Radio’s Growth Future Is All Digital In First 2025 BIA Ad Forecast
In October, BIA Advisory Services' initial forecast for 2024 had local advertising revenues hitting $175.6 billion. Then in March, that forecast was tempered by 2% to $172 billion. Now BIA has readjusted that forecast one more time while adding our first look at 2025.
Harris Is Here: What Does Her New Candidacy Hold For Radio?
With Kamala Harris poised to take the Democratic ticket in an election that has dramatically shifted into uncharted territory, Radio Ink again reached out to Silver Oak Political’s Steve Passwaiter to discuss the new dynamics shaping political advertising on radio.
Leadership To Live By
(By Deborah Parenti) It was 10 years ago, and I was trying to close on a home. After weeks of delay, I became frustrated and informed the agent that I was ready to pull out of the deal.
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If you couldn't join our live Help Your Salespeople Maximize Their Sales Performance webinar, presented by the 2024 Radio Masters Sales Summit, is now available right here, on demand.
Today Is AWMF’s First-Ever Gracies Day of Giving
Today, the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation celebrates its first Gracies Day of Giving, commemorating the birthday of the award's namesake, Gracie Allen. Contributions can be made through the AWMF's donation page or via Venmo.
Radio News Salaries Struggle, Even As Demand Grows
With radio newsrooms across the US facing budget cuts and layoffs even as demand for news coverage grows dramatically, the RTDNA has shared new data with grim news about the salaries of those working in news radio, especially when compared to inflation.
FCC Defies GOP & FEC, Moves Ahead On AI Ad Disclosure Rule
Despite scorching opposition from the Federal Election Commission and Republicans on Capitol Hill, the FCC is moving forward with AI transparency requirements for political advertisements on radio and television.
How Radio’s Top Program Directors Are Handling Political Content
As the past few weeks have dramatically emphasized, politics is unavoidable in radio... or is it? As Radio Ink readies to recognize the Best Program Directors in America, we asked this year's honorees how they handle the elephant (and donkey) in the room at their stations.
SoundExchange’s $150M Lawsuit Against SiriusXM Moves To NY
A US District Court may not be dismissing a $150 million lawsuit against SiriusXM alleging unpaid royalties for lack of jurisdiction, but a judge is granting the satellite broadcaster's change of venue request - moving the case from Virginia to New York.
Women to Watch: Hannah Lane; US96.3, Jackson, MS
(By Charese Frugé) Hannah Lane is a member of the Nate & Traci morning show on US96.3, a Country station serving Jackson, MS. She’s also the full-time content creator for the cluster of five additional area stations owned by New South Radio.
Maine Association of Broadcasters To Add Three To Hall of Fame
The Maine Association of Broadcasters will induct three veteran broadcasters into its Hall of Fame this fall, of which two have ties to radio. These inductees were selected by a committee comprising MAB Board members and previous Hall of Fame inductees.
Laurel Bristow to Host Public Health Show For Atlanta’s WABE
Atlanta NPR member station WABE is teaming with Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health for Health Wanted, a new weekly radio show and podcast. Infectious disease researcher Laurel Bristow will unpack the week's crucial public health headlines.
Radio Workflow Enhances TAAS Team with Sean Kernan
Radio Workflow has announced the appointment of Sean Kernan to its Traffic As A Service team. Kernan was previously a Brand Manager and Operations Manager with Illinois' Regional Media after serving as an on-air talent.
iHeart Sprints Into 2024 Olympics With First Weekend Coverage
As the 2024 Summer Olympics begin in Paris, iHeartMedia is coming out of the blocks for its exclusive audio partnership with NBCUniversal. Events can be heard directly through iHeartMedia’s broadcast stations and on dedicated digital platforms via the iHeart app.
Spotify Adds Indie Publishing Library To Its Audiobook Selections
Spotify has announced a new partnership with Ingram Content Group to enhance its audiobook offerings. This deal will introduce titles from more than 100 independent publishers affiliated with Ingram to Spotify’s platform.
Liberty Media Sets SiriusXM Merger Completion for September
Liberty Media Corporation has announced the date it expects to complete its merger with SiriusXM to simplify the satellite broadcaster's ownership structure. "New SiriusXM" will combine multiple ticker symbols - including LSXMA, LSXMB, and LSXMK - into SIRI.