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Radio’s Black Audience Advantage,‌ By the Numbers + A New State Targets Public Radio Funding + AM/FM Edge Grows as Traffic Gets Worse
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Radio Headlines For Tuesday 01/20/26

Angela YeeAs the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation prepares for the upcoming Gracie Awards entry deadline on January 29, four-time Gracie Award winner Angela Yee reflects on her journey and the impact of being recognized across radio and podcasting. [read more]

Black Woman With HeadphonesWith radio’s scale and podcast growth creating clear opportunities for advertisers and broadcasters, Black audiences remain a high-reach, high-attention market for US audio advertisers, according to the latest report of Nielsen’s Diverse Intelligence Series. [read more]



Business HeadphonesIn a screen-saturated marketplace, brands would be wise to re-center around the power of sound. Katz Radio Group analysis is delivering a reminder to brands that sonic branding strengthens memory and delivers performance on par with TV, often at a far lower cost. [read more]



Wyoming Public RadioAlmost six months after federal funds were rescinded from the organization, Wyoming lawmakers may be eliminating state funding for Wyoming Public Media as part of a broader package of proposed budget cuts to the University of Wyoming. [read more]

mike mcvay(Mike McVay) Most of us have heard of the 6 P's. They usually stand for Prior Preparation Prevents Pitifully Poor Performance. (Cleaned that up for this publication.) But did you know there is another application of the 6 P's that fits with on-air talent and their importance? [read more]



John Shomby(John Shomby) Mentors have always had a big influence in my broadcast career. I really believe I would have never reached the goals I had set without the guidance of these individuals through the years. I can tell you that finding the right mentors is a process, not a lucky accident. [read more]

GroundhogPunxsutawney Phil has been making predictions since 1887, and his accuracy rate hovers around 40%. Let's be honest: you can do better. Before America's original forecaster climbs out of his burrow, make your own forecast - one that actually pays off - at the best price. [read more]



Erica Farber Mentorship 2026Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has unveiled the participants in the MIW Erica Farber Mentorship in Management Class of 2026, honoring the legacy of former RAB President Erica Farber and her long-standing advocacy for female broadcast leadership. [read more]



Radio Ink New Logo fullIt’s time to recognize the leaders in radio who are shaping teams, guiding strategy, and setting the standard for what effective, empathetic leadership looks like. Radio Ink is opening the call for entries for its 2026 Top 20 Leaders in Radio. [read more]

Black Radio Hall of FameThe National Black Radio Hall of Fame has opened nominations for its Class of 2026, continuing its mission to recognize Black radio professionals whose work has shaped the medium’s cultural, creative, and business foundations. [read more]



Patrick CedrowskiAdLarge has elevated two technology leaders into expanded roles following its acquisition of the assets of Inlet Media, Inc. As part of the transaction, Inlet Media co-founder Patrick Cedrowski has been named Chief Technology Officer of AdLarge and the fwd. network. [read more]
With RBR+TVBR, You Always Know The Deal
He had been associated with a Mayfield, KY, AM radio station since 1976. On July 27, 2025, he passed away. Now, the radio properties owned by the late Jim Moore are heading to a new owner. The fresh details are in the latest RBR+TVBR Afternoon Headlines E-mail. Get it HERE!

Keith WilliamsRCS has announced that Keith Williams will retire as Senior Vice President Asia Pacific, at the end of March. His departure marks the end of more than 25 years with RCS and over 50 years in broadcasting across Australia and New Zealand. [read more]



Stratus Music SchedulingBroadcast Software International has announced the launch of BSI Stratus Music Scheduling, a cloud-based music scheduling product designed to integrate with both BSI automation systems and most third-party automation platforms. [read more]
 
 
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