Catching Up With Radio's Young Superstars: Kira Kathleen + Chasing Midterm Ad Dollars? We Can Help + As Anniversary Nears, Saga Asheville Helps With Helene
The discovery battle in Connoisseur Media CEO Jeff Warshaw’s lawsuit against Soros Fund Management is intensifying, as Warshaw argues SFM’s sweeping document requests target competitor business records, mirroring the accusations SFM previously leveled against him. [read more]
As nominations close for Radio Ink’s 2025 30 and Under Superstars, 2024 honoree Kira Kathleen reflects on layoffs, resilience, mentorship, and her path to programming leadership at Zimmer Communications, offering lessons for young professionals driving radio’s evolving future. [read more]
After a record-breaking 2024 election cycle and the global spotlight of the Olympics, broadcasters are heading into a midterm year where ballots are heavy and expectations are heavier. If radio wants its due from the war chests, it needs to act now. [read more]
As the anniversary of Hurricane Helene's devastation in Appalachia nears, Saga Communications' Asheville Media Group raised $9,500 for the Marshall Relief Alliance’s recovery mission by way of the Year of Revival Auction. [read more]
(Randy Lane) Music station shows live by a simple rule: talk about what everyone else is talking about. But when stories like Charlie Kirk and Jimmy Kimmel collide, it gets tricky. Some shows avoided the stories. Others barely touched it. But here’s the risk: [read more]
(Buzz Knight) The concept of "The Long Tail," popularized by Chris Anderson in his 2006 book of the same name, is increasingly relevant in the radio industry as it adapts to digital transformation and more intense competition than ever. [read more]
(Sponsored Content) NAB Show New York spotlights the business of creation — where content, community and commerce meet. The show runs Oct. 22-23 at the Javits Center, with Creator Day on Oct. 23 devoted to how creators across social video, streaming, and branded content. [read more]
The National Association of Broadcasters Crystal Radio Awards are returning to Washington, DC, as the ceremony prepares to commemorate its 40th anniversary. The Crystals honor radio stations for outstanding community service efforts over the past year. [read more]
Connoisseur Media has unveiled its next set of flips as it refreshes the former Alpha Media portfolio. This wave brings back one of Dayton, OH’s most recognizable radio brands and introduces an Alt-rock format that pays homage to a different famous Gem City brand. [read more]
Audacy Chicago has named Michelle Rutkowski as the new Brand Manager of 93XRT (WXRT), beginning October 13. Rutkowski will oversee content strategy, direct talent, manage operations, and guide branding. She succeeds Laura Duncan, whose final day is November 3. [read more]
Norsan Media has been named the official Spanish-language radio broadcast partner of the Dallas Cowboys in Austin, beginning with the 2025–2026 season. Fans can hear live play-by-play coverage on La Raza 104.9 and 95.1 (KTXX). [read more]
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Public media organization PRX has acquired Soundrise, the sponsorship sales firm for purpose-driven independent podcasts. The move expands PRX’s services for audio producers and will incorporate Soundrise’s team of sales professionals beginning January 2026. [read more]
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past comes from Tom Watson during his stint at Toronto's CHUM-AM in 1975. Send your Blast From The Past to Editor-in-Chief Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured. [read more]
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The discovery battle in Connoisseur Media CEO Jeff Warshaw’s lawsuit against Soros Fund Management is intensifying, as Warshaw argues SFM’s sweeping document requests target competitor business records, mirroring the accusations SFM previously leveled against him.
As nominations close for Radio Ink’s 2025 30 and Under Superstars, 2024 honoree Kira Kathleen reflects on layoffs, resilience, mentorship, and her path to programming leadership at Zimmer Communications, offering lessons for young professionals driving radio’s evolving future.
After a record-breaking 2024 election cycle and the global spotlight of the Olympics, broadcasters are heading into a midterm year where ballots are heavy and expectations are heavier. If radio wants its due from the war chests, it needs to act now.
As the anniversary of Hurricane Helene's devastation in Appalachia nears, Saga Communications' Asheville Media Group raised $9,500 for the Marshall Relief Alliance’s recovery mission by way of the Year of Revival Auction.
(Randy Lane) Music station shows live by a simple rule: talk about what everyone else is talking about. But when stories like Charlie Kirk and Jimmy Kimmel collide, it gets tricky. Some shows avoided the stories. Others barely touched it. But here’s the risk:
(Buzz Knight) The concept of "The Long Tail," popularized by Chris Anderson in his 2006 book of the same name, is increasingly relevant in the radio industry as it adapts to digital transformation and more intense competition than ever.
(Sponsored Content) NAB Show New York spotlights the business of creation — where content, community and commerce meet. The show runs Oct. 22-23 at the Javits Center, with Creator Day on Oct. 23 devoted to how creators across social video, streaming, and branded content.
The National Association of Broadcasters Crystal Radio Awards are returning to Washington, DC, as the ceremony prepares to commemorate its 40th anniversary. The Crystals honor radio stations for outstanding community service efforts over the past year.
Connoisseur Media has unveiled its next set of flips as it refreshes the former Alpha Media portfolio. This wave brings back one of Dayton, OH’s most recognizable radio brands and introduces an Alt-rock format that pays homage to a different famous Gem City brand.
Audacy Chicago has named Michelle Rutkowski as the new Brand Manager of 93XRT (WXRT), beginning October 13. Rutkowski will oversee content strategy, direct talent, manage operations, and guide branding. She succeeds Laura Duncan, whose final day is November 3.
Norsan Media has been named the official Spanish-language radio broadcast partner of the Dallas Cowboys in Austin, beginning with the 2025–2026 season. Fans can hear live play-by-play coverage on La Raza 104.9 and 95.1 (KTXX).
Public media organization PRX has acquired Soundrise, the sponsorship sales firm for purpose-driven independent podcasts. The move expands PRX’s services for audio producers and will incorporate Soundrise’s team of sales professionals beginning January 2026.
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past comes from Tom Watson during his stint at Toronto's CHUM-AM in 1975. Send your Blast From The Past to 
