After a bitter blog post targeting the radio industry from an automaker interest group, the NAB is firing back on behalf of AM radio, putting claims that leaving AM in EVs will cost the auto industry $3.8 billion under the microscope. [read more]
The November 2023 issue of Radio Ink Magazine has plenty to offer. Want a positive, realistic mindset? Want in-depth financial and legal analysis along with sales and leadership training from our columnists? Take a peek at what you’ll see: [read more]
The Weiss Agency has announced the promotion of Heather Cohen to the role of President, the culmination of her 16-year tenure with the firm. Cohen has been elevated from the role of Executive Vice President. [read more]
Radio Ink's Season of Giving Tally is on, with massive contributions from individual stations across the country. (Keep scrolling the headlines for more on a $640,000 boost.) To see every story from Radio Ink's Season of Giving Tally, click in. [read more]
(By Pat Bryson) Recently, I did a sales training exercise where a participant had to have a two-minute conversation with a partner, asking questions about an object in their hand. The catch? They couldn’t ask a “Yes/No" question. [read more]
(By Loyd Ford) A lot of sales organizations focus on the "right now" and celebrate that snapshot as the official score of who is good or bad at sales. But maybe celebrating sales alone is the wrong way to figure out who your strongest sellers are. [read more]
(By Rick Fink) Baseball great Yogi Berra said that. But the recent change of our clocks this past Sunday does remind me of one of the most important steps in the advertising sales cycle, and that is Renewals! [read more]
Forecast 2024’s "The Promise and Pitfalls of AI Technology in Broadcasting" brings together a panel of broadcast, legal, and technology professionals to explore the ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI tools and services by broadcasters. [read more]
The long-standing and highly successful partnership of Fred Toucher and Rich Shertenlieb on Beasley Media Boston's 98.5 The Sports Hub has come to an end. While the move was telegraphed on social media, Toucher confirmed the news on-air last week. [read more]
SoundStack has officially appointed Michael Fischer as Vice President of Business Development. Fischer's addition aims to enhance the company's publisher discipline, encompassing customer enablement, support, and podcast business teams. [read more]
As Country radio experiences a boom driven by the surging popularity of crossover acts like Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, and Lainey Wilson, the nomination window is now open for Radio Ink's Best Program Directors in Country Radio list. [read more]
Cumulus Media Memphis' 98.1 The Max (WXMX) capped their 33rd Annual Radiothon with a massive win for the kids of Ronald McDonald House. The 12-hour event raised more than $640,000 - the largest annual fundraiser ever for Ronald McDonald House Memphis. [read more]
iHeartMedia Boston's WRKO-AM raised more than $172,000 during its eighth annual Disabled American Veterans Radiothon. The event, held on Friday, November 10, spanned 13 hours in support of DAV of Massachusetts with WRKO's on-air personalities. [read more]
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The UK's Greatest Hits Radio, operated by Bauer, is set to turn off more AM signals as part of a digital broadcasting shift. The AM transmitters in Newcastle, South Yorkshire, and Northern Ireland will be shut down by year's end. [read more]
Wright State Athletics has partnered with Alpha Media Dayton to broadcast the Wright State men's basketball games on 101.5 Hank FM (WCLI) for the 2023-24 season, starting with their opening game against Colorado State on November 10. [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]
NPR is introducing Trump's Trials, a new podcast focused on the criminal investigations faced by former President Donald Trump. Hosted by Scott Detrow, the series aims to provide clear and comprehensive coverage of Trump's legal issues. [read more]
Bloomberg Businessweek has launched Elon, Inc., a new weekly podcast dedicated to discussing and analyzing key developments related to Elon Musk and his various business ventures. Each episode will feature a panel of Bloomberg journalists who closely follow Musk’s companies. [read more]
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After a bitter blog post targeting the radio industry from an automaker interest group, the NAB is firing back on behalf of AM radio, putting claims that leaving AM in EVs will cost the auto industry $3.8 billion under the microscope.
The November 2023 issue of Radio Ink Magazine has plenty to offer. Want a positive, realistic mindset? Want in-depth financial and legal analysis along with sales and leadership training from our columnists? Take a peek at what you’ll see:
The Weiss Agency has announced the promotion of Heather Cohen to the role of President, the culmination of her 16-year tenure with the firm. Cohen has been elevated from the role of Executive Vice President.
Radio Ink's Season of Giving Tally is on, with massive contributions from individual stations across the country. (Keep scrolling the headlines for more on a $640,000 boost.) To see every story from Radio Ink's Season of Giving Tally, click in.
(By Pat Bryson) Recently, I did a sales training exercise where a participant had to have a two-minute conversation with a partner, asking questions about an object in their hand. The catch? They couldn’t ask a “Yes/No" question.
(By Loyd Ford) A lot of sales organizations focus on the "right now" and celebrate that snapshot as the official score of who is good or bad at sales. But maybe celebrating sales alone is the wrong way to figure out who your strongest sellers are.
(By Rick Fink) Baseball great Yogi Berra said that. But the recent change of our clocks this past Sunday does remind me of one of the most important steps in the advertising sales cycle, and that is Renewals!
Forecast 2024’s "The Promise and Pitfalls of AI Technology in Broadcasting" brings together a panel of broadcast, legal, and technology professionals to explore the ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI tools and services by broadcasters.
The long-standing and highly successful partnership of Fred Toucher and Rich Shertenlieb on Beasley Media Boston's 98.5 The Sports Hub has come to an end. While the move was telegraphed on social media, Toucher confirmed the news on-air last week.
SoundStack has officially appointed Michael Fischer as Vice President of Business Development. Fischer's addition aims to enhance the company's publisher discipline, encompassing customer enablement, support, and podcast business teams.
As Country radio experiences a boom driven by the surging popularity of crossover acts like Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, and Lainey Wilson, the nomination window is now open for Radio Ink's Best Program Directors in Country Radio list.
Cumulus Media Memphis' 98.1 The Max (WXMX) capped their 33rd Annual Radiothon with a massive win for the kids of Ronald McDonald House. The 12-hour event raised more than $640,000 - the largest annual fundraiser ever for Ronald McDonald House Memphis.
iHeartMedia Boston's WRKO-AM raised more than $172,000 during its eighth annual Disabled American Veterans Radiothon. The event, held on Friday, November 10, spanned 13 hours in support of DAV of Massachusetts with WRKO's on-air personalities.
The UK's Greatest Hits Radio, operated by Bauer, is set to turn off more AM signals as part of a digital broadcasting shift. The AM transmitters in Newcastle, South Yorkshire, and Northern Ireland will be shut down by year's end.
Wright State Athletics has partnered with Alpha Media Dayton to broadcast the Wright State men's basketball games on 101.5 Hank FM (WCLI) for the 2023-24 season, starting with their opening game against Colorado State on November 10.
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 
NPR is introducing Trump's Trials, a new podcast focused on the criminal investigations faced by former President Donald Trump. Hosted by Scott Detrow, the series aims to provide clear and comprehensive coverage of Trump's legal issues.
Bloomberg Businessweek has launched Elon, Inc., a new weekly podcast dedicated to discussing and analyzing key developments related to Elon Musk and his various business ventures. Each episode will feature a panel of Bloomberg journalists who closely follow Musk’s companies.
