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iHeart and Audacy Lead Radio Mercury Noms + That Promo Code Won't Save Your Podcast Ads + Entravision Goes Tech Heavy For Q1 Success
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Radio Headlines For Wednesday 05/06/26

NewsMore than half of American adults still turn to AM/FM for local news, according to new Pew Research Center data published as part of the Pew-Knight Initiative, in a seven-year decline so small it separates broadcast radio from every other legacy platform measured. [read more]

Radio Mercury AwardsThe RAB has announced finalists for the 2026 Radio Mercury Awards, with Audacy and iHeartMedia leading the pack among radio entrants ahead of the June 3 ceremony at SONY Hall in New York City, hosted by iHeartMedia personality Angela Yee. [read more]



Podcast RevenueAs Magellan AI expands to measure radio along with podcasts, new data from the company suggests that buying strategies for the latter are woefully behind, leaving advertisers exposed to gaps in attribution and audience intelligence that promo codes can't fix. [read more]



Entravision 2023Entravision Communications posted a 114% consolidated revenue jump in Q1 2026, but the number that drove it had nothing to do with broadcasting. The earnings report comes as the Spanish-language broadcaster continues restructuring in its Media division. [read more]

Paige Nienaber(Paige Nienaber) This week's Dumpage is all about our traditional three-day start to the summer. Both Canada's Victoria Day and the US's Memorial Day weekends are great for promotions, as many will be off work and outside enjoying the weather. Here's how to make it count. [read more]



Josh Brown(Josh Brown) I came up in digital, and here's the dirty secret: if you truly understand it, it’s not nearly as trackable as it’s sold to be. Yet still, radio sellers fight against the prevailing narrative when talking with clients. That's what made a recent experience with a top client so special. [read more]

Ken and Kitty 3(Sponsored Content) The Ken & Kitty Podcast is a comedy podcast and internet radio station hosted by the duo Ken and Kitty. The show, which features audio and video components, can be found on numerous platforms like Spotify. [read more]



Eye CareFamiliarity doesn't always pay the bills. A new Katz Radio Group brand lift study finds that an eye care brand with strong consumer recognition still had ground to cover in the consideration stage, but that a 32-market AM/FM radio campaign saved the day. [read more]



Townsquare IgniteTownsquare Media's digital advertising division has another new partner in the Mountain West. Broadway Media, a Salt Lake City-based operator of seven radio stations and a regional outdoor advertising network, has signed on with Townsquare Ignite. [read more]

Chris EaganChris Eagan is expanding his reach across Hubbard Radio's Midwest footprint. The VP Brand & Content for Chicago's 101.9 The Mix (WTMX) and Throwback 100.3 (WTBC) will take on Hot AC KS95 (KSTP) in Minneapolis-St. Paul, after serving in an interim capacity. [read more]



New York Public Radio LogoNew York Public Radio's next chapter is taking shape at the top. President and CEO Christy Tanner has appointed Ru Sharma as Chief People Officer, Emily Christner as Chief Growth and Engagement Officer, and Patti Cohen as SVP of Analytics, Insights, and Research. [read more]
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Indiana FeverNortheast Indiana now has a radio home for Indiana Fever basketball. Federated Media's News-Talk 92.3 WOWO has finalized a broadcast deal with the Fever, carrying all 44 regular season games plus postseason coverage under the newly formed Fever Radio Network. [read more]



Jessi WhittenColorado Public Radio has named Jessi Whitten Program Director of Indie 102.3 (KVOQ), bringing back a familiar voice to lead the station following a national search. Whitten previously served as Music Director for KVOQ, including its previous branding as OpenAir. [read more]
 
 
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