Trump Names Olivia Trusty as FCC Commissioner Nominee
Ahead of his inauguration on Monday, President-elect Donald Trump has announced Olivia Trusty as his nominee for Commissioner of the Federal Communications Commission to replace the seat soon to be vacated by Democratic Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.
FLR Toy Drive Collects 13,000 Gifts for Kids Nationwide in 2024
Family Life Radio has reported the results of its 2024 Toy Drive, ultimately gathering more than 13,000 gifts for over 2,500 children across the US. The Toy Drive, supported by FLR’s listeners and partners, collaborated with eight local nonprofits to distribute the gifts.
Read the Coaching Playbook of Country Radio’s Top PDs
What does it take to effectively coach and develop on-air talent in radio today? The answers vary, but the best Program Directors agree on a few key principles. Here's how the top Program Directors in Country radio lead their teams.
Radio Ink @ CES 2025: Welcome to the ‘Year of Now’
(By Dara Kalvort) Attending CES 2025 was a whirlwind experience. As someone deeply invested in digital transformation and AI in radio and beyond, I was inspired by how rapidly technology is redefining industries - and how critical it is to embrace these changes.
When Crisis Strikes, Your Station Needs A ‘Red Binder’
(By Valerie Geller) Among the news chapters in the new edition of my book, Beyond Powerful Radio, you'll find "In Case Of Emergency." In that chapter, Jerry Bell laid out his plan for your station's "red binder” should the worst happen.
Blast From The Past: Kevin McGuire; Buffalo, 1974
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past comes from Kevin McGuire's days at a radio station piped through cable TV. Send your Blast From The Past to our Online Editor Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured.
Edison: 1 in 3 Podcast Listeners Also Used Radio For Election Talk
Even following "The Podcast Election," radio remains an enduring source of political information and discourse. According to Edison Research, 30% of weekly podcast listeners aged 18 and older recalled hearing discussions about the 2024 elections on AM/FM.
Kimmel Applauds Local Radio for Informing LA During Wildfires
In the first episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! to air after the Los Angeles wildfires disrupted production, Kimmel opened with a heartfelt monologue that singled out local radio and news outlets for their essential contributions to keeping the public informed and connected.
NAB Urges OMB Rejection of Foreign Sponsorship Rule Change
"The legal errors of the FCC’s reversal of course are manifold and manifest," says the NAB in new comments to the Office of Management and Budget, opposing the FCC’s expansion of foreign sponsorship identification requirements.
Rosenworcel Highlights Pirate Radio Enforcement in FCC Farewell
As Jessica Rosenworcel prepares to step down as FCC Chairwoman, she used her final Open Meeting to look back on her accomplishments in the past four years - including her "record-breaking" enforcement monetary actions, many of which were tied to pirate radio.
Joyce Wirthlin Made Market President Role for iHeart Salt Lake City
iHeartMedia has announced Joyce Wirthlin as the new Market President for its Salt Lake City cluster, overseeing six stations. Her promotion comes after almost four years as Senior Vice President of Sales for the cluster. She succeeds Judy Copier.
Cousin Brucie Signs Syndication Deal With Red Apple
Red Apple Music Networks, the music radio arm of Red Apple Audio Networks, has expanded its national syndication with Cousin Brucie’s Rock & Roll Party, hosted by legendary radio personality Bruce “Cousin Brucie” Morrow.
Orchard To Publish Psychological Radio Thriller ‘Dead Air’ in March
Longtime broadcaster and consultant Kelly Orchard is set to debut her latest work - a psychological thriller that delves into the chaos of a massive radio takeover. Her novel, Dead Air: The Day the Music Died, will be released in March.
Over-the-Air Radio Names Ruled US Podcasting In December
Thanks to a strong showing from Audacy, traditional radio brands carried the end of 2024 in the podcast sphere according to Triton Digital. The December US Podcast Ranker had iHeartMedia, NPR, and the aforementioned broadcaster take top sales network honors.
‘LIVELINE’ Switches Syndication to United Stations Radio Networks
United Stations Radio Networks will now represent LIVELINE, hosted by Mason Kelter and created by John Garabedian. Syndication efforts for the live Top 40 and Hot AC night show will be led by USRN and Gemini XIII VP of Entertainment & Special Projects Scott Meyers.
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.
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