The future of radio advertising may be in question, but the latest update to Borrell Associates’ Local Ad Forecast reveals that the downturn may not be as steep, or as simple, as it seems - because your individual market results may vary. [read more]
While public radio begins to grapple with the fallout of a $1.1 billion rescission of federal funding, the world's largest association of Christian communicators is cheering Congress for what it calls a "critical course correction" to ensure equality for religious speech. [read more]
iHeartMedia has promoted Dan Lenz to the role of Market President for its Milwaukee operations. Lenz, who joined the broadcaster in 2017, has served as the six-station cluster's Senior Vice President of Sales since 2021. [read more]
With advertiser adoption of geotargeting strategies nearing saturation, new research shows there are location-based marketing dollars to claim with help from technology heralded by former FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks as “the dawn of a new possibility for radio.” [read more]
(Mike McVay) During my career, I’ve had a variety of coaches and mentors. They not only improved my skills, but they inspired me to become a consultant. It was the coaching from others that led me to understand that we are all lifelong projects. [read more]
(John Shomby) When the pandemic drove an Italian restaurant in Nashville to the brink of closure after 25 years, owner Nick Pellegrino announced the end on social media. But then, something odd and very fortuitous happened. [read more]
The Country Radio Hall of Fame marks its 50th anniversary with a week of celebratory programming surrounding last night's annual induction ceremony, including the launch of a special streaming channel through Nashville's historic WSM. [read more]
Audacy Portland is giving 1080 The Fan (KFXX-AM) a second home. As of July 22, the station simulcasts on 105.1 FM, bumping Hot AC-formatted Bella 105 (KRSK) for a new, fully local weekday lineup as the station gets a new Brand Manager to match. [read more]
Radio's top advertisers of the week played like a greatest hits as Progressive retained its hold on the top spot in this week’s Media Monitors Spot Ten Radio rankings for the week of July 14–20. T-Mobile made the biggest move among the top five, jumping three spots. [read more]
Jazz88 (KBEM) has formally named Johnny Lee Walker as its new Station Manager. Walker, who joined Minneapolis Public Schools as a Development Specialist for KBEM in 2020, has led the Jazz-formatted station on an interim basis since May 2024. [read more]
Jamie Tanchyk is coming back to Portland radio, joining Alpha Media's 98.7 The Bull (KUPL) as the new midday host starting Monday, July 28. Tanchyk was previously heard on cross-town rival 99.5 The Wolf (KWJJ) before being let go in Audacy layoffs earlier this year. [read more]
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Radio imager Benztown has partnered with APM Music to offer radio stations access to APM’s AI-powered search platform. APM’s library is designed to support audio producers in finding licensed music proficiently for on-air spots, digital campaigns, and social media. [read more]
Mission Media AI has entered into a new agreement with VSiN to serve as the exclusive advertising sales representative for the sports betting network’s range of platforms, including its streaming audio station, more than 20 weekly podcasts, and SiriusXM. [read more]
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The future of radio advertising may be in question, but the latest update to Borrell Associates’ Local Ad Forecast reveals that the downturn may not be as steep, or as simple, as it seems - because your individual market results may vary.
While public radio begins to grapple with the fallout of a $1.1 billion rescission of federal funding, the world's largest association of Christian communicators is cheering Congress for what it calls a "critical course correction" to ensure equality for religious speech.
iHeartMedia has promoted Dan Lenz to the role of Market President for its Milwaukee operations. Lenz, who joined the broadcaster in 2017, has served as the six-station cluster's Senior Vice President of Sales since 2021.
With advertiser adoption of geotargeting strategies nearing saturation, new research shows there are location-based marketing dollars to claim with help from technology heralded by former FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks as “the dawn of a new possibility for radio.”
(Mike McVay) During my career, I’ve had a variety of coaches and mentors. They not only improved my skills, but they inspired me to become a consultant. It was the coaching from others that led me to understand that we are all lifelong projects. 
(John Shomby) When the pandemic drove an Italian restaurant in Nashville to the brink of closure after 25 years, owner Nick Pellegrino announced the end on social media. But then, something odd and very fortuitous happened.
The Country Radio Hall of Fame marks its 50th anniversary with a week of celebratory programming surrounding last night's annual induction ceremony, including the launch of a special streaming channel through Nashville's historic WSM.
Audacy Portland is giving 1080 The Fan (KFXX-AM) a second home. As of July 22, the station simulcasts on 105.1 FM, bumping Hot AC-formatted Bella 105 (KRSK) for a new, fully local weekday lineup as the station gets a new Brand Manager to match.
Radio's top advertisers of the week played like a greatest hits as Progressive retained its hold on the top spot in this week’s Media Monitors Spot Ten Radio rankings for the week of July 14–20. T-Mobile made the biggest move among the top five, jumping three spots.
Jazz88 (KBEM) has formally named Johnny Lee Walker as its new Station Manager. Walker, who joined Minneapolis Public Schools as a Development Specialist for KBEM in 2020, has led the Jazz-formatted station on an interim basis since May 2024.
Jamie Tanchyk is coming back to Portland radio, joining Alpha Media's 98.7 The Bull (KUPL) as the new midday host starting Monday, July 28. Tanchyk was previously heard on cross-town rival 99.5 The Wolf (KWJJ) before being let go in Audacy layoffs earlier this year.
Radio imager Benztown has partnered with APM Music to offer radio stations access to APM’s AI-powered search platform. APM’s library is designed to support audio producers in finding licensed music proficiently for on-air spots, digital campaigns, and social media.
Mission Media AI has entered into a new agreement with VSiN to serve as the exclusive advertising sales representative for the sports betting network’s range of platforms, including its streaming audio station, more than 20 weekly podcasts, and SiriusXM.
