In the final days of Radio Ink’s 2024 Season of Giving Tally, the grand total rose to an incredible $28.84 million, surpassing 2023’s $28.32 million and 2020's $28.5 million to make this the second-biggest year in Tally history. [read more]
As social media giant Meta announces the end of its longstanding fact-checking program, the National Association of Broadcasters is underscoring the vital role of local broadcasters in delivering trusted, fact-based journalism to the American public. [read more]
(By Buzz Knight) CES 2025 has officially kicked off in Las Vegas with an electrifying showcase of innovation. From the latest in mobility, artificial intelligence, and the enduring power of audio, the first day captured the spirit of exploration that defines “The Show.” [read more]
As maybe best exemplified by the $80 million deal that ended 2024, noncommercial FM stations continue to lead terrestrial radio growth according to the FCC’s official broadcast station totals for Q4 2024. The shifts become even more pronounced year over year. [read more]
(By Paige Nienaber) We’re back, so to speak, and coming out of a weather event that caused a lot of havoc in the mid-south. Winter storms are kind of like Halloween, awards shows and the Super Bowl: they can be major social media moments. [read more]
(By Jeff McHugh) Years ago, I coached a talented morning radio host who loved performing in the studio but had near panic attacks when doing anything outside of it. By chance, I had just finished Steven Pressfield's life-changing book The War of Art. [read more]
Country Radio Seminar has announced a one-day "Throwback Thursday" promotion for January 9, lowering registration price to the Early Bird rate offered for a single day in August. CRS 2025 online registration will close on Friday, January 17. [read more]
Audacy Cleveland’s Q104 (WQAL) hosted its second annual Request-a-Thon for the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. Listeners could request songs of their choice with a $40 donation during a 12-hour broadcast with morning show co-hosts Bill Ryan and Alyssa Rose. [read more]
Beasley Media Group has announced the impending retirement of New Jersey Regional Market Manager Dan Finn. The news marks the conclusion of a decades-long career, including notable time at New Jersey Broadcasting, Inc. and Greater Media. [read more]
iHeartMedia St. Louis and Indianapolis Market and Area President John Beck is stepping down after nearly four years. Beck plans to focus on his media consulting business, John Beck Media Strategies, and remain active in legislative and community involvement. [read more]
The University of Montana has announced Anne Hosler as the new Director of the Broadcast Media Center following a nationwide search. Hosler, who has been with the center since 2012, previously served as Membership Manager and Director of Development. [read more]
Earlier this week, Stephanie "Chiquibaby" Himonidis, host of El Show de Chiquibaby on Nueva Network, hosted a candid interview with VP Harris. We sat down with Himonidis to discuss the importance of Hispanic radio and its air talent in election years and beyond. [read more]
Cumulus Media’s B106.7 (WTCB) in Columbia, SC, is introducing the station's first live and local morning program in seven years. The Midlands Morning Show features midday host Kaylin Mozdzen and Program Director Leo “LB” Baldwin. [read more]
Don't Miss A Detail - Get RBR+TVBR CES 2025 is on in Las Vegas and the head of vCreative + PromoSuite shares her thoughts on what attendees will likely be focusing their attention toward in the latest Afternoon Headlines E-mail. Learn more by clicking HERE!
Audacy Houston has announced Tucker "Frito" Young and Katy Dempsey as the new morning show co-hosts for 100.3 The Bull (KILT) starting January 10. Their show, Frito & Katy, replaces The Morning Bullpen, which was cut in December layoffs. [read more]
MetroNews' Talkline, a midday current affairs program heard on 35 affiliate stations across West Virginia and one in Maryland, has a new pair of hosts. Dave Wilson and T.J. Meadows are taking over the program following the retirement of longtime host Hoppy Kercheval. [read more]
Premiere Networks and Buzz Knight Media have announced that the podcast Music Saved Me will join the iHeartPodcasts network. Hosted by Lynn Hoffman, the show explores the healing power of music through personal stories from musicians. [read more]
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In the final days of Radio Ink’s 2024 Season of Giving Tally, the grand total rose to an incredible $28.84 million, surpassing 2023’s $28.32 million and 2020's $28.5 million to make this the second-biggest year in Tally history.
As social media giant Meta announces the end of its longstanding fact-checking program, the National Association of Broadcasters is underscoring the vital role of local broadcasters in delivering trusted, fact-based journalism to the American public.
(By Buzz Knight) CES 2025 has officially kicked off in Las Vegas with an electrifying showcase of innovation. From the latest in mobility, artificial intelligence, and the enduring power of audio, the first day captured the spirit of exploration that defines “The Show.”
As maybe best exemplified by the $80 million deal that ended 2024, noncommercial FM stations continue to lead terrestrial radio growth according to the FCC’s official broadcast station totals for Q4 2024. The shifts become even more pronounced year over year.
(By Paige Nienaber) We’re back, so to speak, and coming out of a weather event that caused a lot of havoc in the mid-south. Winter storms are kind of like Halloween, awards shows and the Super Bowl: they can be major social media moments.
(By Jeff McHugh) Years ago, I coached a talented morning radio host who loved performing in the studio but had near panic attacks when doing anything outside of it. By chance, I had just finished Steven Pressfield's life-changing book The War of Art.
Country Radio Seminar has announced a one-day "Throwback Thursday" promotion for January 9, lowering registration price to the Early Bird rate offered for a single day in August. CRS 2025 online registration will close on Friday, January 17.
Audacy Cleveland’s Q104 (WQAL) hosted its second annual Request-a-Thon for the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. Listeners could request songs of their choice with a $40 donation during a 12-hour broadcast with morning show co-hosts Bill Ryan and Alyssa Rose.
Beasley Media Group has announced the impending retirement of New Jersey Regional Market Manager Dan Finn. The news marks the conclusion of a decades-long career, including notable time at New Jersey Broadcasting, Inc. and Greater Media.
iHeartMedia St. Louis and Indianapolis Market and Area President John Beck is stepping down after nearly four years. Beck plans to focus on his media consulting business, John Beck Media Strategies, and remain active in legislative and community involvement.
The University of Montana has announced Anne Hosler as the new Director of the Broadcast Media Center following a nationwide search. Hosler, who has been with the center since 2012, previously served as Membership Manager and Director of Development.
Earlier this week, Stephanie "Chiquibaby" Himonidis, host of El Show de Chiquibaby on Nueva Network, hosted a candid interview with VP Harris. We sat down with Himonidis to discuss the importance of Hispanic radio and its air talent in election years and beyond.
Cumulus Media’s B106.7 (WTCB) in Columbia, SC, is introducing the station's first live and local morning program in seven years. The Midlands Morning Show features midday host Kaylin Mozdzen and Program Director Leo “LB” Baldwin.
Audacy Houston has announced Tucker "Frito" Young and Katy Dempsey as the new morning show co-hosts for 100.3 The Bull (KILT) starting January 10. Their show, Frito & Katy, replaces The Morning Bullpen, which was cut in December layoffs.
MetroNews' Talkline, a midday current affairs program heard on 35 affiliate stations across West Virginia and one in Maryland, has a new pair of hosts. Dave Wilson and T.J. Meadows are taking over the program following the retirement of longtime host Hoppy Kercheval.
Premiere Networks and Buzz Knight Media have announced that the podcast Music Saved Me will join the iHeartPodcasts network. Hosted by Lynn Hoffman, the show explores the healing power of music through personal stories from musicians.
