As many radio companies seek to grow their podcast divisions amid the industry's larger embrace of digital, advertisers are reaping the benefits as B2B and performance advertisers use on-demand audio to drive brand metrics. [read more]
The Radio Advertising Bureau is launching a fresh initiative with the Ad Council that will allow advertisers to sponsor public service announcements. Starting May 22, the Ad Council will offer sponsorable, broadcast-ready PSAs, tailor-made for specific communities. [read more]
The Library of American Broadcasting Foundation has revealed the 2024 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts. These key figures of the media industry across radio and television will be honored on November 12 at Gotham Hall in New York City. [read more]
Jacobs Media, Public Media Content Collective, and, for the first time, the National Federation of Community Broadcasters announce the opening of registration for the 16th annual Public Radio Techsurvey. [read more]
(By Mike McVay) There has been much discussion around the recent NPR “whistleblower,” Uri Berliner, making accusations that position NPR as purposely leaning liberal. That statement shocked no one. Berliner did raise eyebrows over a specific claim, however. [read more]
(By John Shomby) I’m a subscriber to a blog that assists Dads at every stage of their lives – parenting, marriage, etc. called All Pro Dad. One of the amazing people behind this is a man I have long admired – former NFL head coach, and now NBC Sunday Night Football contributor, Tony Dungy. The […] [read more]
(By Buzz Knight) It’s always fun making a journey to another country to experience media consumption as a consumer rather than a consultant. On my trip to the UK - London and Scotland specifically - here are some thoughts: [read more]
Listeners of Boston's 100.7 WZLX were stunned this morning as iHeartMedia confirmed that Pete McKenzie and Heather Ford have been suddenly removed from the station lineup. The duo had been on WZLX since 2005, along with their former co-host Kevin Karlson. [read more]
As Travis Daily prepares to assume Charley Cook's Brand and Content Manager roles in Nashville, Cumulus Media has chosen his successor as Program Director for Salt Lake City's 93.3 The Bull (KUBL). Longtime Denver programmer John E Kage is headed to Utah. [read more]
Cumulus Media Stockton-Modesto has brought on Tori Dunn at Kat Country 103 (KATM) as the new Promotions Director and Morning Co-Host. Dunn previously served as Marketing Director for Cumulus Boise and Midday Co-Host on Kissin 92.3 (KIZN). [read more]
Skytower Communication has announced the promotion of Kevin Jaggers to the role of Program Director at 94.3 The Wolf (WULF) in Elizabethtown, KY. He will continue in his current role as midday host. [read more]
Saga Communications' Cascade Radio Group has appointed Sam Kristofferson as the Editor-in-Chief of MyBellinghamNow.com, the cluster's new online platform offering free, local news. This site is one of eighteen news outlets that Saga is rolling out this year. [read more]
New England Public Media has announced the election of Heather Hayes and Eric Cromwell to its board of directors. Joining under the leadership of board chair Susan Fentin, Hayes and Cromwell are set to contribute to the growth of Massachusetts public media. [read more]
FCC Matters Matter Most To RBR+TVBR The FCC has paperwork in hand seeking its OK to the transfer of control for a 400-watt Class A FM serving Astoria, Ore., to a husband-and-wife licensee. The RBR+TVBR Afternoon Headlines E-mail has the details. Get it by clicking HERE.
As the National Association of Broadcasters advances the charge on radio's pressing issues in Washington, DC, the organization has welcomed Kirsten Donaldson to their team as the new Vice President of Public Policy. [read more]
For the week of April 29 through May 5, the list of radio's top national advertisers was a rundown of usual suspects, with the latest data from Media Monitors showing a surprising dip in home improvement ads, especially with Memorial Day less than a month away. [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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As many radio companies seek to grow their podcast divisions amid the industry's larger embrace of digital, advertisers are reaping the benefits as B2B and performance advertisers use on-demand audio to drive brand metrics.
The Radio Advertising Bureau is launching a fresh initiative with the Ad Council that will allow advertisers to sponsor public service announcements. Starting May 22, the Ad Council will offer sponsorable, broadcast-ready PSAs, tailor-made for specific communities.
The Library of American Broadcasting Foundation has revealed the 2024 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts. These key figures of the media industry across radio and television will be honored on November 12 at Gotham Hall in New York City.
Jacobs Media, Public Media Content Collective, and, for the first time, the National Federation of Community Broadcasters announce the opening of registration for the 16th annual Public Radio Techsurvey.
(By Mike McVay) There has been much discussion around the recent NPR “whistleblower,” Uri Berliner, making accusations that position NPR as purposely leaning liberal. That statement shocked no one. Berliner did raise eyebrows over a specific claim, however.
(By John Shomby) I’m a subscriber to a blog that assists Dads at every stage of their lives – parenting, marriage, etc. called All Pro Dad. One of the amazing people behind this is a man I have long admired – former NFL head coach, and now NBC Sunday Night Football contributor, Tony Dungy. The […]
(By Buzz Knight) It’s always fun making a journey to another country to experience media consumption as a consumer rather than a consultant. On my trip to the UK - London and Scotland specifically - here are some thoughts:
Listeners of Boston's 100.7 WZLX were stunned this morning as iHeartMedia confirmed that Pete McKenzie and Heather Ford have been suddenly removed from the station lineup. The duo had been on WZLX since 2005, along with their former co-host Kevin Karlson.
As Travis Daily prepares to assume Charley Cook's Brand and Content Manager roles in Nashville, Cumulus Media has chosen his successor as Program Director for Salt Lake City's 93.3 The Bull (KUBL). Longtime Denver programmer John E Kage is headed to Utah.
Cumulus Media Stockton-Modesto has brought on Tori Dunn at Kat Country 103 (KATM) as the new Promotions Director and Morning Co-Host. Dunn previously served as Marketing Director for Cumulus Boise and Midday Co-Host on Kissin 92.3 (KIZN).
Skytower Communication has announced the promotion of Kevin Jaggers to the role of Program Director at 94.3 The Wolf (WULF) in Elizabethtown, KY. He will continue in his current role as midday host.
Saga Communications' Cascade Radio Group has appointed Sam Kristofferson as the Editor-in-Chief of MyBellinghamNow.com, the cluster's new online platform offering free, local news. This site is one of eighteen news outlets that Saga is rolling out this year.
New England Public Media has announced the election of Heather Hayes and Eric Cromwell to its board of directors. Joining under the leadership of board chair Susan Fentin, Hayes and Cromwell are set to contribute to the growth of Massachusetts public media.
As the National Association of Broadcasters advances the charge on radio's pressing issues in Washington, DC, the organization has welcomed Kirsten Donaldson to their team as the new Vice President of Public Policy.
For the week of April 29 through May 5, the list of radio's top national advertisers was a rundown of usual suspects, with the latest data from Media Monitors showing a surprising dip in home improvement ads, especially with Memorial Day less than a month away.
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 
