Spotify, Pandora, and Apple Music have reshaped how audiences discover music, but data shows listeners haven't strayed as far from radio as broadcasters may fear. Beating the illusion of choice, though, may take more emphasis on algorithm-beating curation. [read more]
Leadership isn't a title. It's a decision made daily in the moments no one else sees. In April, Radio Ink turns its full attention to the leaders defining and defending the future of radio. From multicultural growth to the halls of Congress, here's what you'll find in our latest issue. [read more]
Auto insurance shoppers are an active audience: nearly half have recently compared providers, and another 46% expect to be shopping within the year. A new Katz Radio Group case study argues radio is well-positioned to reach them while they're deciding. [read more]
Since starting a bedroom radio show at 14, Zach Sang has built one of broadcasting's most distinctive careers, and he's bringing a masterclass in modern radio to Las Vegas. Sang is joining Radio Ink Editor-in-Chief Cameron Coats for a fireside chat at BEA 2026. [read more]
(Randy Lane) Endorsements from trusted radio and podcast personalities can have as much, or even more, impact than a personal recommendation from a friend. When endorsements work, they deepen the host’s relationship with the audience. When they don’t, it's a real speed bump. [read more]
(Sponsored) As staffing challenges grow and workflows become more complex, broadcasters are choosing new traffic management models that ensure continuity, maintain accuracy, and support revenue operations without requiring additional internal resources. [read more]
Is your sales organization buying AI faster than it can use it? A new sales industry survey of 154 revenue professionals finds the tools are in place at many companies, but deep integration, consistent messaging, and frontline adoption remain elusive. [read more]
Following iHeartMedia Las Vegas’ format flip of the station in February from Classic Rock to Variety Hits, Neon 93.1 (KYMT) has bet on Sammi Tempesta to steer the station’s afternoon drive, naming the UNLV graduate Afternoon Host and Assistant Programming Director. [read more]
Christian Music Broadcasters has named its finalists across six award categories ahead of the CMB Awards Ceremony at Momentum on May 29, with stations from markets ranging from Duluth to Washington, DC, competing for Station of the Year honors. [read more]
Cortona Media’s 93.5 WRNR (WYRE-AM) is expanding its Saturday on-air lineup with two established Maryland musicians and the return of a station veteran. Rich Fisher, who spent 14 years at WRNR from 2008 to 2023, returns for Saturday afternoons. [read more]
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After 2025’s 224 strikeout season that saw him secure a Gold Glove Award, San Francisco Giants star Logan Webb is fielding a second job as co-host to former major leaguer Ryan Spilborghs with the debut of Logan’s Webb on SiriusXM's MLB Network Radio. [read more]
Happy Friday! This week's Radio Ink Blast From The Past features Lee Sherwood taking to the air on WQAM in Miami in the mid-'60s. Send your Blast From The Past story and photo to Editor-in-Chief Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured in Radio Ink. [read more]
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Spotify, Pandora, and Apple Music have reshaped how audiences discover music, but data shows listeners haven't strayed as far from radio as broadcasters may fear. Beating the illusion of choice, though, may take more emphasis on algorithm-beating curation.
Leadership isn't a title. It's a decision made daily in the moments no one else sees. In April, Radio Ink turns its full attention to the leaders defining and defending the future of radio. From multicultural growth to the halls of Congress, here's what you'll find in our latest issue.
Auto insurance shoppers are an active audience: nearly half have recently compared providers, and another 46% expect to be shopping within the year. A new Katz Radio Group case study argues radio is well-positioned to reach them while they're deciding.
Since starting a bedroom radio show at 14, Zach Sang has built one of broadcasting's most distinctive careers, and he's bringing a masterclass in modern radio to Las Vegas. Sang is joining Radio Ink Editor-in-Chief Cameron Coats for a fireside chat at BEA 2026.
(Randy Lane) Endorsements from trusted radio and podcast personalities can have as much, or even more, impact than a personal recommendation from a friend. When endorsements work, they deepen the host’s relationship with the audience. When they don’t, it's a real speed bump.
(Sponsored) As staffing challenges grow and workflows become more complex, broadcasters are choosing new traffic management models that ensure continuity, maintain accuracy, and support revenue operations without requiring additional internal resources.
Is your sales organization buying AI faster than it can use it? A new sales industry survey of 154 revenue professionals finds the tools are in place at many companies, but deep integration, consistent messaging, and frontline adoption remain elusive.
Following iHeartMedia Las Vegas’ format flip of the station in February from Classic Rock to Variety Hits, Neon 93.1 (KYMT) has bet on Sammi Tempesta to steer the station’s afternoon drive, naming the UNLV graduate Afternoon Host and Assistant Programming Director.
Christian Music Broadcasters has named its finalists across six award categories ahead of the CMB Awards Ceremony at Momentum on May 29, with stations from markets ranging from Duluth to Washington, DC, competing for Station of the Year honors.
Cortona Media’s 93.5 WRNR (WYRE-AM) is expanding its Saturday on-air lineup with two established Maryland musicians and the return of a station veteran. Rich Fisher, who spent 14 years at WRNR from 2008 to 2023, returns for Saturday afternoons.
After 2025’s 224 strikeout season that saw him secure a Gold Glove Award, San Francisco Giants star Logan Webb is fielding a second job as co-host to former major leaguer Ryan Spilborghs with the debut of Logan’s Webb on SiriusXM's MLB Network Radio. 
Happy Friday! This week's Radio Ink Blast From The Past features Lee Sherwood taking to the air on WQAM in Miami in the mid-'60s. Send your Blast From The Past story and photo to 
