United Stations Radio Networks
Michael Lichtstein has a diverse and extensive work experience in the media and entertainment industry. Michael started their career in 1991 as a Junior Writer for "American Top 40 with Shadoe Stevens" at ABC Radio. Michael then worked as a Producer at WFAS-FM from 1992 to 1995. Michael moved on to MTV/VH1 as a Producer and Writer, where they conceptualized, wrote, and produced a daily music and entertainment news show called "Music Matinee" with Robin Dorian. Michael also worked on various VH1 Specials during their time there. In 2001, Michael joined Premiere Radio Networks as a Senior Producer, overseeing the production of a daily CHR countdown show hosted by Carson Daly. Michael managed a team of writers and producers and booked celebrity guests and guest hosts. From 2006 to 2020, Michael worked at Envision Radio Networks as the VP of Programming, where they served as an Executive Producer, Director, Creator, and Head Writer for nationally and internationally syndicated shows. Michael was responsible for managing staff and divisions across the country and overseeing the production of various shows. Most recently, Michael joined United Stations Radio Networks in 2021 as the Director of Talent Relations.
Michael Lichtstein attended Emerson College from 1986 to 1990, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Communication and Media Studies.
United Stations Radio Networks
United Stations now has the status as the largest independently owned and operated radio network in America, but it's not resting on its laurels and some major announcements are coming soon. There's a growing Ad Sales team with offices in New York, Chicago, Dallas and Los Angeles. There's a growing Affiliate Relations presence with regional reps based in New York, Washington, Dallas and Los Angeles. The network has dozens of programming services touching over 5000 stations a week, hundreds of performers on call and production outposts and show hosts based in New York, Chicago, Washington, Nashville, Atlanta, Dallas, Phoenix, Florida, Maine, North Carolina and, of course, Hollywood.