In the Vicinity

In The Vicinity: Join two local media veterans Jim Wilson and Tim Hanlon as they tear up the proverbial town with real talk, fun banter and hot takes on the future of media, advertising, and the technology impacting a neighborhood near you. With decades of combined experience across media, technology, and broadcasting, Tim and Jim break down the biggest stories of the week, unpack emerging industry trends, and explore how local media companies can navigate the shift to streaming. From the evolution of broadcast and digital platforms to new revenue models, technology disruption, and the future of audience engagement, the show delivers candid perspectives and practical insights for anyone operating in the local advertising ecosystem. Whether you're a broadcaster, publisher, advertiser, or media executive, this podcast offers a front-row seat to the conversations shaping the future of local media — and how the industry can evolve, compete, and thrive in a streaming-first world.