Forecast 2026 Brings Bold Conversations on Broadcast’s Future
The Harvard Club of New York City played host to an electric day of rugged optimism, as top executives from radio and television gathered for Forecast 2026 on Wednesday to discuss how not only is broadcast media still standing, but it has the cards it needs to win.
Michaels Awarded Radio Ink Lifetime Honor In NYC Ceremony
"I feel bad about accepting an award when, after all, I didn't really mean to make a career of media. This is my hobby," said Radio Ink 2025 Lifetime Leadership Award winner Randy Michaels in poignant remarks at Wednesday's ceremony at Forecast 2026 in Manhattan.
Were You Seen? Forecast 2026 Broadcast Leadership Reception
The day’s discussions gave way to evening celebration as Forecast 2026 concluded with the annual Broadcast Leadership Cocktail Reception at the Harvard Club of New York City. The exclusive, invitation-only gathering brought together the industry’s most influential.
Women To Watch: Bekah Bonner, Yavapai Broadcasting
(Charese Frugé) For Bekah Bonner, On-Air Personality for Yavapai Broadcasting in Northern Arizona, the stage has always been her home. “I’ve always loved performing,” she says. “Theater, stand-up comedy, family talent shows - you name it. I was always eager for the spotlight.”
Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
(James Bahm) The murder of Charlie Kirk introduced another generation of Americans to ideological violence. I had to explain to my young daughter that a person was shot and killed because someone didn't like what they said. She didn't understand. As a broadcaster, I don't either.
WGTS Food Drive Assists DC Area Families Affected by Shutdown
Listeners of Atlantic Gateway Communications' 91.9 WGTS donated 7,000 pounds of food during three collection events supporting local pantries impacted by the federal shutdown and reduced food benefits, as community organizations face growing assistance demand.
JVC Long Island’s Seven Station ‘Food Fight’ Fills Holiday Tables
JVC Broadcasting’s annual Food Fight Against Hunger brought together all seven Long Island radio stations to support families in need this holiday season. The two-day community event focused on collecting food and donations for residents in Brookhaven and Riverhead.
KRBE’s Kevin & Audrey Wrap A Five-Ton Turkey Tour for Houston
104.1 KRBE hosts Kevin & Audrey completed their third annual Turkey Tour on November 5. The five-day collection from the Cumulus Media station gathered more than 10,000 pounds of food for Houston-area food banks.
Gen Z Wants Honest News, And Radio’s Reporting Fits the Bill
A new study paints a stark picture of how America’s youngest media consumers view news, but for radio broadcasters, the findings point to a generational opportunity: teens aren’t rejecting journalism itself; they’re rejecting how it’s delivered.
Welcome to Forecast 2026
This morning, for the 23rd year, decision-makers from Midtown Manhattan to Main Street, USA, are joining together in a commitment to the future of the radio industry, as we stand on the precipice of a new era of deregulation and redefinition.
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