The Arrington Gavin Show Ep. 587 “IS RADIO STILL RELEVANT IN 2026?”

Is traditional radio fighting for survival… or is it evolving right alongside the digital age?

On this episode of The Arrington Gavin Show, we dive into the ongoing battle between AM/FM radio and the explosive rise of podcasts, streaming, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and social media influencers. Has streaming changed media forever? Does local radio still matter? And why are so many people turning to independent creators for news, entertainment, and conversation?

Special guest Mark Hays, General Manager of KSHP 1400 AM & 107.1 FM Las Vegas, joins the show for a powerful conversation about the future of radio, the importance of community broadcasting, the challenges facing traditional media, and how stations are adapting in a rapidly changing world.

🔥 We discuss:

The future of AM & FM radio

Why podcasts exploded in popularity

The role of social media in entertainment & news

Can radio still compete with streaming?

Why local radio still has an advantage

The changing habits of younger audiences

The business of broadcasting in 2026

🎧 Strong opinions. Real talk. Independent thinking.

📻 Featuring Special Guest:

Mark Hays

General Manager, KSHP 1400 AM & 107.1 FM Las Vegas