Maxx Myrick: DC Radio General Manager on Building Successful Stations and the Future of Broadcasting
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Maxx Myrick: DC Radio General Manager on Building Successful Stations and the Future of Broadcasting

Join host Rob Lee as he sits down with Maxx Myrick, Marconi and Billboard Award-winning on-air personality and radio programmer, to discuss the challenges and successes of building successful radio stations, the impact of consolidation on the industry, and the future of podcasting. Maxx shares insights into the power of social media and the internet in reaching and engaging with audiences, as well as the importance of authenticity and consistency in content creation. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the radio industry and the future of podcasting from a seasoned industry expert. 🎙️📻🌐


Episode Highlights:

  • Maxx Myrick's early experiences with radio and his love for music. [00:05:08-00:05:30] 🎶
  • The challenges and successes of building and managing radio stations. [00:19:19-00:20:53] 🏢
  • The power of social media and the internet in reaching and engaging with audiences. [00:32:05-00:32:48] 📱💻
  • The importance of authenticity and consistency in content creation. [00:35:12-00:35:53] 🤝🔄
  • The impact of consolidation on the radio industry and the need for independent platforms. [00:43:00-00:44:04] 📢💼


Key Takeaways:

  • The internet and social media provide opportunities for independent creators to reach and engage with audiences. 🌐👥
  • Authenticity and consistency are key to building and maintaining an audience. 🤲🔄
  • Jazz and blues music are the foundation of American music and continue to influence and inspire artists today. 🎷🎸


Follow Maxx Myrick on social media for updates on his latest projects and insights into the radio industry.
Website: myrickmedia.com

Social Media Links:
Facebook: Maxx Myrick 📘
Instagram: maxxmyrick 📷
LinkedIn: Maxx Myrick 🔗


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Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.

Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.

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Rob Lee
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Rob Lee
The Truth In This Art is an interview series featuring artists, entrepreneurs and tastemakers in & around Baltimore.
Maxx Myrick
Guest
Maxx Myrick
Marconi and Billboard award winning air personality and radio programmer with over 40 years of experience providing content in New York, Chicago, Atlanta and Washington, DC on local and national level at Sirus XM Satellite Radio. Music historian and curator, podcast producer, concert promoter and talent agent with extensive relationships in broadcast, music, entertainment and film industries. Expert at startup and building of radio stations and conveying brands across multiple digital platforms. Thorough knowledge of blues, jazz, early rock n roll, soul and r&b genres. Writer and brand consultant specializing in marketing and influencing the African American market.