NBC Launches Gambling Show
NBC Sports has launched a daily radio show focused on sports gambling called "The Daily Line." The show will focus on daily sports topics from a gambling angle.
Hoax Caller Gets On The Air At WBUR
During the December 20 airing of "On Point," with food critic Soleil Ho a caller claiming to be "Dominic" from "Aspen, Colorado" made racist comments about African-American restaurant patrons.
Three In A Row For State Farm
It looks like the folks at State Farm are sold on radio, as the insurance and financial services company was the leading national advertiser...
Sports PDs Reveal How To Win At Their Position
(By Rob Dumke) Winning the hearts and minds of fans, and ultimately the market, is the challenge Sports PDs face daily. We have put together a panel of experts who understand the nuances of the format, the subtleties of how to select and motivate talent, and how to create product and content that enhances the bottom line. Here's what they had to say...
Senator Says Talk Radio Did Influence Trump
The Fairbanks Daily News-Miner is reporting that Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski absolutely believes talk radio is, in part, to blame for the shutdown of the federal government over a border wall with Mexico.
Broadcasters Foundation Needs Your Help
The Broadcasters Foundation of America lends a helping hand to broadcasters whose lives and families have been upended by unthinkable and tragic circumstances. Requests for assistance have never been higher and the Foundation is asking broadcasters to be generous.
The Greatest Gift You Can Give Your Salespeople
After so many managers took advantage of our special gift right before Christmas, we decided to offer it one more time, before the new year begins and your sellers hit the streets. If you want them to be at the top of their game, here's how.
The Digital Spend Trend Continues
During the holiday season advertising dollars dished out by retailers dropped 4% according to Standard Media Index. Online Retailers spent 21% more on advertising in October & November 2018 compared to what they spent in the prior year.
How Will Auto Sales Finish In 2018?
Forbes is reporting that this year sales could beat 2017, depending on how December finishes. Despite several challenging headwinds in 2018, sales could end up by 60,000 for one of radio's big advertisers, to 17.3 million.
FCC Still Open For Business
Despite the partial government shutdown The Federal Communications Commission has announced it has enough funding to stay open for business and pay its staff through January 2.