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FCC’s Anna Gomez Vows Legal Fight if Trump Attempts Removal, Mike McVay Named 2025 NAB National Radio Award Recipient
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Radio Headlines For Thursday 08/21/25

3 Minute RadioNew Edison Research Share of Ear data sets out to highlight the hottest formats in music radio, but it ends up filling the gaps as to why certain formats didn't see as much benefit from Nielsen's new 3-minute rule change for PPM Average Quarter Hour measurement. [read more]

Anna GomezAt the Technology Policy Institute’s Aspen Forum, FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez issued a sharp warning about growing political pressure on the Commission from the Trump Administration and made it clear she’s prepared to fight back if removed from office. [read more]



Mike McVayUsing the occasion of National Radio Day, the NAB has announced that respected programmer, talent coach, and industry advocate Mike McVay has been named the 2025 recipient of the NAB National Radio Award. [read more]



Quarter 4 Your Thoughts SquareIf your station is pulling promotions out of a cornucopia the week before Thanksgiving, you're out of luck. The time to pitch and sell for the holidays is now, and the latest Radio Masters Sales Series webinar with Paige Nienaber can help you, on demand. [read more]

Katie Carmichael(Charese Frugé) Katie Carmichael has built a career on grit, determination, and a passion for Country music. Today, she serves as Operations Manager, Program Director, and Morning Show Host at Z 94.5 (WBYZ) in Baxley, GA, South Georgia’s #1 Hit Kickin’ Country. [read more]



Radio Ink August 2025The August issue of Radio Ink Magazine is here: Nielsen’s Rich Tunkel on data and advertisers, the Best PDs in America, and expert takes on AI, mentorship, and holiday strategy. Everything you need to finish 2025 strong. [read more]

Audacy Philly PSPCAThe New 96.5 (WTDY) in Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania SPCA partnered for the inaugural “Bennett’s Buddies - Paws for a Cause.” The three-day adoption and fundraising campaign raised $21,000 and has helped 221 pets find forever homes. [read more]



Florida Alumni RadioBeasley Media Group is launching a new sports station designed for Florida fans and alumni, officially rebranding 1010 WJBR-AM as Florida Alumni Radio. The change marks the end of Beasley’s use of the Podcast Radio format in Tampa. [read more]



Audacy Kansas City’s 106.5 The Wolf (WDAF) will launch a revamped weekday lineup on September 9, highlighted by the debut of Jenny and Jagger in the Morning with Jenny Matthews, Jagger, and Matt Gapske. [read more]

Rip City Sports RadioThe Portland Trail Blazers and iHeartMedia Portland have signed a multi-year extension that keeps Rip City Radio 620 AM as the official flagship of the Trail Blazers Audio Network for game broadcasts, pre- and post-game coverage, and expanded year-round programming. [read more]



The Ole Miss Radio Network announced a new men’s basketball broadcast team for the 2025-26 season. Gary Darby will handle play-by-play, while Murphy Holloway joins as color analyst, replacing David Kellum and Marc Dukes. [read more]
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Podcast MicAs podcasting enjoys growing mainstream success, new data from Nielsen is showing that podcast ads aren’t just background noise. The 2025 Podcasting Today report shows how effective podcast advertising has become across industries, platforms, and demographics. [read more]



Triton DigitalAs the company announces its list of top-performing podcasts in Q2 2025, Triton Digital is evolving its US Podcast Ranker with a suite of new audience intelligence tools designed to give advertisers a clearer view of podcast reach, relevance, and ROI. [read more]
 
 
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