Busting the Myth: The Allure of Radio Careers for Gen Z
It's the same old tired refrain: "nobody under the age of 30 wants to work in radio anymore." Try telling that to the new generation of Gen Z radio talent. They're all-in on the industry and if you ask them what drew them in, they'll tell you. So we did.
Simington Again Dissents on FCC Pirate Radio Fines
The FCC’s decision to impose fines on three unlicensed radio operators in the Boston area has again drawn criticism from Republican Commissioner Nate Simington. The fines, totaling $200,000, were levied during the Commission's final Open Meeting of 2024.
Townsquare Announces New Three-Year Stock Repurchase Plan
Townsquare Media announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a new $50 million stock repurchase plan. The plan, which replaces the company’s previous repurchase plan, allows Townsquare to buy back its Class A common stock over the next three years.
Women to Watch: Brooke Taylor, iHeartCountry
(By Charese Frugé) Based out of Nashville, Brooke Taylor is on-air talent in several markets for iHeartCountry. Taylor started in radio in 2009 with the startup of her college radio station, XLR Lander University Radio. She got her first paid radio gig in 2011.
Use This Column For 50% Off Your Recruitment Ads
(Chris Stonick) One Radio Ink reader wrote to me to ask about using co-op dollars for radio recruitment. Is that possible? Sure is. In many cases, the manufacturer just wants their name mentioned a certain number of times in the ad and possibly their slogan.
New Faces of Country Music Lineup Revealed for CRS 2025
The Country Radio Broadcasters have announced the artists featured in the New Faces of Country Music Show at CRS 2025. This year's lineup includes Drew Baldridge, Ashley Cooke, Dasha, Zach Top, and Warren Zeiders.
Audacy Milwaukee Raises $100K in Toys and Care for Foster Kids
Audacy Milwaukee’s 105.7 The Fan raised $100,000 during its 18th annual Toy Drive to support the Robyn’s Nest program at Children’s Wisconsin. The funds will help provide gifts, clothing, hygiene items, and other supplies for children in foster care.
KRBE’s ‘Houston’s Little Heroes’ Raises $164K for Texas Kids
Cumulus Media’s 104.1 KRBE raised $164,012 during its third annual Houston’s Little Heroes event, supporting Texas Children’s Hospital. The event occurred on December 5, beginning with a live broadcast from TCH by The Roula & Ryan Show.
KISM, Mt. Vernon Police Spread Holiday Cheer to Hundreds of Kids
Saga Communications' KISM 92.9 teamed up with the Mt. Vernon Police Department for the annual Pack a Patrol Car toy drive, achieving record-breaking results. The 2024 campaign gathered over 750 toys, $1,245 in gift cards, and $360 in cash.
Edison Research Highlights Its Top Ten Insights of 2024
From podcasting and digital audio to smart devices and election data, Edison Research is highlighting its top ten findings from its 2024 studies. The year-end review unpacked insights into the evolving landscape of audio and media consumption.
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