Real Answers About George Floyd’s Death
For some perspective on the tragic death of George Floyd, and the protests that followed, we turned to several of Radio Ink's 2020 Future African American Leaders in Radio. We also asked them what they believe radio's role moving forward should be.
Starting The Conversation
(By Deborah Parenti) Just when we thought 2020 couldn’t get worse, it did with the horrific crime committed against George Floyd on Memorial Day. In reflecting on that, it is a natural inclination to expand one’s thoughts to what has happened throughout the country since that day.
Rush Interviews The Breakfast Club
Two massively successful radio shows, with hosts that probably agree on very little politically, got together for a national discussion about race relations Sunday.
Smith Wants Violence Against Reporters To Stop
Another aspect to the George Floyd protests around the country are acts of violence against journalists. NAB CEO Gordon Smith says he's gravely concerned about what's happening to those that are attempting to cover the story. Here's Smith's full statement...
Bonneville Suspends Afternoon Host
Grant Napear is sidelined from his Sacramento radio show on KHTK-AM for a comment he posted to Twitter after former player DeMarcus Cousins asked Napear what he thought of the “Black Lives Matter” movement.
Field Praises News Stations
In a staff memo shared with Radio Ink Monday Entercom CEO David Field commented on the violence taking place around the country following the death of George Floyd and praised his team for the work they are doing covering the story.
MPR To Focus On Community Healing
In the aftermath of George Floyd's death while being detained by police in Minneapolis; Minnesota Public Radio is presenting a Call To Mind virtual town hall meeting on Wednesday, June 3. The Zoom event will focus on how the racial and cultural trauma affects people.
“New Normal” Toolbox
The team at Research Director has put together some information to help stations move forward from COVID. The free download is a recovery "toolbox" of ideas and information to help boost sluggish revenue streams.
What Is Your Role?
The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation, Gracie Interview Series will focus this week on the role of on-air talent during these challenging times. Mike McVay, President of McVay Media will host the virtual discussion Thursday June 4, with syndicated host, Elaina Smith.
Feeding The Community Campaign
Radio One and Reach Media have launched We Are One: Feeding the Community Campaign. The campaign is running on 53 stations in 15 markets across the nation.
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