Study Shows Radio Advertising Boosts Brand Awareness by 10%
The results of a 2024 MARU/Matchbox and Claritas study show radio advertising is a brand's best friend, boosting both brand awareness and engagement. The study focused on a two-month AM/FM radio advertising campaign conducted across more than 20 markets.
Registration Opens For NAB Show 2025 With A Spotlight On Sports
The National Association of Broadcasters has opened registration for the 2025 NAB Show, scheduled for April 5-9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The tentpole event for broadcasters is set to highlight sports, AI, the creator economy, and streaming.
50th Gracie Awards Deadline Extended Due to LA Wildfires
Due to the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles County, the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has extended the submission deadline for the 50th Annual Gracie Awards to accommodate those in the impacted areas.
The FCC’s New Media Bureau Chief Moves to Revoke FM License
As Media Bureau Chief Holly Sauer steps aside ahead of the impending change of party control, the FCC has initiated proceedings to strip a Texas station’s license over unpaid regulatory fees and associated penalties after forgiving the licensee just 5 days prior.
Radio Ads Shown To Boost Branded Search Volume by Up to 40%
A new analysis of more than $400 million in audio spend spanning 30 years is underscoring how radio and podcast advertising contribute an average of 18% to branded search activity, with some brands experiencing contributions exceeding 40%.
Lost is the Competition
(By Mike McVay) Competing is one of the most enjoyable things Program Directors do. It’s about more than ratings. Striving to present better content than the stations with whom you share the most audience; that’s what drives competition.
Whose Team Are You On?
(By John Shomby) “Doing life alone usually leads to failure. Surround yourself with a team who will support you during your highs and lows.” Are you considered a bad teammate? Here are 5 areas where this happens:
CES 2025 Is Over, Now What?
(By Buzz Knight) CES 2025 has come and gone and you've gained a few blisters on your feet. Now that you're back in the office with your team, unpacking from a trip like that can be overwhelming.
BFOA To Honor Brian Lawlor With 2025 Golden Mic Award
Scripps Sports President Brian Lawlor has been named the 2025 Golden Mic Award recipient from the Broadcasters Foundation of America. The award will be presented at the Foundation’s annual black-tie fundraiser on March 10 at the Plaza Hotel in New York City.
Jacobs Media To Explore CES 2025 and AI Trends in Free Webinar
Fresh from the floor of the Las Vegas Convention Center, Jacobs Media's annual Consumer Electronics Show recap webinar returns on Tuesday, January 21 at 2p ET. "CES 2025: The AI Version" will see Fred and Paul Jacobs joined by AI Director Chris Brunt.
Super Bowl Champ Ted Johnson Joins Afternoons At WEEI
Audacy Boston's WEEI is adding three-time NFL champion Ted Johnson to afternoons as the station makes lineup changes to its weekday schedule. Johnson will team up with Andy Hart and Nick “Fitzy” Stevens for WEEI Afternoons beginning January 21.
Mike Greenberg Exits ESPN Radio As Clinton Yates Steps In
The day after Super Bowl LIX, ESPN Radio will have an all-new sound. The network is revamping its national programming lineup starting February 10, and particularly of note will be the absence of Mike Greenberg's Greeny as the host steps away from radio.
‘Bob & Sheri’ Co-Host Retiring After Decades in Radio
Bob Lacey, co-host of the Charlotte-based syndicated radio show Bob & Sheri, has announced his retirement. Lacey shared the news with listeners on Monday, saying his last day will be at the end of January.
SiriusXM Expands Golf Coverage With Live TGL Broadcasts
TGL, the new prime-time golf league led by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, is coming to the SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio channel through a partnership with the satellite broadcaster and TMRW Sports. Commentators Taylor Zarzour and John Maginnes will call the action live.
Throwback Nation Radio Expands to Canada Through Orbyt Media
Following its US success, the syndicated Throwback Nation Radio now heads into the Great White North. Orbyt Media has announced a new sales and distribution partnership offering Canadian radio stations access to the '80s and '90s hits show.
Lawsuit Over SiriusXM Podcast Transcripts Gets New Judge
The long-running lawsuit against SiriusXM over alleged violations of Americans with Disabilities Act for failing to provide podcast transcripts has a new judge. The case was reassigned to Hon. Jeannette Vargas, following her November appointment.
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