Radio….The 800 Pound Gorilla of Audio.
(By Andrew Curran) If radio ever wanted to field a nationwide research project to test the relationship between listening and employment, COVID-19 has provided that opportunity.
Walden Wants More Ownership Diversity
Energy and Commerce Committee Republican Leader Greg Walden from Oregon, a former radio broadcaster, has introduced a bill to promote diversity among the broadcast industry.
Entercom Announces Diversity Action Plan
This Summer Entercom launched a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Task Force, which CEO David Field says has been working on an action plan. The goal was to build a more diverse organization, a culture of inclusion and respect, and help foster a more equitable and inclusive nation.
Louisiana Hold Tight. Here Come The Trucks
The iHeartMedia Panama City cluster announced that “850 Strong Love for Louisiana,” a supply drive to benefit victims of Hurricane Laura, collected enough items to fill two semi-truck trailers. The drive was held this week at a local Super Walmart.
ABC Signs 41 Cumulus Stations For News
WLS-AM in Chicago and KGO-AM in San Francisco are among the roster of 29 Cumulus news stations that will now carry ABC News following the closure of Westwood One's news department. 12 Cumulus-owned sports and music stations that will also take ABC's hourly newscasts.
WEBR-AM Buffalo Facing Lawsuit
Recently re-branded WEBR-AM is being sued by a former part-owner. Jeffrey Lazroe is asking for at least $200,000 in the complaint filed August 31 in Eric County Supreme Court.
Radio Helping Homeless Vets
Radio stations across the nation are joining the effort started by Veterans Matter-National Homeless Veterans Housing Program. From Cardboard to Headboard (#Cardboard2Headboard) has a goal of housing at least 2,000 more homeless veterans.
iHeart’s BIN Adds Four New Markets
iHeartMedia's recently launched 24/7 Black Information Network will now be available in Baltimore, Montgomery, Philadelphia and Washington D.C.
What’s At Stake For Hispanic Radio in This Election?
The stakes couldn’t be higher or the battle more intense or divisive. And the potential revenue windfall couldn’t be greater. It’s the countdown to the 2020 election, and the ad stakes for radio and all media are high.
Two Long-Time Radio Leaders Launch Music Network
Clear Media Network has launched a new 24/7 Music Format Radio Network aimed at helping independent operators. Clear Media is run by veteran broadcasters Mark McCray and Gary Spurgeon. The network is offering three formats: Adult Contemporary, Country and Adult R&B.
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