The fight for control of public radio’s distribution backbone has escalated into federal court, with NPR accusing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting of "a last-ditch attempt to carry out the President’s desire to defund NPR and thereby curry his favor." [read more]
As the debate over free speech and government power has moved from the abstract to the urgent, two new national surveys reveal how Americans themselves view these tensions over free speech, media accountability, and the role of government in content decisions. [read more]
For today’s sales managers, navigating the digital marketplace requires more than delivering clicks. Radio offers advertisers something digital alone cannot: live, local voices that build trust, create personal connections, and move listeners to action. [read more]
As specialized content pulls in loyal communities and real dollars for broadcasters willing to go niche, Radio Ink President and Publisher Deborah Parenti is joining the lineup at NAB Show New York with a star panel to turn that programming into profit. [read more]
(Charese Frugé) Antoinette “Toni” Miller is a radio host and personality originally from Kansas City, Missouri. She’s always had a passion for sharing experiences and creating connections, and now she’s making waves in Atlanta with authenticity, “One morning at a time.” [read more]
(Kathleen Miller Fink) In media buying conversations, the word “scale” almost always points to metropolitan areas. The logic seems simple: bigger cities equal bigger reach. But reach without relevance doesn’t always deliver results. That's where rural radio thrives. [read more]
The Interactive Advertising Bureau’s latest revenue outlook shows US advertising growth slowing as economic uncertainty and tariffs weigh heavily on key categories; however, digital audio, particularly podcasting, remains one of the stronger-performing categories. [read more]
Radio Ink's prestigious "30 And Under Superstars" list returns for its seventh year, and we're on the hunt for the brilliant minds who are already leaving their mark on radio. These aren't just tomorrow's leaders: they're today's trailblazers. Make your nomination now. [read more]
iHeartMedia Milwaukee announced Colleen Valkoun as Vice President of Sales. Valkoun returns to iHeartMedia from the Milwaukee Radio Alliance, where she served as President and General Manager. [read more]
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has announced Connoisseur Media San Francisco's Bay Country 94.5 (KBAY) afternoon host Emily Harlan as its 2025 Behind the Mic mentee. Harlan also hosts weekends on Portland, OR's 98.7 The Bull (KUPL). [read more]
Minnesota Public Radio's MPR News has announced that Clay Masters will become the next local host of All Things Considered. He succeeds Tom Crann, who has moved out of the chair after two decades with the program to a new role at YourClassical MPR (KSJN). [read more]
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As it closes its purchase of Worship 24/7, Hope Media Group welcomes the network's former President to its broadcast ministry as Pastor of Discipleship. Harms will focus on strengthening audience connections through biblical content and prayer initiatives. [read more]
Press Communications announced Greg T. is returning to morning radio, this time outside New York City. He will host Greg T. in the Morning with Rochelle beginning October 6 on 107.1 The Boss (WWZY), serving the Monmouth-Ocean, NJ, market. [read more]
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The fight for control of public radio’s distribution backbone has escalated into federal court, with NPR accusing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting of "a last-ditch attempt to carry out the President’s desire to defund NPR and thereby curry his favor."
As the debate over free speech and government power has moved from the abstract to the urgent, two new national surveys reveal how Americans themselves view these tensions over free speech, media accountability, and the role of government in content decisions.
For today’s sales managers, navigating the digital marketplace requires more than delivering clicks. Radio offers advertisers something digital alone cannot: live, local voices that build trust, create personal connections, and move listeners to action.
As specialized content pulls in loyal communities and real dollars for broadcasters willing to go niche, Radio Ink President and Publisher Deborah Parenti is joining the lineup at NAB Show New York with a star panel to turn that programming into profit.
(Charese Frugé) Antoinette “Toni” Miller is a radio host and personality originally from Kansas City, Missouri. She’s always had a passion for sharing experiences and creating connections, and now she’s making waves in Atlanta with authenticity, “One morning at a time.”
(Kathleen Miller Fink) In media buying conversations, the word “scale” almost always points to metropolitan areas. The logic seems simple: bigger cities equal bigger reach. But reach without relevance doesn’t always deliver results. That's where rural radio thrives.
The Interactive Advertising Bureau’s latest revenue outlook shows US advertising growth slowing as economic uncertainty and tariffs weigh heavily on key categories; however, digital audio, particularly podcasting, remains one of the stronger-performing categories.
Radio Ink's prestigious "30 And Under Superstars" list returns for its seventh year, and we're on the hunt for the brilliant minds who are already leaving their mark on radio. These aren't just tomorrow's leaders: they're today's trailblazers. Make your nomination now.
iHeartMedia Milwaukee announced Colleen Valkoun as Vice President of Sales. Valkoun returns to iHeartMedia from the Milwaukee Radio Alliance, where she served as President and General Manager.
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has announced Connoisseur Media San Francisco's Bay Country 94.5 (KBAY) afternoon host Emily Harlan as its 2025 Behind the Mic mentee. Harlan also hosts weekends on Portland, OR's 98.7 The Bull (KUPL).
Minnesota Public Radio's MPR News has announced that Clay Masters will become the next local host of All Things Considered. He succeeds Tom Crann, who has moved out of the chair after two decades with the program to a new role at YourClassical MPR (KSJN).
As it closes its purchase of Worship 24/7, Hope Media Group welcomes the network's former President to its broadcast ministry as Pastor of Discipleship. Harms will focus on strengthening audience connections through biblical content and prayer initiatives.
Press Communications announced Greg T. is returning to morning radio, this time outside New York City. He will host Greg T. in the Morning with Rochelle beginning October 6 on 107.1 The Boss (WWZY), serving the Monmouth-Ocean, NJ, market.
