Amid concerns of Chairman Brendan Carr is urging radio and TV operators to air “pro-America programming” in advance of the nation’s 250th anniversary on July 4, which he says is tied to fulfilling the public service obligations required of licensees. [read more]
The Broadcasters Foundation of America has its 2026 Leadership Awards lineup locked in, with eight exemplary torchbearers from radio and TV due to be honored at the organization's Annual Breakfast on Wednesday, April 22, during NAB Show in Las Vegas. [read more]
After growing 71% since 2016, Black American consumer spending power is projected to reach $2.1 trillion in 2026, and new analysis from Katz Multicultural shows AM/FM radio remains the most efficient way to reach that audience at scale in ad-supported audio. [read more]
Leaders and Lessons - Radio Ink Delivers First Putting the price first in your ads? You’ve already lost the listener. Learn the right structure for radio ads that builds credibility, reduces risk, and improves results from Jeffrey Hedquist in tomorrow's headlines.
A landmark panel at Radio Ink's Hispanic Radio Conference, led by Entravision's Angie Balderas and featuring Radio Hall of Famer Mike McVay, is positioned to thoughtfully tackle the barriers and bold opportunities facing women in Hispanic broadcasting today. [read more]
Is the advertising industry's default demographic target overdue for a reset? Audacy Senior Director of Research & Insights Reggie Shah is making the case to add another decade to the all-important Adults 25–54 standard ad target, which could benefit brands and radio. [read more]
Sometimes it's the smallest shifts that can often create the biggest benefits for listeners. Considering the audience growth of Christian radio, combined with some of the most faithful P1s in the industry, you'd forgive secular radio for peeking at their notes. [read more]
The FCC has rejected, en masse, a round of requests to waive the statutory 25% late payment penalty on overdue FY 2023 and FY 2024 regulatory fees, underscoring that relief is reserved for rare, extraordinary circumstances outside a payer’s control. [read more]
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