We know heavy audio listeners go out of their way to tune into AM/FM and streaming, but where will radio find the casual listener? Edison Research's latest Share of Ear study looks at where audio is most heard by light listeners - and it gives an advantage to radio. [read more]
As the party reignites calls to defund the broadcast company, US House Republicans have summoned NPR President and CEO Katherine Maher to Capitol Hill for a hearing on accusations of liberal ideological bias within the public radio organization. [read more]
When Radio Ink published our first Most Influential Women In Radio list 25 years ago, that inaugural class banded together to elevate generations of women to come. With a new class, comes a new perspective on mentorship and empowerment. [read more]
Seattle's KUOW is the latest public radio station forced to make layoffs in the wake of budget cuts. The 6% staff cut is the first time the station has laid off staff due to financial concerns, according to General Manager Caryn Mathes. [read more]
(By Charese Fruge') Lori Flowers is Manager of Integrated Marketing and Project Management for local Radio One stations and Reach Media’s nationally syndicated shows. Her side hustle is teaching. [read more]
(By Chris Stonick) Most consultants want to tell you how great they are. And sure, if you have a few minutes, I’ll probably go down that same path. But in reality, I have been on more than my fair share of bad calls. [read more]
The Museum of Broadcast Communications has released the list of nominees for the 2024 Radio Hall of Fame. The selection includes 24 candidates determined by the Radio Hall of Fame Nominating Committee, with feedback from both the radio industry and listeners. [read more]
The National Association of Broadcasters has opened the nomination period for the 2024 Marconi Radio Awards, which will run until May 31. The announcement of the winners will take place during the NAB Show New York at the Javits Center on October 9. [read more]
iHeartMedia has appointed Pedro Javier "PJ" Gonzalez as the new Senior Vice President of Programming for its Miami operations, effective immediately. He succeeds Rob Miller, who will transition to a new strategic advisor role within iHeart for the Hot AC format. [read more]
Audacy has announced updates to the weekday programming lineup for News/Talk 98.9 WORD (WYRD) in Greenville, taking effect on May 6. The schedule refresh reintroduces Mike Gallagher to the lineup at middays with The Mike Gallagher Show. [read more]
Beloved Bloomington, IL radio personality Scott Laughlin has passed away at the age of 65 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Laughlin's broadcasting career spanned over four decades until his retirement in 2019 following his diagnosis. [read more]
At last year's Hispanic Radio Conference, HRN Media Network President Clark Logan sat down with Horizon Media Senior Audio Investor Natalie Henderson for a provocative conversation that provided agency-level insight on the state of Hispanic radio. [read more]
As part of Saga Communications' digital expansion, Charlottesville, VA, is joining other Saga markets in the launch of a new online news service. Cville Right Now mirrors localized platform debuts in Clarksville, TN, Asheville, NC, and Jonesboro, AR. [read more]
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iHeartMedia and P&G are again partnering on the fifth annual Can’t Cancel Pride event on June 12, celebrating the pivotal role of music and LGBTQ+ organizations in promoting equality. The event will serve as a major fundraiser for six key LGBTQ+ charities. [read more]
Libsyn has released its Podcast Advertising Rates for April 2024. In April, the average cost per thousand impressions for a 60-second ad was $21.75, marking a slight decrease from March 2024's rate of $21.94 and April 2023's rate of $22.76. [read more]
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We know heavy audio listeners go out of their way to tune into AM/FM and streaming, but where will radio find the casual listener? Edison Research's latest Share of Ear study looks at where audio is most heard by light listeners - and it gives an advantage to radio.
As the party reignites calls to defund the broadcast company, US House Republicans have summoned NPR President and CEO Katherine Maher to Capitol Hill for a hearing on accusations of liberal ideological bias within the public radio organization.
When Radio Ink published our first Most Influential Women In Radio list 25 years ago, that inaugural class banded together to elevate generations of women to come. With a new class, comes a new perspective on mentorship and empowerment.
Seattle's KUOW is the latest public radio station forced to make layoffs in the wake of budget cuts. The 6% staff cut is the first time the station has laid off staff due to financial concerns, according to General Manager Caryn Mathes.
(By Charese Fruge') Lori Flowers is Manager of Integrated Marketing and Project Management for local Radio One stations and Reach Media’s nationally syndicated shows. Her side hustle is teaching.
(By Chris Stonick) Most consultants want to tell you how great they are. And sure, if you have a few minutes, I’ll probably go down that same path. But in reality, I have been on more than my fair share of bad calls.
The Museum of Broadcast Communications has released the list of nominees for the 2024 Radio Hall of Fame. The selection includes 24 candidates determined by the Radio Hall of Fame Nominating Committee, with feedback from both the radio industry and listeners.
The National Association of Broadcasters has opened the nomination period for the 2024 Marconi Radio Awards, which will run until May 31. The announcement of the winners will take place during the NAB Show New York at the Javits Center on October 9.
iHeartMedia has appointed Pedro Javier "PJ" Gonzalez as the new Senior Vice President of Programming for its Miami operations, effective immediately. He succeeds Rob Miller, who will transition to a new strategic advisor role within iHeart for the Hot AC format.
Audacy has announced updates to the weekday programming lineup for News/Talk 98.9 WORD (WYRD) in Greenville, taking effect on May 6. The schedule refresh reintroduces Mike Gallagher to the lineup at middays with The Mike Gallagher Show.
Beloved Bloomington, IL radio personality Scott Laughlin has passed away at the age of 65 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Laughlin's broadcasting career spanned over four decades until his retirement in 2019 following his diagnosis.
At last year's Hispanic Radio Conference, HRN Media Network President Clark Logan sat down with Horizon Media Senior Audio Investor Natalie Henderson for a provocative conversation that provided agency-level insight on the state of Hispanic radio.
As part of Saga Communications' digital expansion, Charlottesville, VA, is joining other Saga markets in the launch of a new online news service. Cville Right Now mirrors localized platform debuts in Clarksville, TN, Asheville, NC, and Jonesboro, AR.
iHeartMedia and P&G are again partnering on the fifth annual Can’t Cancel Pride event on June 12, celebrating the pivotal role of music and LGBTQ+ organizations in promoting equality. The event will serve as a major fundraiser for six key LGBTQ+ charities.
Libsyn has released its Podcast Advertising Rates for April 2024. In April, the average cost per thousand impressions for a 60-second ad was $21.75, marking a slight decrease from March 2024's rate of $21.94 and April 2023's rate of $22.76.
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell Radio Ink. We've covered radio for more than 31 years as the most trusted name in the industry. Send news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor 
