A study from across the Atlantic has more good news about the power and value of radio and other audio platforms. While television continues to dominate the share of ad spend, the potency of audio advertising offers better short-term and comparable long-term ROI. [read more]
US Representative Chip Roy (R-TX) has formally requested FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel prevent a "Soros shortcut" in Soros Fund Management's $400 million debt acquisition from Audacy. [read more]
One month after consolidating its podcast division, Audacy is now doing the same with its sports content offerings under a new Audacy Sports banner. The new division is designed to consolidate and amplify the broadcaster's over-the-air, digital, and podcast inventory. [read more]
As radio's largest operators prepare to release their 2024 Q1 results, there will undoubtedly be plenty of talk about digital revenue and its growing share of broadcaster revenue. So what companies are leading the way in digital? Borrell Associates has the data. [read more]
(By Charese Fruge') Katelyn Maida is currently part of Mornings with Riggs, Katelyn and Erica at Urban One Houston's 93Q Country (KKBQ). Along with her regular show duties and station events, she also hosts weekend mornings. [read more]
(By James Bahm) To continue the conversation about ways to close more sales and increase your paycheck, here are a few more illustrations drawn from playing thousands of games of solitaire. This time let's look at using strategy to change the game. [read more]
At last year's Hispanic Radio Conference, HRN Media Network President Clark Logan sat down with Horizon Media Senior Audio Investor Natalie Henderson for a provocative conversation that provided agency-level insight on the state of Hispanic radio. [read more]
Boston NPR affiliate WBUR has announced a workforce reduction of up to 14% through a mix of layoffs and voluntary buyouts. The announcement came in an email to staff from WBUR CEO Margaret Low, as part of a broad initiative to stabilize the station's finances. [read more]
Bay Area broadcaster KQED is the latest in public radio to offer staff buyouts as part of an effort to address a growing budget deficit. KQED President Michael Isip informed staff via an email on April 17, saying layoffs or a hiring freeze are also being considered. [read more]
Throughout the day on Wednesday, a number of Audacy employees, both corporate and local, were laid off as part of divisional shifts, affecting what appears to mainly be Audacy's Digital Editorial and Social Strategy teams. [read more]
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has awarded Corinne Baldassano with the prestigious 2024 MIW Frances Preston Trailblazer honor. Baldassano's latest role was as SVP of Programming & Marketing at Take On The Day, LLC and The Dr. Laura Program. [read more]
They may have created one of the most memorable and famous jingles in radio - now O’Reilly Auto Parts will receive an honor for their contributions to the medium from the Radio Mercury Awards as the 2024 Radio Marketer of the Year. [read more]
Your station is sitting on a goldmine of ad sales - your team just needs to know how to mine it! The April issue of Radio Ink features conversations and advice from the Top 20 Leaders of 2024, plus ideas, inspiration, and training. [read more]
Legal Matters Matter Most To RBR+TVBR The iHeart Podcast Union has filed an Unfair Labor Charge against management. It comes after WGA East Members called for changes in November. The Afternoon Headlines E-mail has the details.Get it by clicking HERE.
The annual NON-COMMvention conference for public radio music programmers and music industry professionals will be held in Philadelphia from May 7-10. Hosted by WXPN, the event will take place at their facilities and adjoining World Cafe Live venue. [read more]
Saga Communications' Charlottesville Radio Group is mourning the loss of its former long-time WINA News Director and anchor, Rob Graham. Graham passed away over the weekend during a golf trip with his two older brothers. His was 69. [read more]
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell Radio Ink. We've covered radio for more than 31 years as the most trusted name in the industry. Send news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor Cameron Coats. [read more]
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A study from across the Atlantic has more good news about the power and value of radio and other audio platforms. While television continues to dominate the share of ad spend, the potency of audio advertising offers better short-term and comparable long-term ROI.
US Representative Chip Roy (R-TX) has formally requested FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel prevent a "Soros shortcut" in Soros Fund Management's $400 million debt acquisition from Audacy.
One month after consolidating its podcast division, Audacy is now doing the same with its sports content offerings under a new Audacy Sports banner. The new division is designed to consolidate and amplify the broadcaster's over-the-air, digital, and podcast inventory.
As radio's largest operators prepare to release their 2024 Q1 results, there will undoubtedly be plenty of talk about digital revenue and its growing share of broadcaster revenue. So what companies are leading the way in digital? Borrell Associates has the data.
(By Charese Fruge') Katelyn Maida is currently part of Mornings with Riggs, Katelyn and Erica at Urban One Houston's 93Q Country (KKBQ). Along with her regular show duties and station events, she also hosts weekend mornings.
(By James Bahm) To continue the conversation about ways to close more sales and increase your paycheck, here are a few more illustrations drawn from playing thousands of games of solitaire. This time let's look at using strategy to change the game.
At last year's Hispanic Radio Conference, HRN Media Network President Clark Logan sat down with Horizon Media Senior Audio Investor Natalie Henderson for a provocative conversation that provided agency-level insight on the state of Hispanic radio.
Boston NPR affiliate WBUR has announced a workforce reduction of up to 14% through a mix of layoffs and voluntary buyouts. The announcement came in an email to staff from WBUR CEO Margaret Low, as part of a broad initiative to stabilize the station's finances.
Bay Area broadcaster KQED is the latest in public radio to offer staff buyouts as part of an effort to address a growing budget deficit. KQED President Michael Isip informed staff via an email on April 17, saying layoffs or a hiring freeze are also being considered.
Throughout the day on Wednesday, a number of Audacy employees, both corporate and local, were laid off as part of divisional shifts, affecting what appears to mainly be Audacy's Digital Editorial and Social Strategy teams.
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has awarded Corinne Baldassano with the prestigious 2024 MIW Frances Preston Trailblazer honor. Baldassano's latest role was as SVP of Programming & Marketing at Take On The Day, LLC and The Dr. Laura Program.
They may have created one of the most memorable and famous jingles in radio - now O’Reilly Auto Parts will receive an honor for their contributions to the medium from the Radio Mercury Awards as the 2024 Radio Marketer of the Year.
Your station is sitting on a goldmine of ad sales - your team just needs to know how to mine it! The April issue of Radio Ink features conversations and advice from the Top 20 Leaders of 2024, plus ideas, inspiration, and training.
The annual NON-COMMvention conference for public radio music programmers and music industry professionals will be held in Philadelphia from May 7-10. Hosted by WXPN, the event will take place at their facilities and adjoining World Cafe Live venue.
Saga Communications' Charlottesville Radio Group is mourning the loss of its former long-time WINA News Director and anchor, Rob Graham. Graham passed away over the weekend during a golf trip with his two older brothers. His was 69.
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell Radio Ink. We've covered radio for more than 31 years as the most trusted name in the industry. Send news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor 
