Martin To Exit As A Key Audacy Radio Programming Leader
"I’ve made the decision to step down from my role at Audacy on May 1st and begin the next phase of my career." That's what Michael Martin shared in an internal memo distributed to staff at the radio broadcasting company with majority interest held by Soros Fund Management.
¡Viva Cachorros! Spanish Play-by-Play Goes HD
If you enjoy Los Cachorros de Chicago and listening to Cubs games en español, streaming audio and an FM radio with an HD Radio tuner is in order, as TelevisaUnivision has inked an agreement with the Major League Baseball team that brings the club back to the company's station group in market No. 3.
FCC To Station Owner: Pay Up, Or Lose Your License
The FCC has ordered the owner of Spanish-language religious radio stations to pay its overdue regulatory fee bill or face a license revocation for an FM radio station purchased nine years ago — placing it in similar status with seven other facilities that no longer exist which also have an outstanding bill to the Commission.
Miami Marlins Return to Home Plate with WQAM Reunion
When the team was known as the Florida Marlins and played its inaugural season at Joe Robbie Stadium, WQAM-AM served as its on-air home. Now, the team is once again poised to put its play-by-play on not only that signal, but on the home of what was once "104.3 The Ticket" in the Entercom era.
America250 Prepares For ‘Celebration’ As iHeartMedia Partners Up
The biggest owner of broadcast stations will “provide a unified national audio experience,” from July 3-4, “connecting celebrations from coast to coast through one shared soundtrack.” Selecting iHeartMedia means its 800-plus radio stations make it a perfect reach vehicle for America250, as it is the largest single owner of broadcast radio properties in the U.S.
A Trio-Led Program Coming To Atlanta’s Morning Drive
The Q Morning Crew will debut on Cumulus Media's Contemporary Hit Radio-formatted WWWQ "Q99.7" — filling the programming chasm left when The Bert Show concluded its 25-year run last October.
Competitive Review Insights
Many teams either ignore competitors or pay attention only when the ratings come out. But when done intentionally, competitive analysis can sharpen a show in several important ways, notes veteran programming consultant Randy Lane in his freshly written column.
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Time For Burdine-Fly To Depart Connoisseur
After more than four decades in broadcasting, the Senior Vice President for Connoisseur Media has announced her retirement, concluding a career that included roles at the former Alpha Media.
Sticks Media Selects Wowk For Sales Role
He's returning to State College, Pa., where he previously served as a Market Manager in two locales for Seven Mountains Media. Now, he's the Vice President of Sales for Sticks Media, a role that will see Joe Wowk oversee client partnerships and sales operations across the small radio ownership group's properties.
Blast From The Past: Ian Kranitz, 1970
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past comes from Ian Kranitz, featuring student-run WHSJ-FM in Southfield, MI. Send your Blast From The Past to Editor-in-Chief Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured.
Moody Radio Alum Takes Senior Role At KHCB
He'll lead and oversee KHCB’s technical operations, including engineering, broadcast infrastructure, and information technology systems. He brings over two decades of broadcasting and digital infrastructure experience, with expertise in satellite and IP radio systems, to his new role.
FAB Hall of Fame To Induct Caroline Beasley
The Florida Association of Broadcasters, led by Pat Roberts, has unveiled its 2026 inductees into its Hall of Fame, and this year two women who have made their mark in the Sunshine State's media world have been singled out with honors.
A Mix Engine Platform, Browser-Based Virtual Console Arrive
There’s a big spotlight coming for Wheatstone when it displays at the 2026 NAB Show, and it will focus on the heritage broadcast technology company’s VMX mixing platform, used for multiple studios, consoles, and glass surfaces.
TikTok, iHeartMedia Team Up for ‘Romantic Radio’
After launching TikTok Radio earlier this month, iHeartMedia and TikTok have partnered with Atlantic Records in one of the format’s first major initiatives: to redefine what an album launch looks like in the streaming era.
Salem Media Brings Its Network Voices to Amazon Prime Video
Salem Media has landed its personalities on Amazon Prime Video, as the conservative and Christian-focused broadcaster brings its news channel to the platform. As of Wednesday, Salem News Channel appears in Prime's Live TV section as a free, ad-supported stream.
