Sports Radio Wins Advertiser Impact Across Every Major League
Much has been said lately of radio as the most effective way to reach the most devoted football fans. Now a new report is sharing how that advantage extends across all major US sports, with AM/FM consistently delivering the most attentive audiences for advertisers.
Catch Up With Radio’s 30 and Under Superstars: Andrew Botwinik
From sales to management, Andrew Botwinik's rise at Walnut Media exemplifies the drive behind today's young talent. Radio Ink sits down with the 2024 30 & Under Superstar honoree to talk success, drive, and the keys to growth.
What Radio Can Teach Podcasters About Growth and Gratitude
(Buzz Knight) Radio Ink's Deborah Parenti invited me to discuss podcasting, content creation, and audience growth at NAB Show New York. It's striking how these topics connect to lessons from my radio programming days. Let's break down some key insights.
As Media Trust Plummets, Personalities Are Your Lifeline
(Randy Lane) Public trust in “the media,” radio, TV, and newspapers has hit another low. But here’s the twist, and it’s a big one. While “the media” ranks near the bottom in trust, individual news anchors scored dramatically higher.
Mid-West Family Wants The Win With ‘The Won’ In Springfield
Mid-West Family Broadcasting has kicked off 102.1 The Won (KOSP), a new full-power sports radio station in Springfield, MO. The Won takes over the FM frequency previously occupied by Q102, which has now moved to Q92.9 (KQRA), with an appropriate rebrand.
iHeartMedia Opens BIN to Outside Affiliates Starting November 1
iHeartMedia is expanding access to its BIN: Black Information Network through a new syndication initiative launching November 1, allowing stations outside the company's portfolio to carry the 24/7 format for the first time via iHeart's Premiere Networks division.
Blast From The Past: Mike O’Brian, KLUC
Happy Friday! This week’s Blast From The Past comes from Mike O'Brien at KLUC in fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada in 1980. Send your Blast From The Past to Editor-in-Chief Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured.
iHeart: Americans Are ‘Digitally Sick’ and Radio Could Be A Cure
In an era of infinite scroll and synthetic content, Americans are feeling digitally sick and looking for something real. A new nationwide study from iHeartMedia suggests the antidote may be as analog as it gets: the human voices and live connection of broadcast radio.
Kim Komando to Host 2025 Radio Hall of Fame Induction
The Museum of Broadcast Communications announces Kim Komando as Master of Ceremonies for the 2025 Radio Hall of Fame induction. Komando was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 2021.
Federal Court Rejects SiriusXM Bid To Dismiss Hidden Fee Case
SiriusXM’s pricing practices are facing fresh scrutiny after a federal judge refused to throw out a class action accusing the broadcaster of hiding a 21.4% “US Music Royalty Fee” from subscribers, keeping the company on the hook for alleged deceptive pricing.
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