How WABC’s Chad Lopez Magnetizes College Kids To AM Radio
Walk through WABC-AM in New York on any given day and you'll see studios, conference rooms, and halls packed with young talent. How does an AM News/Talk station accomplish this today? Radio Ink sat down with WABC President Chad Lopez to find out.
Raúl Alarcón Jr. To Retake The Role Of President At SBS
It's been two months since former Spanish Broadcasting System President and COO Albert Rodriguez announced his resignation from the company. Now the SBS Board of Directors has voted for CEO Raúl Alarcón Jr. to add and resume the duties of President.
Anderson: 2024’s Radio Talent Must Serve Multi-Dimensions
Certainty and security have always been relatively scarce elements for radio personalities, but with economic trouble forcing consolidation across every level of the industry and the rise of artificial intelligence, what are the best ways for air talent to survive and thrive?
NJ Congressman Wants New Warning For EVs Without AM Radio
As the AM For Every Vehicle Act moves toward a Senate vote, New Jersey Congressman Josh Gottheimer wants to initiate an additional measure to safeguard AM radio's availability in electric vehicles: a warning label emphasizing the band's critical role in public safety.
Audacy Extends Its Involvement In Communities and Mental Health
Audacy is enhancing its public affairs programming by expanding two key initiatives across its more than 200 stations and digital portfolio. The expansion involves the company's I'm Listening series for mental health and its Audacy Conversations news series.
NPR Chooses Former Wikimedia Head Katherine Maher As CEO
NPR's Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Katherine Maher as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. Maher previously led the Wikimedia Foundation, where she doubled fundraising income, and established an endowment for Wikipedia.
AM/FM Radio’s Three Gifts To Advertisers: Growth, Trust, and ROI
In an advertising landscape where every percentage point in market share and brand trust can hold millions, radio remains an elite performer. From enhancing mental availability to augmenting pricing power, a new study underscores AM/FM's potent return on investment.
GMR Sues VT Broadcaster Over Possible Millions In Royalties
Performing rights organization Global Music Rights has filed a lawsuit against the owner of seven radio stations in Vermont and New Hampshire. Under the maximum penalty allowed per infringement, Vermont Broadcast Associates could end up owing nearly $10 million.
FCC Slaps Townsquare Media With Massive Political Fine In Idaho
Political file failures from two Idaho stations will cost Townsquare Media half a million dollars after a ruling from the FCC Media Bureau. Violations involved GOP-paid programming on AM signals in Twin Falls and Boise.
FCC Sends Clear Message In Cumulus EEO Fines, NAB Dismissal
The Federal Communication Commission has rejected calls for post-bankruptcy mercy from Cumulus and the NAB over Equal Employment Opportunity violations at five Georgia radio stations formerly owned by the broadcaster, sending a firm message to broadcasters.
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