The Price Is In on EMF’s Deal for 98.7 The Shark In Tampa
The sale price is in for Beasley Media Group’s deal to offload 98.7 The Shark (WPBB) to Educational Media Foundation. Notably, the figure comes in close to what the broadcaster offered for a contested station deal in St. Louis earlier this year.
Diane Sutter Named Acting CEO of Times-Shamrock
Following the retirement of Jim Loftus, Times-Shamrock Communications has announced a new leadership structure, elevating longtime board member Diane Sutter to Acting CEO and adding Chief Operating Officer duties to current Chief Financial Officer Scott Brickel.
Halfway There: The 2025 Radio Executive Midyear Roundtable
Here at the halfway mark of 2025, Radio Ink spoke with five top leaders from across the industry to share their perspectives on the most significant developments so far, how their priorities have evolved, and what they’re focused on as the second half of the year unfolds.
Carr Unveils ‘Build America’ Agenda, With ‘Delete’ As Cornerstone
Speaking in Sioux Falls, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr formally launched his Build America Agenda, and central to that is what he’s calling the largest deregulatory effort in agency history - best known to the broadcast industry as "Delete, Delete, Delete."
What Do Radio’s Most Powerful Think About New Talent?
Attracting and retaining top talent remains a pressing challenge - and opportunity - for radio. As the industry adapts to changing tech, audience behaviors, and revenue models, its future hinges on how broadcasters identify, mentor, and empower tomorrow’s leaders.
Women To Watch: Danikha Edwards
(Charese Frugé) Danikha Edwards is a radio and podcast producer and host whose work has consistently reflected her passion for storytelling and authentic connection. Today, Edwards is based in Los Angeles, where she works at SiriusXM as a Programming Producer.
Give Your Content’s Lifespan A Boost
(Randy Lane) I’m still surprised how many big-market shows, some in top 20 cities like San Diego, aren’t consistently posting their content on demand. One show hasn’t posted audio since November. That’s a missed opportunity.
After an Eventful First Half of 2025, Radio Ink Breaks for July 4
As the first half of 2025 closes, we’re looking back at one of the most consequential stretches in recent radio memory with C-Suite shakeups, FCC drama, and relentless reinvention. And the second half? It should be even bigger.
DeBella Returns to Help WMGK’s Veterans Radiothon Raise $121K
Beasley Media Group’s 102.9 WMGK wrapped its 19th Annual Veterans Radiothon on a high note, raising $121,004.36 in support of the Veterans Multi-Service Center in Philadelphia and featured the return of famed MGK personality and Radiothon founder John DeBella.
New Country 96.3 Collects 28,471 Diapers During DFW Drive
Cumulus Media's New Country 96.3 (KSCS) has completed its second annual Diaper Drive, collecting 28,471 diapers for Cook Children’s Medical Center with the support of Dallas-Fort Worth Kroger grocery stores and the station’s on-air team.
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