The shock resignation of Nathan Simington has intensified Republican efforts in Washington to confirm Trump nominee Olivia Trusty to the FCC, where Chairman Brendan Carr has been left in the lurch to preside over a quorum-less Commission. [read more]
"Intrigue, betrayal, and drama left and right" set the tone for this year’s regulatory panel at Hispanic Radio Conference 2025. Moderated by Fletcher, Heald & Hildreth Partner Frank Montero, the annual session felt especially urgent amid a volatile DC. [read more]
President Donald Trump is praising the potential defunding of NPR as the US House of Representatives narrowly voted to pass a bill that would claw back $1.1 billion in federal funding for public broadcasters that had already been allotted by Congress. [read more]
As the radio industry works to adapt to Nielsen Audio’s new three-minute listening qualifier, fresh data presented at the 2025 Hispanic Radio Conference offers an early look at how the rule change is affecting Spanish-language formats, and the results are significant. [read more]
(By Buzz Knight) I’ve seen a fascinating trend among musicians that I’ve been privileged to interview for my Takin A Walk Podcast. I often ask guests the question, “If you didn’t do what you are doing what would your occupation be?” [read more]
(By Randy Lane) Authenticity is one of the two attributes that listeners are attracted to most in a radio or podcast personality. The other is humor. The most potent ingredient of authenticity is vulnerability. It creates a deep connection and emotional impact. [read more]
Townsquare Media Kalamazoo’s 103.3 WKFR hosted its 27th annual Roof Sit fundraiser over Memorial Day weekend to support child abuse treatment programs in Southwest Michigan, collecting $74,413 across three days. [read more]
Radio Ink is now accepting nominations for the Best Program Directors in Radio 2025. This annual feature honors the most innovative and influential programmers shaping today’s sound of radio. Think your PD or Brand Manager deserves national recognition? [read more]
Salem Media Group has launched a new Christian Teaching and Talk format in South Florida, its first such expansion in over a decade. With two AM signals and two FM translators, The Word Miami (WWFE-AM/WRHC-AM) spans eight counties. [read more]
Nearly six months after stepping down from his role as morning host on Townsquare Media’s New Jersey 101.5 (WKXW) to launch a campaign, Bill Spadea has been defeated in his bid to become the Republican nominee for New Jersey governor. [read more]
Iconic rock personality Matt Pinfield is continuing his full-scale radio comeback following a life-threatening stroke in January, as he returns to host the nationally syndicated radio program Flashback beginning this weekend, June 14–15. [read more]
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Moore Money with Steve Moore is the latest addition to Red Apple Audio Networks' syndication stable. The program, hosted by economist and commentator Steve Moore, currently airs Saturdays for three hours on 77WABC in New York City. [read more]
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past features Raoul Cortez and the staff of KCOR in San Antonio. Send your Blast From The Past to our Online Editor Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured. [read more]
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The shock resignation of Nathan Simington has intensified Republican efforts in Washington to confirm Trump nominee Olivia Trusty to the FCC, where Chairman Brendan Carr has been left in the lurch to preside over a quorum-less Commission.
"Intrigue, betrayal, and drama left and right" set the tone for this year’s regulatory panel at Hispanic Radio Conference 2025. Moderated by Fletcher, Heald & Hildreth Partner Frank Montero, the annual session felt especially urgent amid a volatile DC.
President Donald Trump is praising the potential defunding of NPR as the US House of Representatives narrowly voted to pass a bill that would claw back $1.1 billion in federal funding for public broadcasters that had already been allotted by Congress.
As the radio industry works to adapt to Nielsen Audio’s new three-minute listening qualifier, fresh data presented at the 2025 Hispanic Radio Conference offers an early look at how the rule change is affecting Spanish-language formats, and the results are significant.
(By Buzz Knight) I’ve seen a fascinating trend among musicians that I’ve been privileged to interview for my Takin A Walk Podcast. I often ask guests the question, “If you didn’t do what you are doing what would your occupation be?”
(By Randy Lane) Authenticity is one of the two attributes that listeners are attracted to most in a radio or podcast personality. The other is humor. The most potent ingredient of authenticity is vulnerability. It creates a deep connection and emotional impact.
Townsquare Media Kalamazoo’s 103.3 WKFR hosted its 27th annual Roof Sit fundraiser over Memorial Day weekend to support child abuse treatment programs in Southwest Michigan, collecting $74,413 across three days.
Radio Ink is now accepting nominations for the Best Program Directors in Radio 2025. This annual feature honors the most innovative and influential programmers shaping today’s sound of radio. Think your PD or Brand Manager deserves national recognition?
Salem Media Group has launched a new Christian Teaching and Talk format in South Florida, its first such expansion in over a decade. With two AM signals and two FM translators, The Word Miami (WWFE-AM/WRHC-AM) spans eight counties.
Nearly six months after stepping down from his role as morning host on Townsquare Media’s New Jersey 101.5 (WKXW) to launch a campaign, Bill Spadea has been defeated in his bid to become the Republican nominee for New Jersey governor.
Iconic rock personality Matt Pinfield is continuing his full-scale radio comeback following a life-threatening stroke in January, as he returns to host the nationally syndicated radio program Flashback beginning this weekend, June 14–15.
Moore Money with Steve Moore is the latest addition to Red Apple Audio Networks' syndication stable. The program, hosted by economist and commentator Steve Moore, currently airs Saturdays for three hours on 77WABC in New York City.
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past features Raoul Cortez and the staff of KCOR in San Antonio. Send your Blast From The Past to our 
