Home Telecom Act: 20 Years Later
Telecom Act: 20 Years Later
GeoBroadcast Solutions Becomes Aktira, Courts Radio Groups
A new name is going up over one of radio's more closely watched technologies. GeoBroadcast Solutions is rebranding as Aktira, folding MaxxCasting, ZoneCasting, and Lazer under a single company built to sell geo-targeted FM inventory to broadcast groups.
Program Director
Philadelphia, PA - WPEN-FM, 97.5 Philadelphia’s sports station is searching for its next superstar Program Director. This PD will oversee all on-air elements with...
Clay Travis, WFAN’s Carton Join Sports Lineup At NAB Show NY
Business strategy takes center stage at NAB Show New York this fall, with a program that follows the money through consolidation, sports investment, creator-led companies, and AI, putting broadcast and streaming leaders in the same rooms as their investors.
Congressman: To Finish the Job On AM Act, ‘Pick Up The Phone’
"Everybody should pick up the phone and call their United States senator and tell them how important it is to have this," said Congressman Jeff Crank (R-CO), urging broadcasters and listeners to keep pressure on lawmakers about the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.
Deadline Day: FCC Fiscal Year Fees Due By Midnight
FCC regulatory fees for broadcasters are due today, capping a fee increase that ends two years of relief for AM and FM stations. Payments must be received by 11:59p ET through the Commission's CORES system. Submissions even one day late trigger a 25% penalty.
Radio Can Learn From The Green Monster
(Josh Brown) What should the commercial say? Is the call to action strong enough? Should we mention the phone number twice? Should the client use humor? Those are all legitimate questions. But I think there’s an even bigger question that we sometimes skip entirely.
What Do You Take With You?
(Kathleen Fink) A few weeks ago, I asked "What are you known for?" The response surprised me. People reached out, shared the article, sent notes, and started conversations about their own careers. I realized another question sat right behind the first:
‘Ashley & Brad Show’ Unlocks Affiliate Sales With Key Networks
Key Networks is taking on a bigger role with The Ashley & Brad Show. The company will now handle affiliate sales support alongside its renewed network sales partnership with the syndicated morning show, helping introduce the program to new stations.
AWM Names Talbott Among 2026 Gracies Leadership Honorees
Julie Talbott is adding another honor to her career. The Premiere Networks President will be recognized at the 2026 Gracies Leadership Awards, joining five other media leaders at a November 16 luncheon hosted by the Alliance for Women in Media in New York City.
Smartphones Overtake Radio As Gen Z’s Top In-Car Audio Device
For the first time in Share of Ear's history, the smartphone has taken the wheel over AM/FM inside the car, at least among the youngest listeners. New Edison Research data shows Americans 13 to 34 now spend more in-car time on a mobile device than a radio receiver.
