The legislative push to keep AM radio in American automobiles is changing leadership in the US House. Led by Rep. Josh Gottheimer for the past year, the House efforts for the AM For Every Vehicle Act will now be headed by Reps. Frank Pallone and Gus Bilirakis. [read more]
After rave reviews at last year's Hispanic Radio Conference, Edgar “Shoboy” Sotelo and Stephanie “Chiquibaby” Himonidis are returning as Masters of Ceremonies for this year's event in San Antonio, and attendees will see plenty more famous faces. [read more]
The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation celebrated winners of the 49th Gracie Awards last night, highlighting significant media contributions that impact women's perspectives. The event honored women in national radio for their powerful contributions. [read more]
The National Association of Farm Broadcasting has found its new executive director. Public relations, agriculture marketing, and strategic communications veteran Gardner Hatch will now lead the organization after the departure of Tom Brand at the end of 2023. [read more]
(By Paige Nienaber) A little deviation from the regular format this week as we explore promotions that have commonality or that will engage the most number of listeners. There are things that we know for certain. [read more]
(By Randy Lane) What if you had a higher volume of creative ideas, your critical thinking was sharper, or your attention more focused? You would be a more innovative talent and a more dynamic and persuasive leader. Try putting this science to work: [read more]
(By Rick Fink) Nobody, and I mean nobody, listens to your stations for the ads. The trick is making people HEAR the ads! Unless your listeners hear the ads and have an emotional or logical connection, the ads won’t work, period! [read more]
Bold Gold Media Catskills' Thunder 102 (WDNB) held its 13th annual Country Cares for St. Jude Kids Radiothon on May 16 and 17, raising $147,135 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This brings the total amount raised over the years to over $750,000. [read more]
The $950,000 sale of three Illinois radio stations to Shaw Local Radio Company was finalized on May 20. This comes around one year after Shaw's April 2023 acquisition of eight radio signals in La Salle County from Studstill Media for $1.8 million. [read more]
After two months off the FM dial, Kool 103.9 (WTXY-AM) is back broadcasting to Whiteville, NC, but the rebuilding process isn't over yet. The station has been forced to operate solely by stream since an electrical fire destroyed its FM translator in March. [read more]
GBH News General Manager Pam Johnston is resigning from the public broadcaster effective May 31. Johnston, who took the helm of the Boston NPR affiliate in 2020 mid-pandemic, has faced recent challenges over newsroom culture. [read more]
iHeartMedia Philadelphia has named Marie Tolson-Overton as the new Sales Manager for WDAS FM and Power 99. Tolson-Overton is a 31-year market veteran and previously served as a senior account executive and Director of Marketing for WDAS FM and Power 99. [read more]
iHeartMedia Phoenix's 99.9 KEZ has promoted Beth and Friends Morning Show Executive Producer Andrew Babinski to full co-host on the show. Babinski will continue his EP duties, while serving as a primary creative voice on-air and across social media. [read more]
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Audio analytics and research platform Veritonic is introducing Cross-Podcast Listenership Measurement for tracking podcast audience behavior as the demand for comprehensive analytics to support multi-channel marketing strategies becomes crucial. [read more]
SiriusXM has unveiled extensive programming for the 108th Running of the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, May 26. SiriusXM INDYCAR Nation and NBC Sports Audio channels will carry coverage live race coverage from Indianapolis Motor Speedway starting at 11a ET. [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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The legislative push to keep AM radio in American automobiles is changing leadership in the US House. Led by Rep. Josh Gottheimer for the past year, the House efforts for the AM For Every Vehicle Act will now be headed by Reps. Frank Pallone and Gus Bilirakis.
After rave reviews at last year's Hispanic Radio Conference, Edgar “Shoboy” Sotelo and Stephanie “Chiquibaby” Himonidis are returning as Masters of Ceremonies for this year's event in San Antonio, and attendees will see plenty more famous faces.
The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation celebrated winners of the 49th Gracie Awards last night, highlighting significant media contributions that impact women's perspectives. The event honored women in national radio for their powerful contributions.
The National Association of Farm Broadcasting has found its new executive director. Public relations, agriculture marketing, and strategic communications veteran Gardner Hatch will now lead the organization after the departure of Tom Brand at the end of 2023.
(By Paige Nienaber) A little deviation from the regular format this week as we explore promotions that have commonality or that will engage the most number of listeners. There are things that we know for certain.
(By Randy Lane) What if you had a higher volume of creative ideas, your critical thinking was sharper, or your attention more focused? You would be a more innovative talent and a more dynamic and persuasive leader. Try putting this science to work:
(By Rick Fink) Nobody, and I mean nobody, listens to your stations for the ads. The trick is making people HEAR the ads! Unless your listeners hear the ads and have an emotional or logical connection, the ads won’t work, period!
Bold Gold Media Catskills' Thunder 102 (WDNB) held its 13th annual Country Cares for St. Jude Kids Radiothon on May 16 and 17, raising $147,135 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This brings the total amount raised over the years to over $750,000.
The $950,000 sale of three Illinois radio stations to Shaw Local Radio Company was finalized on May 20. This comes around one year after Shaw's April 2023 acquisition of eight radio signals in La Salle County from Studstill Media for $1.8 million.
After two months off the FM dial, Kool 103.9 (WTXY-AM) is back broadcasting to Whiteville, NC, but the rebuilding process isn't over yet. The station has been forced to operate solely by stream since an electrical fire destroyed its FM translator in March.
GBH News General Manager Pam Johnston is resigning from the public broadcaster effective May 31. Johnston, who took the helm of the Boston NPR affiliate in 2020 mid-pandemic, has faced recent challenges over newsroom culture.
iHeartMedia Philadelphia has named Marie Tolson-Overton as the new Sales Manager for WDAS FM and Power 99. Tolson-Overton is a 31-year market veteran and previously served as a senior account executive and Director of Marketing for WDAS FM and Power 99.
iHeartMedia Phoenix's 99.9 KEZ has promoted Beth and Friends Morning Show Executive Producer Andrew Babinski to full co-host on the show. Babinski will continue his EP duties, while serving as a primary creative voice on-air and across social media.
Audio analytics and research platform Veritonic is introducing Cross-Podcast Listenership Measurement for tracking podcast audience behavior as the demand for comprehensive analytics to support multi-channel marketing strategies becomes crucial.
SiriusXM has unveiled extensive programming for the 108th Running of the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, May 26. SiriusXM INDYCAR Nation and NBC Sports Audio channels will carry coverage live race coverage from Indianapolis Motor Speedway starting at 11a ET.
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 
