Two sizeable coalitions of state attorneys general and public radio outlets are rushing to the aid of NPR in its lawsuit against President Donald Trump to stop the defunding of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting as Congress sends mixed signals over CPB's future. [read more]
As he prepares to retire at 2025's end, RTDNA President and CEO Dan Shelley is offering a candid assessment of the challenges facing broadcast journalism - from news deserts to political interference, safety threats, and the rise of AI. [read more]
A Supreme Court decision with major implications for broadcasters has once again chipped away at federal agency power – this time limiting how the FCC’s legal interpretations apply in private disputes, further cementing 2024’s end of the “Chevron deference.” [read more]
Don Henley was the first to mention Ray-Bans and the radio in the same song, but iHeartMedia is the first to make the combination literal. The company is integrating its app into Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, giving users hands-free access to radio on the go. [read more]
(Paige Nienaber) As a Promotion Director, my self-imposed job description was to “give the talent stuff to talk about.” When I look at a station’s site and all they’re promoting is the app download, it tells me that they don’t have a lot going on. [read more]
(Chris Stonick) After being a part of the radio industry in one way or another for the past 47 years, I can say this out loud… I still feel the love! What about you? How’s your love affair with radio? With the industry? [read more]
Binnie Media is bringing a whole new sound to Maine's WBYA, with an incoming format flip from Country to Soft Rock on June 30. The rebranding will see 105.5 The Wolf become 105.5 The Wave, aiming to reach both year-round residents and the region's tourists. [read more]
Think that Gen Z doesn't want to work? Radio Ink is sounding the alarm: it’s time to wake up to the realities of recruiting and retaining Gen Z in radio sales at our next free Radio Masters Sales Series webinar: Catching Zs: Wake Up to a New Generation of Radio Sellers. [read more]
Radio Ink Magazine is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Best Managers in Radio. Recognize the leaders driving your station’s success. Submit your GM, Market Manager, or Regional VP for national recognition by July 14. [read more]
Otto Padrón, who spent the last decade leading Los Angeles's Meruelo Media until resigning in February, is stepping into a new national role as Co-President, Co-Owner, and COO of Get After It Media, which operates five national television networks. [read more]
Audacy has appointed radio veteran Mark Randall as the new Promotions Director for its six-station Sacramento cluster. He heads further west after most recently serving as Regional Promotions Director for Audacy Denver. [read more]
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“What would be the point of Voice of America if there is no voice?” That question from the federal judge presiding over the legal battle for Voice of America's future, following another round of layoffs late last week that saw 639 staff dismissed. [read more]
After three years of silence, a Minnesota Oldies station is bringing Minnesota Vikings football back to the Iron Range. 1450 WELY in Ely, MN, has secured a new seven-year agreement with the NFL team for preseason, regular season, and playoff coverage. [read more]
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Two sizeable coalitions of state attorneys general and public radio outlets are rushing to the aid of NPR in its lawsuit against President Donald Trump to stop the defunding of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting as Congress sends mixed signals over CPB's future.
As he prepares to retire at 2025's end, RTDNA President and CEO Dan Shelley is offering a candid assessment of the challenges facing broadcast journalism - from news deserts to political interference, safety threats, and the rise of AI.
A Supreme Court decision with major implications for broadcasters has once again chipped away at federal agency power – this time limiting how the FCC’s legal interpretations apply in private disputes, further cementing 2024’s end of the “Chevron deference.”
Don Henley was the first to mention Ray-Bans and the radio in the same song, but iHeartMedia is the first to make the combination literal. The company is integrating its app into Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, giving users hands-free access to radio on the go.
(Paige Nienaber) As a Promotion Director, my self-imposed job description was to “give the talent stuff to talk about.” When I look at a station’s site and all they’re promoting is the app download, it tells me that they don’t have a lot going on. 
(Chris Stonick) After being a part of the radio industry in one way or another for the past 47 years, I can say this out loud… I still feel the love! What about you? How’s your love affair with radio? With the industry?
Binnie Media is bringing a whole new sound to Maine's WBYA, with an incoming format flip from Country to Soft Rock on June 30. The rebranding will see 105.5 The Wolf become 105.5 The Wave, aiming to reach both year-round residents and the region's tourists.
Think that Gen Z doesn't want to work? Radio Ink is sounding the alarm: it’s time to wake up to the realities of recruiting and retaining Gen Z in radio sales at our next free Radio Masters Sales Series webinar: Catching Zs: Wake Up to a New Generation of Radio Sellers.
Radio Ink Magazine is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Best Managers in Radio. Recognize the leaders driving your station’s success. Submit your GM, Market Manager, or Regional VP for national recognition by July 14.
Otto Padrón, who spent the last decade leading Los Angeles's Meruelo Media until resigning in February, is stepping into a new national role as Co-President, Co-Owner, and COO of Get After It Media, which operates five national television networks.
Audacy has appointed radio veteran Mark Randall as the new Promotions Director for its six-station Sacramento cluster. He heads further west after most recently serving as Regional Promotions Director for Audacy Denver.
“What would be the point of Voice of America if there is no voice?” That question from the federal judge presiding over the legal battle for Voice of America's future, following another round of layoffs late last week that saw 639 staff dismissed.
After three years of silence, a Minnesota Oldies station is bringing Minnesota Vikings football back to the Iron Range. 1450 WELY in Ely, MN, has secured a new seven-year agreement with the NFL team for preseason, regular season, and playoff coverage.
