At its launch in 2014, radio pinned a lot of hope on Amazon's Alexa to bring radio back into the American home. As Alexa numbers dwindle ten years later, Amazon is planning a huge revitalization for the AI voice assistant that could bring that hope back to the industry. [read more]
The medical aesthetics market, valued at $15.4 billion in 2023, is expected to grow to $25.9 billion by 2028. In their searches for more market share, well-known aesthetics brands like Botox are tapping into traditional radio and pulling back from TV. [read more]
Financial feasibility problems are leading to the end of a secondary station from North Carolina Public Radio. WUNC Music (WUNC-HD2) will be cut from its Chapel Hill signal and from streaming at the end of June. The AAA station has been operating since 2016. [read more]
Longtime syndicated radio personality Tom Kent, known for his "crusade to end boring radio," has passed away. His Tom Kent Radio Network reached widespread syndication across the US in classic hits and adult contemporary. [read more]
(By Mike McVay) There was a time when common thinking was that local programming will beat syndicated/network programming every day of the week. Then Howard Stern and Rush Limbaugh came along and beat local programming. [read more]
(By John Shomby) If you’re a football fan, you most likely know who Greg Olsen is. If not, Greg will still impress you with his work ethic and competitive spirit given his complicated relationship with a certain former QB. [read more]
(By Buzz Knight) It’s interesting to think how the essential qualities of great leadership match up with the essential qualities of a great person. This article is inspired by and dedicated to broadcaster and agent Amy Winslow, who recently passed. [read more]
ENCO Systems, Benztown, and Compass Media Networks have announced a new generative AI partnership with Beasley Media Group. This agreement will deploy SPECai, an AI-powered spec spot creator, at all 59 of Beasley’s radio stations in 11 US markets. [read more]
As the countdown to the Fourth of July ramps up, radio's heaviest hitters are leveraging the medium to maximize visibility and drive mid-summer sales. The latest data from Media Monitors for June 17-23 shows a competitive market with promise for the quarter's end. [read more]
Get ready for a vivid new chapter of Radio Ink! On July 15, we're unveiling a new look for our magazine, transforming your reading experience and aligning with the dynamic, modern frontier of radio broadcasting. Subscribe now! [read more]
Radio station software provider Aiir Inc. has announced the acquisition of RadioNewsAI, a company known for its generative AI technology that creates artificial news anchors for audio broadcasts. This move marks Aiir's first step into the gen AI sector. [read more]
Veritonic has introduced new benchmarks to its Brand Lift measurement solution for audio analytics. The enhancement enables advertisers and agencies to gauge the effectiveness of their campaigns and make informed decisions based on comprehensive data. [read more]
Since September, the FCC has taken an extremely active role in radio, with rulings on AI, EEO, ownership caps, FM geotargeting, and the very definition of localism. Now the FCC's newest Commissioner, Anna Gomez, talks with Radio Ink as we celebrate Hispanic radio. [read more]
Don't Miss A Detail - Get RBR+TVBR An FM serving the vineyard hub of Greenfield, CA is being sold by Family Radio's parent - as are two FM translators, one of which is in the state of Vermont.The RBR+TVBR Afternoon Headlines E-mail has the story. Get it by clicking HERE.
The top five largest podcast ad spenders all spent less in May than in April according to Magellan AI's May 2024 Podcast Advertiser Report. This month's analysis showcases a trend of decreasing spend, with Progressive and State Farm noting rare increases. [read more]
The International Women's Podcast Awards recently celebrated global achievements in podcasting at the IET London: Savoy Place. The 2024 ceremony highlighted the talent and creativity of women in podcasting across 10 categories. [read more]
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 Cameron Coats. [read more]
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At its launch in 2014, radio pinned a lot of hope on Amazon's Alexa to bring radio back into the American home. As Alexa numbers dwindle ten years later, Amazon is planning a huge revitalization for the AI voice assistant that could bring that hope back to the industry.
The medical aesthetics market, valued at $15.4 billion in 2023, is expected to grow to $25.9 billion by 2028. In their searches for more market share, well-known aesthetics brands like Botox are tapping into traditional radio and pulling back from TV.
Financial feasibility problems are leading to the end of a secondary station from North Carolina Public Radio. WUNC Music (WUNC-HD2) will be cut from its Chapel Hill signal and from streaming at the end of June. The AAA station has been operating since 2016.
Longtime syndicated radio personality Tom Kent, known for his "crusade to end boring radio," has passed away. His Tom Kent Radio Network reached widespread syndication across the US in classic hits and adult contemporary.
(By Mike McVay) There was a time when common thinking was that local programming will beat syndicated/network programming every day of the week. Then Howard Stern and Rush Limbaugh came along and beat local programming.
(By John Shomby) If you’re a football fan, you most likely know who Greg Olsen is. If not, Greg will still impress you with his work ethic and competitive spirit given his complicated relationship with a certain former QB.
(By Buzz Knight) It’s interesting to think how the essential qualities of great leadership match up with the essential qualities of a great person. This article is inspired by and dedicated to broadcaster and agent Amy Winslow, who recently passed.
ENCO Systems, Benztown, and Compass Media Networks have announced a new generative AI partnership with Beasley Media Group. This agreement will deploy SPECai, an AI-powered spec spot creator, at all 59 of Beasley’s radio stations in 11 US markets.
As the countdown to the Fourth of July ramps up, radio's heaviest hitters are leveraging the medium to maximize visibility and drive mid-summer sales. The latest data from Media Monitors for June 17-23 shows a competitive market with promise for the quarter's end.
Get ready for a vivid new chapter of Radio Ink! On July 15, we're unveiling a new look for our magazine, transforming your reading experience and aligning with the dynamic, modern frontier of radio broadcasting. 
Radio station software provider Aiir Inc. has announced the acquisition of RadioNewsAI, a company known for its generative AI technology that creates artificial news anchors for audio broadcasts. This move marks Aiir's first step into the gen AI sector.
Veritonic has introduced new benchmarks to its Brand Lift measurement solution for audio analytics. The enhancement enables advertisers and agencies to gauge the effectiveness of their campaigns and make informed decisions based on comprehensive data.
Since September, the FCC has taken an extremely active role in radio, with rulings on AI, EEO, ownership caps, FM geotargeting, and the very definition of localism. Now the FCC's newest Commissioner, Anna Gomez, talks with Radio Ink as we celebrate Hispanic radio.
The top five largest podcast ad spenders all spent less in May than in April according to Magellan AI's May 2024 Podcast Advertiser Report. This month's analysis showcases a trend of decreasing spend, with Progressive and State Farm noting rare increases.
The International Women's Podcast Awards recently celebrated global achievements in podcasting at the IET London: Savoy Place. The 2024 ceremony highlighted the talent and creativity of women in podcasting across 10 categories.
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 
