What does radio have to do with Amazon Prime Day? Research shows that heavy audio consumers, particularly those who frequently listen to AM/FM and podcasts, give online retailers a unique advantage that Amazon might not necessarily bank on - but it should. [read more]
Southern California Public Radio, the operator of Los Angeles NPR affiliate LAist 89.3 (KPCC), has named Univision Los Angeles executive Alejandra Santamaria as the organization's new President and CEO, succeeding Herb Scannell. [read more]
While it wasn't last week's golden boom, radio had some very positive takeaways coming off a big Independence Day week for advertising and heading into 2024's third quarter, according to the latest report from Media Monitors for the week of July 8-14. [read more]
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has selected the Poynter Institute to develop and implement the second phase of its Digital Transformation Program. This initiative aims to train up to 225 public media entities on a multi-platform approach to public media. [read more]
(By Mike McVay) There have been a number of notable deaths over the past few weeks and months touching the radio industry. Many of us modeled ourselves after these talent as performers, commentators, anchors, managers, and co-workers. [read more]
(By John Shomby) Being one who has been on the receiving end of a radio downsizing, I can offer several steps that will lead to some important future decisions. There is no right or wrong answer here, but this is my process: [read more]
(By Buzz Knight) Effective leadership goes far beyond making decisions and delegating tasks. One of the most crucial yet often overlooked and forgotten skills of a great leader is the ability to listen with intensity. [read more]
Each July, the industry eagerly anticipates Radio Ink’s 40 Most Powerful People in Radio list. This year, that anticipation is dialed up to 11 as we await the big reveal of the “Top 40” rankings — and Radio Ink’s new format. Get your first look here! [read more]
NRG Media's News/Talk 1540 KXEL-AM, serving Waterloo and Cedar Rapids, IA, recently helped raise $10,000 for Iowa Veterans of Foreign Wars Foundation. KXEL broadcast from US Senator Joni Ernst's annual "Iowa’s Roast and Ride" charity event in Des Moines. [read more]
Portland, OR-based Christian broadcaster Worship 24/7 is expanding its partnership with Hope Media Group, first formed in October 2023, to expand Worship 24/7's programming to HMG-owned signals in Houston and Evansville, IN. [read more]
It's been around four months since Country radio returned to the FM band on Long Island, and now Connoisseur Media’s 103.1 The Wolf (WWWF) has found its afternoon drive host in format staple Kelly Ford. Ford will broadcast live from The Wolf's Farmingdale studios. [read more]
YouTube star Adam Reader, known as the Professor of Rock, is getting his own radio show, launching this October with Skyview Networks. Classic Rock U will combine Reader's extensive music knowledge and interviews with a playlist of classic hits. [read more]
Woodward Communications' 105.7 WAPL in Appleton, WI announced the sudden departure of morning host Rick McNeal due to severe health complications. McNeal was already scheduled to retire after nearly four decades, but his condition expedited his exit. [read more]
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Hearst Television has been selected to receive the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation’s second Excellence in Broadcast Preservation Award. This recognition highlights Hearst Television's significant efforts in safeguarding broadcast history. [read more]
ENCO Systems has announced a new generative AI voice cloning feature has been added to its SPECai spec spot creation tool for radio. SPECai, in collaboration with Benztown and Compass Media Networks, can now replicate a voice from a user-uploaded audio sample. [read more]
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What does radio have to do with Amazon Prime Day? Research shows that heavy audio consumers, particularly those who frequently listen to AM/FM and podcasts, give online retailers a unique advantage that Amazon might not necessarily bank on - but it should.
Southern California Public Radio, the operator of Los Angeles NPR affiliate LAist 89.3 (KPCC), has named Univision Los Angeles executive Alejandra Santamaria as the organization's new President and CEO, succeeding Herb Scannell.
While it wasn't last week's golden boom, radio had some very positive takeaways coming off a big Independence Day week for advertising and heading into 2024's third quarter, according to the latest report from Media Monitors for the week of July 8-14.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has selected the Poynter Institute to develop and implement the second phase of its Digital Transformation Program. This initiative aims to train up to 225 public media entities on a multi-platform approach to public media.
(By Mike McVay) There have been a number of notable deaths over the past few weeks and months touching the radio industry. Many of us modeled ourselves after these talent as performers, commentators, anchors, managers, and co-workers.
(By John Shomby) Being one who has been on the receiving end of a radio downsizing, I can offer several steps that will lead to some important future decisions. There is no right or wrong answer here, but this is my process:
(By Buzz Knight) Effective leadership goes far beyond making decisions and delegating tasks. One of the most crucial yet often overlooked and forgotten skills of a great leader is the ability to listen with intensity.
Each July, the industry eagerly anticipates Radio Ink’s 40 Most Powerful People in Radio list. This year, that anticipation is dialed up to 11 as we await the big reveal of the “Top 40” rankings — and Radio Ink’s new format. Get your first look here!
NRG Media's News/Talk 1540 KXEL-AM, serving Waterloo and Cedar Rapids, IA, recently helped raise $10,000 for Iowa Veterans of Foreign Wars Foundation. KXEL broadcast from US Senator Joni Ernst's annual "Iowa’s Roast and Ride" charity event in Des Moines.
Portland, OR-based Christian broadcaster Worship 24/7 is expanding its partnership with Hope Media Group, first formed in October 2023, to expand Worship 24/7's programming to HMG-owned signals in Houston and Evansville, IN.
It's been around four months since Country radio returned to the FM band on Long Island, and now Connoisseur Media’s 103.1 The Wolf (WWWF) has found its afternoon drive host in format staple Kelly Ford. Ford will broadcast live from The Wolf's Farmingdale studios.
YouTube star Adam Reader, known as the Professor of Rock, is getting his own radio show, launching this October with Skyview Networks. Classic Rock U will combine Reader's extensive music knowledge and interviews with a playlist of classic hits.
Woodward Communications' 105.7 WAPL in Appleton, WI announced the sudden departure of morning host Rick McNeal due to severe health complications. McNeal was already scheduled to retire after nearly four decades, but his condition expedited his exit.
Hearst Television has been selected to receive the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation’s second Excellence in Broadcast Preservation Award. This recognition highlights Hearst Television's significant efforts in safeguarding broadcast history.
ENCO Systems has announced a new generative AI voice cloning feature has been added to its SPECai spec spot creation tool for radio. SPECai, in collaboration with Benztown and Compass Media Networks, can now replicate a voice from a user-uploaded audio sample.
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell Radio Ink. We've covered radio as the most trusted name in the industry since 1992. Send news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor 
