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Radio Headlines For Wednesday 09/04/24

Football FanAs kickoff nears, Nielsen analysis reveals that radio still has a massive reach to football fans across America. This coverage not only includes every game from the first kickoff to the Super Bowl but also features pre- and post-game programming. [read more]

FCC Seal LargeEven as formal comments are closed on a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking filed in January intended to incentivize stations to produce locally-oriented programming, public broadcasters are arguing with the FCC that their product is inherently local. [read more]



Labor Day GrillingAs we head into the last month of Q3, radio's national advertising received a Labor Day push, but not led by the holiday's usual brands. While Home Improvement companies have led Memorial Day and July 4 ad surges, it's pharma that made the biggest move. [read more]



Bobby BonesiHeartMedia syndicated personality Bobby Bones will be pulling double duty at the 2024 Marconi Radio Awards as Master of Ceremonies and as the recipient of this year's Distinguished Service Award. The festivities will be part of NAB Show New York. [read more]

Paige Nienaber(By Paige Nienaber) We just marked the 19th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, a weather event that killed 1300 people and caused damage that it took a decade to repair. I look back at Katrina as possibly the last time that Radio was ever able to fully mobilize. [read more]



Pat Bryson(By Pat Bryson) In one week, top radio sellers and managers will gather in Cincinnati, Ohio to learn, exchange ideas, and mingle. I’ll be there participating on a panel to discuss topics near and dear to our hearts: sales, management, and recruitment. [read more]



Jeff McHugh preferred Nov. 2019(By Jeff McHugh) Do you ever feel bad about doing something poorly? We want perfection immediately. We avoid taking a positive step because we are terrible at it, which assures us that we miss out on something good and never improve. [read more]

collette(Sponsored Content) John Mercure, host of Milwaukee’s 620 WTMJ Afternoon News, turned his passion for travel into revenue. His often-waitlisted come-along tours generate nearly $1 million, while he travels the world for free. Discover how come-along trips are booming post-COVID. [read more]



RI 2024 RMSS LogoIf you've ever been sitting in a conference, listening to a roundtable, and thinking to yourself, “Heck, I could do that,” well, now’s your chance! The Radio Masters Sales Summit in Cincinnati wants you - but only if your best sales proposal can swim with the sharks. [read more]



Brett PomykalaiHeartMedia Washington, DC has appointed Brett Pomykala as its new Senior Vice President of Sales. In his new position, Pomykala will oversee all digital and on-air sales initiatives for the company's eight stations in the region, spanning music, talk, and news formats. [read more]

Sean Hollywood HamiltoniHeartMedia New York's 103.5 KTU (WKTU) is shifting Sean “Hollywood” Hamilton out of afternoons to host mornings. Starting September 16, Hollywood Hamilton and the KTU Morning Crew will take over the slot last held by Carolina Bermudez and Greg T. [read more]



Marci WiserSan Francisco's Live 105 (KITS) has a new morning voice, with the addition of Marci Wiser. Wiser, who won the 2021 Gracie Award for Major Market Music Personality, has held on-air roles spanning markets from Los Angeles to New York. [read more]



Michael BerryPremiere Networks is adding Conservative talker Michael Berry to its national radio syndication lineup, starting October 7. The Michael Berry Show will continue to originate from iHeartMedia Houston’s NewsRadio 740, where it is currently heard on 25 affiliates. [read more]
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VSiN LogoAs VSiN reforms under Musberger Media, the sports betting network has announced its lineup ahead of the 2024 NFL season. Programming centers around wagering advice and fantasy football strategy from a variety of seasoned sportscasters. [read more]



True Crime PodcastLibsyn predicts strong potential for True Crime, Sports, and Fiction podcasts this fall as the company releases its August 2024 Podcast Advertising Rates. The upcoming sports seasons also offer opportunities for advertisers to engage with the medium's involved listeners. [read more]



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