Rush Limbaugh Leaves a Mighty Void
(By Andy Bloom) Just after noon Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021, alerts and texts sent my phone, and probably yours, buzzing when Rush Limbaugh's wife, Kathryn, opened the show by informing his devoted audience that Rush lost his battle with lung cancer that morning.
Former KMOXer Pleads Guilty
This story started back in 2019 when then 77-year old Harry Hamm was arrested on charges of possession of child pornography. The long-time KMOX-AM broadcaster plead not guilty back then. This week, he pleaded guilty.
Coleman Music SuperStudy
Coleman Insights is conducting its third annual Contemporary Music SuperStudy. The findings will be shared at the inaugural All Access Audio Summit in April.
iHeart Buys Triton Digital
iHeartMedia has announced it is purchasing Triton Digital. The agreement is with The E.W. Scripps Company to acquire Triton. The price tag: for $230 million.
New Audio Series To Promote Diversity
It's called More Than That, hosted by Gia Peppers. According to Jim Winston at NABOB, this nine-part audio series will air exclusively on the Spotset NABOB Radio Network, Urban One, and American Urban Radio Networks.
IBA Announces National Cash Contest
The Independent Broadcasters Association has announced a National Cash Contest for IBA Member stations. All current IBA members can participate in the contest for $250. Stations not currently IBA members may participate if they join before February 28.
Progressive Hits The Top
Progressive has taken over number one on the Media Monitors national spot chart. The insurance giant moved up from third last week with 55,874 spots aired.
Morgan Wallen Ban? Who Knew?
According to a new study from P1 Media Group, a majority of Country Radio listeners are unaware that there's a ban on Morgan Wallen’s music and they are split on Radio’s airplay ban.
12 Strategies to Grow Your Ratings
(By Gary Berkowitz) One of the most exciting parts of my job is to work all over the US in many different markets. Today’s I will share the important points that come up most often in market after market.
Former Radio Employee Awarded Big Payout
A federal judge has awarded nearly $500,000 to an ex-WUFO PD who said the station fired him after his boss told him he was not "godlike." The Buffalo News reports that Robert Frank sued WUFO Radio, alleging unlawful discrimination on the basis of religion and gender.
Our Print Magazine: Radio Ink
Lifetime Leadership Award Honoree Harvey Nagler
The $250 Question: Inflation and Contesting
