Statistically, it's known that radio works. The medium has massive reach, emotional attachment to its audience, and a high trust factor, but why? A recent study into the human brain may have answers - and new knowledge - into why and how AM/FM best resonates. [read more]
The broadcast, media, and entertainment industries are undergoing a revolution, courtesy of artificial intelligence, and the NAB Show has plans to face the changes head-on in Las Vegas. The Show has announced a full lineup of AI-centered shows, talk, and content. [read more]
Midwest Communications' Knoxville Market Manager Michael Brody has been elevated to Vice President of the Tennessee Region. In his role, Brody will oversee Midwest's Nashville and Knoxville markets. [read more]
North Carolina's Capitol Broadcasting Company has announced a new executive of the company's radio arm. Brian Grube was promoted to Vice President of Capitol's Radio Division, following an impactful year as General Manager for the Raleigh-based broadcaster. [read more]
(By Mike McVay) Radio keeps doing the same thing expecting a different result. There is a general feeling that the value of radio is decreasing as both an entertainment and information medium. There’s a lot of truth to that, especially in music radio. [read more]
(By John Shomby) Did you watch the Oscars a few Sundays ago? Only three years after the least-watched Academy Awards broadcast in history, the show was a pleasant surprise with its quick pace, entertaining content, and clever comedy, led by host Jimmy Kimmel. [read more]
(By Buzz Knight) If you follow March Madness at all, you've probably seen the unique service that the NCAA offers fans on its website specifically for this time of year. Look carefully and you’ll notice the "Boss Button.” [read more]
Country Radio Broadcasters is opening the floor for applications to join the CRS 2025 Agenda Committee. This pivotal group is tasked with curating and organizing the events for next year's Country Radio Seminar. Those interested in applying have until April 12. [read more]
After nine months and two previously contested ballots, iHeartMedia Philadelphia's Power 99 FM (WUSL) has unionized under SAG-AFTRA. Staff are set to commence their initial contract negotiations with the station's management on Wednesday, March 27. [read more]
Cumulus Media Dallas' New Country 96.3 and 99.5 The Wolf raised $260,000 for Cook Children’s Medical Center during the Third Annual Texas Independence Jam. The guitar pull featured performances by Old Dominion, Dustin Lynch, and Cole Swindell. [read more]
Audacy Philadelphia rallied more than $109,000 in donations for veterans through its partnership with the Travis Manion Foundation during the seventh annual Talk Radio 1210 WPHT Radiothon. [read more]
Cox Media Group Atlanta is welcoming Scott Kellum as the cluster's new General Sales Manager for radio. Kellum will lead local spot and digital revenue sales efforts across 95.5 WSB, B98.5, 97.1 The River, and KISS 104.1. [read more]
Audacy has announced the appointment of Tatjana Deegan as the new Vice President of Sales in its Austin cluster. Deegan joins Audacy after 18 years as General Sales Manager at Waterloo Media Austin, formerly Emmis Communications Austin. [read more]
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With one week left to go in the first quarter of 2024, Q1 has belonged to Progressive. The insurer again holds steady at the top spot as radio's most-aired national advertiser, per Media Monitors data. Progressive finished far ahead of the competition with 68,433 spots. [read more]
Benztown has released two new episodes of its original podcast, Chachi Loves Everybody, hosted by Benztown President Dave “Chachi” Denes. The latest episodes feature Oxford Road VP of Creative Services Stew Redwine and veteran music journalist Lyndsey Parker. [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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Statistically, it's known that radio works. The medium has massive reach, emotional attachment to its audience, and a high trust factor, but why? A recent study into the human brain may have answers - and new knowledge - into why and how AM/FM best resonates.
The broadcast, media, and entertainment industries are undergoing a revolution, courtesy of artificial intelligence, and the NAB Show has plans to face the changes head-on in Las Vegas. The Show has announced a full lineup of AI-centered shows, talk, and content.
Midwest Communications' Knoxville Market Manager Michael Brody has been elevated to Vice President of the Tennessee Region. In his role, Brody will oversee Midwest's Nashville and Knoxville markets.
North Carolina's Capitol Broadcasting Company has announced a new executive of the company's radio arm. Brian Grube was promoted to Vice President of Capitol's Radio Division, following an impactful year as General Manager for the Raleigh-based broadcaster.
(By Mike McVay) Radio keeps doing the same thing expecting a different result. There is a general feeling that the value of radio is decreasing as both an entertainment and information medium. There’s a lot of truth to that, especially in music radio.
(By John Shomby) Did you watch the Oscars a few Sundays ago? Only three years after the least-watched Academy Awards broadcast in history, the show was a pleasant surprise with its quick pace, entertaining content, and clever comedy, led by host Jimmy Kimmel.
(By Buzz Knight) If you follow March Madness at all, you've probably seen the unique service that the NCAA offers fans on its website specifically for this time of year. Look carefully and you’ll notice the "Boss Button.”
Country Radio Broadcasters is opening the floor for applications to join the CRS 2025 Agenda Committee. This pivotal group is tasked with curating and organizing the events for next year's Country Radio Seminar. Those interested in applying have until April 12.
After nine months and two previously contested ballots, iHeartMedia Philadelphia's Power 99 FM (WUSL) has unionized under SAG-AFTRA. Staff are set to commence their initial contract negotiations with the station's management on Wednesday, March 27.
Cumulus Media Dallas' New Country 96.3 and 99.5 The Wolf raised $260,000 for Cook Children’s Medical Center during the Third Annual Texas Independence Jam. The guitar pull featured performances by Old Dominion, Dustin Lynch, and Cole Swindell.
Audacy Philadelphia rallied more than $109,000 in donations for veterans through its partnership with the Travis Manion Foundation during the seventh annual Talk Radio 1210 WPHT Radiothon.
Cox Media Group Atlanta is welcoming Scott Kellum as the cluster's new General Sales Manager for radio. Kellum will lead local spot and digital revenue sales efforts across 95.5 WSB, B98.5, 97.1 The River, and KISS 104.1.
Audacy has announced the appointment of Tatjana Deegan as the new Vice President of Sales in its Austin cluster. Deegan joins Audacy after 18 years as General Sales Manager at Waterloo Media Austin, formerly Emmis Communications Austin.
With one week left to go in the first quarter of 2024, Q1 has belonged to Progressive. The insurer again holds steady at the top spot as radio's most-aired national advertiser, per Media Monitors data. Progressive finished far ahead of the competition with 68,433 spots.
Benztown has released two new episodes of its original podcast, Chachi Loves Everybody, hosted by Benztown President Dave “Chachi” Denes. The latest episodes feature Oxford Road VP of Creative Services Stew Redwine and veteran music journalist Lyndsey Parker.
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 
