What President Trump floated on Truth Social in 2025 is now a formal SEC rulemaking, and could present a tradeoff: publicly traded radio companies could file half as many financial reports, while investors and the industry at large get half as many chances to see inside. [read more]
A reminder that local radio still connects. A celebration of the next generation. Two pioneers receiving a torch they spent decades earning. The Alliance for Women in Media's 51st Annual Gracie Awards Luncheon brought it all into focus on Tuesday in New York City. [read more]
Salem Media is keeping its radio leadership changes in the family. The company has promoted Linnae Young to President of Broadcast Media and elevated Jeff Reisman to Executive Vice President of Operations, both effective October 1. [read more]
The RAB has completed its 2026 Media Career Academies, in conjunction with its National Radio Talent System, bringing college students face-to-face with content and sales career paths across broadcasting and audio through programs in three states. [read more]
(Paige Nienaber) Will a media outlet care that people can enter their email on your station website to win gas? No. I don’t even care. But traffic snarled up for three blocks in all directions, and crowds of people waiting to get gas? THAT is something they’ll come and shoot. [read more]
Radio Ink wants to know who's setting the pace in programming, and we're taking nominations to find out. Click in to make your submission for our Best Program Directors in Radio honors for 2026 before Wednesday, June 22 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. [read more]
Chuck Tyler is moving from the programming chair to the music library at Family Life Radio. The Tucson-based Christian network has named Tyler as Music Director, a lateral shift from his current role as Program Director, which he has held since October 2024. [read more]
iHeartMedia is doubling down on its Atlanta Country station. The company has named Ashley Layfield as Program Director and Corey Calhoun as Afternoon Drive host at 94.9 The Bull (WUBL), filling both roles simultaneously from within the company. [read more]
Cumulus Media has named Bill Fox Operations Manager for its Toledo/Monroe cluster. Beyond overseeing the radio cluster's four audio brands, he'll also wear different hats as Country WKKO PD and as Classic Hits 93.5 WRQN morning co-host. [read more]
Cumulus Media's Salt Lake City cluster has named programming veteran Jeff McCartney Operations Manager and PD for KBER 101 and Power 94.9 KENZ. McCartney was just at iHeartMedia SLC, where he spent 25 years in senior programming and operations roles. [read more]
From Washington to Wall Street: Trust RBR+TVBR A new global look at ad trends has come from Brian Wieser-founded Madison & Wall. Outside of TV (at least in 2026) and out-of-home, "the environment remains weak for audio, publishing, direct mail, and directories." In fact, Madison & Wall concludes, "These revenue pools no longer represent much of the total market." Learn more in the RBR+TVBR Afternoon Headlines E-mail.SubscribeHERE!
Clint Lewis is joining First Dallas Media as Business Relations Director for CCM-formatted 90.9 KCBI. Lewis previously served as Hope Media Group Executive Director of Partner Engagement, and held positions at Gateway Church, Salem Media, and ABC Radio. [read more]
NASCAR is racing onto an active military base for the first time, and San Diego's 103.7 KSON will be along for the ride. Motor Racing Network has named the Audacy station as its local broadcast partner for the inaugural NASCAR San Diego Race Weekend. [read more]
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What President Trump floated on Truth Social in 2025 is now a formal SEC rulemaking, and could present a tradeoff: publicly traded radio companies could file half as many financial reports, while investors and the industry at large get half as many chances to see inside.
A reminder that local radio still connects. A celebration of the next generation. Two pioneers receiving a torch they spent decades earning. The Alliance for Women in Media's 51st Annual Gracie Awards Luncheon brought it all into focus on Tuesday in New York City.
Salem Media is keeping its radio leadership changes in the family. The company has promoted Linnae Young to President of Broadcast Media and elevated Jeff Reisman to Executive Vice President of Operations, both effective October 1.
(Paige Nienaber) Will a media outlet care that people can enter their email on your station website to win gas? No. I don’t even care. But traffic snarled up for three blocks in all directions, and crowds of people waiting to get gas? THAT is something they’ll come and shoot.
Radio Ink wants to know who's setting the pace in programming, and we're taking nominations to find out. Click in to make your submission for our Best Program Directors in Radio honors for 2026 before Wednesday, June 22 at 8pm ET/5pm PT.
Chuck Tyler is moving from the programming chair to the music library at Family Life Radio. The Tucson-based Christian network has named Tyler as Music Director, a lateral shift from his current role as Program Director, which he has held since October 2024.
iHeartMedia is doubling down on its Atlanta Country station. The company has named Ashley Layfield as Program Director and Corey Calhoun as Afternoon Drive host at 94.9 The Bull (WUBL), filling both roles simultaneously from within the company.
Cumulus Media has named Bill Fox Operations Manager for its Toledo/Monroe cluster. Beyond overseeing the radio cluster's four audio brands, he'll also wear different hats as Country WKKO PD and as Classic Hits 93.5 WRQN morning co-host.
Cumulus Media's Salt Lake City cluster has named programming veteran Jeff McCartney Operations Manager and PD for KBER 101 and Power 94.9 KENZ. McCartney was just at iHeartMedia SLC, where he spent 25 years in senior programming and operations roles.
Clint Lewis is joining First Dallas Media as Business Relations Director for CCM-formatted 90.9 KCBI. Lewis previously served as Hope Media Group Executive Director of Partner Engagement, and held positions at Gateway Church, Salem Media, and ABC Radio.
NASCAR is racing onto an active military base for the first time, and San Diego's 103.7 KSON will be along for the ride. Motor Racing Network has named the Audacy station as its local broadcast partner for the inaugural NASCAR San Diego Race Weekend.
