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There are two big problems

HSG — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 01:51:49 +0000

There are two big problems with ratings. First, they are not real accurate. Second, they're always in flux. Yes, it's true that a show with a 3 rating has more listeners than one with a .5 but it's not necessarily true that a show with a 1.5 has more listeners than one with a 1.2 - at least not over a 3 or 6 month period.

Many thanks for the love

HSG — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 01:23:45 +0000

In reply to Ed is fantastic, I love this

Many thanks for the love fiasunshine.

Ed is fantastic, I love this

fiasunshine — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 19:48:50 +0000

In reply to Ed or Thom

Ed is fantastic, I love this schedule change. It works really well after Hal's delighful and fiery show . The energy flows together between the shows, I didn't feel that way with Thom, he was a let down after Hal's show. Anyway, Ed brings so much passion and spirit to issues that are of the moment. I must admit that I was not always a fan, I was not sure about his progressive credentials but I began to really tune into him during the primaries and Ed was always cutting edge with his choice of guests and topics. He is definitely a true patriot and a fighter for the average working man (I like hearing that perspective), he's also one of the few progressive voices that can get booked on the corporate shows. Team Ed!

I dont know the two

Deadman — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 15:07:56 +0000

In reply to Ed or Thom

I dont know the two personalities at all (well, Ed I saw a lot on CNN during election season and wasn't overly impressed - tho his voice was clearly made for broadcast), but I will say this: You can never please everyone, and I certainly wouldnt equate the ferocity of listener complaints to the size of each personality's popularity. Some people just inspire a more passionate audience.

But as director of a radio station, I don't see how you can't be guided by ratings. Those should be a more accurate reflection of which host is more preferred.