FCC Opens Comment Period On Radio’s Foreign Ownership Limit
As global capital plays a growing role in domestic broadcast media ownership, the FCC has officially opened the public comment window on its proposed foreign ownership rules for US broadcasters, which are currently applied and reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
National Radio Ad Leaders: Progressive Holds, Home Depot Up
The Home Depot made a strong move this week, climbing from fifth to second place in this week’s Spot Ten Radio rankings. The home improvement retailer ramps up its summer ad activity as the peak DIY season remains in full swing with Independence Day coming.
Christian, Conservative Voices Join NAB Depend on AM Campaign
The NAB is amplifying its Depend on AM campaign, bringing in some of the biggest names in Christian and Conservative Talk radio to strengthen its push to keep AM radio in the nation’s dashboards, with added backing from National Religious Broadcasters.
New Supreme Court Ruling Weakens FCC Authority Again
A Supreme Court decision with major implications for broadcasters has once again chipped away at federal agency power – this time limiting how the FCC’s legal interpretations apply in private disputes, further cementing 2024’s end of the “Chevron deference.”
Little Ways You Become The Best Marketer In Your Market
(Loyd Ford) To become more passionate about clients, a better listener, and the #1 service-oriented sales rep in your market, you'll need to focus on mindset, skill-building, and consistent value delivery. Here's an actual structured roadmap to help you do all three.
Misdirect Attention for Commercial Success
(Jeffrey Hedquist) Here’s another form of exaggeration that you can use to break writers’ block: misdirect attention by making the advertiser’s product, service, or event more urgent than another major event that your audience would think of as life-changing.
Alarcón Highlights Houston and Digital in SBS Financial Update
Spanish Broadcasting System Chairman and CEO Raúl Alarcón is emphasizing operational progress and digital growth even as the company’s financial pressures deepen in comments about the company's Q1 performance, which was released last month.
WPR Faces Staff Cuts, Syndicated Show Cancellations
Wisconsin Public Radio has notified at least 15 staff members that they will be laid off as part of a broad restructuring driven by budget shortfalls and the looming threat of federal funding cuts. The station will also end several syndicated shows.
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act Reaches House Majority Threshold
The campaign to secure AM radio’s place in the dashboard has crossed a key milestone in the US House of Representatives. With 12 new lawmakers signing on as co-sponsors late Friday, the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act has surpassed the simple majority threshold.
State Rules On Radio AI Disclosures May Soon Be Unenforceable
As Congress debates a sweeping budget reconciliation bill, a provision buried deep in the legislation could soon render many state-level AI regulations, including those directly affecting radio broadcasters, effectively unenforceable.
Our Print Magazine: Radio Ink
Lifetime Leadership Award Honoree Harvey Nagler
The $250 Question: Inflation and Contesting
