SiriusXM spent the last two years clawing at AM/FM's share of in-car listening. Now, the satellite broadcaster says it is going after something even more vital: the local advertising dollars that it says make up a majority percentage of traditional radio's revenue. [read more]
(Bob Grammens) Every time another round of layoffs hits a major broadcasting company, the comments begin again. "Is radio dying?" From where we sit in Sheridan, Wyoming, the answer couldn't be more different. [read more]
NAB isn't just fighting to keep AM tuners in US cars anymore, it's fighting to keep radio visible on the dashboard around the world. The organization has joined Radio Ready, a global coalition focused on software and discoverability for over-the-air radio. [read more]
With the midterms approaching, campaigns chasing voters through audio have one clear option. AM/FM captures 63% of the ad-supported audio time registered voters spend in a typical day, nearly three times its nearest competitor, and the lead holds across party lines. [read more]
(Erik Cudd) A recent ad seeking a morning co-host reflects a broader debate: Are stations searching for the best audio personalities and teaching them to succeed digitally, or are they finding successful digital creators and assuming their abilities will translate to radio? [read more]
(Randy Lane) I once worked with a PD who would ask after every idea in a planning meeting: “Do they care? Do they care? Do they care?” It drove the show nuts, but he was right. The most successful shows pass every idea through a content filter. [read more]
K-LOVE has elevated Tanesha Bradshaw from HR Ministry Manager to VP of HR. In her new role, Bradshaw will lead the Christian radio ministry's people strategy and oversee key HR functions supporting employees across the organization. [read more]
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio is searching for a fourth Speak Up! mentee. Created in memory of Media Staffing Network founder Laurie Kahn, the program pairs one woman from a small or medium radio market with senior female broadcast leaders. [read more]
Audacy has named Bay Area native Andre Yancey as Brand Manager of 102 JAMS (KRBQ) in San Francisco, where he'll oversee content strategy, talent, operations, and branding while continuing his role at sister station 94.7 The Block (WXBK) in New York. [read more]
From Washington to Wall Street: Trust RBR+TVBR An AM radio station and two FM translators serving Hot Springs, AR, are about to undergo a transformation. When complete, the programming is expected to be en español thanks to the stations' sale by E Radio Networks.Get full analysis in the RBR+TVBR Afternoon Headlines E-mail.SubscribeHERE!
The highest-billing station in the US is signing away one of its three Washington-area repeater signals, as Hubbard Media that Connects ends WTLP's simulcast of WTOP, leasing the Maryland frequency to Christian broadcaster K-LOVE through 2029. [read more]
Happy Holidays! This week’s Blast From The Past features Detroit radio legend Ken Calvert on September 2, 1978. Send your Blast From The Past to our Editor-in-Chief, Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured. [read more]
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SiriusXM spent the last two years clawing at AM/FM's share of in-car listening. Now, the satellite broadcaster says it is going after something even more vital: the local advertising dollars that it says make up a majority percentage of traditional radio's revenue.
(Bob Grammens) Every time another round of layoffs hits a major broadcasting company, the comments begin again. "Is radio dying?" From where we sit in Sheridan, Wyoming, the answer couldn't be more different.
NAB isn't just fighting to keep AM tuners in US cars anymore, it's fighting to keep radio visible on the dashboard around the world. The organization has joined Radio Ready, a global coalition focused on software and discoverability for over-the-air radio.
With the midterms approaching, campaigns chasing voters through audio have one clear option. AM/FM captures 63% of the ad-supported audio time registered voters spend in a typical day, nearly three times its nearest competitor, and the lead holds across party lines.
(Erik Cudd) A recent ad seeking a morning co-host reflects a broader debate: Are stations searching for the best audio personalities and teaching them to succeed digitally, or are they finding successful digital creators and assuming their abilities will translate to radio?
(Randy Lane) I once worked with a PD who would ask after every idea in a planning meeting: “Do they care? Do they care? Do they care?” It drove the show nuts, but he was right. The most successful shows pass every idea through a content filter.
K-LOVE has elevated Tanesha Bradshaw from HR Ministry Manager to VP of HR. In her new role, Bradshaw will lead the Christian radio ministry's people strategy and oversee key HR functions supporting employees across the organization.
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio is searching for a fourth Speak Up! mentee. Created in memory of Media Staffing Network founder Laurie Kahn, the program pairs one woman from a small or medium radio market with senior female broadcast leaders.
Audacy has named Bay Area native Andre Yancey as Brand Manager of 102 JAMS (KRBQ) in San Francisco, where he'll oversee content strategy, talent, operations, and branding while continuing his role at sister station 94.7 The Block (WXBK) in New York.
The highest-billing station in the US is signing away one of its three Washington-area repeater signals, as Hubbard Media that Connects ends WTLP's simulcast of WTOP, leasing the Maryland frequency to Christian broadcaster K-LOVE through 2029.
Happy Holidays! This week’s Blast From The Past features Detroit radio legend Ken Calvert on September 2, 1978. Send your Blast From The Past to our 
