FCC Chairman Brendan Carr asked for ideas to cut outdated broadcast regulations - and the NAB has now given him plenty to work with. In an 80-page filing backed by a 60-page appendix, the NAB delivered a sweeping blueprint for deregulation. [read more]
Commercial broadcasters, noncommercial operators, and even the US Chamber of Commerce are urging the FCC to scrap or substantially relax the Local Radio Ownership Rule, arguing that the regulation is outdated in a Big Tech world. [read more]
As brands increasingly prioritize real-time metrics, do marketers truly understand what drives sales? The latest Advertiser Perceptions study suggests that while perceptions are improving, many advertisers still miss the mark on the power of great creative. [read more]
Salem Media Group has announced a multi-faceted agreement that brings Donald Trump Jr. and Lara Trump into the company as both stakeholders and strategic collaborators as the broadcaster grows its footprint in conservative media. [read more]
(By Mike McVay) There’s a strong consensus - backed by research - that the auto is the last listening location where radio dominates. With mounting competition from other platforms, new data now shows the beginnings of erosion, fueled by automakers themselves. [read more]
(By John Shomby) Years ago, I had the unique opportunity to coach both young teen football and baseball for several seasons. I was mentored by my brother, who had lots of coaching years under his belt. One of the things he taught me was how to “chart” a game. [read more]
Like a great sales pitch requires careful wording and understanding the client’s needs, so does an AI prompt. Join Radio Ink for our next Radio Masters Sales Series webinar: "Prompt & Circumstance: A.I. Prompt Crafting 101 for Radio Salespeople” - sponsored by Marketron. [read more]
Signs of spring aren't just found in rising temperatures and the emergence of greenery, but in radio's ad breaks. Those interested in a little spring cleaning and spring breakers were both targets, as can be gleaned from this past week's national radio advertising chart. [read more]
RAB has once more extended the submission window for the 2025 Radio Mercury Awards, recognizing excellence in radio creative. This year's entrants can compete across 19 categories, including new awards to reflect the evolving radio and audio landscape. [read more]
BIA Advisory Services has named Senan Mele as Vice President of Forecasting and Data Analysis, succeeding Nicole Ovadia, who Radio Ink has learned has exited the company to pursue a new opportunity after three years in the role. [read more]
Beth Bacall is staying on afternoons at the Today’s Christian Music network, following its sale to Christian FM Media. Bacall joined the network in April 2024 when it was still under Salem Media Group ownership. [read more]
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Jed "The Fish" Gould, the influential Los Angeles radio talent who helped shape the city’s alternative rock sound at KROQ, has died at 69. Known for his distinctive laughter, Gould spent more than three decades with KROQ as one of its most iconic voices. [read more]
George B. "Scooter" Seagraves, a familiar and beloved voice to generations of Tulsa radio listeners, has died. He was 85. A native of Stuttgart, AR, Seagraves began his broadcasting career at just 19 years old while attending the University of Tulsa. [read more]
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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr asked for ideas to cut outdated broadcast regulations - and the NAB has now given him plenty to work with. In an 80-page filing backed by a 60-page appendix, the NAB delivered a sweeping blueprint for deregulation.
Commercial broadcasters, noncommercial operators, and even the US Chamber of Commerce are urging the FCC to scrap or substantially relax the Local Radio Ownership Rule, arguing that the regulation is outdated in a Big Tech world.
As brands increasingly prioritize real-time metrics, do marketers truly understand what drives sales? The latest Advertiser Perceptions study suggests that while perceptions are improving, many advertisers still miss the mark on the power of great creative.
Salem Media Group has announced a multi-faceted agreement that brings Donald Trump Jr. and Lara Trump into the company as both stakeholders and strategic collaborators as the broadcaster grows its footprint in conservative media.
(By Mike McVay) There’s a strong consensus - backed by research - that the auto is the last listening location where radio dominates. With mounting competition from other platforms, new data now shows the beginnings of erosion, fueled by automakers themselves.
(By John Shomby) Years ago, I had the unique opportunity to coach both young teen football and baseball for several seasons. I was mentored by my brother, who had lots of coaching years under his belt. One of the things he taught me was how to “chart” a game.
Like a great sales pitch requires careful wording and understanding the client’s needs, so does an AI prompt. Join Radio Ink for our next Radio Masters Sales Series webinar: "Prompt & Circumstance: A.I. Prompt Crafting 101 for Radio Salespeople” - sponsored by Marketron.
Signs of spring aren't just found in rising temperatures and the emergence of greenery, but in radio's ad breaks. Those interested in a little spring cleaning and spring breakers were both targets, as can be gleaned from this past week's national radio advertising chart.
RAB has once more extended the submission window for the 2025 Radio Mercury Awards, recognizing excellence in radio creative. This year's entrants can compete across 19 categories, including new awards to reflect the evolving radio and audio landscape.
BIA Advisory Services has named Senan Mele as Vice President of Forecasting and Data Analysis, succeeding Nicole Ovadia, who Radio Ink has learned has exited the company to pursue a new opportunity after three years in the role.
Beth Bacall is staying on afternoons at the Today’s Christian Music network, following its sale to Christian FM Media. Bacall joined the network in April 2024 when it was still under Salem Media Group ownership.
Jed "The Fish" Gould, the influential Los Angeles radio talent who helped shape the city’s alternative rock sound at KROQ, has died at 69. Known for his distinctive laughter, Gould spent more than three decades with KROQ as one of its most iconic voices.
George B. "Scooter" Seagraves, a familiar and beloved voice to generations of Tulsa radio listeners, has died. He was 85. A native of Stuttgart, AR, Seagraves began his broadcasting career at just 19 years old while attending the University of Tulsa.
