New York Public Radio Cuts 7% of Staff After September Layoffs
New York Public Radio has announced another round of layoffs, cutting 21 full-time positions and seven open roles as part of ongoing efforts to stabilize its finances. The layoffs mark NYPR’s fourth round of staff reductions in as many years.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: The Superlative Dump
(By Paige Nienaber) We are in a battle of messaging and are constantly finding ways to tweak what we send and say so that maybe, hopefully, get it to cut through. Today I introduce you to the Promotional Prefixes of “World’s Largest” and “World’s First.”
After Facing Extinction, KEWU Gets A Kool New Future In Spokane
The Oldies Preservation Society has reached an agreement to acquire Eastern Washington University’s non-commercial jazz station, 89.5 KEWU, for $510,000. The deal will extend the KOOL Oldies format, currently heard on KOOL 107.1, to the Spokane signal.
Mitchell Media Radiothon Helps Local Students Pay for College
Mitchell Media Group’s 22nd annual Radiothon raised over $50,000 for the Mitchell Community Scholarship Fund. The event remains a primary fundraiser, ensuring graduating seniors from Mitchell High School and Mitchell Christian receive financial assistance.
TODAY: Free Radio Ink Webinar Explores Nielsen’s PPM Changes
Join Radio Ink for the inaugural Radio Masters Sales Series webinar, "The 3-Minute Difference: Nielsen’s New Rule and You," on March 6 at 12 PM ET, sponsored by Marketron and featuring Mike McVay and Steve Allan.
The Importance of Personalities
(By Mike McVay) Last week, Country Radio Seminar 2025 took place in the Music City. The Omni Hotel Nashville was packed with attendees there for performances, artist meet-and-greets, and - most importantly - sessions for professional education and self-improvement.
Sometimes It’s What You Don’t Say
(By John Shomby) As the first weeks of the new presidency unfold, I have noticed the unfortunate unfolding of something else, particularly within our industry… and none of it is on-air. It's time we a look in our own social media mirror.
Power 106 Honored for Los Angeles Wildfire Relief Efforts
Meruelo Media’s Power 106 has been recognized by the California State Senate and Santa Anita Racetrack for its community efforts during the recent Los Angeles wildfires. Brown Bag Mornings co-hosts Bryan Delatorre and DJ Greg C were honored at the track.
FEC: No Violations in iHeart Contributions to Pro-Cruz PAC
The Federal Election Commission has dismissed a complaint that alleged iHeartMedia’s nearly $1 million in podcast-related contributions to a super PAC supporting Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) violated federal campaign finance laws.
LeGeyt, Forgy, & Kantor Among 2025 BFOA Leadership Honorees
The Broadcasters Foundation of America has announced the recipients of its 2025 Leadership Awards, to be presented at the BFOA Annual Breakfast on Wednesday, April 9, at the Encore Resort during the NAB Show in Las Vegas.
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Lifetime Leadership Award Honoree Harvey Nagler
The $250 Question: Inflation and Contesting
