There were waves across the industry on Friday as iHeartMedia sent out an all-staff communique warning of a tightening of the belt in the face of economic uncertainty. Is it another excuse or should radio prepare for the worst? [read more]
The FCC has slapped one pair of NYC pirates with the largest fine Congress allows - $2,316,034. This could only be the beginning, as post-COVID sweeps ramp up to hunt down illegal broadcasters under new PIRATE Act powers. [read more]
Early bird registration is now open for the 14th Annual Hispanic Radio Conference, June 14-15, 2023. This two-day, action-packed conference will be held at the Intercontinental Hotel Doral in Miami. Discounted rooms are also now available. [read more]
More of Radio Ink's 2023 Best PDs in Country Radio give us their thoughts from Country Radio Seminar 2023, which took place in Nashville last week. Matty Jeff (Townsquare Albany/WGNA) and Marci Braun (Audacy Chicago/WUSN) sound off. [read more]
SummitMedia is bringing Johnny Maze back to Wichita as Program Director for T-95 (KICT). Maze previously programmed the Active Rock station and sister station KFXJ from 2011 to 2016. Maze will also take over T-95 afternoons. [read more]
Urban One Columbus has found its new Midday talent for Power 107.5/106.3 (WCKX/WHTD) in Leah Henry. Henry previously worked at Urban One's 93.9FM WKYS in Washington, D.C. as a personality, Executive Producer, and digital content creator. [read more]
Nominations are now open for the Radio Ink The Medallas de Cortez awards. The awards recognize outstanding professionals and organizations in the radio industry who have made significant contributions in all areas of Hispanic radio. [read more]
(By Pat Bryson) Before I started Bryson Broadcasting International, I was a market manager for radio stations. One night, I woke up at 3:00 AM with this thought: "What do local businesses want from my salespeople?" [read more]
(By Rick Fink) It’s been well noted that business owners wear many hats. But, what about media reps? Yes, we sell advertising, but the process of selling advertising and maintaining clients has several steps. [read more]
(By Alec Drake) The 1969 Beatles lyric in “Across the Universe” says, “nothings gonna change my world.” How can that be true? In 2023 the rate of change is mind-blowing, and we are hard-pressed to cope. What can we do? [read more]
(By Randy Lane) Who talks first, second, third, etc.? There are no hard and fast rules for mic order on radio and podcast shows. Would a fixed or varied mic order work best for your show? [read more]
(By Mike McVay) Ten days ago, Podcast Movement Evolution in Las Vegas wrapped up. The conference was full of enthusiastic attendees, sponsors with their displays and exhibits, sessions loaded with takeaway content, and keynote speakers. [read more]
(By Loyd Ford) You’ve probably heard this a million times: you get what you focus on. The biggest thing you can do for yourself as a seller is to have an amazing focus on prospecting. [read more]
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The Detroit Tigers radio team is drafting new talent for the 2023 season. Former Tiger outfielder Cameron Maybin is joining the broadcast squad for about thirty road games this year. Maybin joins longtime Detroit radio play-by-play man Dan Dickerson. [read more]
Podcasting law expert Gordon Firemark will host a free "Business & Legal Fundamentals for Podcast Growth & Profit" workshop for creators. The virtual event is on March 27 at 9a PT and for podcasters of all levels. [read more]
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell us all about it. Radio Ink Magazine has been covering radio for over 31 years. It's the most trusted name in the industry. Send all news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Editor Ed Ryan at edryantheeditor@gmail.com. [read more]
iHeartPodcasts, Westbrook Media, and Red Table Talk Podcasts have reteamed for season two of Navigating Narcissism with Dr. Ramani. The series focuses on narcissism and its impact on relationships. [read more]
A new episode of Wonderstruck features host Elizabeth Rovere in a sit down with scientist, psychology professor, and best-selling author Dacher Keltner. [read more]
"Now What?" will celebrate its 100th episode with a special event in New York City. The milestone episode will be taped and streamed live from the Center for Fiction in Brooklyn on April 19. [read more]
"Forbidden Fruits" is back for a second season with hosts Julia Fox and Niki Takesh. The BFFs' podcast features interviews about taboo topics around sex, partying, and relationships. [read more]
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There were waves across the industry on Friday as iHeartMedia sent out an all-staff communique warning of a tightening of the belt in the face of economic uncertainty. Is it another excuse or should radio prepare for the worst?
The FCC has slapped one pair of NYC pirates with the largest fine Congress allows - $2,316,034. This could only be the beginning, as post-COVID sweeps ramp up to hunt down illegal broadcasters under new PIRATE Act powers.
Early bird registration is now open for the 14th Annual Hispanic Radio Conference, June 14-15, 2023. This two-day, action-packed conference will be held at the Intercontinental Hotel Doral in Miami. Discounted rooms are also now available.
More of Radio Ink's 2023 Best PDs in Country Radio give us their thoughts from Country Radio Seminar 2023, which took place in Nashville last week. Matty Jeff (Townsquare Albany/WGNA) and Marci Braun (Audacy Chicago/WUSN) sound off.
SummitMedia is bringing Johnny Maze back to Wichita as Program Director for T-95 (KICT). Maze previously programmed the Active Rock station and sister station KFXJ from 2011 to 2016. Maze will also take over T-95 afternoons.
Urban One Columbus has found its new Midday talent for Power 107.5/106.3 (WCKX/WHTD) in Leah Henry. Henry previously worked at Urban One's 93.9FM WKYS in Washington, D.C. as a personality, Executive Producer, and digital content creator.
Nominations are now open for the Radio Ink The Medallas de Cortez awards. The awards recognize outstanding professionals and organizations in the radio industry who have made significant contributions in all areas of Hispanic radio.
(By Pat Bryson) Before I started Bryson Broadcasting International, I was a market manager for radio stations. One night, I woke up at 3:00 AM with this thought: "What do local businesses want from my salespeople?"
(By Rick Fink) It’s been well noted that business owners wear many hats. But, what about media reps? Yes, we sell advertising, but the process of selling advertising and maintaining clients has several steps.
(By Alec Drake) The 1969 Beatles lyric in “Across the Universe” says, “nothings gonna change my world.” How can that be true? In 2023 the rate of change is mind-blowing, and we are hard-pressed to cope. What can we do? 
(By Randy Lane) Who talks first, second, third, etc.? There are no hard and fast rules for mic order on radio and podcast shows. Would a fixed or varied mic order work best for your show?
(By Mike McVay) Ten days ago, Podcast Movement Evolution in Las Vegas wrapped up. The conference was full of enthusiastic attendees, sponsors with their displays and exhibits, sessions loaded with takeaway content, and keynote speakers.
(By Loyd Ford) You’ve probably heard this a million times: you get what you focus on. The biggest thing you can do for yourself as a seller is to have an amazing focus on prospecting.
The Detroit Tigers radio team is drafting new talent for the 2023 season. Former Tiger outfielder Cameron Maybin is joining the broadcast squad for about thirty road games this year. Maybin joins longtime Detroit radio play-by-play man Dan Dickerson.
Podcasting law expert Gordon Firemark will host a free "Business & Legal Fundamentals for Podcast Growth & Profit" workshop for creators. The virtual event is on March 27 at 9a PT and for podcasters of all levels.
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell us all about it. Radio Ink Magazine has been covering radio for over 31 years. It's the most trusted name in the industry. Send all news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Editor Ed Ryan at 
iHeartPodcasts, Westbrook Media, and Red Table Talk Podcasts have reteamed for season two of Navigating Narcissism with Dr. Ramani. The series focuses on narcissism and its impact on relationships.
A new episode of Wonderstruck features host Elizabeth Rovere in a sit down with scientist, psychology professor, and best-selling author Dacher Keltner.
"Now What?" will celebrate its 100th episode with a special event in New York City. The milestone episode will be taped and streamed live from the Center for Fiction in Brooklyn on April 19.
"Forbidden Fruits" is back for a second season with hosts Julia Fox and Niki Takesh. The BFFs' podcast features interviews about taboo topics around sex, partying, and relationships.
