While marketers still funnel millions of ad dollars into high-profile sporting events on TV, savvy brands are finding real ROI on AM/FM. Analysis shows sports radio listeners aren't just fans; they're fanatics who reward brands aligned with their teams, in season and out. [read more]
As traditional audio brands searched for footing in Q4, podcast ad spending exploded, with December shattering expectations. But the real story isn't just growth; it's where the money went and what advertisers discovered about video versus audio-only shows. [read more]
After Jason Mosher's promotion from Regional Director of Sales to General Manager of Salem Media Group's Atlanta and Pittsburgh markets earlier this month, Dave Cuddihy is joining the Christian broadcaster as General Sales Manager for its Steel City operations. [read more]
Following its partnerships with iHeartMedia and TuneIn for streaming radio distribution, Audacy will serve as the exclusive US sales and distribution representative for Sonos Radio's streaming inventory under the Audacy Digital Audience Network. [read more]
(Paige Nienaber) Congrats. You survived The Bowl. That used to be something that it was just a given that a station would do something with. Why? Because it’s omnipresent and we need to acknowledge omnipresence. Not a ton of highlights from 2026, but here are the top three. [read more]
(Josh Brown) For years, many in radio have operated under a common misnomer: social media is for young people, but the reality tells a very different story, and radio executives who ignore it are leaving enormous opportunities on the table. [read more]
Los Angeles’ KFI AM 640 will roll out a new weekday programming lineup beginning February 17, repositioning several of the iHeartMedia station's most recognizable voices, including the return of John Kobylt to afternoon drive for the first time since 2023. [read more]
Mentoring & Inspiring Women in Radio has named Townsquare Media Northwest Michigan Multi-Media Account Executive Jessica Reid as its 2026 MIW Digital Mentee, continuing the organization’s focus on developing emerging leaders in digital and audio sales. [read more]
Twenty-seven million Black adults listen radio and podcasts every week in the US. That's trust, culture, and commerce converging on a platform that still delivers. Yet again, Radio Ink explores that success - and its lessons for every corner of the industry - in our February issue. [read more]
Former Forever Media Vice President of Sales Michael T. Sherry has launched MTS Media Consultant, a consultancy designed to support local and regional broadcasters navigating changes in advertiser expectations, sales workflows, and competition from digital media. [read more]
Four Nebraska broadcasters will enter the Nebraska Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame, with two coming from radio. The NBA is inducting iHeartMedia Omaha morning host Steve Lundy and national radio play-by-play announcer Kevin Kugler [read more]
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Matt Miller has joined Big Radio as Morning Host on Northern Illinois' The Big Rock Q102 (WQLF), with additional on-air work at The Big FM 93.7 (WBGR). Miller makes his move after years as General Manager and Morning Host at 88.3 The Lighthouse (WFEN). [read more]
Wisconsin Public Radio will mark the end of an era this summer when longtime classical host Norman Gilliland retires, concluding more than four decades on the network. His final broadcast of Midday Classics is scheduled for June 19 on the WPR Music service. [read more]
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While marketers still funnel millions of ad dollars into high-profile sporting events on TV, savvy brands are finding real ROI on AM/FM. Analysis shows sports radio listeners aren't just fans; they're fanatics who reward brands aligned with their teams, in season and out.
As traditional audio brands searched for footing in Q4, podcast ad spending exploded, with December shattering expectations. But the real story isn't just growth; it's where the money went and what advertisers discovered about video versus audio-only shows.
After Jason Mosher's promotion from Regional Director of Sales to General Manager of Salem Media Group's Atlanta and Pittsburgh markets earlier this month, Dave Cuddihy is joining the Christian broadcaster as General Sales Manager for its Steel City operations.
Following its partnerships with iHeartMedia and TuneIn for streaming radio distribution, Audacy will serve as the exclusive US sales and distribution representative for Sonos Radio's streaming inventory under the Audacy Digital Audience Network.
(Paige Nienaber) Congrats. You survived The Bowl. That used to be something that it was just a given that a station would do something with. Why? Because it’s omnipresent and we need to acknowledge omnipresence. Not a ton of highlights from 2026, but here are the top three.
(Josh Brown) For years, many in radio have operated under a common misnomer: social media is for young people, but the reality tells a very different story, and radio executives who ignore it are leaving enormous opportunities on the table. 
Los Angeles’ KFI AM 640 will roll out a new weekday programming lineup beginning February 17, repositioning several of the iHeartMedia station's most recognizable voices, including the return of John Kobylt to afternoon drive for the first time since 2023.
Mentoring & Inspiring Women in Radio has named Townsquare Media Northwest Michigan Multi-Media Account Executive Jessica Reid as its 2026 MIW Digital Mentee, continuing the organization’s focus on developing emerging leaders in digital and audio sales.
Twenty-seven million Black adults listen radio and podcasts every week in the US. That's trust, culture, and commerce converging on a platform that still delivers. Yet again, Radio Ink explores that success - and its lessons for every corner of the industry - in our February issue.
Former Forever Media Vice President of Sales Michael T. Sherry has launched MTS Media Consultant, a consultancy designed to support local and regional broadcasters navigating changes in advertiser expectations, sales workflows, and competition from digital media.
Four Nebraska broadcasters will enter the Nebraska Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame, with two coming from radio. The NBA is inducting iHeartMedia Omaha morning host Steve Lundy and national radio play-by-play announcer Kevin Kugler
Matt Miller has joined Big Radio as Morning Host on Northern Illinois' The Big Rock Q102 (WQLF), with additional on-air work at The Big FM 93.7 (WBGR). Miller makes his move after years as General Manager and Morning Host at 88.3 The Lighthouse (WFEN).
Wisconsin Public Radio will mark the end of an era this summer when longtime classical host Norman Gilliland retires, concluding more than four decades on the network. His final broadcast of Midday Classics is scheduled for June 19 on the WPR Music service.
