With a full quarter of data now available under Nielsen’s new three-minute listening threshold, radio broadcasters have hard evidence to support a long-held belief: people listen to radio more often - and with more frequency - than previously captured. [read more]
Tariffs, The Daily Wire, and digital were repeated points in Cumulus Media's Q1 2025 earnings report, which saw the broadcaster's net loss rise to $32.4 million for the quarter - more than doubling the $14.2 million loss posted in Q1 2024. [read more]
After a failed push to compete with streaming services, SiriusXM is reshaping its strategy to directly target terrestrial radio listening. "We have a real opportunity here to take share from AM/FM with the right price points and packages," said CEO Jennifer Witz. [read more]
iHeartMedia has appointed Leon Williamson as Market President for its Memphis and Tupelo operations. He replaces Karen McCrary Mitchell, who has held the role since May 2023. Williamson was previously Market President and SVP of Sales for iHeart Indianapolis. [read more]
(By Buzz Knight) Every day in radio is a battle. In an era of endless digital distractions, radio personalities and radio brands face the daunting challenge of capturing and holding the attention of listeners who have more choices than ever before. [read more]
(By Randy Lane) Three of the most common questions Jeff and I are asked by talent and management are regarding stop-sets, meeting with talent, and when to run features. But the hottest topic of discussion? It's all about Nielsen's new 3-minute rule. [read more]
On Monday, Radio Ink, Radio Ink delivers critical insights - including those from the 2025 Most Influential Women in Radio - into how you and your team can develop the influence needed to stand out among your competitors, connect with clients, and win the budget war. [read more]
The NAB has opened the nomination period for the 2025 Marconi Radio Awards, as the annual ceremony is moving to a special gala dinner held in advance of NAB Show New York this October, marking a shift outside of the annual conference at the Javits Center. [read more]
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has awarded a grant providing three years of additional funding to the Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom, a journalism collaboration spanning public radio and television across Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia. [read more]
Conservative talk host Dennis Prager is no longer set to make his radio comeback on June 3, following a setback in his recovery from a spinal cord injury. The commentator has been absent from his nationally syndicated midday program since earlier this year. [read more]
Less than a year after it moved to afternoons on the station, Audacy Kansas City's 98.9 The Rock (KQRC) is moving The Church of Lazlo into morning drive. In the show's place, the station is bringing in Ashley O from Audacy New Orleans' Bayou 95.7 (WKBU). [read more]
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A familiar voice to Texas public radio listeners has died. Houston Public Media anchor Matt Thomas has passed at age 41 after a brief illness. Thomas served as midday anchor for News 88.7 (KUHF) and as a statewide anchor for The Texas Newsroom. [read more]
Happy Oaks Day! This week’s Radio Ink Blast from the Past comes from Paul Fiddick and coincides nicely with this weekend's "Fastest Two Minutes In Sports." Send your Blast From The Past to our Online Editor Cameron Coats. [read more]
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With a full quarter of data now available under Nielsen’s new three-minute listening threshold, radio broadcasters have hard evidence to support a long-held belief: people listen to radio more often - and with more frequency - than previously captured.
Tariffs, The Daily Wire, and digital were repeated points in Cumulus Media's Q1 2025 earnings report, which saw the broadcaster's net loss rise to $32.4 million for the quarter - more than doubling the $14.2 million loss posted in Q1 2024.
After a failed push to compete with streaming services, SiriusXM is reshaping its strategy to directly target terrestrial radio listening. "We have a real opportunity here to take share from AM/FM with the right price points and packages," said CEO Jennifer Witz.
iHeartMedia has appointed Leon Williamson as Market President for its Memphis and Tupelo operations. He replaces Karen McCrary Mitchell, who has held the role since May 2023. Williamson was previously Market President and SVP of Sales for iHeart Indianapolis.
(By Buzz Knight) Every day in radio is a battle. In an era of endless digital distractions, radio personalities and radio brands face the daunting challenge of capturing and holding the attention of listeners who have more choices than ever before.
(By Randy Lane) Three of the most common questions Jeff and I are asked by talent and management are regarding stop-sets, meeting with talent, and when to run features. But the hottest topic of discussion? It's all about Nielsen's new 3-minute rule.
On Monday, Radio Ink, Radio Ink delivers critical insights - including those from the 2025 Most Influential Women in Radio - into how you and your team can develop the influence needed to stand out among your competitors, connect with clients, and win the budget war.
The NAB has opened the nomination period for the 2025 Marconi Radio Awards, as the annual ceremony is moving to a special gala dinner held in advance of NAB Show New York this October, marking a shift outside of the annual conference at the Javits Center. 
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has awarded a grant providing three years of additional funding to the Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom, a journalism collaboration spanning public radio and television across Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia.
Conservative talk host Dennis Prager is no longer set to make his radio comeback on June 3, following a setback in his recovery from a spinal cord injury. The commentator has been absent from his nationally syndicated midday program since earlier this year.
Less than a year after it moved to afternoons on the station, Audacy Kansas City's 98.9 The Rock (KQRC) is moving The Church of Lazlo into morning drive. In the show's place, the station is bringing in Ashley O from Audacy New Orleans' Bayou 95.7 (WKBU).
A familiar voice to Texas public radio listeners has died. Houston Public Media anchor Matt Thomas has passed at age 41 after a brief illness. Thomas served as midday anchor for News 88.7 (KUHF) and as a statewide anchor for The Texas Newsroom.
Happy Oaks Day! This week’s Radio Ink Blast from the Past comes from Paul Fiddick and coincides nicely with this weekend's "Fastest Two Minutes In Sports." Send your Blast From The Past to our 
