In a city of just 175,000 people, nearly one in three cannot name a single plumber. One in four can’t think of a heating and air company. Almost the same number draw a blank when asked about auto repair. But the ones that can, can because of AM/FM radio. [read more]
Even as its enforcement authority faces legal uncertainty, the FCC's crackdown on pirate radio is not letting up. In its sixth annual report to Congress under the PIRATE Act, the Commission outlines another year of stepped-up action against unlicensed broadcasters. [read more]
As advertisers reevaluate digital-first media plans and delivered returns, new research is sharpening the case for audio as a measurable performance driver when integrated into broader digital campaigns, with gains tied to conversion, awareness, and reach. [read more]
If you’re staring out at snow and ice right now, consider Radio Ink’s 2026 Hispanic Radio Conference your chance to soak up some desert sunshine at the luxurious Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort, and it will be here before you know it. [read more]
Millions have been impacted by the winter storm that moved across the Mountains, Midwest, Southeast and Northeast this past weekend. The large amounts of snowfall, ice, and single digit temperatures with sub-zero windchill continues to have a strong presence. Ice brings down power lines, trees, interrupts travel, slows or stops mail delivery, and closes businesses […] [read more]
(John Shomby) Most radio job interviews sound like a rerun: "Tell me about yourself." "What are your strengths?" "What’s your greatest accomplishment?" But if you’re trying to find the right fit in today’s radio business, the same old questions won’t get you there. [read more]
With the 2026 midterms approaching, the decision to rescind federal funding for public radio is shaping up as a potential political liability for Republicans. The cut is now colliding directly with a competitive US Senate race, and could be expanding to more states soon. [read more]
It’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]
Morgan Murphy Media has introduced the first major brand refresh in several decades, unveiling a new logo that the company says reflects its expansion from its print origins into a multi-platform media operation spanning radio, television, and digital. [read more]
Last week, Cumulus Media Atlanta revealed the next chapter for Q99.7 (WWWQ), as the station reworks its lineup, post-Bert Show. Besides the return of Kristin Klingshirn, we now know about the full changes across the signal, including staff shifts and Kristen's co-host. [read more]
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Audacy Sacramento has reworked the weekday lineup on ESPN 1320 (KIFM-AM), rolling out The Jump, a new morning program co-hosted by Kyle Madson and Jesse Tapia. Tapia steps into an on-air hosting role for the first time while continuing to produce D-Lo and KC. [read more]
Benztown has launched AirReady, a new AI-based feature for its audio production libraries that allows radio stations to replace voices in imaging pieces with their own station voiceover or approved brand voices as part of day-to-day production workflows. [read more]
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In a city of just 175,000 people, nearly one in three cannot name a single plumber. One in four can’t think of a heating and air company. Almost the same number draw a blank when asked about auto repair. But the ones that can, can because of AM/FM radio.
Even as its enforcement authority faces legal uncertainty, the FCC's crackdown on pirate radio is not letting up. In its sixth annual report to Congress under the PIRATE Act, the Commission outlines another year of stepped-up action against unlicensed broadcasters.
As advertisers reevaluate digital-first media plans and delivered returns, new research is sharpening the case for audio as a measurable performance driver when integrated into broader digital campaigns, with gains tied to conversion, awareness, and reach.
If you’re staring out at snow and ice right now, consider Radio Ink’s 2026 Hispanic Radio Conference your chance to soak up some desert sunshine at the luxurious Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort, and it will be here before you know it.
Millions have been impacted by the winter storm that moved across the Mountains, Midwest, Southeast and Northeast this past weekend. The large amounts of snowfall, ice, and single digit temperatures with sub-zero windchill continues to have a strong presence. Ice brings down power lines, trees, interrupts travel, slows or stops mail delivery, and closes businesses […]
(John Shomby) Most radio job interviews sound like a rerun: "Tell me about yourself." "What are your strengths?" "What’s your greatest accomplishment?" But if you’re trying to find the right fit in today’s radio business, the same old questions won’t get you there.
With the 2026 midterms approaching, the decision to rescind federal funding for public radio is shaping up as a potential political liability for Republicans. The cut is now colliding directly with a competitive US Senate race, and could be expanding to more states soon.
It’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.
Morgan Murphy Media has introduced the first major brand refresh in several decades, unveiling a new logo that the company says reflects its expansion from its print origins into a multi-platform media operation spanning radio, television, and digital.
Last week, Cumulus Media Atlanta revealed the next chapter for Q99.7 (WWWQ), as the station reworks its lineup, post-Bert Show. Besides the return of Kristin Klingshirn, we now know about the full changes across the signal, including staff shifts and Kristen's co-host.
Audacy Sacramento has reworked the weekday lineup on ESPN 1320 (KIFM-AM), rolling out The Jump, a new morning program co-hosted by Kyle Madson and Jesse Tapia. Tapia steps into an on-air hosting role for the first time while continuing to produce D-Lo and KC.
Benztown has launched AirReady, a new AI-based feature for its audio production libraries that allows radio stations to replace voices in imaging pieces with their own station voiceover or approved brand voices as part of day-to-day production workflows.
