Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: The Big, Cheap Dump Pt. 2
(Paige Nienaber) If you have spent any time in the last week perusing the landscape, you would note that Back To School is in full effect, as the kids like to say. But remember: Remember: if everyone is doing something, then you need to do it differently.
Is Radio Missing The Point With ‘Local’?
(Josh Brown) There’s a popular belief floating around the radio industry: “If we just make our stations sound more local, young people will come back.” It sounds smart. Feels right. But it’s missing the mark.
FCC Chair Faces Ethics Complaint Over ‘Egregious Misconduct’
A press watchdog group is calling for the disbarment of FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, alleging he abused his authority in response to media criticism of President Donald Trump, following Recent FCC actions that have drawn criticism from Democrats.
New York City Marathon Stays on 710 WOR Under iHeart Deal
iHeartMedia New York and New York Road Runners have expanded their radio broadcast partnership through 2027, building on the momentum from last year’s debut coverage of the TCS New York City Marathon on 710 WOR.
Doechii, Gaga, and Genre-Benders Define In-Car Listening in Q2
Xperi’s DTS AutoStage In-Car Listening Report for Q2 2025 reveals a global in-car music experience defined by genre fusion and staying power as long-running hits continue to dominate, drawing from what was playing in 11 million vehicles around the world.
TODAY: McVay & Allan Unpack Latest Nielsen 3-Minute Data
The new Nielsen 3-Minute Qualifier numbers are in - are radio's rules really being rewritten? Join us for "Three Minutes Later: The Ratings Are In," a special edition of Radio Ink's Radio Masters Sales Series this afternoon, August 5, at 3 PM ET.
The Fear of New and Different
(Mike McVay) From ESPN’s Manningcast to the MLB All-Star Game, other media are testing bold ideas. So why isn’t radio? Why do we all too often let fear kill creativity before it starts?
Lessons From A ‘Double Bagel’
(John Shomby) Several weeks back, the US had its first woman in the Wimbledon Tennis Finals in 6 years – Amanda Anisimova. Unfortunately, this is how I learned of the phrase “double bagel” - when one opponent prevents another from scoring any points at all.
FCC’s Full FM Booster Geotargeting Rules Now in Effect
The FCC’s Media Bureau has confirmed that all new and modified rules enabling FM and LPFM stations to originate geographically-specific programming via booster stations are fully in operation, completing a saga that initially began in 2021.
Sun Radio Shines for Central Texas Flood Recovery
Austin's Sun Radio wrapped its third annual radiothon, raising more than $20,000 while expanding the eleven-station network's philanthropic efforts in a special bid to support flood relief and recovery efforts across the Texas Hill Country.
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