Radio’s Next Generation Is Closer Than You Think
(By John Shomby) When University of Texas student journalists drove 16 hours to cover their women’s basketball team in a tournament, it proved Gen Z isn’t checked out of traditional media -they’re going the extra mile to chase what they love.
Verizon Honored as 2025 Radio Marketer of the Year by RAB
The RAB has named Verizon the 2025 Radio Mercury Awards Marketer of the Year, honoring the wireless company’s continued investment in radio as a key advertising channel. The award will be presented at the June 5 ceremony at Sony Hall in New York City.
Home Improvement Quiet on Radio While Tariffs Shake Consumers
As Memorial Day nears, traditionally a prime season for home improvement retailers to blanket the airwaves, this week’s Spot Ten Radio report offers a conspicuous absence: not one home improvement brand appears among the top national radio advertisers.
Sarah Foss Exits Audacy; Tech Leadership Shifts to New CIO
Audacy is continuing to restructure its executive leadership team, marking another top-tier change as Chief Technology Officer Sarah Foss exits the company. In the meantime, a company spokesperson confirmed the hiring of a new tech leader to Radio Ink.
Mental Health Matters: Building Strong Teams With the 5 Cs
Executive coach and Beasley Media Group HR consultant Deb Barrett tells Radio Ink how leaders can build emotionally healthy teams, address burnout, and foster connection using the “5 Cs" in a continuation of our Mental Health Awareness Month series.
New Report Challenges Radio’s Reach; Urges Focus on Air Talent
A new Crowd React Media report challenges a long-standing industry narrative: radio’s reach was never 90% in most markets. While AM/FM awareness remains high, the report urges broadcasters to shift their focus from reach to more actionable listener engagement.
CMG’s Babin and Nexstar’s Compton To Co-Chair Forecast 2026
Radio Ink and Radio + Television Business Report are proud to announce that Cox Media Group Executive Vice President and Head of Radio Rob Babin and Nexstar Networks President Sean Compton will serve as co-chairs for Forecast 2026.
Are You Willing To Outwork?
(By Loyd Ford) Not too long ago I was doing coaching a sports talk talent. We were spending some time looking at Stephen A. Smith and what really separates him from other talent. What came up over and over and over again was “He outworks others.”
What Do I Say?
(By Steve Allan) Being a compelling and entertaining radio personality is one of the most difficult jobs in entertainment. Those individuals not only need to shine “in the moment” multiple times an hour/shift, but they also have more content responsibilities than ever.
The Fan Becomes New Radio Home for Indiana Fever Basketball
Indianapolis' 93.5/107.5 The Fan is now the official radio home for all Indiana Fever games during the 2025 WNBA season. The agreement between the team and Radio One includes live play-by-play of every preseason and regular season matchup at home and away.
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