The Secrets Of Talk Radio


	The Secrets Of Talk Radio

BartendingBear

11-14-2008 1:59 AM

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BartendingBear says:

Former News Director of one of America's largest and most successful news/talk stations spills the beans of how they spin their conservative success. Much more worthwhile reading at the clipped source.

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11-14-2008 8:41 AM

lifecyce1898

Very informative
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