Is Your Public File Up To Date?
This story will have many managers across the country firing up their computers to make sure their online public file is current. The FCC is investigating Entercom after a complaint was filed against the company's Buffalo cluster claiming a Congressional candidate was overcharged in 2018.
iHeart Covers The Braves In The Carolinas
Greenville, SC’s Fox Sports 1440 and ESPN Asheville have signed a broadcast agreement with the Atlanta Braves, and will be the official Atlanta Braves Radio Network affiliates in Greenville, SC, and Asheville, NC.
Who Are The Most Influential Women In Radio?
Since 1999, Radio Ink's Most Influential Women in Radio list has highlighted great talent at every single position in radio. It's time to recognize this awesome group again. Submit your nomination for the 2019 Most Influential Women in Radio list HERE. Your deadline to nominate is Friday, April 5.
Station Equipment Stolen
WAMO-FM in Pittsburgh was burglarized Monday. According to GM Jamal Woodson, over $10,000 worth of equipment was taken. The station posted a surveillance video on Facebook which shows a man wandering around the station, to make sure nobody's there, before he walks off with computers, speakers, microphones and other equipment.
How To Find High-Performing Sellers – Part 3
Next up in our series with successful sales managers is Greg Davis Jr., VP/Atlanta MM for Davis Broadcasting. Based in Columbus, GA, this family-owned group, with more than 30 years in the industry, has six stations in Columbus and another six in Atlanta.
Entercom Rebrands NASH Country In New York
WNSH-FM is now New York’s Country 94-7. Entercom made the branding change from NASH-FM, Monday. The company picked up the station in a swap with Cumulus in February.
Still Struggling About What To Do With CBD?
Radio Ink covered the topic back on March 14 with Frank Montero's help. Broadcast Attorney David Oxenford says that recently he's gotten more questions about advertising for CBD products than any other topic. He says whether or not you should take CBD advertising is confusing and he tries to calm your anxiety about the issue in his latest blog posting.
Big Movers Can’t Budge GEICO
Samsung Galaxy Smartphones has jumped from seventh to second on Media Monitors weekly chart of radio’s leading advertisers. But GEICO held firm at top spot.
vCreative’s vPromotion’s Integrates With Aptivada
The two companies say the integration of vPromotions into Aptivada will streamline online contests and promotions. The integration utilizes API technology to synchronize rules, winner information and other data to allow fast and efficient set up, execution and fulfillment of all web contesting.
Nebraska Broadcasters Answer The Call
The devastating flooding in Nebraska and southwest Iowa fired the Nebraska Broadcasters Association into action with the statewide #NebraskaStrong Drive for Flood Relief, led by NBA member radio and TV stations on Friday, March 22. The result was $441,919 in donations.
Dr. Peterson Joins Westwood One Podcast Network
Westwood One has added best-selling author, psychologist, professor, and lecturer Dr. Jordan B. Peterson to the Westwood One Podcast Network. Joined by his daughter as co-host, the show attempts to "break down the dichotomy of life and explains how individuals and culture are shaped by values, music, religion, and beyond."
Faris Talks Divorce
The actor joins Laura Wasser on her PodcastOne show Divorce Sucks! to discuss life before and after her divorce from actor Chris Pratt.
Morris To Lead Hubbard’s Podcasting Charge
The company has named Wheeler Morris to the position of Manager of Corporate Podcasting Strategy, signaling the company’s doubling down in the booming podcasting space.
New Addition To Free Beer And Hot Wings
The nationally syndicated Free Beer and Hot Wings Show has added Kelly Cheesborough to the lineup as co-host and Producer, beginning April 1.
On-Air Personality “Goes Ninja”
He goes by Scotty K and he’s going to be competing in Season 11 of NBC’s sports entertainment competition show American Ninja Warrior. He will travel to Oklahoma City to compete in the City Qualifiers on April 12-13.
New DOS For Hubbard Seattle
Michael Fashana is the man who has won the job in a market where Hubbard operates five stations: KQMV 92.5 FM (MOViN 92.5), KNUC 98.9 FM (The Bull), KRWM 106.9 FM (WARM 106.9), KIXI 880 AM, and KKNW 1150 AM.
iHeartMedia Enters Into Livestreaming Agreement
It's a multi-year deal with digital media company LiveXLive Media that combines content, production, distribution, and promotion. The partnership gives LiveXLive exclusive global live-streaming rights for 17 iHeartRadio marquee events this year
Univision, Napster Announce Partnership
Yes, Napster is still around after all these years. Univision's Uforia and Napster have signed a new partnership in which the new Uforia app will be powered by Napster.
Our Print Magazine: Radio Ink
February 25, 2019
Cover Story: NABEF VP Michelle Duke
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Radio's Future African American Leaders
