Station Sales Sluggish In 2024; BIA Tips Bullish On Future
The US radio industry’s mergers and acquisitions activity continued on its downward track in 2024, with the latest reporting from BIA Advisory Services. Yet with a Republican-controlled FCC on the way, that could be set to turn around - but how soon?
It’s Still Early – So Don’t Be Late
(By Loyd Ford) This is still the beginning of your best year in sales yet - but only if you really act it. I’ll tell you a secret: Everyone wants to win. In fact, everyone is doing what they think winning looks like. Of course, that doesn’t mean they are acting like winners.
A Brave New World
(By Steve Allan) Welcome to the first day of the rest of your radio life. On January 9, the PPM ratings universe changed – forever. While the new Nielsen three-minute rule is not the ratings law of the land, this grand change opens up a brave new world of possibilities.
Eric Church, Jelly Roll, & Women of Country Highlight CRS Friday
With almost one month before CRS 2025 kicks off in Nashville, the conference is uniting two Country music superstars for a grand finale event and giving details on the return of an event to connect and empower women in Country radio on Friday, February 21.
Resler To Host Webinar On Turning Listeners Into Communities
Community Marketing Revolution Founder Seth Resler wants to help radio professionals strengthen listener engagement with a free webinar, "Transform Your Radio Morning Show Audience Into a Thriving Community," on Wednesday, January 15, at 1:30p ET.
It’s ‘No Sale’ for Emmis as La Exitosa Debuts On New York Radio
Emmis Corporation has ended the run of "pop-up station" TJ 98.7 with the debut of La Exitosa 98.7 FM/1190 AM (WEPN-FM/WLIB-AM). The bilingual Adult Contemporary station appears to be a more permanent addition to New York City radio.
CapRadio Files $900K Lawsuit Against Former General Manager
Following an audit commissioned by the California State University Chancellor’s Office, Capital Public Radio has filed a lawsuit in Yolo County Superior Court against former General Manager Fidias “Jun” Reina Jr. over alleged misappropriation of funds.
KNX’s Alex Silverman On Radio’s Immediacy To The Rescue In LA
As devastating wildfires tear through Los Angeles, Radio Ink talked to KNX Director of News and Programming Alex Silverman about the resilience of his staff, the battle on the ground to keep listeners informed, radio's role as a lifeline, and the human thread that ties it all together.
Radio Ink @ CES 2025: Circana’s Ben Arnold & Innovation’s Spirit
With innovation as a problem-solving device being truly put to the test, CES 2025 is particularly pivotal. Radio Ink breaks down some of the key themes with Circana Executive Director of Industry Analyst-Consumer Technology Ben Arnold.
FCC Implements 17.41% Fee Hike, Reflecting Inflation
The FCC has implemented a 17.41% increase in its Schedule of Application Fees, reflecting biennial adjustments required under the Communications Act. The updated fee schedule accounts for changes in the Consumer Price Index between April 2021 and April 2024.
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