Ep. 38 Buzz Knight

EPISODE SUMMARY: Buzz Knight is a strategist and media exec who has experience at multiple prominent companies. He recently founded his own company, Buzz Knight Media, and podcast, Takin a Walk. Knight shares stories from his career in radio and lots of insightful ideas as Buzz and Chachi sit down for a chat! On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Buzz Knight about:Growing up in Stanford, CT and listening to NYC radioGetting his start at WVUD while studying at the University of DaytonThe consequences of his mudwrestling stuntHaving to choose between being an on-air talent and off-air programmingBecoming a rock format captain and later SVP of Greater MediaThe Benefits and drawbacks of small and large media companies and what the ideal size isStarting Buzz Knight Media and learning as he wentLaunching his podcast, Takin A WalkAnd more!You can listen to Buzz’s Podcast Takin A Walk HERE.ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: Buzz Knight has been a strategist and media executive for decades with leadership roles for multiple prominent companies. Buzz most recently served as EVP of Strategy and Innovation for Beasley Media Group which he joined in 2016 upon the closing of the company’s purchase of Greater Media. His passion for great content and tremendous brands has had an impact on a diverse list of outstanding radio properties across the country.His industry advocacy has included multiple roles in and around ratings and audience measurement with participation on The National Association of Broadcasters COLRAM (Committee on local Radio Audience Measurement), Nielsen Advisory Council and The Council for Research Excellence. He is also the creator and the host of The Takin A Walk Podcast Series where he walks and talks with interesting people available to listen here.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.PEOPLE MENTIONED: Gene Shepherd, John Fulop, Mark Chernoff, Steve Goldstein, Ed Christian, Dave Robbins, Jerry Charm, Howard Stern, Mel Karmazin, John Garren, Tim Sabean, Scott Herman, Peter Smythe, John Bordes, Heidi Raphael, Paula Abdul.ABOUT BENZTOWN: Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world-class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles, New York, London and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Daily Dees Show, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now, AudioLogger, Audio Architecture, Radio Merch Shop, The Rooster Show Prep, AmeriCountry, and Benztown Swag Bank. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: The Making of: A National Geographic Podcast, Run It Again, Hot Chicken and Cage-Free Conversation with Byron Kennedy, and Edelman Financial Engines’ Everyday Wealth.Web: benztown.comFacebook: facebook.com/benztownradioTwitter: @benztownradioLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztownInstagram: instagram.com/benztownradio Enjoyed this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody? Let us know by leaving a review! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.