of the Year - presented by NLogic Major - 94.5 Virgin Radio (CFBT-FM), Bell Media, Vancouver Medium - Energy 106 (CHWE-FM), Evanov Communications. Winnipeg Small - 103.5 Capital FM (CKGC-FM), Northern Lights Entertainment, Iqaluit Program Director of the Year - presented by David Kaye Major - Christian Hall, SONiC (CKKS-FM)/JACK FM (CJAX-FM), Roger Sports & Media, Vancouver Medium - Jacquie Beckett, K-Rock (CIKR-FM)/Country 93.5 (CKXC-FM), Rogers Sports & Media, Kingston Small - Chris Walker, Moose FM (CKFU-FM), Fort St. John Music Director of the Year - presented by MusicMaster Major - Katie Stanners, KiSS 91.7 (CHBN-FM), Rogers Sports & Media, Edmonton Medium - Wendy Boomer, National Music Director, Country Network, Rogers Sports & Media Small - Danny Ismond, GX94 (CJGX-AM), Harvard Media, Yorkton Best On-Air Solo Host (Music) Major - Lauren “Hunter” Daugherty, SONiC 102.9 (CHDI-FM), Rogers Sports & Media, Edmonton Medium - Adele Newton, CHYM 96.7, Rogers Sports & Media, Kitchener Small - Vanessa Murphy, Bounce 91.9 (CKLY-FM), Bell Media, Lindsay/Kawartha Lakes Best On-Air Team or Host (Music) Major - Ryder and Lisa, play107 (CKPW-FM), Harvard Media, Edmonton Medium - The Biggs & Barr Show, 106.1 CHEZ, Rogers Sports & Media, Ottawa Small - Mornings with Crash & Sarah Betts, MOVE 106.9 (CIBX-FM), Bell Media,Fredericton Best On-Air Team or Host (News/Talk/Sports) - presented by HD Radio Major - Mornings with Simi, 980 CKNW, Corus Radio, Vancouver Medium - The Start, 680 CJOB, Corus Radio, Winnipeg Small - Arnie Jackson, JSA Sports Network, Real Country 910 (CKDQ-AM),Stingray Drumheller Best Canadian Multi-Market Network Program - presented by Momentum Media Networks Major - The Roz and Mocha Show, KiSS Radio Network, Rogers Sports & Media Medium - The Brock and Dalby Show, Rogers Sports & Media Small - At The Crossroads, ATC Blues Radio Best Anchor or Reporter Major - Richard Southern, CityNews 680, Rogers Sports & Media, Toronto Small - Tara Clow, 91.9 CKNI, Acadia Broadcasting Corporation, Moncton Best Podcast - presented by Hippynet Major - The Jann Arden Podcast, Orbyt Media Medium - The Hot Tub Podcast, Stingray Small - River Reads, Smithers Community Radio Society Best On-Air Promotion - presented by vcreative Major - ZCARES Food Drive, Z103.5 (CIDC-FM), Evanov Communications, Orangeville Medium - Robin & PJ’s Singles Night, Country 106.7 (CIKZ-FM), Rogers Sports & Media, Kitchener Small - Junior Announcer Contest, 92.1 ROCK (CJQQ-FM)/KiSS 105.3 (CKGB-FM), Rogers Sports & Media, Timmins Best Commercial Major - Canadian Food Bank PSAs, The Pro Bono Group, National Medium - The Sodfather, 94.3 NOW!radio (CHNW-FM), Pattison Media, Winnipeg Small - Chillys Heating & Cooling, CJGX, Harvard Media, Yorkton Best Performance in a Commercial Major - Ron James, Canadian Red Cross Maritimes Relief, The Pro Bono Group Medium - Jim Van Dusen, Heebie Jeebies, QX104 (CFQX-FM), Pattison Media, Winnipeg Small - Scott Armstrong, Michelle Somerville, The Hungry Wolf, True North FM(CJCD-FM), Vista Radio, Yellowknife Best Imaging Voice Major - Sammi Morelli, [CKFM, CIBK, CFMG, CJCH, CHSU, CFCA, CIQM, CJFM, CFBT, CHBE, CIDR, CKMM], Vancouver Medium - David Kaye, 104.9 The Wolf (CFWF-FM), Harvard Media, Regina Small - Rosemary Trace, At The Crossroads, ATC Blues Radio, National Best Imaging Production - presented by Benztown Major - Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop, VIBE 105 (CHRY-FM), Toronto Medium - Dylan vs The World, The Zone @ 91-3 (CJZN-FM), Pattison Media, Victoria Small - 89.7 Sun FM (CJSU-FM), Vista Radio, Duncan Best Community Service Initiative Major - Canadian Food Banks, The Pro Bono Group, National Medium - The Okanagan...

Durham Radio President and Founder Doug Kirk is the recipient of this year's Ontario Association of Broadcasters (OAB) board-nominated lifetime achievement honour. Kirk, who has grown Durham Radio from a single station in Ajax, ON in 1994 to seven stations today, used his acceptance speech to take aim at the CRTC - which was notably absent from this year's gathering, as well as big broadcasters practicing widespread consolidation. Broadcast Dialogue caught up with Kirk following this year's awards presentation to talk about everything from the current regulatory environment to industry viability and strategic decision-making. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Beyond bringing film to audiences, the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) has made an effort in recent years to explore new technology and champion local artists and tech talent. VIFF presented the second edition of Signals at this year's festival, in partnership with DigiBC, an interactive exhibition featuring 35 curated projects that investigate the potential of creative tech in storytelling from interactive AI to Augmented Reality installations. On this episode of Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast we catch up with VIFF Executive Director Kyle Fostner, DigiBC Executive Director Loc Dao, Dene interdisciplinary artist Casey Koyzcan, and filmmaker and artist Loretta Todd, one of the matriarchs behind the IM4 Lab, an inclusive Indigenous space offering mentorship in immersive technologies. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CPAC President & CEO Christa Dickensen, who joined CPAC from Telefilm almost exactly one year ago, joins us on Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to talk about her return to the channel at a time when journalism is in jeopardy and the broadcast landscape undergoing complex transformation. Under the mentorship of Rogers' Vice-Chair Phil Lind over the past year, she also talks about carrying on the late CPAC founder's legacy to uphold the torch of democracy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dielectric has taken part in its share of RF installations at iconic transmission sites, from atop Mount Wilson in Los Angeles to One World Trade Center in New York City. Dielectric recently installed an antenna system to support transmission for WEDW-DT, part of the Connecticut Public Television (CPTV) PBS member network that has now improved reach into the coveted New York City television market. Mechanical Engineer Shane Cyr joins our publisher Shawn Smith on Broadcast Dialogue - The Podcast to talk about the installation's unique challenges, the company's 80-year legacy, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.