In a setback for radio's fight to keep AM in the automobile dashboard, Sen. Rand Paul sank Sen. Ted Cruz's attempt to get the AM For Every Vehicle Act passed under unanimous consent on Tuesday in an attempt to end subsidies of electric vehicles. [read more]
New survey data from FMR Associates and Eastlan Ratings underscores the enduring relevance of over-the-air AM/FM radio, despite the growth of digital platforms, and highlights the nuances of listener preferences between smaller and major markets. [read more]
After a month delay, the FCC is now accepting new low-power FM station construction permits for the first time in a decade. This window, initially set for November 1-8, is only open through December 13. [read more]
As Country radio experiences a boom driven by the surging popularity of crossover acts like Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, and Lainey Wilson, the nomination window is now open for Radio Ink's Best Program Directors in Country Radio list. [read more]
(By Chris Stonick) Unless you live and work in Maine, Vermont, Alaska, or Hawaii (the 4 states that prohibit them), you’re likely seeing a lot of ads on billboards. Want to destroy the idea of billboard recruitment? [read more]
(By Jeff McHugh) Can you create success by visualizing it? Some visualizations can help you reach your goals and others are a waste of time and energy. So how do you know which is which? [read more]
(By Rick Fink) How much better do you want to be in 2024? How much more money do you want to earn? If you really want to do better, and you really want to earn more money, there is one thing that you can do to help make it happen: [read more]
Cumulus Media Indianapolis' 99.5 WZPL and the Smiley Morning Show obtained a significant sum for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana. The station raised more than $1 million during its two-day Request-A-Thon event. [read more]
Cleveland college station WJCU 88.7's Blizzard Bash had a triumphant return on December 1 to help feed area families. WJCU collected more than 12,000 meals for Cuyahoga County's Hunger Network throughout the charity concert. [read more]
Country Radio Seminar 2024 has unveiled the year's five central themes and the first round of panels. The announcement also included two new events: one focused on production, social media, and podcasting, and the other on inclusion within the Country genre. [read more]
One management change begets another at Audacy, as the company moves Chicago Market Manager Rachel Williamson to its senior leadership team. As Williamson becomes President of Local Sales Strategy and Innovation, her old role has already been filled. [read more]
AdLarge has announced the addition of Tom Brady to its sales force, where he will work in lock-step with Audio Sales EVP Robin Sloan. Brady comes to AdLarge from his most recent role as Disney Advertising Sales Senior Director of East Coast Audio. [read more]
Former State Department Spokeswoman and Fox News national security contributor Morgan Ortagus is launching a Sunday news and foreign policy program on SiriusXM Patriot. The Morgan Ortagus Show will focus on issues in Israel and the Middle East. [read more]
Make RBR+TVBR Your Afternoon News Habit The originating station for "Oldies 95.3/96.9," part of the True Oldies Channel-focused service in South Florida, has been sold. What's next? The RBR+TVBR Afternoon Headlines E-mail has the details. Get the newsletter by clicking HERE.
Super Hi-Fi has unveiled an AI tool allows brands to build their own streaming stations from scratch. The Radio-as-a-Service offering is tailored for any digital media platform, including automakers, fitness services, gaming platforms, OEMs, and video services. [read more]
Europe's Bauer Media Audio has acquired iRadio, a youth music station that broadcasts to west, north, and central Ireland. iRadio joins Bauer's Irish roster of Today FM, Newstalk, 98FM, SPIN 1038, SPIN South West, and Cork’s Red FM. [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]
reVolver Podcasts has announced a collaboration with Roku to bring a diverse range of multicultural podcasts to the platform. The collaboration includes the launch of Podcast Free Ad-Supported Television channels, developed jointly with Adori. [read more]
On December 5, iHeartPodcasts and Diversion Audio launched The Greatest True Crime Stories Ever Told, hosted by true crime writer Mary Kay McBrayer. The weekly podcast flips the true crime genre, often characterized by a fascination with crimes against women. [read more]
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In a setback for radio's fight to keep AM in the automobile dashboard, Sen. Rand Paul sank Sen. Ted Cruz's attempt to get the AM For Every Vehicle Act passed under unanimous consent on Tuesday in an attempt to end subsidies of electric vehicles.
New survey data from FMR Associates and Eastlan Ratings underscores the enduring relevance of over-the-air AM/FM radio, despite the growth of digital platforms, and highlights the nuances of listener preferences between smaller and major markets.
After a month delay, the FCC is now accepting new low-power FM station construction permits for the first time in a decade. This window, initially set for November 1-8, is only open through December 13.
As Country radio experiences a boom driven by the surging popularity of crossover acts like Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, and Lainey Wilson, the nomination window is now open for Radio Ink's Best Program Directors in Country Radio list.
(By Chris Stonick) Unless you live and work in Maine, Vermont, Alaska, or Hawaii (the 4 states that prohibit them), you’re likely seeing a lot of ads on billboards. Want to destroy the idea of billboard recruitment?
(By Jeff McHugh) Can you create success by visualizing it? Some visualizations can help you reach your goals and others are a waste of time and energy. So how do you know which is which?
(By Rick Fink) How much better do you want to be in 2024? How much more money do you want to earn? If you really want to do better, and you really want to earn more money, there is one thing that you can do to help make it happen:
Cumulus Media Indianapolis' 99.5 WZPL and the Smiley Morning Show obtained a significant sum for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana. The station raised more than $1 million during its two-day Request-A-Thon event.
Cleveland college station WJCU 88.7's Blizzard Bash had a triumphant return on December 1 to help feed area families. WJCU collected more than 12,000 meals for Cuyahoga County's Hunger Network throughout the charity concert.
Country Radio Seminar 2024 has unveiled the year's five central themes and the first round of panels. The announcement also included two new events: one focused on production, social media, and podcasting, and the other on inclusion within the Country genre.
One management change begets another at Audacy, as the company moves Chicago Market Manager Rachel Williamson to its senior leadership team. As Williamson becomes President of Local Sales Strategy and Innovation, her old role has already been filled.
AdLarge has announced the addition of Tom Brady to its sales force, where he will work in lock-step with Audio Sales EVP Robin Sloan. Brady comes to AdLarge from his most recent role as Disney Advertising Sales Senior Director of East Coast Audio.
Former State Department Spokeswoman and Fox News national security contributor Morgan Ortagus is launching a Sunday news and foreign policy program on SiriusXM Patriot. The Morgan Ortagus Show will focus on issues in Israel and the Middle East.
Super Hi-Fi has unveiled an AI tool allows brands to build their own streaming stations from scratch. The Radio-as-a-Service offering is tailored for any digital media platform, including automakers, fitness services, gaming platforms, OEMs, and video services.
Europe's Bauer Media Audio has acquired iRadio, a youth music station that broadcasts to west, north, and central Ireland. iRadio joins Bauer's Irish roster of Today FM, Newstalk, 98FM, SPIN 1038, SPIN South West, and Cork’s Red FM.
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 
reVolver Podcasts has announced a collaboration with Roku to bring a diverse range of multicultural podcasts to the platform. The collaboration includes the launch of Podcast Free Ad-Supported Television channels, developed jointly with Adori.
On December 5, iHeartPodcasts and Diversion Audio launched The Greatest True Crime Stories Ever Told, hosted by true crime writer Mary Kay McBrayer. The weekly podcast flips the true crime genre, often characterized by a fascination with crimes against women.
