A federal government shutdown that stretched from October into November reshaped fourth-quarter lobbying around broadcasting; flattening, but not stopping, the battle between automakers and broadcasters over the future of radio in vehicle dashboards. [read more]
Nielsen’s pricing for its Nationwide radio ratings will remain frozen at pre-injunction levels for now, after an appeals court stepped in to pause enforcement of a lower-court ruling that sharply restricted how the ratings provider can price and sell its national product. [read more]
As its "growth mode" continues, MediaCo has launched a new multicultural audio network targeting Hispanic, Black, Asian American, and bicultural audiences. Sigma Audio Networks is led by former Spanish Broadcasting System Chief Network Officer Elisa Torres. [read more]
The Broadcasters Foundation of America will honor ESPN's powerhouse personality Stephen A. Smith with its first-ever Broadcast Personality of the Year Award at the charitable organization's annual gala on March 9 at New York City's iconic Plaza Hotel. [read more]
(Paige Nienaber) With the Winter Olympics starting in just a couple of weeks, that’s going to bring with it an onslaught of national advertisers touting 2026 as the 250th birthday of the US: yep, kinda snuck up on you didn’t it? Here is a metric 4th ton of stuff to start building from. [read more]
(Chris Stonick) After being a part of the radio industry in one way or another for the past 47 years, I can say this out loud… I still feel the love! What about you? How’s your love affair with radio? With the industry? [read more]
As many radio companies increasingly turn their attention to podcasting, one podcast measurement firm is expanding its capabilities for agencies, brands, and publishers into AM/FM, saying, "Radio is a powerful channel and now it gets the verification it deserves." [read more]
As Nueva Network approaches its fifth anniversary, the Hispanic-owned audio and digital company has promoted three executives as it continues to expand its national sales and business development operations, per founder and CEO Jose Villafañe. [read more]
The new year opens with a jolt of momentum, and a Radio Ink packed with the leaders driving radio’s evolution, from Connoisseur Media CEO Jeff Warshaw’s bold new chapter to the digital sales mavens bringing in one in four industry dollars [read more]
After raising millions for listeners in need, Audacy Portland's 99.5 The Wolf (KWJJ) morning duo Nick Steele and Kristen Flowers will be recognized for their outstanding giving and community achievements at CRS 2026 as the Tom Rivers Humanitarian Award honorees. [read more]
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Less than a month after Red Apple Media multiplied FOX News contributor Joe Concha's presence on New York City's 77WABC from Sundays to weekdays, now the broadcaster is adding Concha At Night to its growing syndicated talk lineup via Red Apple Audio Networks. [read more]
Cape Cod’s X 106.5 and 102.3 (WGTX) has added Rebecca Romo to its on-air lineup, expanding the station's weekend programming and bench strength. Romo brings over 25 years of experience, including stops in Seattle, New Orleans, and College Station. [read more]
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A federal government shutdown that stretched from October into November reshaped fourth-quarter lobbying around broadcasting; flattening, but not stopping, the battle between automakers and broadcasters over the future of radio in vehicle dashboards.
Nielsen’s pricing for its Nationwide radio ratings will remain frozen at pre-injunction levels for now, after an appeals court stepped in to pause enforcement of a lower-court ruling that sharply restricted how the ratings provider can price and sell its national product.
As its "growth mode" continues, MediaCo has launched a new multicultural audio network targeting Hispanic, Black, Asian American, and bicultural audiences. Sigma Audio Networks is led by former Spanish Broadcasting System Chief Network Officer Elisa Torres.
The Broadcasters Foundation of America will honor ESPN's powerhouse personality Stephen A. Smith with its first-ever Broadcast Personality of the Year Award at the charitable organization's annual gala on March 9 at New York City's iconic Plaza Hotel.
(Paige Nienaber) With the Winter Olympics starting in just a couple of weeks, that’s going to bring with it an onslaught of national advertisers touting 2026 as the 250th birthday of the US: yep, kinda snuck up on you didn’t it? Here is a metric 4th ton of stuff to start building from.
(Chris Stonick) After being a part of the radio industry in one way or another for the past 47 years, I can say this out loud… I still feel the love! What about you? How’s your love affair with radio? With the industry?
As many radio companies increasingly turn their attention to podcasting, one podcast measurement firm is expanding its capabilities for agencies, brands, and publishers into AM/FM, saying, "Radio is a powerful channel and now it gets the verification it deserves."
As Nueva Network approaches its fifth anniversary, the Hispanic-owned audio and digital company has promoted three executives as it continues to expand its national sales and business development operations, per founder and CEO Jose Villafañe.
The new year opens with a jolt of momentum, and a Radio Ink packed with the leaders driving radio’s evolution, from Connoisseur Media CEO Jeff Warshaw’s bold new chapter to the digital sales mavens bringing in one in four industry dollars
After raising millions for listeners in need, Audacy Portland's 99.5 The Wolf (KWJJ) morning duo Nick Steele and Kristen Flowers will be recognized for their outstanding giving and community achievements at CRS 2026 as the Tom Rivers Humanitarian Award honorees.
Less than a month after Red Apple Media multiplied FOX News contributor Joe Concha's presence on New York City's 77WABC from Sundays to weekdays, now the broadcaster is adding Concha At Night to its growing syndicated talk lineup via Red Apple Audio Networks.
Cape Cod’s X 106.5 and 102.3 (WGTX) has added Rebecca Romo to its on-air lineup, expanding the station's weekend programming and bench strength. Romo brings over 25 years of experience, including stops in Seattle, New Orleans, and College Station.
