As the US woke up to the news of the tragic Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, Baltimore morning duo Kramer & Jess at Audacy's Mix 106.5 knew they had to serve their community. They canceled their planned show, opened the phone lines, and let a city grieve. [read more]
In today's digital age, brands leveraging a cross-platform audio approach - radio, streaming, and podcasts - are seeing enhanced campaign performance, improved marketing funnel metrics, and superior business outcomes, according to new data. [read more]
Boston NPR affiliate WBUR has announced a comprehensive plan aimed at reducing the organization's expenses by at least ten percent. To save the required $4 million to meet goal for the upcoming fiscal year, the station is introducing a voluntary exit program. [read more]
Nominations for the 2024 Medallas de Cortez are now open! This year's awards will be presented at the 15th annual Hispanic Radio Conference, June 12-13 in San Antonio, home of the US' first Spanish-language radio station, KCOR. [read more]
(By Paige Nienaber) I’m not a nonconformist. I kind of got nonconformist’ed out in high school. They seemed to try so hard. But I’ve always kind of strived for a hook, because why WOULD you want to be the same as your peers? [read more]
(By Rick Fink) Here's the scenario. You have an appointment that you set up a week ago and it’s a healthy distance away from your office. Do you call them to confirm the appointment prior to leaving or do you not call and take a chance? [read more]
(By Jeff McHugh) If you have worked with me or read my writings, you know how fond I am of show business lessons that apply to creating great radio and podcasts. Film actor Michael Caine tells a story from his early theatre days any audio presenter can use. [read more]
A public radio station in Yuma, AZ, has been honored with a significant grant to help teach journalism to college students with a focus on servicing underrepresented communities. Funded by the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, KAWC has received $15,000. [read more]
The 2024 NAB Show will feature a session focused on the mergers and acquisitions landscape in radio, moderated by Media Services Group Managing Director Bob Heymann. The panel will continue a conversation started at Radio Ink's Forecast 2024. [read more]
Exciting news for executives, managers, and the generally busy! Starting April 7, Radio Ink is launching the Radio InkRadio Wrap, a Sunday digest recapping the top industry news and ideas of the week. [read more]
In the Catskills, Bold Gold Media Group has unveiled its latest venture to give local content creators a place to record podcasts. Housed within the historic and newly refurbished Liberty Theater on Main Street in Liberty, NY, is the Bold Gold Studios. [read more]
Media tech provider Veritone has unveiled its newest conversational artificial intelligence chatbot designed for the company's Digital Media Hub. "Ask Veri" is designed to offer a sophisticated yet user-friendly approach to navigating digital media data. [read more]
AI-driven contextual targeting platform Sounder is joining Triton Digital in an enhancement to Triton’s broadcast radio and podcasting services. Sounder has extensive industry experience in brand suitability and digital audio promotional tools. [read more]
Always Know The Deal With RBR+TVBR Radio station transactions continue to transpire, and the latest involve a multicultural AM in Southern California and a multi-station deal in Indiana with Relevant Radio, respectively. The Afternoon Headlines E-mail has the details. Get it by clicking HERE.
Beasley Media Group Boston has entered into a multi-year partnership with the Boston Athletic Association to cover the Boston Marathon. The collaboration will see Beasley's five stations in the cluster provide extensive marketing and support for the event. [read more]
iHeartMedia has forged a partnership with Latino media outlet Mundo Hispano Digital. This collaboration sees the Oyénos audio network, directed by Dafnne Wejebe, joining forces with iHeartPodcasts on distribution for Hispanic-focused podcast content. [read more]
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell Radio Ink. We've covered radio for more than 31 years as the most trusted name in the industry. Send news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor Cameron Coats. [read more]
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As the US woke up to the news of the tragic Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, Baltimore morning duo Kramer & Jess at Audacy's Mix 106.5 knew they had to serve their community. They canceled their planned show, opened the phone lines, and let a city grieve.
In today's digital age, brands leveraging a cross-platform audio approach - radio, streaming, and podcasts - are seeing enhanced campaign performance, improved marketing funnel metrics, and superior business outcomes, according to new data.
Boston NPR affiliate WBUR has announced a comprehensive plan aimed at reducing the organization's expenses by at least ten percent. To save the required $4 million to meet goal for the upcoming fiscal year, the station is introducing a voluntary exit program.
Nominations for the 2024 Medallas de Cortez are now open! This year's awards will be presented at the 15th annual Hispanic Radio Conference, June 12-13 in San Antonio, home of the US' first Spanish-language radio station, KCOR.
(By Paige Nienaber) I’m not a nonconformist. I kind of got nonconformist’ed out in high school. They seemed to try so hard. But I’ve always kind of strived for a hook, because why WOULD you want to be the same as your peers?
(By Rick Fink) Here's the scenario. You have an appointment that you set up a week ago and it’s a healthy distance away from your office. Do you call them to confirm the appointment prior to leaving or do you not call and take a chance?
(By Jeff McHugh) If you have worked with me or read my writings, you know how fond I am of show business lessons that apply to creating great radio and podcasts. Film actor Michael Caine tells a story from his early theatre days any audio presenter can use.
A public radio station in Yuma, AZ, has been honored with a significant grant to help teach journalism to college students with a focus on servicing underrepresented communities. Funded by the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, KAWC has received $15,000.
The 2024 NAB Show will feature a session focused on the mergers and acquisitions landscape in radio, moderated by Media Services Group Managing Director Bob Heymann. The panel will continue a conversation started at Radio Ink's Forecast 2024.
Exciting news for executives, managers, and the generally busy! Starting April 7, Radio Ink is launching the Radio Ink Radio Wrap, a Sunday digest recapping the top industry news and ideas of the week.
In the Catskills, Bold Gold Media Group has unveiled its latest venture to give local content creators a place to record podcasts. Housed within the historic and newly refurbished Liberty Theater on Main Street in Liberty, NY, is the Bold Gold Studios.
Media tech provider Veritone has unveiled its newest conversational artificial intelligence chatbot designed for the company's Digital Media Hub. "Ask Veri" is designed to offer a sophisticated yet user-friendly approach to navigating digital media data.
AI-driven contextual targeting platform Sounder is joining Triton Digital in an enhancement to Triton’s broadcast radio and podcasting services. Sounder has extensive industry experience in brand suitability and digital audio promotional tools.
Beasley Media Group Boston has entered into a multi-year partnership with the Boston Athletic Association to cover the Boston Marathon. The collaboration will see Beasley's five stations in the cluster provide extensive marketing and support for the event.
iHeartMedia has forged a partnership with Latino media outlet Mundo Hispano Digital. This collaboration sees the Oyénos audio network, directed by Dafnne Wejebe, joining forces with iHeartPodcasts on distribution for Hispanic-focused podcast content.
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell Radio Ink. We've covered radio for more than 31 years as the most trusted name in the industry. Send news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor 
