Advertisers Cite Measurement, Not Cost, as Top Audio Obstacle
More than half of advertisers say the biggest barrier to spending more on digital audio isn’t cost or creative, it’s proving the return. The reason why reveals more about the state of modern ad measurement than it does about audio’s actual performance.
Ag Broadcasters Invited to NAFB’s 2026 Washington Watch Fly-In
As agricultural-focused broadcasters prepare for another year of fast-moving agricultural policy debates in Congress and the US Department of Agriculture, the National Association of Farm Broadcasting has opened registration for its 2026 Washington Watch event.
Westwood One Sports Debuts Sonic Signature with TM Studios
Westwood One Sports has a new sound. The 24/7 National Sports Network has partnered with TM Studios on a new sonic identity under its recently consolidated brand, anchored by a four-note signature designed to unify syndicated talk and play-by-play programming.
Classical California Merges All Stations Under One Brand
Classical California has unified its statewide brand, bringing KUSC in Los Angeles, KDFC in San Francisco, and nine additional stations under the Classical California name across broadcast platforms, as well as websites, social channels, and streaming offerings.
Audacy Adds WGR Sports Radio to FM in Buffalo and Rochester
Audacy is continuing its initiative to bring its biggest AM sports stations to the FM band, with Buffalo's WGR Sports Radio getting simulcast signals on 104.7 FM in Buffalo and 107.7 FM in Rochester, expanding full coverage to the latter market for the first time.
How Christian Radio’s Top Talent Build Real Listener Connection
Authenticity in communication often shifts with experience. What begins as performance and polish evolves into service, honesty, and intention. The strongest connections form when communicators focus less on image and more on presence, truth, and the value listeners take with them.
$37,000 in FCC Fees Puts Seven Michigan Licenses in Jeopardy
More than 15 years of ownership on the line for broadcast veterans Bill Curtis and Tim Sabean as the FCC has moved to revoke the licenses of their seven Michigan radio stations, citing more than $37,000 in unpaid regulatory fees spanning four fiscal years.
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Who’s Country Radio For? CRS Breakfast To Take Up the Question
CRS 2026 heads back to Nashville next month, bringing with it the return of the Y'all Means All Breakfast and Programming Happy Hour on the Wednesday schedule, as the conversation around who Country music is for takes center stage at the Omni Nashville.
BEA Honors College Radio Excellence With 2026 Festival Awards
The Broadcast Education Association has announced the 2026 Best of Festival Award winners, selected from a pool of 2,250 entries representing more than 300 colleges and universities. Recipients will be honored in Las Vegas as part of BEA’s annual convention.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: What An April Fool Believes
(Paige Nienaber) I’m an unrepentant lover of Bill Murray movies, and in What About Bob? he offered this wisdom: “There are two types of people in this world: Those who like Neil Diamond, and those who don't.
Lotus Broadens Larry Mac’s Role Across Tucson Portfolio
Lotus Communications has promoted Larry Mac to Director of Operations & Programming, expanding his oversight across both the company's Spanish-language and general market station portfolios in Southern Arizona after more than 19 years with the company.
Industry, Listeners Asked to Submit 2026 Radio Hall of Fame Picks
The Radio Hall of Fame Nominating Committee has opened the submission window for its 2026 induction class, inviting industry professionals and listeners to submit suggestions as the selection process begins ahead of this year’s industry-wide vote.
Las Vegas Morning Host Shawn Tempesta Announces KKLZ Exit
Shawn Tempesta is out at Las Vegas’ 96.3 KKLZ, just months after being moved to the station’s morning lineup. Tempesta joined KKLZ in November following Beasley Media Group’s decision to split Aimee + Shawn, the duo he co-hosted on 102.7 KVGS.
Apple Podcasts to Support Video Shows in Major Update
As YouTube continues its run as the leading podcast platform, Apple Podcasts will introduce advanced video podcast capabilities this spring, expanding beyond audio into HLS-powered streaming that allows creators to distribute, monetize, and dynamically insert video ads.
SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Returns to Daytona for Race Week
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season begins this week, and SiriusXM will carry live coverage of the 68th running of the Daytona 500 on February 15, along with race broadcasts and daily programming from Speedweek at Daytona International Speedway.
DAX US, Learfield Partner on Live College Sports Audio
Global’s DAX US has reached an agreement with Learfield to support live college sports digital audio streams, expanding advertiser access to real-time play-by-play inventory across collegiate athletics, beginning with college basketball postseason coverage.
