BIA and MFM Launch Content Alliance for Broadcasters
BIA Advisory Services, known across the broadcast media industry for its local ad revenue forecasts and its media valuation and appraisal services, has forged a new strategic partnership with the Media Financial Management Association.
End of the Line: CPB Sends Final Federal Payments to Local Radio
Ahead of the organization's closing days, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting has announced it will make one final distribution in Community Service Grants to eligible public radio and television stations, as federal support for local public media ends.
Gomez and Trusty Aides Hear NAB’s Case to Scrap Caps
With the FCC poised to revisit the 2022 Quadrennial Review, the NAB is pushing full force for the elimination of local radio ownership limits, meeting with advisors to Commissioners Anna Gomez and Olivia Trusty days ahead of the Commission's next open meeting.
Judge Orders iHeart’s TTWN to Pay $50M After Helicopter Crash
A North Carolina Superior Court judge has ordered Total Traffic & Weather Network to pay $50 million to the family of a Charlotte meteorologist killed in a 2022 helicopter crash alongside pilot Chip Tayag. TTWN has been owned by iHeartMedia since 2017.
New 8-Year Sunset Sparks Backlash As AM Radio Bill Advances
The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act has moved closer to a House floor vote after the Energy & Commerce Committee passed it, 50–1. But an amendment shortening the mandate to eight years drew strong and immediate reactions from both supporters and opponents.
Growing A Great Salesperson Attitude
(Loyd Ford) You hear people talk about having a great attitude all the time, but what does it mean? I mean, can you put it in actual words? It turns out you can. In fact, there are things that make a great salesperson attitude and things that… don’t.
The Longest Break
(Steve Allan) No current or former PD can listen to the #1 station in any market and not pick it apart. Given that my role is now one of data analyst, I try to avoid any kind of consultant-style critiques. Then, I went on a road trip.
MIW, NABLF Seek LAUNCH Mentee for Women In Radio Tech
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio and the NAB Leadership Foundation have extended the application period for the 2025 LAUNCH Mentorship Program. The window now closes September 29, after being extended from its initial run through the 18th.
Ocean State Media Buyouts Plug Rescission Hole; End Layoff Plan
Rhode Island’s newly merged public radio and television organization, Ocean State Media, will not pursue layoffs after enough employees accepted voluntary buyouts to cover a $1.1 million budget shortfall created by Congress’s decision to eliminate federal support.
Tampa Bay Lightning Extend Bone Broadcast Deal With CMG
Cox Media Group and The Tampa Bay Lightning announced a multi-year contract extension, keeping 102.5 The Bone (WHPT) as the team’s official flagship station. The deal ensures fans continue to hear the familiar broadcast team and expanded coverage throughout Florida.
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