With US Hispanic buying power at all time highs and still climbing, new research from iHeartMedia is showing radio’s central role in reaching Bicultural Latinos, of whom more than 92% listen to the radio weekly, and represent $4.1 trillion in economic clout. [read more]
(Deborah Parenti) I discovered WDAO, “Ohio’s Stereo Soul Giant,” as a pre-teen. It gave me more than just the grooves of James Brown and the Ohio Players; it gave me my first view of the depth and vibrancy of African American culture. That’s one of radio's many advantages. [read more]
Former Michigan Congressman Thaddeus McCotter is the latest to join the throng urging Congress to advance the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, arguing the bipartisan measure is critical for data privacy, public safety, and preserving radio’s vital role in American life. [read more]
Video podcasts may grab headlines, but audio is far from surrendering its loyal fans. Exclusive listeners still outnumber exclusive watchers nearly two to one, and traditional radio companies continue to rank among the medium's heaviest hitters, per 2025 data. [read more]
(Randy Lane) Personality radio shows often believe they’re in the content business. They’re not. They’re in the emotional experience business. Portland, ME morning ace, Blake Hayes at Coast 93.1, shared an episode with me from Guy Raz's brand-oriented How I Built This. [read more]
Radio Ink is hiring a part-time, fully remote Editorial Assistant to support daily digital coverage and assist with production of its monthly print magazine. This is a fast-paced newsroom role serving radio executives and sales professionals nationwide. [read more]
Backed with fresh data on radio's audience success, the RAB and its Board of Directors are giving an update on the state of its One Voice for Radio series with a free live webinar on March 4 to push the benefits of unified industry action with advertisers and communities. [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]
Hope Media Group has promoted Rob Anthony to Assistant Program Director for Worship 24/7 as the Christian radio network prepares to complete its operational integration. HMG announced its acquisition of Worship 24/7 in June after initially partnering in 2023. [read more]
Compass Media Networks has promoted Sydney Sperling to Director of Affiliate Sales, expanding her role in shaping affiliate strategy and network growth. Sperling joined Compass Media Networks in July 2023 after graduating from Trinity College that spring. [read more]
Central Florida Public Media is growing its evening programming with the addition of Reportable, featuring Orlando journalist Steve Mort. The local news program will air on Wednesday evenings on 90.7 (WMFE) and 89.5 (WMFV) starting on February 18. [read more]
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106.7 The Bull (KWBL) midday host Denise Plante will be the latest radio name to serve as a guest announcer at the Grand Ole Opry in celebration of its 100th anniversary. The iHeartMedia Denver talent will grace the stage in Nashville on February 21. [read more]
As YouTube continues its run as the leading podcast platform, Apple Podcasts will introduce advanced video podcast capabilities this spring, expanding beyond audio into HLS-powered streaming that allows creators to distribute, monetize, and dynamically insert video ads. [read more]
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With US Hispanic buying power at all time highs and still climbing, new research from iHeartMedia is showing radio’s central role in reaching Bicultural Latinos, of whom more than 92% listen to the radio weekly, and represent $4.1 trillion in economic clout.
(Deborah Parenti) I discovered WDAO, “Ohio’s Stereo Soul Giant,” as a pre-teen. It gave me more than just the grooves of James Brown and the Ohio Players; it gave me my first view of the depth and vibrancy of African American culture. That’s one of radio's many advantages.
Former Michigan Congressman Thaddeus McCotter is the latest to join the throng urging Congress to advance the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, arguing the bipartisan measure is critical for data privacy, public safety, and preserving radio’s vital role in American life.
Video podcasts may grab headlines, but audio is far from surrendering its loyal fans. Exclusive listeners still outnumber exclusive watchers nearly two to one, and traditional radio companies continue to rank among the medium's heaviest hitters, per 2025 data.
(Randy Lane) Personality radio shows often believe they’re in the content business. They’re not. They’re in the emotional experience business. Portland, ME morning ace, Blake Hayes at Coast 93.1, shared an episode with me from Guy Raz's brand-oriented How I Built This.
Radio Ink is hiring a part-time, fully remote Editorial Assistant to support daily digital coverage and assist with production of its monthly print magazine. This is a fast-paced newsroom role serving radio executives and sales professionals nationwide.
Backed with fresh data on radio's audience success, the RAB and its Board of Directors are giving an update on the state of its One Voice for Radio series with a free live webinar on March 4 to push the benefits of unified industry action with advertisers and communities.
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.
Hope Media Group has promoted Rob Anthony to Assistant Program Director for Worship 24/7 as the Christian radio network prepares to complete its operational integration. HMG announced its acquisition of Worship 24/7 in June after initially partnering in 2023.
Compass Media Networks has promoted Sydney Sperling to Director of Affiliate Sales, expanding her role in shaping affiliate strategy and network growth. Sperling joined Compass Media Networks in July 2023 after graduating from Trinity College that spring.
Central Florida Public Media is growing its evening programming with the addition of Reportable, featuring Orlando journalist Steve Mort. The local news program will air on Wednesday evenings on 90.7 (WMFE) and 89.5 (WMFV) starting on February 18.
106.7 The Bull (KWBL) midday host Denise Plante will be the latest radio name to serve as a guest announcer at the Grand Ole Opry in celebration of its 100th anniversary. The iHeartMedia Denver talent will grace the stage in Nashville on February 21.
As YouTube continues its run as the leading podcast platform, Apple Podcasts will introduce advanced video podcast capabilities this spring, expanding beyond audio into HLS-powered streaming that allows creators to distribute, monetize, and dynamically insert video ads.
