With projections forecasting an 8.2% increase in spending, the global advertising landscape could cross the trillion-dollar threshold in 2024, according to a new analysis by WARC. The comprehensive study paints a promising picture for the advertising trade, including audio. [read more]
(By Bruce Mittman) Over the past couple of months, the AM band's home in the automobile has been debated. Should the manufacturer be required to perpetuate its continued existence? I would like to personally weigh into the conversation with an alternative approach. [read more]
Podcast Radio is set to launch a new 24/7 podcast-driven format on FM and AM stations in four regions in the US, including two in yet-to-be-named top 20 markets. The announcement was made by Podcast Radio CEO Gerry Edward. [read more]
The upcoming college football season promises to be a promising opportunity for advertisers, particularly those aiming to reach a passionate and engaged audience through AM/FM. According to a recent study, the most fervent fans are tuning into games via radio. [read more]
Canada's federal broadcast regulator, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), has announced a suspension of new radio applications and complaints for approximately two years. The CRTC says the decision came because of focus on implementing the Online Streaming Act. [read more]
Los Angeles' Asylum Entertainment Group has announced the appointment of Chris Corcoran as General Manager and Chief Content Officer to lead its audio-forward division, Audity. Corcoran enters the company as a Founding Partner of the Cadence13 podcast studio. [read more]
There is no such thing as a done deal. Your competition is always lurking around the corner, ready and waiting to capture your client’s attention ... and dollars. The good news is that you can book more meetings and win your deals. We'll teach you how: [read more]
Katz Media Group has announced the expansion of its digital sales division, Katz Digital Audio, with the return and appointment of Dominick Milano as Senior Vice President. Milano previously worked with Katz as Market Research Specialist and New York Sales Manager [read more]
Radio stations need to easily take station operations remote, so staff can perform multiple functions while broadcasting both from home and on-location. WideOrbit’s radio automation software makes all of that easy, while also improving efficiency with streamlined workflows. [read more]
Longtime Alabama football play-by-play caller Eli Gold is set to return to the radio booth after missing the last season due to his battle with cancer. He will be joined by former Alabama quarterback Tyler Watts, who will act as the color analyst for both home and away games. [read more]
After 16 years at Cumulus Columbia, SC's 107.5 The Game (WNKT), Heath Cline announced his impending departure from the station on his Wednesday show. Cline attributed his exit to unsuccessful contract negotiations and already has a new position lined up in Atlanta. [read more]
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past comes from Ron Harper and his days back at WNOE in New Orleans circa 1983. Send your Blast From The Past to our Online Editor Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured. [read more]
Audacy San Diego's 103.7 KSON is organizing a benefit concert aimed at supporting the communities of Hawaii affected by the recent wildfires on Maui. The special concert will feature performances by country artists including Florida Georgia Line's Brian Kelley. [read more]
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SRMG Ventures, the venture capital division of Riyadh-based conglomerate Saudi Research and Media Group, has invested $5 million in Anghami, an Arab-focused music streaming service as Middle East and North Africa music streaming is projected to reach $700 million by 2026. [read more]
YouTube is experimenting with a new search-by-song feature on Android, allowing users to identify a song by humming or singing it. Users can switch to “song search” feature and hum, sing, or record a song for three or more seconds. [read more]
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell us all about it. Radio Ink has been covering radio for over 31 years. It's the most trusted name in the industry. Send all news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor Cameron Coats. [read more]
At Podcast Movement 2023, Spotify announced a suite of new features for podcast creators. These latest developments come as a part of Spotify's creator platform, Spotify for Podcasters, and Megaphone, its enterprise podcast hosting platform. [read more]
Ahead of the cinematic release of Frozen 3, Disney has announced Frozen: Forces of Nature, as a podcast continuation of the franchise. The 12-episode standalone children's series will introduce listeners to new characters and adventures. [read more]
Podcast platform Podbean has now fully integrated with Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, allowing users to further monetize their content. This collaboration simplifies the process for podcasters, as they can now publish subscriber-only episodes. [read more]
iHeartMedia and the National Football League have joined forces in an exclusive multi-year agreement to bring The Fantasy Footballers Dynasty Show podcast to the NFL Podcast Network. A recently launched spin-off of the Fantasy Footballers Show, the podcast will focus on the Dynasty world of fantasy football, covering various topics such as NFL rookie scouting, NFL […] [read more]
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With projections forecasting an 8.2% increase in spending, the global advertising landscape could cross the trillion-dollar threshold in 2024, according to a new analysis by WARC. The comprehensive study paints a promising picture for the advertising trade, including audio.
(By Bruce Mittman) Over the past couple of months, the AM band's home in the automobile has been debated. Should the manufacturer be required to perpetuate its continued existence? I would like to personally weigh into the conversation with an alternative approach.
Podcast Radio is set to launch a new 24/7 podcast-driven format on FM and AM stations in four regions in the US, including two in yet-to-be-named top 20 markets. The announcement was made by Podcast Radio CEO Gerry Edward.
The upcoming college football season promises to be a promising opportunity for advertisers, particularly those aiming to reach a passionate and engaged audience through AM/FM. According to a recent study, the most fervent fans are tuning into games via radio.
There is no such thing as a done deal. Your competition is always lurking around the corner, ready and waiting to capture your client’s attention ... and dollars. The good news is that you can book more meetings and win your deals. We'll teach you how:
Katz Media Group has announced the expansion of its digital sales division, Katz Digital Audio, with the return and appointment of Dominick Milano as Senior Vice President. Milano previously worked with Katz as Market Research Specialist and New York Sales Manager
Radio stations need to easily take station operations remote, so staff can perform multiple functions while broadcasting both from home and on-location. WideOrbit’s radio automation software makes all of that easy, while also improving efficiency with streamlined workflows.
Longtime Alabama football play-by-play caller Eli Gold is set to return to the radio booth after missing the last season due to his battle with cancer. He will be joined by former Alabama quarterback Tyler Watts, who will act as the color analyst for both home and away games.
After 16 years at Cumulus Columbia, SC's 107.5 The Game (WNKT), Heath Cline announced his impending departure from the station on his Wednesday show. Cline attributed his exit to unsuccessful contract negotiations and already has a new position lined up in Atlanta.
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past comes from Ron Harper and his days back at WNOE in New Orleans circa 1983. Send your Blast From The Past to our 
Audacy San Diego's 103.7 KSON is organizing a benefit concert aimed at supporting the communities of Hawaii affected by the recent wildfires on Maui. The special concert will feature performances by country artists including Florida Georgia Line's Brian Kelley.
SRMG Ventures, the venture capital division of Riyadh-based conglomerate Saudi Research and Media Group, has invested $5 million in Anghami, an Arab-focused music streaming service as Middle East and North Africa music streaming is projected to reach $700 million by 2026.
YouTube is experimenting with a new search-by-song feature on Android, allowing users to identify a song by humming or singing it. Users can switch to “song search” feature and hum, sing, or record a song for three or more seconds.
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell us all about it. Radio Ink has been covering radio for over 31 years. It's the most trusted name in the industry. Send all news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor 
At Podcast Movement 2023, Spotify announced a suite of new features for podcast creators. These latest developments come as a part of Spotify's creator platform, Spotify for Podcasters, and Megaphone, its enterprise podcast hosting platform.
Ahead of the cinematic release of Frozen 3, Disney has announced Frozen: Forces of Nature, as a podcast continuation of the franchise. The 12-episode standalone children's series will introduce listeners to new characters and adventures.
Podcast platform Podbean has now fully integrated with Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, allowing users to further monetize their content. This collaboration simplifies the process for podcasters, as they can now publish subscriber-only episodes.
iHeartMedia and the National Football League have joined forces in an exclusive multi-year agreement to bring The Fantasy Footballers Dynasty Show podcast to the NFL Podcast Network. A recently launched spin-off of the Fantasy Footballers Show, the podcast will focus on the Dynasty world of fantasy football, covering various topics such as NFL rookie scouting, NFL […]
