Get on-air broadcast training created by current professional broadcasters

We develop professionally trained on-air talent for their dream broadcasting job. This is done through the proven effectiveness of mentoring.

Some of those individuals who have benefited from professional broadcast mentoring include those from the following sectors:

Student run college radio stations

Community Radio stations

High school broadcasters and podcasters nationwide

14 Core Modules, 96 Hours of Bonus Resources

Core modules and bonus resources consist of video, audio, and written materials.

Includes 82 additional training resources in library (audio + video).

Taught by 29 professional broadcasters

Broadcast professionals are comprised of radio DJs, talk-show hosts and sportscasters from media outlets such as IHeartMedia, ESPN, Fox sports, Cumulus, and Entercom radio.

On Demand and Interactive Quizzes
 

Quizzes are designed to gauge individual comprehension and understanding of subject material.

Training materials developed by 29+ broadcast professionals (radio + sports + podcasting).

14 Core Modules on Topics Such as Vocal Development, On-Air Style, Podcasting, Social Media, Job Finding... and more

  • 1

    Transitioning Into Broadcasting

    • Transitioning Into Broadcasting Workbook Download

    • 10 Things About Broadcasting - Don Ohlmeyer

    • What is it Like to Transition from NFL to Broadcasting?

    • Introduction to Broadcasting by Michelle Salvatore

    • Transitioning Into Broadcasting Quiz
  • 2

    Topic Development

    • Topic Development Workbook Download

    • Topic Development by Larry Gifford

    • Topic Development Quiz
  • 3

    Storytelling

    • Storytelling Workbook Download

    • Storytelling by Larry Gifford

    • Storytelling Quiz
  • 4

    Developing Your On-Air Style

    • Developing Your On-Air Style Workbook Download

    • Host or Personality – Bruce Gilbert SVP Cumulus Radio

    • Pronunciation Guide by David Ross

    • Inflection Exercises by Larry Gifford

    • Developing Your On-Air Style Quiz
  • 5

    Conducting Interviews

    • Conducting Interviews Workbook Download

    • Interviewing Sin #1 by Larry Gifford

    • Interviewing Sin #2 by Larry Gifford

    • Interviewing Sin #3 by Larry Gifford

    • Interviewing Sin #4 by Larry Gifford

    • Interviewing Sin #5 by Larry Gifford

    • Interviewing Sin #6 by Larry Gifford

    • Interviewing Sin #7 by Larry Gifford

    • Handout download: John Sawatsky - Art of Interviewing

    • Handout download: John Sawatsky - Interview Style

    • Red Carpet Q&A SNL’s 40th Anniversary Show

    • Art of Interviewing - by Ron Barr

    • Conducting Interviews Quizes
  • 6

    Hosting Talk Cap Shows

    • Hosting Talk Cap Shows Workbook Download

    • How to Host a Talk Cap Shows by Brock Huard

    • Hosting Talk Cap Shows Quiz
  • 7

    Creating a podcast

    • Creating a Podcast Workbook Download

    • Quick Start to Using Audacity for Your Talk Show with Larry Gifford

    • Creating a Podcast Quiz
  • 8

    Sports Reporting

    • Sports Reporting Workbook Download

    • Sports Reporting by Suzy Shuster

    • Sports Reporting Quiz
  • 9

    Show Contributor

    • Show Contributor Workbook Download

    • Show Contributors by Larry Gifford

    • Show Contributor Quiz
  • 10

    Utilizing Social Media

    • Utilizing Social Media Workbook Download

    • Seven Ways to Share Your Story on Social Media by Larry Gifford

    • Utilizing Social Media QUIZ
  • 11

    Play-By-Play and Color Commentary

    • Play-By-Play and Color Commentary Workbook Download

    • Advice from the Pros by Larry Gifford

    • Understanding the Role of the Game Analyst by Brock Huard

    • The Week Leading Up to a Game by Michelle Salvatore

    • Play-By-Play and Color Commentary Quiz
  • 12

    Vocal Development

    • Vocal Development Workbook Download

    • Part 1: Vocal Development for Broadcasters by Cathy Runnels – Intro

    • Part 2: Vocal Development for Broadcasters by Cathy Runnels – Pretest

    • Part 3: Vocal Development for Broadcasters by Cathy Runnels – Posture

    • Part 4: Vocal Development for Broadcasters by Cathy Runnels – Breathing

    • Part 5: Vocal Development for Broadcasters by Cathy Runnels – Pitch

    • Part 6: Vocal Development for Broadcasters by Cathy Runnels – Resonance

    • Part 7: Vocal Development for Broadcasters by Cathy Runnels - Intonation and Inflection

    • Part 8: Vocal Development for Broadcasters by Cathy Runnels – Pace

    • Part 9: Vocal Development for Broadcasters by Cathy Runnels – Projection

    • Part 10: Vocal Development for Broadcasters by Cathy Runnels - Vocal Hygiene

    • Part 11: Vocal Development for Broadcasters by Cathy Runnels - Post Test

    • Vocal Development Quiz
  • 13

    Realities of the Job

    • Realities of the Job Workbook Download

    • What it's Like to Work in a Radio or TV Station by Brock Huard

    • Realities of the Job Quiz
  • 14

    Video: Job Hunting Insights

    • Job Hunting 101 by Michael Madden and Larry Gifford

    • Job Hunting 201 by Michael Madden and Larry Gifford

    • Getting Hired by Michelle Salvatore

    • Job Hunting 101 Quiz

Get the First Session from Course #6 Topic Development:

Discover how to choose, develop and expand your topic using the Topic Tree.
What topics captivate audiences the most?
How to find the ‘secret recipe’ for a hit story?
Why curiosity is the single most powerful thing you own?
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A Curriculum Designed Specifically by Over 29Professional Broadcasters with over 312 years of combined experience in broadcasting.

Bruce Gilbert
SVP Sports
Cumulus/Westwood One
Larry Gifford
National Director of Talk Radio
Corus Entertainment
Michelle Salvatore
General Manager
Compass Media
Cathy Runnels, M.S., CCC-SLP
Voice and Speech Coach
Accent on Speech LLC
Ron Barr
CEO
Sports Byline Radio Network
Perry Michael Simon
Vice President/Editor
All Access Music Group, Inc.
Brock Huard
TV Analyst
FOX Sports
David Brody
CEO
Broadcaster Marketing Services
CJ Silas
Talk Show Host
ESPN Radio

“I found Michael Madden to be genuinely caring with a passion for the business, and for encouraging his BMG students to understand broadcasting and polish their talents.”

Jona Denz Hamilton
Announcer 94.5 KBAY

“BMG provides a fabulous alternative education for so many people, including myself, who are looking to break into the broadcasting industry. Michael has also been a tremendous influence and mentor to me in my search for a Professional Broadcasting career, as well.”

Brad Stein
On-Air Personality

“Everybody wants prospective employees to "have" experience, but nobody wants to "give" it to them. Michael Madden and his Broadcasters Mentoring Group offers excellent instruction, guidance and experience for students who are interested in getting a head start in a highly competitive business.”

Larry Burnett
LA Lakers, Sparks & Olympics Announcer

“I can only imagine the kind of talent radio we could develop if everyone in the biz was eager and willing to work with BMG and their highly polished broadcasters.”

Larry Gifford
National Director Talk Radio Corus Entertainment

“Michael and Broadcasters Mentoring Group helped my business grow since its launch in August 2010 by providing the training I needed to succeed. I have a great amount of respect for Michael and would recommend BMG to anyone looking to break into the business.”

Dan Flickinger CEO
Westmoreland Sports Network

“I have recommended Michael Madden and Sportscasters and Broadcasters Mentoring Group to many people and will continue to do so.”

Jon Chelesnik CEO
STAA

“The mentoring model SMG uses is an outstanding vehicle for someone trying to break into the business, as well as those who've gotten started but want to move up the ladder. Students learn what they need to compete as on air broadcasters in this competitive business.”

Crys Quimby, GM
NBC News Radio

“Michael's broadcasting training service is precisely what broadcasters trying to break into the business are seeking. BMG serves as a conduit between the apprentice looking for a way into the industry, and the journeymen who can offer advice, counsel, and expertise from the inside.”

Ron Flatter
VSiN

“Integrity and knowledge. That's what you get from Michael Madden. Michael's program is ideal for the broadcaster who is looking to be equipped to break into this exciting business”.

David Brody, CEO
Broadcaster Marketing Services

“Having a mentor through SMG is a great way for those who take SMG's course to develop the required broadcasting skills, develop a network, and learn what it takes to break into the broadcasting business”.

Louise Cornetta, Program Director
ESPN

“BMG/SMG provides you with outstanding training AND the contacts all aspiring broadcasters need. If you want to work in broadcasting, you would be wise to join BMG/SMG”.

Jeff Biggs
KNX News Radio & ESPN

“BMG's training helped me to get the job and I've been doing it ever since."

Parrish Graham
BMG student

"I went to BMG and it provided me with the training I needed to get my foot in the door."

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