Dan Bongino Eyed to Lead Secret Service in Trump Administration
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly weighing former Secret Service agent and Westwood One syndicated radio host Dan Bongino to lead the Secret Service. Known for his vocal support of Trump, Bongino also previously served as a New York City police officer.
Commissioners Praise Rosenworcel After Announcing FCC Exit
FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced her intention to follow standing protocol and depart the agency on January 20, 2025, coinciding with the transition from the Biden-Harris administration to President-elect Donald Trump and J.D. Vance.
Deloitte: Women Set to Lead Radio’s Generative AI Growth in 2025
Earlier this year a McKinsey Global Survey found 72% of organizations now use generative AI, with significant growth in marketing. Now, Deloitte is forecasting how the technology will change media outlets in 2025 - from gender adoption to everyday integration.
CCO Tony Mennuto Shares Success Plan for Impactful Radio Ads
For radio to create impactful ads, the industry requires a shift in approach, according to Audio Milkshake Owner and CCO Tony Mennuto. In an RAB webinar, Mennuto highlighted key strategies to help advertisers cut through the noise and deeply connect in 2025.
Louisville Public Media To Lead New NPR Appalachia Newsroom
NPR and Member stations across Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia have teamed up to launch the Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom. The initiative will establish four new reporting and editing positions and help fund existing roles at seven participating stations.
Women to Watch: Evelyn Erives; iHeartMedia Riverside, CA
(By Charese Frugé) Evelyn Erives is a "Jane of all Trades" at iHeartMedia Riverside. She hosts Middays for 99.1 KGGI, is cluster Public Service Director, and is the APD for Q 103.3 and Radio 94.5. She is also a weekend host and fill-in personality on LA's KOST 103.5.
There’s Room For Radio In Private School Recruitment
(By Chris Stonick) A reader reached out asking about private schools and how to approach them regarding student recruitment. The most important thing to remember is that, ultimately, a school is still a business! So, I talk to them as a business.
WABD’s Mojo Camps Out for Hunger, Collects 3k Pounds of Food
Cumulus Media Mobile's 97.5 WABD teamed up with Feeding the Gulf Coast and local sponsors for its annual Camp Out for Hunger Food Drive. Aiming to address food insecurity on the Gulf Coast, over 3,000 pounds of food were donated by the community.
Highdive’s Broude Named Chief Judge for Radio Mercury Awards
The Radio Mercury Awards has announced Highdive Advertising Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer Chad Broude as the 2025 Chief Judge, leading the full panel of judges for the 34th annual competition.
Audacy Minneapolis’ WCCO Raises $348,000 To Fight Hunger
Audacy Minneapolis' 830 WCCO (WCCO-AM) raised over $348,000 for Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities during its 22nd annual Hunger Mission Radiothon. Since its launch in 2003, the event has collected a total of $4.6 million to support UGMTC's mission.
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