Two months into 2024, BIA Advisory Services has revised its US Local Advertising Forecast for the year - and it's not good news for radio. In October, BIA predicted a tidal wave of local ad spending fueled by political revenue, but that flood may be diverting elsewhere. [read more]
As Congress pushes toward the finish line on the AM For Every Vehicle Act, legislators are showing increased support for radio’s financial protection as well. The Local Radio Freedom Act has gained a simple majority of support within the US House of Representatives. [read more]
Following court approval of its pre-packaged Plan of Reorganization, Audacy is sharing a look into its financial status, including an upturn to kick off the new year. The broadcaster had been tight-lipped about recent performance, foregoing earnings calls since Q1. [read more]
Since its inception in 1999, Radio Ink's Most Influential Women in Radio list has served as a prestigious recognition, celebrating the exceptional talent, spirit, and contributions of women across all roles of the radio industry. Join us in celebrating MIW's 25th anniversary. [read more]
(By Paige Nienaber) Dan Aykroyd had a great line about being civil and treating his fans with respect. He said, “My job is to put butts in seats." A big part of that is creating fans. You don’t create a fan by spamming them on social media. [read more]
(By Randy Lane) Research studies reveal people get bored during meetings and presentations within ten minutes. A recent Finnish study of 380 virtual work meetings found viewers feeling drowsy after just ten minutes. [read more]
(By Rick Fink) Many businesses have a Board of Directors. Their responsibility is not to run the company but to simply advise it. To tap into the minds of others to continually help you find a better way, we recommend establishing your own informal "Board of Directors.” [read more]
The National Association of Broadcasters is the latest broadcasting organization looking to invigorate radio with diverse and dynamic young talent. The "You Belong Here" campaign has been deployed in collaboration with the NAB Leadership Foundation. [read more]
Urban One's combined power of Radio One and Reach Media successfully raised more than $1.5 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. This year's event marks the 17th year of Urban One's St. Jude partnership, cumulatively raising $22 million. [read more]
Whether it's Help Wanted or Situations Wanted, let Radio Ink Jobs help you with hiring on our relaunched job board. Let us help connect you with the companies and names you read about in our headlines and in print every day. [read more]
The Broadcasters Foundation of America has revealed its 2024 Lowry Mays Excellence in Broadcasting Award winner - Erica Farber, the outgoing President & CEO of the Radio Advertising Bureau - along with this year’s recipients of its esteemed Leadership Awards. [read more]
Townsquare Media's Taste of Country brand has launched its very own morning show, Taste of Country Mornings. Hosted by Nicole Taylor and Matthew Wood, the four-hour weekday program is initially available over-the-air in four markets and via the Taste of Country site. [read more]
Two Program Directors are out at Jackson, MS's New South Radio. Matt Mony has announced his impending departure as Program Director and Afternoon Drive host at Y101 (WYOY). Chris Bender resigned as Mix 98.7 (WJKK) PD on March 4. [read more]
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Eric Zane, best known for his ongoing podcast and 11-year tenure with the syndicated Free Beer & Hot Wings show, is returning to radio for the first time since 2019. Zane will take mornings on Blarney Stone Broadcasting Q100 in Grayling, MI, starting March 18. [read more]
Song skipping and hyper-personalized content delivery are coming to Audacy’s live broadcast streams, by way of Super Hi-Fi. The AI-centric radio management company has announced the launch of HLS+, a new streaming technology specifically for radio. [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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Two months into 2024, BIA Advisory Services has revised its US Local Advertising Forecast for the year - and it's not good news for radio. In October, BIA predicted a tidal wave of local ad spending fueled by political revenue, but that flood may be diverting elsewhere.
As Congress pushes toward the finish line on the AM For Every Vehicle Act, legislators are showing increased support for radio’s financial protection as well. The Local Radio Freedom Act has gained a simple majority of support within the US House of Representatives.
Following court approval of its pre-packaged Plan of Reorganization, Audacy is sharing a look into its financial status, including an upturn to kick off the new year. The broadcaster had been tight-lipped about recent performance, foregoing earnings calls since Q1.
Since its inception in 1999, Radio Ink's Most Influential Women in Radio list has served as a prestigious recognition, celebrating the exceptional talent, spirit, and contributions of women across all roles of the radio industry. Join us in celebrating MIW's 25th anniversary.
(By Paige Nienaber) Dan Aykroyd had a great line about being civil and treating his fans with respect. He said, “My job is to put butts in seats." A big part of that is creating fans. You don’t create a fan by spamming them on social media.
(By Randy Lane) Research studies reveal people get bored during meetings and presentations within ten minutes. A recent Finnish study of 380 virtual work meetings found viewers feeling drowsy after just ten minutes.
(By Rick Fink) Many businesses have a Board of Directors. Their responsibility is not to run the company but to simply advise it. To tap into the minds of others to continually help you find a better way, we recommend establishing your own informal "Board of Directors.”
The National Association of Broadcasters is the latest broadcasting organization looking to invigorate radio with diverse and dynamic young talent. The "You Belong Here" campaign has been deployed in collaboration with the NAB Leadership Foundation.
Urban One's combined power of Radio One and Reach Media successfully raised more than $1.5 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. This year's event marks the 17th year of Urban One's St. Jude partnership, cumulatively raising $22 million.
Whether it's Help Wanted or Situations Wanted, let Radio Ink Jobs help you with hiring on our relaunched job board. Let us help connect you with the companies and names you read about in our headlines and in print every day.
The Broadcasters Foundation of America has revealed its 2024 Lowry Mays Excellence in Broadcasting Award winner - Erica Farber, the outgoing President & CEO of the Radio Advertising Bureau - along with this year’s recipients of its esteemed Leadership Awards.
Townsquare Media's Taste of Country brand has launched its very own morning show, Taste of Country Mornings. Hosted by Nicole Taylor and Matthew Wood, the four-hour weekday program is initially available over-the-air in four markets and via the Taste of Country site.
Two Program Directors are out at Jackson, MS's New South Radio. Matt Mony has announced his impending departure as Program Director and Afternoon Drive host at Y101 (WYOY). Chris Bender resigned as Mix 98.7 (WJKK) PD on March 4.
Eric Zane, best known for his ongoing podcast and 11-year tenure with the syndicated Free Beer & Hot Wings show, is returning to radio for the first time since 2019. Zane will take mornings on Blarney Stone Broadcasting Q100 in Grayling, MI, starting March 18.
Song skipping and hyper-personalized content delivery are coming to Audacy’s live broadcast streams, by way of Super Hi-Fi. The AI-centric radio management company has announced the launch of HLS+, a new streaming technology specifically for radio.
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 
