Chachi on the Future of Radio, Audio and AI

In the seventh episode of Radio on Main Street, recorded live from NAB Show 2026, Mike Hulvey sits down with Dave "Chachi" Denes for a unique conversation that blends Radio on Main Street with Chachi's own podcast, Everybody Loves Chachi. The discussion explores the origins of Benztown, the creative vision behind its success and Chachi's perspective on the future of radio, audio and content creation.

In this clip, Chachi discusses how AI-powered tools are helping radio teams work faster and more efficiently by simplifying tasks such as imaging, promo creation and content production. As stations continue to do more with fewer resources, he shares how emerging technology is making professional-quality creative accessible in just minutes. Listen to the full podcast for more insights on innovation, creativity and the evolving role of AI in radio and audio.