LeGeyt Unveils NAB’s Congressional Game Plan At Town Hall
NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt outlined the broadcasting industry's legislative agenda for the 119th Congress during a town hall at NAB Show 2025, while also announcing the launch of a new website designed to support broadcaster advocacy efforts.
NAB Show Opens With Focus on Local Radio Strength and Growth
The 2025 NAB Show opened with an acute emphasis on the strength of local broadcasters as main street radio leaders gathered for the Small and Medium Market Radio Forum in Las Vegas, with an opening address from NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt.
Local Radio Holds Top 5 Spot in $171B US Ad Market, Says BIA
Local radio continues to hold its place as the fifth-largest advertising medium in the $171 billion local ad marketplace. BIA Advisory Services' new forecast projects total local radio advertising revenue, including over-the-air and digital dollars, to hit $12.3 billion in 2025.
Countdown to NAB Show 2025: Benztown’s Dave ‘Chachi’ Denes
Ahead of NAB Show 2025, Radio Ink caught up with Benztown President Dave “Chachi” Denes to talk AI in production, tech trends to watch on the show floor, and how this year’s event is setting the stage for radio’s future.
Urban One Abandons Casino Dreams, Has Hopes For iGaming
Urban One has been silent on its casino aspirations since November 2023, when its referendum for a Richmond, VA, development was voted down again. Now, CEO Alfred Liggins confirms the broadcaster has backed away from brick-and-mortar casino development.
Countdown to NAB Show 2025: BEA’s Heather Birks
As BEA returns to Las Vegas for its 2025 Conference, Radio Ink spoke with Executive Director Heather Birks about the evolving student talent pipeline, new industry partnerships, and how the LABF collaboration strengthens ties between broadcasting’s history and its future.
DC Meetings Deliver Results for Radio, AM, and Ownership Rules
Efforts by local radio to advocate for the industry's future in DC are showing more results, as more members of Congress sign on to pro-radio legislation. Wyoming Association of Broadcasters President Laura Grott told Radio Ink about her team's experience.
Radio’s Reach Remains Strong as Digital Audio & Podcasts Grow
Edison Research has revealed results of the Infinite Dial 2025 and while podcasting was the report's shiny star, AM/FM radio continued its consistent - and ubiquitous - performance as streaming and digital audio usage is ingrained into daily life.
Christian Broadcasters Call on Lawmakers to Protect AM Radio
As the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act continues to garner widespread support, the CEO of the largest Catholic radio network in the United States is urging congressional leaders to recognize the essential role of AM radio in both public safety and religious broadcasting.
FCC Officially Opens Door to Mass Broadcast Deregulation
As previewed by Commissioner Nathan Simington at the NAB State Leadership Conference, the FCC is opening the floodgates to mass deregulation of the broadcasting industry under the mantra of "Delete, Delete, Delete."
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